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128pp

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Marquetry may be an ancient art, but with modern equipment and materials it's easier than ever to use wood veneers for decorative purposes! From tools and adhesives to knife and fretsaw cutting techniques to laying up and finishing borders, all the details of creating a beautiful picture in wood are here, accompanied by reams of fabulous photos and exploded diagrams. Examine in close-up the characteristics and cuts of different veneers, along with advice on using them. (For example, it's valuable to know that certain blue veneers will NOT work for sky.) Bevel wood to make a lovely design element, and find out how to "nib" a window for an inset. The many simple-to-follow designs include flowers, a nuthatch on a branch, and landscapes with trees and mountains.