Popular Post collinb Posted January 7, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 7, 2019 It challenges the woodworker to excellence and it does so 1.Without being condescending 2.Without guilt 3. With simple tool recommendations 4. With practical projects that are elegant rather than crafty-looking 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denette Posted January 7, 2019 Report Share Posted January 7, 2019 Just got it for Christmas, myself. Got to meet Marc Adams at a nearby seminar and it was his singular recommendation. I love it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Byrdie Posted January 7, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 7, 2019 if you've ever had the chance to meet or hear Mike Pekovich speak you'll find he's the same - explains things simply, is not condescending and has elegant but simple tastes in his woodworking. He's a fine example of both the craft and how we could relate to one another as craftsmen. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post gee-dub Posted January 8, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 I really enjoy Michael P's teaching/demonstrating. If his style appeals to you, check out Gary Rogowski. He is another of my favorites as far as delivery and style of instruction. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Coop Posted January 8, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 Wish you guys would quit doing this. Every time this happens, Amazon charges against my card! But, never been disappointed yet! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick S Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 I have been a MP fan for a while. No doubt his style and approach have influenced my own pieces heavily for the last few years. I really enjoyed sitting down with this book. Nice approach, nice execution, beautifully photographed. For anyone interested in veneer work, Craig Thibodeau's new book is very well done, also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 Convinced! My son gave me a Rockler card for Christmas and a good book will last forever. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 I've been wanting to get that one, and this may just push me to go ahead and order it. I've been enjoying Mike's presence, insight, humor, etc. on the STL podcast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 1 minute ago, JohnG said: I've been wanting to get that one, and this may just push me to go ahead and order it. I've been enjoying Mike's presence, insight, humor, etc. on the STL podcast. What is STL? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee-dub Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 11 minutes ago, K Cooper said: What is STL? Shop Talk Live on Fine Woodworking Online. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Posted January 8, 2019 Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 Yup, Mike P is great. I followed a FWW article of his to do some kumiko a year or two ago, and I corresponded with him via email. He was very nice. I really like his furniture designs as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jplemons Posted January 9, 2019 Report Share Posted January 9, 2019 “Usually ships in 1 to 2 months.” What?!!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Jim Posted January 9, 2019 Report Share Posted January 9, 2019 I am currently reading The Anarchist Tool Chest, got it for Christmas. I can't recommend it enough. I wish I had read it 2 years ago, would have saved me a lot of money and a LOT of time. @collinb your description of The Why and How of Woodworking sounds similar to The Anarchist Tool Chest. Have your read both? Would it be redundant to do so? If not then I will make Why and How next on my list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted January 10, 2019 Report Share Posted January 10, 2019 18 hours ago, jplemons said: “Usually ships in 1 to 2 months.” What?!!? I had the same thoughts. The ebook version is available on the taunton store, and they don't have the print version right now. I'm guessing they are waiting on another print run. I'll see if the Woodcraft has it next time I'm there, but I'm guessing they won't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jfitz Posted January 10, 2019 Report Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) I'm a Mike P fan - he's very knowledgeable, and I really like his teaching/speaking style. Edited January 10, 2019 by Jfitz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chip Sawdust Posted January 10, 2019 Report Share Posted January 10, 2019 I love this book as well, and pre-ordered it when they announced it. I tried to post a review on Taunton's site but it never did "take," so here's my two cents on this thread. Very much worth the buy and the time to read. Nicely constructed hardcover book, well-written, organized and produced, and the author has a warm writing style that's engaging without being far above you in low earth orbit. I would buy it as a gift for someone, and would buy another from this author. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 13, 2019 Report Share Posted January 13, 2019 I picked this up yesterday at Rocklers. Looking forward to many hours of reading, something I don’t do enough of. Thanks @collinb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted January 15, 2019 Report Share Posted January 15, 2019 On 1/9/2019 at 10:51 AM, Coyote Jim said: I am currently reading The Anarchist Tool Chest, got it for Christmas. I can't recommend it enough. I wish I had read it 2 years ago, would have saved me a lot of money and a LOT of time. @collinb your description of The Why and How of Woodworking sounds similar to The Anarchist Tool Chest. Have your read both? Would it be redundant to do so? If not then I will make Why and How next on my list. +1000000000 for The Archistists Toolchest. I never thought I would nerd out on paper type and how the binding is sewn...but it makes the book feel more like a durable good (and me less likely to use as a coaster). The $120 Roubo plates book is my next purchase. Unrelated matter, can I borrow $120? ______ Love Mike P and thanks for the recommendation. I always associated QSWO with huge chunky 4/4 and 5/4 dimension arts and crafts furniture. His use of QSWO on elegant pieces, 3/8” and 1/2” changed my mind completely. BTW, he mentioned on STL that some copies have a defect whereby pages are falling out and to contact him directly for a new (signed) copy if you have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Posted January 15, 2019 Report Share Posted January 15, 2019 I picked up a copy of Mike P's book and am also enjoying it. His style/tastes seems to mirror my own, so I find I get a lot of inspiration and ideas that I'd like to put to work when seeing his pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pondhockey Posted January 15, 2019 Report Share Posted January 15, 2019 Thanks for the reviews and suggestions! I'll for sure pick up Mike P's book - after I finish R. Bruce Hoadley's "Understanding Wood". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collinb Posted January 15, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2019 On 1/9/2019 at 10:51 AM, Coyote Jim said: I am currently reading The Anarchist Tool Chest, got it for Christmas. I can't recommend it enough. I wish I had read it 2 years ago, would have saved me a lot of money and a LOT of time. @collinb your description of The Why and How of Woodworking sounds similar to The Anarchist Tool Chest. Have your read both? Would it be redundant to do so? If not then I will make Why and How next on my list. Haven't read a lot of woodworking books and have not read The Anarchist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted January 17, 2019 Report Share Posted January 17, 2019 They actually had a copy of Mike P's book at my local Woodcraft when I went in today, one lone copy. I brought it home with me. Looking forward to reading it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 17, 2019 Report Share Posted January 17, 2019 14 minutes ago, JohnG said: They actually had a copy of Mike P's book at my local Woodcraft when I went in today, one lone copy. I brought it home with me. Looking forward to reading it. At my Rockler as well. Sorry Kev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabriella Scott Posted May 18, 2023 Report Share Posted May 18, 2023 I really like to read and write my own works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted November 20, 2023 Report Share Posted November 20, 2023 16 minutes ago, trickierwizati2 said: Rate it from 1 to 10 so that I can understand it better. He has not been on this site since April of 2021. You may not get an answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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