To enjoy woodworking all you need is a few essential tools a little bit of space and the desire to make something with your own two hands. The Minimalist Woodworker is about making woodworking clean and simplefrom the tools and the workspace to the easytofollow instructions. Woodworking is thriving in the handson DIY maker world we currently live in. Yet for its increasing popularity there are many crafters who donamp8217t engage in woodworking because they falsely believe you need a large workshop and a fullblown collection of tools and equipment. The Minimalist Woodworker disproves this myth. It eliminates the fears and excuses as it demystifies the craft. Written by Vic Tesolin aka the Minimalist Woodworker a woodworker and woodworking instructor The Minimalist Woodworker is a stressfree approach for the hobbyist that emphasizes the destination is actually the journey.Beginning with an understanding of the minimalist mindset The Minimalist Woodworker quickly details how to make a small space productive and outlines the most efficient tools for a woodworker. Each piece of equipment is explained and instructions on how to use are provided. Techniques for keeping them sharp and maintained are also explained. Once space and tools are covered seven projects are presented a saw bench and matching saw horse a Nicholsonstyle workbench a shooting boardbench hook a shop mallet and a small hanging cabinet. Each project not only develops woodworking skills but also outfits the minimalist woodworkeramp8217s small shop. With stepbystep instruction photos and illustrations and an easygoing voice The Minimalist Woodworker offers a stressfree point of entry into the lifelong craft of woodworking.