American Woodshop

Host Scott Phillips, an American woodworking master, shares time-honored tips and new techniques in the construction of projects you can do at home. From an Annie Oakley Dry Sink to a Chippendale High Boy, Scott guides you through the process of building tables, chairs, benches, medicine cabinets, cupboards, plant and candle stands, serving spoons, salad bowls and a storage chest . A master woodworker with a personable style thorough knowledge of his craft, Phillips's reverence for the intricacies of wood and its possibilities has helped make AMERICAN WOODSHOP a favorite among ptv audiences.

Sat, Sep 23 4:30 A.M. Shaker Inspired Tall Case Maple Clock     NH Create (11.4)

Special Bird's-Eye and Tiger Maple woods combine to recreate this tall case masterpiece.

Sat, Sep 23 7:30 A.M. Turning Kitchen Gifts     NHPBS (11.1)

Hard maple circular cutting boards along with turned pie servers and cheese planes are ideal gifts for every occasion.

Fri, Sep 29 8:30 A.M. Tri-Leg Triangular Seat with Turned Tapered Legs     NH Create (11.4)

Learn turning wood the easy way. Turning tips for everyone of any skill level!

Fri, Sep 29 2:30 P.M. Tri-Leg Triangular Seat with Turned Tapered Legs     NH Create (11.4)

Learn turning wood the easy way. Turning tips for everyone of any skill level!

Sat, Sep 30 4:30 A.M. Tri-Leg Triangular Seat with Turned Tapered Legs     NH Create (11.4)

Learn turning wood the easy way. Turning tips for everyone of any skill level!

Sat, Sep 30 7:30 A.M. Woodcraft Magazine Tool Organizer     NHPBS (11.1)

Designed as a freestanding red oak tool tower, comes a classic!

Fri, Oct 6 8:30 A.M. Elegant Jewelry Chest / Make Your Gifts     NH Create (11.4)

This two-drawer dovetailed gem makes the perfect gift.

Fri, Oct 6 2:30 P.M. Elegant Jewelry Chest / Make Your Gifts     NH Create (11.4)

This two-drawer dovetailed gem makes the perfect gift.

Sat, Oct 7 4:30 A.M. Elegant Jewelry Chest / Make Your Gifts     NH Create (11.4)

This two-drawer dovetailed gem makes the perfect gift.

Sat, Oct 7 7:30 A.M. Scroll Saw Art and Sign Making     NHPBS (11.1)

This type of cutting is remarkable. These delicate blades cut the hardest of wood (hard maple) with ease.

Fri, Oct 13 8:30 A.M. Sculpting Furniture / Maloof-Inspired Hard Line     NH Create (11.4)

Grace Maloof-inspired rocking chair completion plus Tom Monahan returns with more finishing solutions on furniture of all ages.

Fri, Oct 13 2:30 P.M. Sculpting Furniture / Maloof-Inspired Hard Line     NH Create (11.4)

Grace Maloof-inspired rocking chair completion plus Tom Monahan returns with more finishing solutions on furniture of all ages.

Sat, Oct 14 4:30 A.M. Sculpting Furniture / Maloof-Inspired Hard Line     NH Create (11.4)

Grace Maloof-inspired rocking chair completion plus Tom Monahan returns with more finishing solutions on furniture of all ages.

Sat, Oct 14 7:30 A.M. Resin Cast Turned Lamp     NHPBS (11.1)

Scott creates these signature lamps using epoxy resin and turned parts.

Thu, Oct 19 8:00 A.M. Faceplate Turning for Everyone!     NH Create (11.4)

A natural live edge bark lined bowl is crafted using both a faceplate and a 4-jaw chuck.

Thu, Oct 19 2:00 P.M. Faceplate Turning for Everyone!     NH Create (11.4)

A natural live edge bark lined bowl is crafted using both a faceplate and a 4-jaw chuck.

Fri, Oct 20 4:00 A.M. Faceplate Turning for Everyone!     NH Create (11.4)

A natural live edge bark lined bowl is crafted using both a faceplate and a 4-jaw chuck.

Sat, Oct 21 7:30 A.M. Art Glass Display Cabinet     NHPBS (11.1)

Making something new from something old has never been more rewarding.

Thu, Oct 26 8:00 A.M. Carving American Folk Art / Sharpening Tips     NH Create (11.4)

Scott covers the bandsaw by roughing in shapes. Then Suzy carves a holiday masterpiece.

Thu, Oct 26 2:00 P.M. Carving American Folk Art / Sharpening Tips     NH Create (11.4)

Scott covers the bandsaw by roughing in shapes. Then Suzy carves a holiday masterpiece.

Fri, Oct 27 4:00 A.M. Carving American Folk Art / Sharpening Tips     NH Create (11.4)

Scott covers the bandsaw by roughing in shapes. Then Suzy carves a holiday masterpiece.

Sat, Oct 28 7:30 A.M. Carved Garden Chairs     NHPBS (11.1)

Ready for a garden party?

Sat, Nov 4 7:30 A.M. Chippendale High Boy Carvings and Turnings     NHPBS (11.1)

This period furniture design is inspired by Thomas Chippendale of the 1700s.


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