Originally published in 1991 by Berkshire Traveller Press, this 84-page paperback delivers precise, scale-drawn plans rooted in historic Shaker craftsmanship. Each layout includes full-scale templates, exploded assembly diagrams and clear labels for joinery details—mortise-and-tenon joints, dovetails and hardware placement—offering woodworkers an accurate toolkit to recreate the enduring simplicity and function of Shaker furniture and woodenware.
Featured measured drawings cover a variety of iconic Shaker pieces, including functional furniture and household woodenware:
- Clocks and sewing tables
- Footstools and mirrors
- Desks, shelves and racks
- Additional woodenware items
Whether you’re restoring an antique heirloom or designing contemporary furniture inspired by Shaker principles, these drawings offer the historical accuracy and clarity to guide every stage—from material choice to finishing touches.
Suitable for both beginners and experienced woodworkers, this resource stands as a clear window into the Shaker approach—where form, function and craftsmanship merge in every piece.
