The Woodwright's Shop

Season 22

TV-G
As Roy Underhill initiated his 37th season on PBS. This craftsman-historian has been teaching the practical methods of woodworking, using methods from the Roman Empire to the industrial revolution. He has presented how-to with and without guests. Through the years he has covered smith works for making tools, making wood cookie molds, foot operated lathes, wagon wheels, posted framework, and more.

Where to Watch Season 22

13 Episodes

  • Dovetail a Triangular Box
    E1
    Dovetail a Triangular BoxA three-sided box?! Well that’s different. Let Roy show you how to make a triumphant triangular box for your trifocals.
  • Shaker Work Table
    E2
    Shaker Work TableClever, elegant and delicate beauty. Roy shows you how to produce a wonderful little Shaker work table.
  • Craftsman Wall Cabinet
    E3
    Craftsman Wall CabinetRoy's bringing craftsmanship back into our lives with an Arts & Crafts style cabinet.
  • Scandinavian Milking Stool
    E4
    Scandinavian Milking StoolHave fun building a folk milking stool. Think of the possibilities!
  • Spill Plane & Book Stand
    E5
    Spill Plane & Book StandWhat the heck is a spill plane and how do you make a hinged book stand out of one piece of wood?
  • Canadian Cradle
    E6
    Canadian CradleRoy shows you how to build a delightful rocking cradle for a newborn baby.
  • Shutter Dogs from the Blacksmiths
    E7
    Shutter Dogs from the BlacksmithsRoy learns how to make shutter dog that is used to hold open shuttles when not to use.
  • Rustic Furniture Maker Dan Mack
    E8
    Rustic Furniture Maker Dan MackMeet Dan Mack, and see how he fabricates fascinating furniture out of naturally occurring materials.
  • Williamsburg Wheelwright
    E9
    Williamsburg WheelwrightFind out what it takes to make a wheel at the Palace Wheelwright Shop in Colonial Williamsburg.
  • Limberjacks & Dancing Dolls
    E10
    Limberjacks & Dancing DollsRoy shows you how to build wonderful articulated dancing toys called Limberjacks!
  • Plymouth Plantation Woodworkers
    E11
    Plymouth Plantation WoodworkersSee how the Pilgrims performed early American woodworking with just a few basic tools.
  • The Colonial Carpenters
    E12
    The Colonial CarpentersLearn the difference between a carpenter and a joiner. Hint: Think doors, windows & stairs.
  • Craftsmen of Old Sturbridge Village
    E13
    Craftsmen of Old Sturbridge VillageVisit Old Sturbridge Village, and meet the 1930s American—a farmer/craftsman.

Cast of Season 22

  • Roy UnderhillHimself - Host

 

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