The Woodwright's Shop

Season 31

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 31

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13 Episodes

The Roubo Bookstand
E1
The Roubo BookstandWalnut bookstand.
As the Saw Turns
E2
As the Saw TurnsBow saw.
Hurray for Hickory!
E3
Hurray for Hickory!Making wooden rakes and rounded reels from steam-bent stock.
Painless Panel Doors
E4
Painless Panel DoorsMaking the stiles and rails of a classic raised panel door.
Hand Plane Essentials With Chris Schwarz
E5
Hand Plane Essentials With Chris SchwarzGleaming surfaces, tight joints and crisp moldings through perfect planing.
English Layout Square With Chris Schwarz
E6
English Layout Square With Chris SchwarzA simple square with laps and bridles.
Elizabethan Joint Stool With Peter Follansbee
E7
Elizabethan Joint Stool With Peter FollansbeeTraditional joint stool.
Carving Swedish Spoons With Peter Follansbee
E8
Carving Swedish Spoons With Peter FollansbeeMaking spoons using an axe and traditional hook knife.
Inlaid Lettering With Steve Latta
E9
Inlaid Lettering With Steve LattaMaking a name in holly wood by setting slender stringing into the slotted surface.
Hammer Veneering With Steve Latta
E10
Hammer Veneering With Steve LattaClassic hammer veneering.
Iron Work for Timber Work
E11
Iron Work for Timber WorkSpike dogs and cant hooks for log holding and handling.
Offset Turning
E12
Offset TurningTurning ovals and offsets by measuring once and turning twice.
Simple Sash
E13
Simple Sash