It's not so hard to make true works of art in wood with a band saw--you just need to be more trained in using your skills & tools. So says this expert author, & with his professional yet clear instructions, you will improve your prowess by knowing more about your band saw's capabilities, including tricks of a master craftsman to keep parts in adjustment & alignment & blades sharpened. You get expert tips on how to make essential types of curved & straight cuts, & use patterns, templates, jigs, fixtures, & joinery. Then you're ready to take on your choice of artistic projects, including an oak arts & crafts lamp, walnut shelf, mantel clock, toy train (with carrying case), & a toy pickup truck. More elaborate works feature a variety of boxes, tables, chairs, & other furnishings. A photo gallery features a clothespress, monkey pull toy, miniature animals, fire-engine jewelry box, spindle prairie chair, wooden-geared tall clock, & Shaker sewing table.