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The Woodwright's Shop

Season 28 (13 Episodes)

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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...

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.

Season 28 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Governor's PoBoy

1. The Governor's PoBoy

Aired: Sep 27, 2008

North Carolina Governor Mike Easley shows how to make a walnut side table.

Episode 5 Classical Carving

5. Classical Carving

Aired: Oct 25, 2008

First lessons in fine furniture carving from Mack Headley, master of the Colo...

Episode 6 File Philosophy

6. File Philosophy

Aired: Nov 1, 2008

Master blacksmith Peter Ross shows the technique of cold joining and shaping ...

Episode 9 Animated Wooden Toys

9. Animated Wooden Toys

Aired: Nov 22, 2008

Imagination (and a few strings) makes these carved critters come to life.

Episode 10 Hammer Veneer

10. Hammer Veneer

Aired: Nov 29, 2008

Master musical instrument makers show classical techniques of hand cutting &a...

Episode 13 Big Ash Mallet!

13. Big Ash Mallet!

Aired: Dec 20, 2008

From chair building to instrument making to fine furniture collections.

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Info about The Woodwright's Shop

Seasons: 28

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Reality-TV