No project has more universal appeal among woodworkers at every skill level than the blanket chest. It's a simple form - essentially a large box with a lid - and yet it can be complex, elaborate, and intricately detailed. This collection of 30 original designs by artisans from around the globe illustrates the versatility of the chest, one of the oldest forms of furniture. The book opens with an overview of chest-building techniques; following are the chests, each of which features design and c