ardie's handcrafted hammered dulcimers
A Dulcimer Builder's Do-It-Yourself Guidebook!
Copyright 2002. All Rights Reserved.
Over 180 pages of clear, proven instructions, incorporating Ardie's unique "Maker's Notes," "Maker's Hints," and "Maker's Cautions" that provide the
reader with Ardie's years of woodworking experience.
Ardie covers all of the tools used to make the dulcimer, and points out which are "nice to have" and which are essential.
Comprehensive and easy to understand illustrations. Ardie leaves nothing to chance or guesswork when it comes to explaining each step - from cutting the first board to stringing and tuning - he covers it all!
An essential part of building a hammered dulcimer is the use of accurate patterns. The book includes preprinted patterns for Pin Blocks, Treble Bridge,
Bass Bridge, the Side Bridges, and a beautiful design for the soundhole. Simply tear them out, cut and tape together, and go to work!
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