Seasons & Episodes
Medicine Cabinet
After a tour of The New Yankee Workshop to preview the collection of furniture he will build in the first season, Norm v
Workbench
A good workshop begins with a well-equipped workbench, and master woodworker Norm uses one from his own shop as a model
Drop Leaf Table
Norm uses ash, a durable hardwood, to fashion a drop-leaf table featuring turned legs, a top and leaves made from glued
Blanket Chest
Norm travels to the island of Nantucket off the Massachusetts coast to look at a handmade blanket chest in a sea captain
Bedside Table
Norm constructs a bedside table inspired by one found at the Hancock Shaker Village in western Massachusetts. Norm's des
Oak Bathroom Vanity
Norm demonstrates how to build a bathroom vanity with dovetailed joints. He uses oak and a laminate top with double door
Trestle Table
After a look at a pine trestle table in a Shaker house on the island of Nantucket off the Massachusetts coast, Norm cons
Bookcase
Norm builds a free standing bookcase with a cornice detail, adjustable shelves, and a removable base. He uses pine for t
Chest of Drawers
Norm demonstrates how to build a chest of drawers using Ponderosa pine. He cuts and planes the wood, glues the boards fr
Candle Stand
Norm travels to the Hancock Shaker Village in western Massachusetts to gather ideas for his own design for a candle stan
Hutch
Norm demonstrates how to build a hutch using knotty pine. The hutch consists of a base cabinet that has raised panel doo
Writing Desk
Norm builds a writing desk with a slanted top that is constructed mostly of maple. The desk features a shallow drawer, a
Corner Cupboard
Norm constructs a corner cupboard of pine and plywood. His design employees a top section that is enclosed by glass pane
Rocking Horse
After a look at a collection of wooden toys at Old Sturbridge Village, a "living history" museum in central Massachusett
Adirondack Chair
Norm designs his own version of the rustic Adirondack chair out of cypress, an excellent wood that needs no preservative
Butler's Table
Norm visits Kingscote, an elegant Gothic Revival house in Newport, Rhode Island, for a look at a mahogany butler's table
Kitchen Dresser
After a look at an early 18th-century kitchen cupboard at Old Sturbridge Village, a "living history" museum in Sturbridg
Hearthside Settle
Norm travels to the Massachusetts harbor of Gloucester to look at a high-backed, curved hearthside settle at Beauport, t
Pencil-Post Bed
Norm visits the Shelbourne Museum in Burlington, Vermont to examine an antique pencil-post bed with a rope support syste
Chair Table
Norm drops in on the Fitch House in Old Sturbridge Village, central Massachusetts' "living history" museum, to look at a
Kitchen Worktable
Norm constructs a kitchen table that functions equally well as a dining table or a worktable. Built of pine, the table f
Mission Style Sofa
In a departure from the traditional New England-style furniture usually featured on The New Yankee Workshop, Norm draws
Chippendale Mirror
In a change of pace, Norm shows how to build picture and mirror frames, emphasizing tools and clamps designed specifical
Chest on Chest
With this eight-drawer, cherry chest-on-chest Norm simplifies a complicated project that may, at first glance, seem daun
English Garden Bench
Norm leaves his trademark plaid shirt and jeans at home and dons a stylish suit and derby when he visits London for a lo
Armoire (Entertainment Center)
Norm winds up The New Yankee Workshop's second season with an armoire based on classic designs but adapted to contempora
Shaker Step Stools
Norm builds a three-step version of the classic Shaker step stool and a more elaborate two-step version of it. He uses h
Picnic Table and Saw Horses
Norm builds a basic sawhorse crafted Spruce and Plywood and a one-piece picnic table. The sawhorse dimensions are 26" hi
Shaker Two Drawer Blanket Chest
Norm builds a Shaker style blanket chest using pine. He uses an acrylic latex paint to finish the outside and clear uret
Shaker Washstand
Norm uses Pine to build a classic Shaker washstand with dovetail joinery in the flared top section, a drawer, and raised
Shaker Wall Clock
Based on a clock built by Shaker craftsman, Isaac Young, Norm crafts a wall clock from Walnut and adds a modern-day quar
Sandbox
Norm builds a sandbox modeled after one built for his sister and him by their father. He uses Cedar and pressure-treated
Harvest Table
Norm builds a harvest table from Cherry. It has turned legs and a hand-rubbed Danish oil finish. The drop leaves allow c
Shaker Woodbox
Norm builds a wood box with storage space for kindling in an upper section and firewood in the lower section. The firepl
Library Table
Norm crafts a Cherry library table. He demonstrates how to match the grain on the front of the two overlaid drawers. The
Garden Swing
Norm builds a two-seat swing using Redwood and a swinging mechanism that uses common off-the-shelf hardware. The swing d
Cricket Table
Norm's hardwood cricket table is crafted with complex angled mortise and tenon joinery. He uses a set of jigs to ensure
Pie Safe with Punched Tin Front
Norm's two-door pie safe has multiple shelves and is put together using mortise and tenon joints. He uses a punched-tin
Standing Mirror
Norm uses a band saw to aid his in constructing a Mahogany frame for a full-length standing mirror. He uses a router to
Rolling Shop Cabinet
Norm builds a rolling shop cabinet using several construction techniques and materials he hasn't used previously. He cho
Outdoor Lidded Bench
Norm fashions an outdoor lidded bench from Cypress. The bench measurements are 55 1/4" high x 36" wide x 18 1/4" deep.
Child's Wagon
Norm builds a child's wagon with threaded rod axles with aluminum braces. He uses non toxic fire-engine red enamel paint
Coffee Table
Norm uses recycled pallet wood to build a unique and rustic coffee table. He demonstrates how to prepare the slats by pl
Gardener's Workbench
Norm's gardener's workbench is constructed of Redwood. It has open shelves for pot storage and the potting surface is an
Shaker Tall Chest
Norm designs a tall Shaker style chest modeled after one he viewed at Hancock Shaker Village. The chest measures 78 3/4"
Colonial Fences
Norm demonstrates how to build four versions of a fence. He uses Eastern White Cedar to build a 6' garden, a 4' 4" flame
Console Table
Norm builds a simple, yet elegant, console table with a half-round top using knotty Pine. He crafts curved legs using a
Wheelbarrow
Norm uses Oak to build a wheelbarrow. It features a pneumatic tire, removable sides and a medium density plywood bed. Th
Umbrella Stand
Norm's umbrella stand is built from light Oak and features a mirror and clay pot holders to catch the water from umbrell
Turned Post Bed
Norm uses Maple and Pine to build a four-poster single bed. It features robust turnings on the posts and the headboard i
Dove Cote
Norm builds a dovecote modeled after an elaborate one found in Colonial Williamsburg. Smaller than the original, it meas
Ladder-back Chair
Norm builds a ladder-back chair using Cherry and demonstrates how to weave the seat. The chair measures 42" high x 19" w
Victorian Kitchen Table
Norm builds his version of a perennial favorite, the Victorian kitchen table, using a design that combines the best feat
Plant Stand
This tall English country plant stand is perfect for a temperamental fern. The trick to this relatively-simple project i
Delft Rack
Norm visits a private collection in an English castle and discovers a Delft rack from 1780. The Delft rack - an oak rack
Oak Coffee Table
Americans are mad for coffee tables! Norm's version of this feature of modern life is inspired by the English country lo
Outdoor Planters
Norm creates two outdoor planters: one that's square with raised panels and a second that's simpler, larger and rectangu
Pantry Table
This simple, versatile English country pantry table needn't be confined to the pantry: it can serve as a bedside table,
Sideboard
We call these buffets, huntboards or servers in America, but they're sideboards in England, and some are up to nine feet
Hanging Corner Cupboard
After searching London's renowned King's Road, Norm uncovers this unusual piece. He then teaches viewers how to make a c
Pine Cupboard
Norm teaches viewers how to make flat panel doors as well as glass panel doors for the display area of this English coun
Butcher Block
Norm's version of the indispensable kitchen staple, the butcher block, features a hard endgrain maple top instead of the
Redwood Arbor
Although Norm researched arbors in old England, the one that he builds is inspired by versions from the New England isla
Secretary Desk
Norm builds a secretary writing desk out of pine. Viewers can learn how to craft breadboard corners for this English cou
Tall Pine Clock
Norm suspects that the original of this English country clock found on London's King's Road, with its tapered profile, m
Easel
Norm has thought of everything for this classic easel, combining his favorite elements from several commercial versions
Doll House
Adult viewers may be as excited about this doll house as the children it is intended for when Norm creates a true-to-sca
Toy Chest
Combining functionality with simple fun, Norm's toy chest features a top with an inlaid checkerboard made of maple and m
Cradle
Norm visits Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts for the inspiration behind this Early American hooded cr
Trundle Bed
A useful space-saving piece of furniture, the trundle bed is perfect for sleep-overs. The top bed is low enough for kids
Marble Roll
Norm considers a historic example of the classic marble roll, as well as a huge mechanical version located at Boston's M
Storage Units: Bureau/Cupboard and Bookcase
The storage units are essentially three projects in one: a chest of drawers, base cabinet and matching bookcase. All thr
Student's Desk
Norm builds this project for the "A" student in the house - a desk inspired by the memory of his own version from high s
Rocking Chair
Children always want a chair that is their own size. Norm's is one they might someday pass on to their own children. The
Alphabet Wagon
Norm builds an "Alphabet" wagon.
High Chair
Norm builds a high chair.
Playhouse (1)
Norm's blockbuster project for the sixth season is a playhouse that boys and girls alike will love. He begins work by bu
Playhouse (2)
Norm's blockbuster project for the sixth season is a playhouse that boys and girls alike will love. He begins work by bu
X-Brace Trestle Table
Norm visits Old Sturbridge Village, a "living history" museum in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, to investigate colonial life
Pergola
What better way to enjoy a hot summer day than from the shade of a graceful arbor? A perfect complement to any garden or
TV Tray Table
True to its name, this handsome mahogany piece is actually a tray and table in one: the tray features simple, sturdy han
Outdoor Garden Table
It's been next to impossible to find an outdoor side or coffee table - until now. Norm builds a low round, slat-topped m
Cherry Bathroom Vanity
Norm builds a cherry bathroom vanity based on one he designed for his own home, guiding the woodworker through the detai
Lutyens Bench
Norm finds his inspiration for this piece in the garden furniture designed by renowned English architect Sir Edwin Lutye
Picture Frames
Norm visits Old Schwamb Mill, the oldest operating custom frame factory in the country. Back at the workshop, he uses bo
Clancy Boat (1)
A visit to the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle, Washington launches this challenging and exciting project which is mo
Clancy Boat (2)
A visit to the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle, Washington launches this challenging and exciting project which is mo
Gazebo (1)
Norm begins work on one of the most ambitious projects ever attempted at The New Yankee Workshop. Brilliantly conceived
Gazebo (2)
Norm begins work on one of the most ambitious projects ever attempted at The New Yankee Workshop. Brilliantly conceived
Quilt Racks
Norm returns to Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts to research the colonial custom of using blanket fra
Chimney Cupboard
Salvaged wide pine boards, some more than 200 years old, are the material of choice for Norm's version of this free-stan
Bedside Cupboard
Based on a piece he finds at a California vineyard, Norm builds a bedside cupboard out of pine.
Chestnut Coffee Table
Built of recycled chestnut barn timber, this generously sized coffee table is a reproduction pine table displayed at the
Paymaster's Desk
The owners of this unusual table, Jack and Jamie of Schramsberg Vineyards in Calistoga, California, told Norm that it wa
Long Table
Norm finds the quintessential gathering table - it's 10 feet long - in the wine tasting room at the Myacamas Vineyards i
Double Dresser
Norm spies this beautifully proportioned double dresser in a private collection of antique pine furniture in Napa Valley
Chestnut Desk
Another piece found in a private collection in wine country, this elegantly simple desk has an expansive surface, a sing
Irish Hutch
One of the most impressive pieces Norm discovers during the course of his travels in wine country is a 200-year-old Iris
Wine Storage Unit
In keeping with the wine-country theme, this project is much more than just a wine rack. It is the perfect system for pe
Three Turned Table Lamps
Norm designs three natural wood lamps made from recycled materials to complement his collection of wine country furnitur
Garden Shed and Recycling Center (1)
Norm builds a handsome and practical storage shed outside The New Yankee Workshop. The 12-by-8-foot shed with an attache
Garden Shed and Recycling Center (2)
Norm builds a handsome and practical storage shed outside The New Yankee Workshop. The 12-by-8-foot shed with an attache
Nest of Drawers
Here is a practical project that harks back to the first half of the season: the design for this nest of drawers is base
Router Table
Norm builds a router table. An improved version of this project can be found in Season 15, Episode 1.
Planter's Desk
Norm begins his search for low-country furniture projects in Savannah's famed Monterey Square at the home of antique map
Turkey Table
While touring Savannah, Norm found the inspiration for this unique piece in Marty Johnson's antique collection. Though i
Nantucket Settle
On a sojourn to the quaint New England island of Nantucket, Norm found a wonderful lidded settle that can double as extr
Tiger Maple Washstand
This lovely washstand is true to the circa 1830 original found in the antique collection of Stanley and Jacqueline Levin
Dough Box
In the 1800s, a dough box provided a warm hiding place for bread dough to rise. When Norm crafts his version of this sim
Garden Gate
Norm couldn't resist bringing the romantic design of this garden gateway back from a visit to a historic New England vil
Serving Trays
Norm takes viewers in to his favorite antique haunt on the quaint New England island of Nantucket where he discovers two
Carousel Table
It's a great family gathering table and perfect for playing games with the kids, Norm claimed when he discovered the ori
Seven Drawer Chest
Norm spied this regal nineteenth-century English mahogany, seven-drawer chest in the back room of Alex Raskin's renowned
Hat Rack
Norm introduces viewers to the seventeenth-century craft of wood steaming when he creates this charming hat rack out of
Greenhouse (1)
He may be America's favorite master carpenter, but Norm readily admits that he's a "brown thumb," when it comes to garde
Greenhouse (2)
He may be America's favorite master carpenter, but Norm readily admits that he's a "brown thumb," when it comes to garde
Fireplace Mantle
Between shooting The New Yankee Workshop and This Old House, Norm rarely has time to build anything for himself. And, li
Irish Table
Viewers find Norm celebrating the tenth anniversary season of The New Yankee Workshop on the quaint New England island o
Linen Press
Norm asks, "Have you ever noticed that most armoires and linen presses are too big to fit in today's rooms and look just
Walnut Table
Norm travels to Savannah, Georgia, to meet Greg Guenther, a respected local craftsman known for his skills at making per
Library Ladder
Though a gardener friend uses his handsome antique library ladder to display a collection of vintage watering cans, Norm
Old Pine Bar
Norm builds his version of an antique Irish bar out of recycled pine and gives it a high gloss finish so indestructible
Morris Chair
In Arizona, Norm goes on a search for Arts and Crafts-style furniture in Tucson's Historic Arts District. Responding to
Cupola
In a surprise twist, Norm opens this New Yankee Workshop from This Old House's recent job site in Milton, Massachusetts.
Mesquite Bookcase
Norm's expedition to Arizona in search of Arts and Crafts-style furniture projects to build in The New Yankee Workshop l
Chop Saw Station
For any woodworker who aspires to have a home version of The New Yankee Workshop, Norm builds a portable chop saw statio
Whirligig
On a recent sojourn to Nantucket, Norm is invited to view a local antique dealer's private collection of children's toys
Chaise Lounge
Norm takes viewers on an adventure to Utah to witness the dismantling of a twelve-mile long railway trestle which was bu
Roll Top Desk (1)
Norm visits the Old Schwamb Mill in Arlington, Massachusetts. Built in 1860, the mill was purchased in 1864 by German im
Roll Top Desk (2)
Norm visits the Old Schwamb Mill in Arlington, Massachusetts. Built in 1860, the mill was purchased in 1864 by German im
Kitchen Island
It's a little known secret that when Norm is not in The New Yankee Workshop or on a This Old House job site, he can be f
Kitchen Pantry
Meant to meet the demand for more storage space, Norm's custom designed kitchen pantry promises to be valued even more a
Kitchen Secretary
Norm's kitchen secretary solves the problem of creating a work space in the kitchen that still allows you to keep tabs o
Old Pine Hutch
In each season of The New Yankee Workshop, Norm crafts at least one woodworking project whose beautiful design and detai
Teak Bar
Woodworkers who entertain are going to love making Norm's attractive, custom-designed teak bar. Featuring great-looking,
Laundry Center
This is a Norm original, inspired by his need to sort his bright plaids, pastel plaids, and even a few white shirts for
Bake Center
Viewers who share his interest in the culinary arts were on Norm's mind when he designed several woodworking projects ex
Table Saw Station
Most woodworkers and homeowners own at least a portable light weight table saw for a variety of projects, but are limite
Classic Kitchen Cabinets
The universal carpentry and cabinetry lessons that woodworkers will learn while making these classic kitchen cabinets wi
Sink Base
Host Norm Abram shows how to build a sink base.
Press Cupboard
Norm found the inspiration for this simple press cupboard in a Nantucket house he vacationed in last summer and was conv
Chef's Table
True gourmets will appreciate Norm's more sophisticated butcher block-topped chef's table which has both great style and
Grill Cart
For the outdoor chef, Norm offers a solution to the shortcomings of modern barbecue grills-extra counter space-with a ro
Garage Workshop (1)
If only I had a workshop like Norm's, I could build anything. Norm puts an end to this common viewer lament when he show
Garage Workshop (2)
If only I had a workshop like Norm's, I could build anything. Norm puts an end to this common viewer lament when he show
Planter Boxes and Bench
Norm crafts modular outdoor planters and a bench that are so versatile, they can be used to transform any deck or patio.
Croquet Set and Bench
Following a trip to Newport, Rhode Island to learn the finer points of the game, Norm builds his own special croquet mal
Hanging Porch Swing
Norm discovers a beautiful antique porch swing that has been delighting fans for generations and decides we must have on
Computer Desk
Bowing to numerous requests from fans, Norm designs and builds a complex of clever spaces for the home office that will
Patio Trolley
This handsome trolley is just the thing to roll around the patio when there are beverages and food to serve. Norm builds
Desk Top Writing Case
After looking through the offerings of a country store, Norm finds the inspiration to build a small lock-and-key style w
Outdoor Patio Table
Norm adds to his growing collection of outdoor furniture projects when he builds this round, teak patio table that is bi
English Server
Norm wanders into a country European antique shop and walks out with a treasure, a low English server, also commonly kno
Sharpening Station
You can't do the work, unless the tools are sharp... is the mantra of woodworkers everywhere. Norm celebrates this senti
Jewelry Case
Norm shops for a perfect gift for a loved one, discovers an exquisite jewelry case, and decides to replicate it back in
Breakfront Cabinet
Home woodworkers, who look to The New Yankee Workshop for ideas in creating attractive storage spaces, will love Norm's
Jigs (1)
Norm celebrates the 13th season of The New Yankee Workshop with jigs. Proclaiming them "as important for the workshop as
Jigs (2)
Norm celebrates the 13th season of The New Yankee Workshop with jigs. Proclaiming them "as important for the workshop as
Hall Seat
A visit to the historic Grove Park Inn in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains provides the inspiration for this projec
CD Storage Case
Norm's CD storage case promises to fool the casual observer with its handsome looks, and capacity to store and display o
Garden Armchair
Norm adds to his growing collection of outdoor furniture a handsome garden armchair that has generously-sized arms for r
Workshop Hutch
When Norm felt it time to remodel The New Yankee Workshop, he seized the opportunity to build an ingenuous workshop hutc
Outdoor Cupboard
Norm designs a clever outdoor cupboard that's versatile enough to be prized by everyone from the backyard barbecue chef
Dressing Table (1)
Norm visits the fabulous Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Built in 1880 by George Washington Vanderbilt, th
Dressing Table (2)
Norm visits the fabulous Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Built in 1880 by George Washington Vanderbilt, th
Mailbox
Like most of us, Norm has a mailbox he purchased from a local home center that now shows all the wear and tear of harsh
Bath Cupboard
Like the term "coffee table" there is no such thing as a "bath cupboard" in furniture history, nevertheless Norm finds o
Monastery Table
Norm puts down his fork long enough to appreciate the craftsmanship of the handcrafted monastery table upon which he din
Barrister Bookcase
Among Norm's personal collection of furniture, is an old oak barrister's bookcase that safely showcases his collection o
Miter Bench and Storage (1)
A well-equipped workshop will need a bench for a miter saw. In this two part project, Norm builds a useful model with ex
Miter Bench and Storage (2)
A well-equipped workshop will need a bench for a miter saw. In this two part project, Norm builds a useful model with ex
Steamer Trunk
Long after the last steamship sailed its last voyage, Norm sets out to build a New Yankee Workshop version of the rounde
Adirondack Loveseat
One of the all-time most popular projects ever built in The New Yankee Workshop was the Adirondack chair Norm built year
Canopy Bed
The main business of Leonard's Antiques, a group of highly respected antique stores located in the Northeast, is the mak
Shaving Stand
While visiting Palm Beach, Florida, Norm discovers an attractive maple shaving stand in the Flagler Museum. Norm recreat
Work Table and Clamp Cart
Surely one of the most useful projects Norm's ever built for the shop is this work table. It's a light weight, yet sturd
Pedestal Table
Norm visits an antique shop and spots a small round pedestal table that the dealer tells him may have originated in Indo
Four Drawer Chest
If you've been looking for a small elegant chest of drawers then this Chippendale-inspired beauty is for you. Locating o
Wooden Bowls
Norm makes wooden bowls.
Nightstand
An antique cherry nightstand, circa 1840, found in a friend's house on Nantucket Island, is inspiration for Norm to buil
Deck Chair
It used to be when you cruised the ocean on a liner you would be offered a comfortable place to read and relax on a sun
Stepback Cupboard
When Norm finds this early cupboard in a Nantucket antique shop, he can't be sure of what he has found. There are questi
Deluxe Router Station
Norm's original router station is the most popular shop project he's ever done. So why change it? Well, in the years sin
Sheep Shearing Coffee Table
How about a coffee table that once served as a portable platform to shear the wool from sheep? We're not sure how well i
Queen Anne Table
It would be hard to imagine a more graceful dining table than Norm's new Queen Anne pedestal table. The beautiful round
Cigar Chair (1)
Norm happened to mention to a reporter that he had never made an upholstered piece of furniture. This led to an invitati
Cigar Chair (2)
Norm happened to mention to a reporter that he had never made an upholstered piece of furniture. This led to an invitati
Beveled Glass Cupboard
This jewel of a display cupboard will provide attractive storage for any bathroom. The top of the cabinet, with its beve
Media Press (1)
Organizing today's electronics is a challenge with ever-larger televisions, DVD's, amplifiers, speakers, CD collections
Media Press (2)
Organizing today's electronics is a challenge with ever-larger televisions, DVD's, amplifiers, speakers, CD collections
Flagpole
Years ago on This Old House we featured the installation of a wooden flagpole on our Napa, California project. Now Norm
Regency Headboard
In lieu of a great bedstead, sometimes all you need is a headboard. On this program Norm builds a beauty out of mahogany
Painted Corner Hutch
This narrow corner cupboard will be extremely useful in today's home where space is sometimes limited. The top section o
French Side Table
Norm finds a handsome dark wood French side table in a private collection on Nantucket. Made of dark hardwood, probably
Wall Mounted Tool Chest
You can find Norm using hand tools in The New Yankee Workshop, but we are not proud of the way they are stored. That's a
The Butterfly Table
Norm revisits Old Sturbridge Village and discovers an old table built by a colonial furniture maker more than 200 years
The Folding Screen
The folding room screen is an attractive alternative to divide a room or to seal off an unwanted view of a computer, a T
The Flower Stand
The flower stand is a woodworker's interpretation of the flower vendor's classic three-tiered display shelf. Norm built
The Shaker Bookcase
This bookcase will surprise many fans because it is unlike most Shaker designs. Elder Green built the original unusual c
The Tall Case Oak Clock
From hobbyists building a clock out of a kit to professionals building one from scratch, clock building seems to be a po
The Dower Chest
Pennsylvania Dutch is an endearing style created by early furniture makers. Many pieces of this delightful furniture, pa
The Windsor Chair (1)
The Lancaster County "Fan Back" Windsor chair is perhaps the most challenging woodworking project of the 16th season. No
The Windsor Chair (2)
The Lancaster County "Fan Back" Windsor chair is perhaps the most challenging woodworking project of the 16th season. No
The Lowboy
Lowboy's are similar to the lower case of a classic highboy. Sometimes called a dressing table, they often come with two
The Pier Table
A pier table is a small table that is meant to be located between two windows. Norm finds a beautiful example of one at
The Dining Table
Norm visits an antique dealer who commissions reproduction English antique furniture for his shop on Nantucket, Massachu
The Mission Style Desk
Prowling through an arts and crafts shop of highly collectable Stickley and other Mission style period furniture, Norm d
The Gardener's Dry Sink
Here is a place to organize your horticultural life. Meant to go outdoors or in, this hard working bench provides a plac
Hall Mirror
Every family needs one of these. An assembly point for the family keys, hats, and mail, with the added bonus of a large
Bermuda Bench/Table
Every time Norm does an outside project it is an instant hit. This will be no exception. It's a useful all-weather conve
Ottoman
Encouraged by his success in building the upholstered cigar chair in Season 15, Norm partners once again with furniture
Bermuda Chest
Bermudans call themselves "Onions" perhaps because of those succulent pungent bulbs they have grown for hundreds of year
Federal-Style Game Table
With no television and few newspapers to read, our ancestors had plenty of time for card games thus, game tables were ve
Lathe 101
Lathe 101 is the first in a series of programs featuring the skills required to master a single shop tool. In this first
Side Chair
Norm has said many times that chairs are the most challenging projects a woodworker can attempt. Not only do they have t
Tilt Top Table
One classic furniture form that Norm has long admired is the tilt top table. Graceful Chippendale feet support a central
Highboy (1)
Never in the history of The New Yankee Workshop has there been a more challenging project. This bonnet-topped Queen Anne
Highboy (2)
Never in the history of The New Yankee Workshop has there been a more challenging project. This bonnet-topped Queen Anne
Kitchen Island
Largely unknown in grandmother's time, kitchen islands have become indispensable in today's modern home. Used to house s
Carved Wooden Signs
Norm makes carved wooden signs.
The Library System
Is there a homeowner out there who doesn't yearn for more shelf space for his books and display items, says Norm at the
Colonial Style Mantel
After tackling more pressing projects, Norm is finally getting around to building a mantelpiece for the master bedroom i
Plantation Shutters
If you've priced plantation shutters lately, you know how expensive they can be, costing several hundred dollars per ope
Workshop Helpers
Everybody knows Norm likes to work alone. Although he does get some help finishing the projects, Norm does the wood work
Poker Table
Poker is the game to be playing right now and Norm has a special project in mind for its legions of fans when he sets ou
New Yankee Shop Clock
Over the years, Norm has created several clocks for The New Yankee Workshop, most notably the tall case oak clock with a
Router 101 (1)
A continuation of a series of tool-specific episodes that provide instruction and techniques for using a particular shop
Router 101 (2)
A continuation of a series of tool-specific episodes that provide instruction and techniques for using a particular shop
Corner Table
This project involves some considerable effort. At the suggestion of a friend who, with his colleagues, is trying to res
Greek Revival Bookcase
While prowling a designer show house, Norm discovers a handsome collection of bookcases built in the Greek Revival tradi
Storage Shed
Taking his cue from a pool house he finds on Nantucket, Norm creates a relatively simple, multipurpose structure so cove
Wall Hung Console
We first found this item in a decorator show house and were impressed with its functionality and beauty. No more than a
Corner Chair
Corner chairs go way back in the history of furniture. Some say their early popularity had to do with the convenience of
Wall Paneling
In this program, Norm demonstrates how easy it can be to panel a wall. Norm begins by showing some wonderful examples of
Giltwood Mirror
One of the most challenging projects ever attempted on The New Yankee Workshop comes when Norm tries his hand at reprodu
Entrance Door
It would be hard to think of a more important element of a home's appeal than its entranceway. But all too often, modern
Old Pine Dry Sink
Arlington House sits high above the National Cemetery in Virginia as an imposing witness to historic events. Once the ho
Martha's Candlestand
To see Martha Washington's bedroom, you'll have to talk to the Ladies of Mount Vernon, who look after the first Presiden
Dominy Clock
Without dispute, one of the greatest collections of American antiques resides at the Winterthur Museum in Delaware. One
Cowboy Sideboard
Wyoming antiques dealer Terry Winchell wants everybody to know about the remarkable work of furniture designer Thomas Mo
Painted Cupboard
Little is known about the handsome Painted Cupboard, which resides in one of the period rooms in the elegant country est
Table Saw 101 (1)
As with his previous programs dedicated to a single tool, Norm takes viewers on a special two-part program that explores
Table Saw 101 (2)
As with his previous programs dedicated to a single tool, Norm takes viewers on a special two-part program that explores
Taunton Chest
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is a treasure house of the first order that boasts remarkable collections of early Ameri
Bowfront Chest
Recently, Norm, who is a trustee of the Old Sturbridge Village museum, asked the curators to put a stunning Bowfront Che
Nest of Tables
Prowling antiques stores for a suitable project for his own living room, Norm encounters Matt Buckley, an appraiser and
Window Bench
Gary Sullivan, an antiques expert and an old friend of The New Yankee Workshop, shows Norm an antique Window Bench proba
Kitchen Cabinet Basics (1)
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he gives the basics on kitchen cabinets. This is part 1 of 2.
Kitchen Cabinet Basics (2)
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he gives the basics of kitchen cabinets. This is part 2 of 2.
The Hot Wall
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he explains how to set up the "hot wall".
The Wet Wall
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he explains the basics of the "wet wall".
The Pantry
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he builds the pantry.
The Kitchen Office
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here builds the "kitchen office".
The Island
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he builds the kitchen island.
The Wet Bar
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he constructs the wet bar.
Finish and Install
Norm remodels Russell Morash's kitchen. Here he adds the finishing touches to the remodel and installs the appliances.
Adirondack Trio
In the beginning of The New Yankee Workshop there was the Adirondack Chair (Season 2), a classic design updated by Norm.
All-Weather Loveseat
A popular trend finds folks sitting in cushioned comfort on sofas and chairs that are able to withstand all kinds of wea
Lolling Chair
When reading the Declaration of Independence, no doubt some of our founding fathers would have chosen to sit in a favori
Tap Table
Norm visits historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire to track down a table he wants to build on The New Yankee Workshop. At th
Planter's Desk
Norm begins his search for low-country furniture projects in Savannah’s famed Monterey Square at the home of antique m
Turkey Table
While touring Savannah, Norm found the inspiration for this unique piece in Marty Johnson’s antique collection. Though
Nantucket Settle
On a sojourn to the quaint New England island of Nantucket, Norm found a wonderful lidded settle that can double as extr
Tiger Maple Washstand
This lovely washstand is true to the circa 1830 original found in the antique collection of Stanley and Jacqueline Levin
Dough Box
In the 1800s, a dough box provided a warm hiding place for bread dough to rise. When Norm crafts his version of this sim
Garden Gate
Norm couldn't resist bringing the romantic design of this garden gateway back from a visit to a historic New England vil
Serving Trays
Norm takes viewers in to his favorite antique haunt on the quaint New England island of Nantucket where he discovers two
Carousel Table
It's a great family gathering table and perfect for playing games with the kids, Norm claimed when he discovered the ori
Seven Drawer Chest
Norm spied this regal nineteenth-century English mahogany, seven-drawer chest in the back room of Alex Raskin's renowned
Hat Rack
Norm introduces viewers to the seventeenth-century craft of wood steaming when he creates this charming hat rack out of
Greenhouse (1)
He may be America's favorite master carpenter, but Norm readily admits that he's a "brown thumb," when it comes to garde
Greenhouse (2)
He may be America's favorite master carpenter, but Norm readily admits that he's a "brown thumb," when it comes to garde
Fireplace Mantle
Between shooting The New Yankee Workshop and This Old House, Norm rarely has time to build anything for himself. And, li
Irish Table
Viewers find Norm on the quaint New England island of Nantucket in an antique shop that specializes in Irish country fur
Linen Press
Norm asks, "Have you ever noticed that most armoires and linen presses are too big to fit in today's rooms and look just
Walnut Table
Norm travels to Savannah, Georgia, to meet Greg Guenther, a respected local craftsman known for his skills at making per
Library Ladder
Though a gardener friend uses his handsome antique library ladder to display a collection of vintage watering cans, Norm
Old Pine Bar
Norm builds his version of an antique Irish bar out of recycled pine and gives it a high gloss finish so indestructible
Morris Chair
In Arizona, Norm goes on a search for Arts and Crafts-style furniture in Tucson's Historic Arts District. Responding to
Cupola
In a surprise twist, Norm opens this New Yankee Workshop from This Old House's recent job site in Milton, Massachusetts.
Mesquite Bookcase
Norm's expedition to Arizona in search of Arts and Crafts-style furniture projects to build in The New Yankee Workshop l
Chop Saw Station
For any woodworker who aspires to have a home version of The New Yankee Workshop, Norm builds a portable chop saw statio
Whirligig
On a recent sojourn to Nantucket, Norm is invited to view a local antique dealer's private collection of children's toys
Chaise Lounge
Norm takes viewers on an adventure to Utah to witness the dismantling of a twelve-mile long railway trestle which was bu
Roll Top Desk (1)
Norm visits the Old Schwamb Mill in Arlington, Massachusetts. Built in 1860, the mill was purchased in 1864 by German im
Roll Top Desk (2)
Norm visits the Old Schwamb Mill in Arlington, Massachusetts. Built in 1860, the mill was purchased in 1864 by German im
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