Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the essential boat-building technique of lofting in this 36-minute video tutorial. Learn how to develop and use a Table of Offsets to enlarge boat plans to full size, a crucial step in the boat-building process. Follow experienced boat builder Bob Emser as he provides a clear, step-by-step explanation of this often confusing process for both amateur and professional builders. Discover the importance of working on the floor, setting up parallel lines and baselines, establishing the shear, and adjusting the batten. Gain valuable lofting tips and insights to enhance your boat-building skills, all while embracing Emser's philosophy: "If you're going to make it, make it beautiful."