Log furniture making question

[BoxMN]

I am thinking about getting a (cheaper) set of tools for tenon joint cutting, just to tinker a bit and make some stuff for around the cabin. There is a sale right now on this set:

LumberJack Tools HSK2 Home Series 2-Piece Starter Kit (just says 1 and 2, note sure if that is inches...) $130

or else a one size 1.5" kit $65

What would be the best size for average stuff? - end tables, maybe some benches around firepit, heck might even try a barstool or three. If I can do it okay, maybe a kitchen/dining table some day.

Also, are these too cheap of bits even for my limited use?

Last question - for metro area, or even northeast of brainerd, what are good log supply shops? Thanks for any info. I have always wanted to learn to do this, and wife just told me I should... I might have more questions later about drills or other related stuff. I have 1/2 drills (18v and electric) and a decent drill press.

[witgey&water]

If I was making log furniture I would look into Logman Log Furniture Tenon Maker. It is much faster then the pencil sharpener type and cost less too if you add up and the different sizes. I think Rockler also makes a router style tenon cutter

Here is a video on it

[BoxMN]

Thanks very much for the link! I like the Logman products, and already have router, so this might be a better and more versatile way to go. Better bang for the buck I think, even though more up front cost.

[Timber]

I've wanted to build log furniture for some time now, but the tenon makers were always so expensive. The Logman looks like just the ticket. What kind of router should a person get? What are some good log-making books for plans, etc.? Good router learning book?