Woodland Craft Handbook

The Woodland Craft Handbook is a guide to traditional crafts, woodland coppice products, and forest permaculture. It features 15 rustic projects with detailed how-to instructions, photos, and illustrations. The book also includes sections on crafts for the farm and garden, crafts for the home, and wood fuel. It caters to all levels of ability and includes fascinating historical snippets.

Format: Hardback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2021
Publisher: GMC Publications

The Woodland Craft Handbook is a captivating and informative guide to traditional crafts, woodland coppice products, and forest permaculture. Written by woodsman Ben Law, this comprehensive book takes readers on a journey into the world of woodworking, showcasing a diverse range of one-of-a-kind creations made from materials sourced directly from the woods. From brooms, rakes, pegs, spoons, chairs, baskets, fencing, and walking sticks to more intricate items such as bowls, boxes, and furniture, each piece is painstakingly hewn and shaped by hand, imbuing it with a simple, rustic beauty.

In addition to providing a fascinating glimpse into the history and traditions of these crafts, the handbook delves into coppice management, tree species, and the tools and devices used in the low-impact woodland way of life. Ben Law, a skilled craftsman, eco-builder, teacher, and writer, shares his expertise and passion for sustainable woodland management and permaculture through this book. His unique woodland home, featured on Grand Designs in the UK, has gained widespread recognition and has been voted as the most popular episode ever.

Ben runs courses on sustainable woodland management and permaculture, operates a specialist eco-building company, and trains apprentices. He has authored several books, including The Woodland House (Permanent Publications, 2005), The Woodland Year (Permanent Publications, 2008), and Woodsman: Living in a Wood in the 21st Century and Woodland Craft (GMC Publications, 2015).

The Woodland Craft Handbook offers a wealth of information and inspiration for anyone interested in exploring the world of traditional crafts and sustainable living. With 15 rustic projects, including green wood, accompanied by detailed how-to instructions, photos, and illustrations, readers will have the opportunity to create their own unique pieces while learning about the importance of preserving these traditional skills for future generations. Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or a beginner looking to dip your toes into the world of woodworking, this handbook is a must-have resource.

Weight: 515g
Dimension: 216 x 155 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784946159