Woodland Craft

Accompany woodsman Ben Law as he celebrates the amazing diversity of craft products made from materials sourced directly from the woods. Including brooms, rakes, pegs, spoons, chairs, baskets, fencing, yurts and even a caravan, all the items are hewn from freshly cut green wood, shaped by hand and infused with a simple, rustic beauty. Detailed instructions and advice are given for each craft, along with essential knowledge about tools and devices. With fascinating information on the history, language and traditions of the crafts, coppice management and tree species, this book teaches about all aspects of the low-impact woodland way of life. Includes crafts for the farm and garden, wood fuel, building and domestic use. Green wood is the predominant material used throughout the book Handy directory of tree species to use for identification and an overview of their characteristics and uses Directory of tools and devices, old and new