The Lost Art of Making Things (Paperback)
Idioma: inglés
Editorial: Independently Published, 2026
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Librería: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, Estados Unidos de AmericaGrand Eagle Retail
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Paperback. Reconnect with Craftsmanship Through Timeless Techniques, Practical Projects, and Hands-On SkillsWhat if you could look at an ordinary piece of wood, a broken household item, or a handful of simple materials and see possibility instead of waste?Long before convenience made everything disposable, people knew how to make, repair, maintain, and transform the things they depended on. Those skills created more than useful objects-they built confidence, patience, independence, and pride.The Lost Art of Making Things brings that mindset back into modern life.Whether you're completely new to hands-on work or simply want to reconnect with practical craftsmanship, this book takes you through the essential knowledge you need to start making with confidence.Inside, you'll discover how to: Build the maker's mindset and develop confidence through hands-on practiceCreate a practical workspace and choose the essential tools you actually needUnderstand wood, metal, fabric, and other common materialsMaster fundamental skills including measuring, cutting, drilling, shaping, sanding, joining, and fasteningWork confidently with wood and create simple, reliable jointsExplore basic metalworking, from cutting and shaping to drilling and fasteningRepair everyday objects instead of automatically throwing them awayBuild practical projects such as a wooden box, wall shelf, storage rack, and workshop organizerRediscover traditional skills such as sewing, fabric repair, knot tying, and tool maintenanceGive your projects a professional-looking finish through proper preparation and careLearn how to turn mistakes into experience and improve your accuracyDevelop your own techniques while drawing inspiration from traditional craftsmanshipPreserve the value of handmade objects and pass practical skills on to othersBut this isn't simply a book about tools.It's about becoming the kind of person who can figure things out.You'll learn to look at a loose joint and think about how to repair it. You'll see a leftover piece of wood and imagine what it could become. You'll approach a new project with curiosity rather than hesitation.And perhaps most importantly, you'll discover the satisfaction that comes from saying: "I made this myself."You don't need a professional workshop.You don't need years of experience.You don't need every tool in the store.You simply need the willingness to start.Make something. Repair something. Learn something.Rediscover the skills that once defined everyday craftsmanship-and discover what your own hands are capable of creating. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
N° de ref. del artículo 9798193593737
- Título
- The Lost Art of Making Things (Paperback)
- Autor
- Ruby Ashcroft
- Editorial
- Independently Published
- Año de publicación
- 2026
- Estado
- new
- Encuadernación
- Paperback
- Idioma
- inglés
- ISBN 13
- 9798193593737
- Serie
- Libro 1 de 11: The Hands-On Craft Series
Reconnect with Craftsmanship Through Timeless Techniques, Practical Projects, and Hands-On Skills
What if you could look at an ordinary piece of wood, a broken household item, or a handful of simple materials and see possibility instead of waste?
Long before convenience made everything disposable, people knew how to make, repair, maintain, and transform the things they depended on. Those skills created more than useful objects—they built confidence, patience, independence, and pride.
The Lost Art of Making Things brings that mindset back into modern life.
Whether you're completely new to hands-on work or simply want to reconnect with practical craftsmanship, this book takes you through the essential knowledge you need to start making with confidence.
Inside, you'll discover how to:
- Build the maker's mindset and develop confidence through hands-on practice
- Create a practical workspace and choose the essential tools you actually need
- Understand wood, metal, fabric, and other common materials
- Master fundamental skills including measuring, cutting, drilling, shaping, sanding, joining, and fastening
- Work confidently with wood and create simple, reliable joints
- Explore basic metalworking, from cutting and shaping to drilling and fastening
- Repair everyday objects instead of automatically throwing them away
- Build practical projects such as a wooden box, wall shelf, storage rack, and workshop organizer
- Rediscover traditional skills such as sewing, fabric repair, knot tying, and tool maintenance
- Give your projects a professional-looking finish through proper preparation and care
- Learn how to turn mistakes into experience and improve your accuracy
- Develop your own techniques while drawing inspiration from traditional craftsmanship
- Preserve the value of handmade objects and pass practical skills on to others
But this isn't simply a book about tools.
It's about becoming the kind of person who can figure things out.
You'll learn to look at a loose joint and think about how to repair it. You'll see a leftover piece of wood and imagine what it could become. You'll approach a new project with curiosity rather than hesitation.
And perhaps most importantly, you'll discover the satisfaction that comes from saying:
“I made this myself.”
You don't need a professional workshop.
You don't need years of experience.
You don't need every tool in the store.
You simply need the willingness to start.
Make something. Repair something. Learn something.
Rediscover the skills that once defined everyday craftsmanship—and discover what your own hands are capable of creating.
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