Celebrating Birch Book
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The stately birch has long been cherished by woodworkers and crafters for both its beauty and its utility. In this loving tribute from the North House Folk School, you’ll get an appreciation for all items large and small, of both bark and wood, that crafters have made from birch for centuries. In addition to fascinating sections on the history, folklore and biology of birch, you’ll enjoy 20 beautiful projects, including carved ornaments, turned bowls, wooden spoons, bark baskets and much more. Richly illustrated with full-color photography and artwork throughout, Celebrating Birch is a must-have addition to any woodworker’s library. 178 pages.
This book was published to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the North House Folk School in northern Minnesota. When deciding on the theme for the book, the staff members at the school had to look no further than the piles of birch shavings and bark that lay at their feet. Throughout history into today, the birch has served many cultures across the world for useful items, and is widely celebrated in traditions, folklore and myths.The book comprises four main sections:Birch Bark: 12 projects from barkBirch Lore and LegendsBirch Wood: 8 projects from woodBirch’s Biology and Ecology: Understanding birch, its uses and its future
Price: $24.99
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