Stickmaking Handbook

When Sterling Publishing sent us a sample of this excellent handbook, we knew that a lot of our seatweaving customers would really appreciate it. Stickmaking Handbook is published by the UK's Guild of Master Craftman Publications and you can absolutely consider it to be a thorough course on how to make sticks/canes~ all in one $14.95 book.

This book explains how to make a wide range of traditional walking sticks, market sticks and crooks. It describes types of woods for best use. It shows you how to select suitable timbers or how to use alternative materials such as ram's horn, antler, buffalo and cow's horn. There are tips on straightening sticks, fitting the handle and fixing a ferrule, plus advice on how to produce a variety of effects. From seasoning woods, shaping, carving and shanking handles, to a wide range of coloring and finishing methods, all aspects of this long established craft are covered.

The Stickmaking Handbook is suitable for beginners and experienced alike. A great gift for the woodcarving enthusiast in your family!