Simple Wooden Toy Designs

Overall in very good condition although some shelf marks to the cover along with a crease on back cover

only one previous owner and book looks unread/un-used

Christmas toys that won't break on Boxing Day - attractive, durable and fun to use. Mike Smith is an established writer of do-it-yourself books and has appeared in four consecutive television series based on this theme. But his own favourite hobby has always been toy making, and he brings to this book both the enjoyment and experience of an expert. Many classic designs are featured in this book, as well as other more unusual and amusing variations. Readers will be delighted by toy puzzles, railway engines, a set of boules, sailing boats, a combine harvester, a parrot and other inventive toys. Above all, it must be stressed that these toys are not only themselves, sturdy and effective as all good toys should be, but also both exciting to make and to use. Each toy is quite simply and practically described with drawings and photographs alongside the text. This is a unique and long-awaited book which will become an essential acquisition in every household with a young family. Wooden toy making. Wooden toys -- Making - Manuals