Tree Craft: 35 Rustic Wood Projects That Bring the Outdoors In (Fox Chapel Publishing) Elegant, One-of-a-Kind Decor from Found Wood, Including Lamps, Clocks, Planters, Photo Frames, Games, and More - Softcover

Chris Lubkemann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1565234553 ISBN 13: 9781565234550

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing, 2011

Synopsis

If a tree falls in the woods, odds are author and woodworker Chris Lubkemann will hear it and create something out of it. For years, Lubkemann has been transforming twigs, branches and fallen trees into artfully designed yet functional pieces for the home, from candle holders and coasters to coffee tables and curtain rods. With insight into picking the right piece of wood to the basic techniques of cutting, trimming and shaping, Tree Craft takes you on a journey that is both creative and inspiring. The five chapters in the book are divided into the areas of your home where the 35 stylish and practical projects can be used. Aimed toward those with a general appreciation of wood, while the projects don't require a large amount of carving, they are interesting in the fact that they use natural pieces of wood that can be turned into unique and useful items with some creative tweaking. Reusing Mother Nature's beauty inside your home is a great way to add warmth and rustic elegance to any décor.

About this title

About the Author

Chris Lubkemann is the author of the best-selling books, Little Book of Whittling and Whittling Twigs and Branches. He is a regular contributor to several carving magazines, including Chip Chats and Woodcarving Illustrated and demonstrates his skill at shows around America.

From the Back Cover

Decorate Your Home the Natural Way Nothing adds more warmth and charm to a home than the simple, rustic beauty of natural wood. Now, thanks to the inspiring and creative ideas of woodworker Chris Lubkemann, bringing the natural elegance of the outdoors into your home is easier than you think. With little effort that can produce amazing results, twigs, branches and fallen trees can be transformed into artfully designed candle holders, coat racks, and coffee tables that will flavor your home with an eco-chic style. If you're creative, have an appreciation for wood, and can work with a few basic tools, you can create these 35 unique and practical projects using easy-to-follow instructions and some found wood. Among the distinctive projects in Tree Craft, you'll find: " A gallery of knotted-wood photo frames to hold your favorite pictures " Attractive table lamps in a variety of styles " One-of-a-kind décor items such as curtain rods, clocks and planters " Beautiful and practical coasters, napkin rings and spoon holders Reusing what nature has provided is a simple way to add rustic elegance to your home.

Edition details

• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1565234553
• ISBN 13: 9781565234550
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128