The Art of Whittling

Name: The Art of Whittling
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781802792133
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A Woodcarver's Guide to Making Things by Hand

By Niklas Karlsson

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The Art of Whittling by Niklas Karlsson is a charming and practical guide that explores the ancient craft of whittling. It delves into the selection of wood, essential tools, and various cutting techniques, offering readers both an artistic and meditative experience. The book also introduces the Danish concept of hygge, encouraging a cosy atmosphere and meaningful connections while crafting.
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This book is ideal for arts and culture enthusiasts, hobbyists interested in traditional crafts, and anyone seeking a mindful, hands-on pastime that fosters creativity and connection with nature.

This guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life. You will learn about the ancient art of whittling as one of the earliest forms of artistic expression; the different types of wood to use in your work; the simple tools you need to get started; and the various cutting techniques.

This beautiful and practical guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life and a means of getting back to basics and creating unique items from scratch.

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Whittling is more than just a way of busying idle hands; it is a pastime for those who love the texture of wood and a way of life for those who feel a special connection between people and trees.

This beautiful and practical guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life and a means of getting back to basics and creating unique items from scratch. Inside you will learn about the ancient art of whittling as one of the earliest forms of artistic expression; the different types of wood to use in your work; the simple tools you need to get started; and the various cutting techniques.

The Art of Whittling also preaches the idea of Danish hygge—translating to coziness and being with friends and family in a warm atmosphere. Here, author Niklas Karlsson gives us an insight into why the Danes are considered the happiest people in the world, and how you can bring some hygge into your own lives.

More than just a manual, this book offers a contemplative view on a skill that is more popular than ever.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781802792133

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck

Illustration: 200 clr and b&w photos and illus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 160

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Niklas Karlsson Non-Fiction

About the Author

Niklas Karlsson is a Swedish woodcarver who crafts unique utensils that he sells via his blog: ahardslojdlife.se. Growing up he spent his holidays in the south of Lapland and bought his first carving knife from a mail-order catalogue as a child. Inspired by Barn the Spoon, who runs a spoonshop in central London, Niklas now runs workshops in his native Sweden and appears at the International Carving Festival Taljfest. He is, according to interior designer Andreas Nobel, 'an ethnologist, archaeologist, historian, designer and craftsman in one and the same person, who through the study of ancient handicraft objects transforms his expertise into new selfmade bowls and troughs. In this way Niklas Karlsson gets knowledge and feeling for past lives and culture.'