Traditional trades, crafts and skills

Our prehistoric ancestors used flint tools every day; they were of vital importance for cutting and scraping, used for hunting, preparing food, making clothing and building shelters, and their remnants are scattered around the countryside.

This collection of crocheted patterns includes adorable animal hoods like a giraffe and bunny for kids and elegant, textured styles for adults.

An eye-catching, delicate shawl brightens up any look, and because the pieces are crocheted, they work up quickly, so you'll be enjoying your new shawls before you know it.

*SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING 2026**SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO NON-FICTION BOOK AWARD 2025**SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025**A BBC RADIO 4 AND SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE WEEK*Connect with Britain s extraordinary heritage and be awakened to the beauty all around you with this Sunday Times bestselling journey to Craftland by award-winning historian and broadcaster James Fox.

An immersive history of our coasts and the people who have shaped themThe coast means something different to everyone.

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2020 im Fachbereich Führung und Personal - Recruiting, Note: 2,5, , Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Diese Diplom-Hausarbeit thematisiert das immer noch aktuelle Thema „Nachwuchsprobleme im Handwerk“, welches sich über die letzten Jahre hinweg weiter zugespitzt hat und eine greifbare Lösung nicht in Sicht ist.

Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to crochet.

Bachelorarbeit aus dem Jahr 2020 im Fachbereich Soziologie - Arbeit, Ausbildung, Organisation, Note: 1,7, , Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Ziel der vorliegenden Arbeit ist es, einen Überblick über den durchgeführten Austausch zu schaffen und das Verhalten und die Aussagen der Schülerinnen und Schüler widerzuspiegeln.

Cast on with confidence and master even the trickiest of stitches with The Knitting Book.

An entertaining and engrossing collection of British customs, superstitions and legends from past and present.

The ultimate bread making reference, including theory, techniques and recipesThe latest in the bestselling National Trust series which has so far comprised Scones, Puddings, Jams, Crumbles and Afternoon Tea, this handy guide contains all the information and inspiration needed to start making bread.

Enter a whole new world of 50 animal crochet patterns from bestselling author Kerry Lord.

Quilting is a hugely popular pastime, with many people all over the world producing beautiful quilts to be displayed as wall hangings for display, as well as to be used as bedcovers and throws.

Over 100 delicious recipes from the National Trust, perfect to warm a wintery night.

Sewing is an extremely rewarding hobby.

Run wild with this new collection of minis from Kerry Lord and her Edward's Menagerie animals.

'Fun, festive and fabulous.

Over centuries past, powerful nations and empires have expressed their might and control in part through the strength of their navies and their industrial and commercial prowess through fleets of vessels whether powered by sail or later steam.

Does woodworking intimidate you?

Gutes aus dem MühlenladenEinkaufen im Mühlenladen und damit die Unterstützung des lokalen Handwerks, Regionalität und Nachhaltigkeit liegen im Trend.

Gutes aus dem MühlenladenEinkaufen im Mühlenladen und damit die Unterstützung des lokalen Handwerks, Regionalität und Nachhaltigkeit liegen im Trend.

Der Trend zur Urbanität hält an und damit auch der Zuzug von Menschen in die Städte.

Adorable, soft and colourful - and just the right size for little hands - knitted toys are the ideal gift for children of all ages.

Simple Knit for Cherished Babies is the best-selling baby knits title in the world and is now available in a new smaller format!

Traditional Nordic patterns can be seen everywhere, from the catwalk to the high street.

The Clangers and their friends live on a blue cratered moon, far away in space.

The Upholsterer's Step-by-step Handbook reveals the techniques and tips of the upholstery trade in an easy to understand format.

The Clangers live on a blue cratered moon, far away in space.

Fun indoor games for the whole family to enjoy.

Boasting countless benefits and applications, hand made felt is a chunky,durable and non-fraying fabric that can be used for fashion and home projects.

The Gentle Art of Quilt-Making is a charming, inspirational and practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket.

A beautifully presented, practical gift guide to the age-old art of whittling.

Tales of the Tea Trade looks at the world of tea from a completely new perspective.

This charming history of metalwork and blacksmithing features many traditional stories and folk tales surrounding the ancient craft.

There is only one state in the US which lives up to the epithet 'the best BBQ in the world', and that is Texas.

Mit der gescheiterten Leinenmanufaktur in Heilbronn des Verlegers Johann Friedrich Cotta wird der seltene Fall eines untergegangenen Unternehmens dokumentiert und mit der erfolgreichen Einführung neuer Techniken in Blaubeuren verglichen.

An engaging makers' guide to the history and craft of straw plaiting, brimming with helpful step-by-step diagrams.

An engaging makers' guide to the history and craft of straw plaiting, brimming with helpful step-by-step diagrams.

This early work on Indian Slipper making is a fascinating read for any shoemaking enthusiast or historian.

This book contains a lovely collection of vintage crochet patterns for the making of women's clothing and accessories.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

36 modelos crochet con 10 videos tutoriales que te guiarán en el tejido, modelos sencillos para animar a tejedoras principiantes, diseños originales de prendas y accesorios como un sombrero de rafia, un vestido a rayas, un divertido mono y un súper polero.

Many of us dream of owning a treehouse, whether it's a tree fort or playhouse for the children, a secret retreat or just a unique space for relaxing and reconnecting with nature.

A beautiful memoir, travelogue and meditation on stone by artist and stone mason Beatrice Searle.

El libro de los oficios de antaño rescata el alma del pasado al evocar los trabajos comunes en la vida de los pueblos, labores silenciosas y cotidianas que plasmaron el folclor nacional en largas épocas de quietud y ensoñación.

Let craft gurus Alan Gear and Barry Freestone be your crafting hosts as you plan and prepare for the holidays.

Young people around the world are struggling to enter the labour market.

Este libro enseña los procesos y técnicas de un oficio tradicional, la forja, empleando las técnicas de ayer y de hoy.

Este libro constituye una introducción práctica a la cestería.

El esmalte al fuego sobre metal es un arte milenario que, actualmente renovado, se manifiesta como una disciplina en extremo versátil y de primer orden para la expresión artística.