num_pages: 376
description: This charming book is an engaging introduction to a range of traditional crafts and activities. Almost 100 skills are described and illustrated from trout-guddling to lacemaking beekeeping to dry-stone walling. Whether wanting to learn a new craft explore social history or reminisce about pastimes from a bygone age readers of all ages will lose themselves in Lost Crafts. And with more of us choosing green and ethical lifestyles there has never been a better time to rediscover these sustainable pursuits.
language: English
title: Lost Crafts: Rediscovering Traditional Skills
publisher: Chambers Harrap Pub Ltd