Making wood toys that move

by Alan Bridgewater

This book features toys that are fun to make with lots of simple step-by-step instructions and over 130 easy-to-follow working drawings. It begins with Toymakers Data which includes information on tools, techniques, materials and workshop. Ten projects are included in this book: The Meandering Man, The Segmental Snake, The Muzhik and the Bear, Chucky Chick, Jumping Jack Clown, Jolly John the Gymnast, Galloping Hussar, Butterfly, Peter the Pouncing Cat, and The Crunchy Croc. This description may be from another edition of this product.

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