Delight your children and grandchildren by making these fabulous vintage toys. Author Chris Reid takes you through the making process, giving clear advice and helpful tips to show how to make toys from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. There are 15 projects to choose from, including diabolo, yo-yo, skipping rope, spinning tops, quoits and skittles and more complicated toys such as a kaleidoscope, walking cow, dog and pig. This book includes basic techniques, such as making jigs and turning spheres and cylinders, as well as advice on wood and finishes that are safe for children's toys.
- ISBN10 1861086024
- ISBN13 9781861086020
- Publish Date 7 June 2009
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 176
- Language English