Traditionella hantverksyrken

Denna bok är en sammanslagning av boken Knuttimring- en arbetsbeskrivning steg för steg och boken Timmerknutar- traditionell knuttimring. Den visar hur man gör en timmerstomme från syllvarvet till takåsen. Den beskriver också hur man gör de allra vanligaste timmerknutarna: två olika rännknutar i rundtimmer, två olika slätknutar, dubbelkattsknuten med ett rakt hak och enkelkattsknuten med ett avsmalnande hak. Den berör även verktygen, timret, knutar i allmänhet, skarvning och lagning, dendrokronologi, ljugarbänk, hängränna etc. Landsbygdens timmerbygge och den gamla tidens timmerman har ett eget kapitel. Bokens många illustrationer och fotografier tillsammans med korta instruktiva texter gör arbetsgången enkel att följa.

Stolpverk är en byggnadsteknik med lång historia och finns i olika former över hela världen. Stolpverks konstruktioner kan utformas på många olika sätt. Det går att skapa vackra och rymliga byggnader och andra konstruktioner med enbart trä-i-trä förbindningar, som sedan är synliga i konstruktionen som vackra detaljer.

Det är nästan 100 år sedan en lärobok om stolpverksbyggande senast gavs ut i Sverige. Boken ger en introduktion till stolpverk och olika påritningstraditioner, samt en översikt över de i Sverige mest använda träförbindningarna.

I boken finns ett stort antal arbetsprocesser där man lär sig att pårita och tillverka olika träförbindningar med enkla metoder och verktyg. QR-koderna i boken ger även möjlighet att se instruktionsfilmer av de i boken beskrivna arbetsprocesserna. I slutet av boken finns ritningar och beskrivningar av hur man bygger en stolpverksbock och en 3x5 m stolpverkskonstruktion efter den påritningsmetod som på svenska kan kallas vinkelsystemet.

Välkommen in i stolpverkets värld. En byggteknik med oändliga möjligheter.

ULRIK HJORT LASSEN är timmerman och hantverksforskare. Han har undervisat i tio år på hantverksutbildningen på Institutionen för Kulturvård vid Göteborgs Universitet.År 2014 blev Ulrik klar med avhandlingen The Invisible Tools of a Timber Framer, som den första doktorn i ämnet hantverksforskning. Numera driver Ulrik sitt eget företag där han bygger nya stolpverkskonstruktioner och restaurerar historiska byggnader i Göteborgs området. Han håller också kurser i stolpverk för både nybörjare och erfarna hantverkare.

Through an analysis of old boats and craft reconstructions, this thesis explores historical boatbuilding traditions in the Stockholm archipelago and how craftsmanship skills were shaped and transmitted in the past. The thesis investigates how these and other craft traditions can be understood and reconstructed when no living tradition remains. The focus of the thesis is on the practical reconstruction process, where the interaction between boatbuilders, materials and functions in local waters is central, and on the historical context, where archival material provides insight into the lives of 19th-century boatbuilders.

An engaging makers’ guide to the history and craft of straw plaiting, brimming with helpful step-by-step diagrams.Straw plaiting has been used to make accessories from hats and baskets to handbags, trimmings and homewares around the world for centuries. Once employing tens of thousands of people in the UK alone, the craft is now listed as Critically Endangered on Heritage Crafts’ Red List.This book aims to change that, drawing on more than 50 previously unpublished patterns and techniques from around the world that will help you to unlock the history and preserve the skills of straw plaiting.For each pattern, follow the step-by-step diagrams and instructions and discover how they were developed whilst learning about materials, tools and preparation. Once familiar with the plaiting techniques – using straw as well as other materials – you will be able to develop your own skills, possibly blending in recycled materials, which are increasingly being used to produce beautiful and unique pieces.

Järn och smide känner många människor en svårförklarad dragning till. Kanske är det en del av den längtan till enkla och grundläggande levnadsvillkor som tillhör vår tid. I alla tider har smedyrket omgetts av ett skimmer av nästan magisk karaktär. Smeden tillverkade de verktyg och de vapen som betydde utkomst, liv och kanske död. Järnsmidesboken har under ett decennium vunnit fäste som standardbok för smide i hela Norden och även Tyskland. Också i Nya Järnsmidesboken beskrivs hela processen från hur en enkel smedja kan sättas upp till de nödvändiga verktygen och grunderna för själva smidet. Nu tillkommer dessutom nya kapitel om yxsmide, knivsmide och damasktekniken. Allt sker i dialog mellan en nutida smed med starka rötter i traditionellt smide och hans vetgirige lärling. Nya Järnsmidesbokens många teckningar och foton tar vid och levandegör sammanhangen där orden inte räcker till. Nya Järnsmidesboken vänder sig till alla som vill lära sig smida eller bara läsa om detta hantverk som haft och har stor betydelse för utvecklingen i samhället.

* 2025 National Outdoor Book Award Winner, Outdoor Adventure Guides Category *A unique, welcoming guide for the ultimate outdoor hobby.Axes, woodchopping, and fire: it can all seem intimidating. But the truth is that with the proper knowledge and technique, they are safe, fun, sustainable passions. What’s more, times have changed. In the past, you may have seen guides that relegated women to organizing and stacking wood—focusing on men as the true outdoorspeople. Yet everyone is capable of chopping with skill and making fires. Nicole Maple Coenen (nicole_coenen) has made her name (and 5M+ followers) with exactly this message. The techniques and lessons in this book showcase strength and will empower you to find the same in yourself.Axe in Hand teaches the history and benefits of woodchopping and woodburning as opposed to other energy and heat sources. You can save money, have a lower carbon footprint, or simply use it as a way to form new social connections. You’ll also find:The history and anatomy of axes themselves, providing you with a thorough, supportive body of knowledge with which you can choose your own axe to begin your woodchopping journey.Comprehensive tutorials on how to chop wood, including stances, hand position, and mechanics of woodchopping, allowing you to begin as soon as you feel comfortable.Choosing and sourcing wood, including how to source, sustainable sourcing, estimating, and dealing with sap/pitch and fatwood.How to restore and re-handle an old axe.Instructions for stacking, storing, and seasoning wood, including information on building a perfect place to store wood and a variety of stacking patterns.Burn science and DIY firestarters to use in any situation.Stacking for fire, including log cabin, teepee, cone, pyramid, and Swedish stacks.This comprehensive guide to woodchopping and outdoor living will bring you closer to nature and assist you in developing strength and confidence. No matter your entry point, Nicole is sure to inspire and educate anyone ready to pick up an axe.

Windsor chairs are a beautiful and traditional feature in any home. Some three hundred years of tradition lie behind chairs made today. While sound joints are essential, it is the sensitive shaping of each component that leads to a fine chair. This lavish book celebrates their history and explains their heritage. It compares and contrasts the distinct Windsor designs from England and America. Tools, techniques and the selection of materials are extensively covered.Detailed plans and measurements for four chairs [two English, two American] are provided and allow makers on one side of the Atlantic to attempt a chair from the other side.A unique study of a magnificent 18th century armchair brings to life the 260 year old story told by the tool marks and other clues left by the maker.Guidance and techniques explain how to design your own chair from scratch, taking into account the anthropomorphic nature of these chairs and the messages they can send out.

Antler Knife: Making a Sami-Style Knife Handle and Sheath by Ulf Avander offers an in-depth look into one of northern Scandinavia’s most distinctive traditional crafts. Drawing on more than five decades of experience, Avander guides readers through the complete process of making a Sami-style knife, from selecting reindeer antler and hardwood to shaping, assembling, and finishing both handle and sheath.Each stage is illustrated with 208 clear, full-colour photographs and detailed drawings that show the tools, materials, and techniques involved. The author explains how to work safely and effectively with antler—knowledge rarely documented in such detail—and offers guidance on leather selection, tanning, softening, and decoration. Supplementary sections cover curly-grained woods, bark work, and methods for achieving authentic Nordic finishes.The book also includes a bonus project: how to make a traditional Kosa (a wooden drinking vessel), expanding the reader’s understanding of Sami design principles and craftsmanship. Avander’s text balances technical instruction with insight into the heritage and cultural context of northern Sweden’s knife-making tradition.Produced in hardcover (25.5 × 18 × 1.3 cm), this 112-page volume is both practical and visually rich, serving as an instructional guide and a celebration of a living craft.Highly praised by reviewers and professional makers alike, Antler Knife is considered one of the most comprehensive and inspiring manuals on Scandinavian knife making available today. It is ideal for knifemakers, leatherworkers, blacksmiths, and craftspeople who wish to develop their skills or explore the enduring artistry of Sami design.

I Tapetmakerskor möter vi kvinnor som drev egna tapetverkstäder, skapade sig en yrkesstatus och fick erkännande av huvudstadens elit. Deras historia berättar inte bara om vilka utmaningar de stod inför, utan också om hur de beredde väg för papperstapetens genombrott i Sverige.  Författaren och historikern Mia Skott levandegör kvinnor ur historiens djup och fördjupar bilden av deras förmåga att själva forma sina liv i gångna tider.

*PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY NOW, COMING SEPTEMBER 2026*Discover the magic, power and craft of one of the world's most significant art forms: the woodcut.For almost two thousand years, artists have transformed a piece of wood into meaning by cutting its surface, inking the block and transferring the image to paper, creating some of the most significant works in art history, like Hokusai’s The Great Wave and Dürer's Apocalypse.This is a book about why the woodcut matters and why its power to shock, thrill and inspire has never diminished. From third-century China to the present day, it explores how we have used the medium to visualise ideas, capture key moments in history and shape our societies, and tells the story of the art form itself in all its historical and intellectual significance.

Cast on with confidence and master even the trickiest of stitches with The Knitting Book. This bestselling guide features over 250 step-by-step techniques, showing you everything from simple knit and purl stitches and techniques for casting on and off, to colourwork, cables, brioche, and lace, as well as how to knit in the round, turn a sock heel, and block knitted fabrics for a flawless finish.Discover the right yarns and needles for any project, and test out your new-found skills with a library of over 120 stitch patterns. Complete with twenty projects including clothing and accessories, toys, and homeware, this is the ultimate guide for knitters of all abilities.

Discover everything you need to crochet with confidence with this definitive guide by your side. From granny squares and amigurumi to Tunisian and corner to corner crochet, this new edition of the bestselling guide features over 170 fully illustrated step-by-step techniques, along with a brand-new stitch directory of over 150 crochet stitches. Explore the essential yarns and hooks for any crochet creation, and test out your new-found skills with 25 projects that offer a range of skills and styles.Whether you are picking up a hook for the first time or looking to expand your stitch repertoire, this is the only guide you will ever need.

Traditional crafts have been an essential part of Indian history, culture and life. This handbook looks at craft as both a cultural artefact that reflects people’s worldviews, indigenous practices and traditions, as well as a source of income generation and development that is inclusive. India’s rapid development has meant a breakdown of traditional economies, and including craft production-to-consumption systems. Meanwhile, there is a call to action from different factions to protect, revive and reinvent craft, because the inherent sustainability of the systems that underpin it are essential for the sustainability of India and her people. Against this backdrop, this book examines the current landscape of craft in India—its production and marketing in different parts of India, the incorporation of innovation and technology, the push for sustainability and equitability in the handicraft ecosystem and promising government policies that have proved beneficial for craftspeople. It also discusses various challenges that artisans, micro-entrepreneurs, and marketers face working in the space. With contributions from leading experts in the field of design, activism, policy, education, cultural heritage and entrepreneurship, this volume provides a comprehensive and in-depth picture of the history, economics and future of craft and its relationship with sustainability.An authoritative resource on Indian craft, this handbook will be useful for scholars and researchers of sustainable development, development studies, architecture, design, heritage studies, cultural studies, political economy and public policy.

The old-time shepherd – lamb in one hand, crook in the other – is an emblem of sturdiness, dependability and independence. He was one of the most important men on the farm, responsible for the care and well-being of the flock, with which he might need to spend days and nights out in open pastures. How did he manage his charges and his own life? What skills and equipment did he use? How did sheep farming change in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and what effect did those changes have on the shepherd’s work? These are some of the questions considered by this fully illustrated exploration of shepherding life.

The heart of every working farm and ranch, the barn is an icon of rural America. This book chronicles – and celebrates – all the main types, and looks at how these treasures of early American architecture developed. It explains how a wealth of immigrant construction methods and range of environments and climates resulted in a fascinating variety of barn styles in the United States, from the earliest rare Dutch examples to simpler English types and others in more surprising shapes (round or even polygonal) crafted by the Shakers in the 1800s.It highlights the most notable, famous and historic barns that the reader can visit, and features the efforts of conservation groups to preserve America's barns and find innovative ways to repurpose these glorious old structures as homes and studios – and as living monuments of rural heritage.

Adding Spice to Your Woodturning: 20 Salt, Pepper and Spice Shaker Projects for Woodturners by by British woodturner Chris West is an authoritative and practical guide from one of Europe’s leading specialists in turned tableware design. West’s reputation for clarity and precision shines in this comprehensive project book, which presents twenty original designs ranging from classic to contemporary forms.Each project includes complete working drawings, precise dimensions in both metric and imperial units, and clear photographic sequences. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through material selection, safe lathe operation, shaping techniques, and finishing. Projects are clearly labeled for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, allowing turners to build their confidence and skills progressively.Reviewers praise West’s accessible teaching style, attention to safety, and the practicality of his designs—ideal for gifts, personal collections, or small-scale production. The book also includes sections on wood selection, finishes, health and safety, and practical advice for customizing shaker mechanisms and closures.Designed specifically for use in the workshop, this spiral-bound hardcover lays flat on the bench, printed on heavy-duty art paper for durability. With contributions recognized by turning guilds and woodworking associations across Europe and North America, West’s book has become a valued addition to the modern woodturner’s library.Both an instructional manual and a source of inspiration, Adding Spice to Your Woodturning helps turners at every level produce elegant, functional, and marketable pieces that highlight the beauty of wood and the creativity of the maker.

Secrets of the Forge: Beginning and Intermediate Projects for Blacksmiths brings together the knowledge of twenty-four Italian master blacksmiths to guide readers through the essential techniques and artistry of hand forging.This 224-page, large-format hardcover (9½ × 11¼ inches) contains 48 complete projects ranging from foundational exercises to advanced sculptural and technical work. Each project is shown in clear, close-up step-by-step color photographs—more than 800 in total—making the learning process intuitive and visually engaging.The book begins with simple exercises such as twisting bars, drawing out points, and shaping spearheads, then progresses to elegant scrollwork, floral and animal forms, and intricate sculptures including a duck in flight, a snail, a dragon, and a nude figure. It concludes with two master-level projects: forging a Damascus steel blade and constructing a functional hand-forged lock.As readers move through the projects, they develop precision, control, and artistry—the foundations of true craftsmanship. The progression mirrors a traditional apprenticeship, where mastery is achieved through repetition and refinement of skills.Reviewers have praised Secrets of the Forge for its clarity and visual richness. The Midwest Book Review called it “exceptionally well organized and presented,” while The Hammer’s Blow described it as “a comprehensive study of projects to inspire the seasoned beginner.”Written under the direction of Antonello Rizzo, author of The Blacksmith’s Project Book: Intermediate & Advanced Projects from European Masters, this edition serves both as a practical workshop guide and as a gallery of contemporary European ironwork.Printed on high-quality paper and bound for durability, Secrets of the Forge is an indispensable reference for blacksmiths, bladesmiths, metal artists, and educators—combining tradition, artistry, and hands-on instruction in one beautiful volume.

The Blacksmith’s Project Book: Intermediate and Advanced Projects from European Masters continues where Secrets of the Forge left off, taking readers deeper into the creative and technical possibilities of the forge. This substantial hardcover volume (248 pages, over 900 color photographs) gathers 20 projects from leading European blacksmiths, each demonstrating advanced processes and artistic approaches through precise, photo-documented steps.Projects include metallic fusion, damascening, chromatic finishing, mokume, patination, sculpture forging, and other high-level methods that challenge and inspire skilled artisans. Each chapter shows the evolution of a work from raw stock to finished form, with attention to tools, materials, design intent, and craftsmanship.The final chapter, a thoughtful essay on the restoration of historic wrought iron, addresses the philosophy and ethics of conserving traditional metalwork, reinforcing the book’s dual focus on mastery and respect for heritage.Praised across Europe and North America as “an exceptional publication” and “a serious treatment of advanced blacksmithing,” The Blacksmith’s Project Book serves as both technical guide and artistic inspiration—a must-have reference for professional smiths, craft educators, and all who are passionate about metal as a medium of expression.

Master the craft of blacksmithing from foundational techniques to modern artistry with this two-book set. Together, Secrets of the Forge and The Blacksmith’s Project Book offer today’s blacksmiths a remarkable range of projects, blending tradition with innovation. Featuring hundreds of step-by-step color photographs, clear explanations, and inspiring designs, these highly regarded books provide a comprehensive learning journey for both beginning and advanced metalworkers. Secrets of the Forge – This classic reference contains 48 projects for beginning and intermediate blacksmiths. It starts with fundamental exercises—twisting bars, forging spearheads, shaping scrolls—and progresses to more complex and artistic creations such as a duck in flight, flowers, a dragon, a nude figure, and more. Every project includes precise instructions, dimensions, and color photos to guide you through the forging process from start to finish. The Blacksmith's Project Book – This companion volume takes your skills to the next level, presenting 20 advanced projects from accomplished European smiths. With more than 900 step-by-step color photographs, the book features artistic and functional works ranging from sculptures and Venetian door knockers to practical tools and architectural details. Each project specifies stock sizes (in imperial units) and the tools used, making it easy to follow or adapt with your own creative touch.

Locks and Keys Throughout the Ages by Vincent J.M. Eras remains the most authoritative and engaging history of locks ever published. Originally issued in 1957 by the director of the Lips Safe and Lock Manufacturing Company—one of Europe’s foremost lock producers—this landmark volume traces the evolution of locking mechanisms from ancient wooden devices to the complex time locks of the modern industrial era.Across 184 pages and 284 black-and-white photographs and technical drawings, Eras presents a sweeping visual and textual survey based largely on the renowned Lips Collection and supplemented by rare examples from private and museum holdings across Europe. Each chapter blends historical narrative with precise mechanical explanation, revealing how artistry, metallurgy, and security advanced together through successive periods—from Roman ingenuity and medieval craftsmanship to Renaissance ornamentation and nineteenth-century industrial precision.A master locksmith with more than fifty-eight years of professional experience, Eras combines scholarly depth with a craftsman’s insight. His writing captures both the functional evolution and the aesthetic refinement of locks and keys as expressions of human ingenuity.This high-quality hardcover reprint—produced by special arrangement with ASSA ABLOY—features completely reset typography and digitally corrected images, resulting in sharper photographs and enhanced legibility while faithfully preserving the integrity of the original edition.Widely praised by professionals and collectors alike, Locks and Keys Throughout the Ages has been described as “a quality book in every way; an impressive work” —Journal of Lock Collecting. It is an indispensable reference for antique-lock collectors, architectural historians, locksmiths, blacksmiths, machinists, and anyone fascinated by the mechanical artistry of security through the centuries.

Basic Wax Modeling: An Adventure in Creativity by Hiroshi Tsuyuki is an essential foundation text in the art of jewelry wax modeling and lost-wax casting. Revered by jewelry educators worldwide and used as a core textbook at the Jewelry Studies Institute in Tokyo, the book offers a structured and highly visual introduction to one of jewelry design’s most enduring techniques.Across eleven step-by-step projects, Tsuyuki demonstrates how to use the various wax types, tools, and modeling approaches essential to creating professional-quality rings, pendants, and brooches. Each project is accompanied by precise explanations, detailed process photos, and clear supplementary drawings that guide learners from beginner to intermediate skill level. The author’s approach ensures that by completing each exercise, readers will understand both the artistic and technical aspects of jewelry design.The book also includes a comprehensive appendix with five useful reference charts: ring sizes, plate and wire gauge comparisons, weight conversions, millimetre–inch conversion, and diamond carat-to-diameter relationships—resources highly valued by professional jewellers and students alike.Originally published in 1985 and now available in a revised hardcover edition (112 pages, 283 black-and-white illustrations), Basic Wax Modeling remains the definitive introduction to jewelry wax modeling. The text was written in collaboration with The Japan Jewelry Craft School, ensuring linguistic clarity and technical precision for international readers.Praised by professionals and instructors for its clarity and practicality, this book continues to be an indispensable resource for jewellery design programmes, studios, and individual artisans seeking mastery of wax modeling and casting techniques.

The essential follow-up to Basic Wax Modeling, Practical Wax Modeling: Advanced Techniques for Wax Modelers takes jewelry makers deeper into the professional techniques of lost wax design and casting.Through 385 clear step-by-step photographs and diagrams, this 160-page hardcover book demonstrates advanced wax modeling methods for creating rings, brooches, pendants, and more. Organized for practical bench use, it offers guidance on both hard and soft waxes, texturing, gemstone setting in wax, and the Japanese Mitsuro hikime process—a rare technique for achieving beautifully striated surfaces. Readers also learn professional approaches to mold making, casting, and post-cast finishing.Some key features include:Detailed projects demonstrating advanced carving and construction in hard and soft wax.Instructions for making and using Mitsuro, a traditional Japanese modeling wax.Professional texture and surface techniques for unique design finishes.Clear methodology for preparing, casting, and finishing jewelry forms.As noted by metalsmith and educator Charles Lewton-Brain, the text is “clear and well organized, with large, excellent photographs illustrating each stage.” The book is structured as an applied progression from Basic Wax Modeling, but it also stands alone as a comprehensive reference for advanced wax modelers.Rich with visual instruction and professional insight, Practical Wax Modeling is invaluable for jewelers, sculptors, teachers, and students of metal arts who seek precision and creative control in their casting process.Beautifully printed in hardcover (160 pages, 24 × 17 cm), this book remains one of the most respected technical manuals in the jewelry field, bridging the gap between craft practice and fine art metalwork.

Antique Locks and Keys: Their History, Uses and Mechanisms by Ulf Weissenberger is a landmark reference that combines art history, mechanical design, and craftsmanship in a single extraordinary volume. Awarded the 2024 Gold Medal in Hobbies & Crafts by the Independent Book Publishers Association, this 290-page hardcover is richly illustrated with over 1,000 high-resolution color photographs of European locks and keys spanning from ancient Rome to the Industrial Revolution.Each piece is presented with dates, dimensions, and provenance, enabling readers to appreciate not only the evolution of mechanical function but also the artistic and cultural influences that shaped their design across centuries. Weissenberger’s accompanying commentary provides rare insights into the mechanisms, materials, and decorative styles that define each historical period.The book also addresses restoration principles, offering readers a thoughtful discussion of how antique locks can be conserved without compromising authenticity. This makes it invaluable not only for collectors and historians but also for blacksmiths, locksmiths, and metalworkers seeking to understand or recreate traditional mechanisms.Beautifully printed in a large 31 × 23.5 cm format, Antique Locks and Keys is as visually captivating as it is authoritative. It has quickly become the definitive international reference for anyone fascinated by the intersection of design, craftsmanship, and engineering.Whether for display in a collector’s library, study by restoration professionals, or inspiration for artisans and lock enthusiasts, this remarkable work stands as a tribute to one of humanity’s most enduring inventions.

The creative economy is one of the world’s most dynamic sectors. Drawing upon the author’s work on empowerment and sustainability, this book focuses on India's indigenous, rural, traditional handicraft-based creative and cultural industries (CCIs) and the role they can play in the country’s creative economy.The book combines a comprehensive assessment of the region's deeply rooted cultural and creative resources with practical cases of self-sufficient creative skills and knowledge-based entrepreneurship across the Indian handicrafts sector. The author illuminates how sustainability, resilience, and collective well-being, along with unique regional characteristics, are converging towards generating an independent creative and cultural economy that does not depend on global brands and businesses alone. The disconnect between associated policies, practice, and academic work is addressed by contextualizing the case studies in terms of modern economic theory and practice, relevant administrative policies of South Asia, and recognition of the role of culture in achieving the sustainable development goals.This concise yet comprehensive book provides an insightful and holistic understanding of India’s handicrafts economy which will be valuable reading for researchers and reflective practitioners.