Publisher's Synopsis
Written by Alan and Gill Bridgewater - internationally acclaimed authors of such works as "The Wonderful World of Whirligigs and Wind Machines" and "The Beastly Book of Dinosaur Action Toys" - this is a guide to making wooden toys fashioned after everybody's favourite stuffed animal, providing a collection of projects with more than a dozen creative and decorative crafts designed especially for this book.;Perfect to give as gifts or sell at craft shows, these step-by-step projects can be completed by woodworkers at all skill levels, using a variety of hand and power tools. Among the charming items readers can build are a teddy bear jumping jack toy, tumbling toy, teddy bank, whirligig, rocking chair, rattle, clock, and brush holder. Other unique projects include a "three bears" jigsaw puzzle, a teddy bear fandango, and a teddy bear pull-along automobile.;For each project, the Bridgewaters provide a lively introduction, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, gridded and scaled drawings, a drawing of the finished project, and problem-solving tips to make the projects easy even for beginning woodworkers. The book also includes an illustrated tools, techniques, and materials glossary.;Filled with great toy ideas that will delight the young and the young-at-heart alike, "Teddy Bear Treasures" is an excellent choice for woodworkers who want to hone their crafting skills and broaden their creative horizons.
