Wood and Bristle: Woodwork and Brushmaking Projects for Everyday Living

Brushmaking tutorials, an ancient wood-scorching technique, and a series of small, approachable turning projects made with hardwood scraps--find these and more in woodworker and instructor Sophia Elouise's guide to traditional crafts made new. The book includes - guides to using foundational woodworking tools such as the pull saw, hand plane, and lathe (with overviews on foot-powered and modern lathes);
- techniques such as brush binding and sho sugi ban (yakisugi), or wood scorching (a finishing technique that doubles as an impactful coloring method);
- eight illustrated step-by-step projects for coasters, candleholder, bowl, bud vases, chopping board, wooden utensils, hand broom, and handled brush; and
- discussions on design methods, sustainability, natural materials, and troubleshooting, plus a handy glossary. Beginner-to-intermediate woodworkers, brushmakers, and anyone looking to create a more sustainable, thoughtfully curated home will find this book a valuable resource to build their skills while creating something practical and beautiful.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 07/28/2026
ISBN: 9780764371349
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.10lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.69d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 05/18/2026