Vintage “Book of Wood” Hardcover Craft & Woodworking Guide DIY

There’s something deeply satisfying about learning how to make things with your own hands.

This vintage hardcover edition of “Book of Wood” published by Marshall Cavendish Books is a beautifully detailed woodworking and craft guide filled with practical knowledge, creative inspiration, and timeless craftsmanship techniques.

Covering woods, finishes, woodworking tools, practical household projects, and decorative craft ideas, this book is ideal for beginners, hobbyists, DIY enthusiasts, restorers, makers, and anyone interested in traditional woodworking skills.

From shelving and storage boxes to candle holders, sewing cupboards, lampshades, marquetry inspiration, and decorative wood projects, the book blends practical instruction with the kind of old-world craftsmanship knowledge that’s increasingly difficult to find today.

Features:Hardcover editionDetailed woodworking and finishing guidancePractical DIY household projectsTraditional craftsmanship inspirationVintage illustrations and instructional contentGreat reference for beginners or hobbyists

Perfect for:

DIY enthusiastsWoodworkers & makersShed or workshop librariesVintage book collectorsCreative hobbyistsPractical home improvement inspiration

Condition is clean and well kept from a pet-free and smoke-free home, helping buyers feel comfortable purchasing a quality vintage reference book ready to enjoy immediately.

Books like this offer more than information — they encourage creativity, practical skills, slower hands-on hobbies, and the satisfaction of building or restoring things yourself. It’s an affordable lifestyle upgrade for anyone wanting to reconnect with traditional craftsmanship and creative living.

At this price point, it’s an easy addition to any workshop, studio, creative space, or bookshelf.

Buyer-friendly extras:Pickup available before 8pm tonightEasy ground-floor pickup near Melbourne CBDDelivery available nearby for a small feeCash or Credit Card acceptedPickup this weekend welcome

Vintage practical craft books in good condition tend to sell quickly — especially detailed hardcover editions like this.

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