101 Things to Do in a Shed

by RobertBeattie (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2006

  $3.25

  Not so long ago, that old shed behind the house was where our fathers and grandfathers found things to do. Whether they were busy building a birdhouse or staining a door, they puttered for hours to the background sounds of baseball on the transistor. The numbing allure of Game Boys and cable television has changed all that, but 101 Things to Do in a Shed is Robert Beattie's irresistible enticement to get fathers and sons off the couch to bond once again with hammer and nails in that largely forgotten backyard sanctuary. Nostalgically designed with a newsprint interior, this richly illustrated how-to book allows novices and veterans alike to construct everything from a kite to a kaleidoscope, a worm hotel to a woodturning lathe. Through clear illustrations and detailed instructions, the book describes how to build each project, also providing information on hand tool techniques and a glossary of technical terms. Chock-full of fun ideas for father-and-son activities, 101 Things to Do in a Shed may appeal to Dad so much he wants to keep it to himself!

• Used

  Hardcover
  2005

  $3.25

  This funny and charming book opens the door to the many possibilities of the garden shed - just about the last male bastion left in the modern household. It is packed with 101 tasks, tools, simple projects, science experiments and ideas of all sorts for having hours of uninterrupted fun. Whether you want to rediscover the lost art of 'make do and mend', create some useful knick-knacks, explore model-making opportunities from little yachts made from matchsticks, wooden toy tractors or exquisite toothbrush stands, dabble with some simple experiments with optical illusions, static electricity, vibrating glasses or just enjoy a spot of peace and quiet with the radio and a glass of beer, this book is a treasure trove of great ideas. Beautifully illustrated with good old fashioned line drawings and brimming with bright ideas to keep men entertained for hours, it is set to become a cult classic. Welcome to the sanctuary of the shed!

• New

  Hardcover
  2005

  $16.91

  This funny and charming book opens the door to the many possibilities of the garden shed - just about the last male bastion left in the modern household. It is packed with 101 tasks, tools, simple projects, science experiments and ideas of all sorts for having hours of uninterrupted fun. Whether you want to rediscover the lost art of 'make do and mend', create some useful knick-knacks, explore model-making opportunities from little yachts made from matchsticks, wooden toy tractors or exquisite toothbrush stands, dabble with some simple experiments with optical illusions, static electricity, vibrating glasses or just enjoy a spot of peace and quiet with the radio and a glass of beer, this book is a treasure trove of great ideas. Beautifully illustrated with good old fashioned line drawings and brimming with bright ideas to keep men entertained for hours, it is set to become a cult classic. Welcome to the sanctuary of the shed!