Making And using the Bow Drill

Full tutorial showing how to make all the different parts of the kit and then how to use them to make fire. Includes useful list of suitable wood types plus some of my tricks to make life easier.

My 2nd Canadian Skin On Frame Canoe

A photo guide taking you through the steps to making my second canoe which has to be my biggest project yet! This canoe is made from a mixture of both materials from the woods and wood cut by the DIY Shop.

The basics of making a coil basket from start to finish.

A photo guide showing how i built my first canoe using materials from the woods and a simple canvas covering.

This inspirational tutorial guides you through every stage of making a simple wicker basket. This is likely the most comprehensive introduction to basketry on the internet!

Crafting a Fish/ Eel trap

Step by step guide to making and using your very own fish trap using primitive materials and methods.

Carving a Dish

A dish carved from half of a log. It was carved in a similar way to the Kuksa.

Crafting a Classic Kuksa Cup

Tutorial which takes you through carving a Kuksa from start to finish.

There are many different ways you can make a berry picker but this is just a design i came up with which uses a packet of kebab skewers and some discs of wood.

Tutorial for making a case for your crook knife

I'm sure many of you Bushcrafters have a Crook Knife for carving out spoons and bowls. When you purchase the knife they don't come with a sheath of any kind. The basic case i make in this tutorial is to protect the knife from damage but also to protect you from the blade when its not in use.

How to strip the bark from the wood and separate the fibres.

Cordage Making Video

A short video showing my preferred method when making cordage.

Here's the recipe i use for elderflower cordial. Its so simple to make and tastes extremely good. You must try it! The elderflowers start coming out in late May.

Start off with a log of wood and end up with a comb! Step by step tutorial.

From the bark right through to the tar and then glue.

A very easy and fun thing to make and all you need is a pocket knife.

How to make a woven Birch bark basket

Basic weaving technique good for beginners and you can also use dead bark.

Ideal project for children and people just starting to use a knife in bushcraft.

make a hook using only what nature provides... A thorn, strong natural fibres and a piece of wood

Beech bark container

I have never worked with Beech bark until now, and I'm sure most people haven't either.

Step by step guide... How to convert nettle plants into useful and very strong string

How to make a birch bark container

The completely natural way to make a container from all natural materials.

Step by step tutorial...

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Beginners Guide to
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Spoon Carving ebook

One of the most popular Bushcraft activities. Learn how to take a branch and transform it into beautiful spoons.

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How to Weave a Melon Basket ebook

learn how to weave one of these beautifully formed baskets from 100% natural materials. Full step by step inspirational tutorial.



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Hand Drill Fire Lighting ebook

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Making a Shave Horse
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Weaving Rectangular baskets

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