One block of wood : 15 projects to make / Nina Tolstrup ; photography by Kristin Perers.

Introduction -- The beauty of wood -- Bird feeder -- 'Nose' hooks -- Pallet stool -- Blackboard robot -- Doorstop block -- Robot bookends -- Elegant trestle -- Plant holder -- Herb carrier -- Kitchen roll holder -- Ruler display -- Trundle scooter -- Jewellery tree -- Wonder frames -- Twig alphabet -- Tools and equipment -- Techniques -- Resources -- Acknowledgements.

Whether you're new to woodwork, an old hat with a bit of wood you'd like to use up or just curious to discover what you can create, this book is for you. Nina Tolstrup has devised 15 simple, beautifully made projects from one block of wood. There's no need to worry about buying new materials - this eco-friendly selection will ensure that you'll have all the help you need to use up those leftovers. Nina demonstrates the versatility of this easy-to-work with material. The ideas range from a stylish Garden Bird Feeder to a sturdy Doorstop and Herb Box. It's as easy as it sounds (15,000 words). Other titles in the series include One Ball of Wool , One Piece of Fabric and One Piece of Paper .