The Repair Shop: Crafts in the Barn by Jayne Dowle & Elizabeth Wilhide - Non Fiction - Hardback

Details. Condition: New. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9781914239656. Publisher: Kyle Books (Octopus Publishing Group). Age Range: Adult / General Readership. Overview. The Repair Shop: Crafts in the Barn is the second specially photographed companion book from the BAFTA-winning BBC series, watched by over seven million viewers in the UK. This beautifully produced hardback invites readers into the workshop itself, where the show's beloved craftspeople reveal the skills, tools and personal stories behind their restorations. Featuring brand new tales of never-seen-before objects, it is a heartfelt celebration of heritage crafts, family history and the simple joy of mending rather than replacing treasured possessions.. About the Book. Written by Jayne Dowle with Elizabeth Wilhide, and featuring a foreword by presenter Jay Blades, Crafts in the Barn takes readers deeper into the specialisms practised by the Repair Shop's expert craftspeople. Each chapter is devoted to a different heritage craft — from woodwork, metalwork and leatherwork to art and ceramic restoration — with the artisans explaining how they learned their trade and the techniques they use to bring damaged, neglected items back to life. Alongside the practical detail sits the emotional heart of the series: the stories of owners who bring in treasured possessions, from a battered Ukrainian suitcase to a delicate matchstick clock, and the family memories bound up in each object. Stunning specially commissioned photography captures the workshop itself and the before-and-after transformations that have made the show a firm favourite in the vein of Antiques Roadshow. As an antidote to today's throwaway culture, the book champions patience and craftsmanship, making it as inspiring for hands-on makers as it is comforting for fans who love the programme's warmth.. Official BBC tie-in: The second specially photographed book from the BAFTA Award-winning series.. Expert craft insight: Woodwork, metalwork, leatherwork, art