Dive into the traditional craft of coracle making with Sean Hellman's informative 22-page book. Packed with full-colour photographs, this guide details every step in creating your first coracle, making it an essential resource on anyone interested in coracles. 

Key Features:

• Step-by-step instructions, each accompanied by a clear photograph and explanatory text.
• Coverage on making a coracle from ash laths, including a special chapter on traditional crafting with hazel or willow rods.
• Insights into the unique aspects of coracle construction, weight, and paddling techniques.

Learn about the coracle's traditional materials – from willow, ash, or hazel to modern alternatives like ash lath and calico waterproofed with bitumen paint. Understand their lightweight design, typically weighing between 25 and 40 pounds, and the unique shoulder strap carrying method.

Discover the art of paddling a coracle, a skill that involves a figure-eight motion with a single paddle, essential for both net fishing and navigating shallow rivers.

Explore the coracle's historical significance in transportation and fishing across various rivers in Wales, each with its distinct coracle design. Plus, uncover the global presence of this versatile craft, from Britain and Ireland to France, India, Vietnam, Iraq, and beyond.

This guide is not just a manual; it's a journey into the world of coracles, offering a glimpse into different cultures and their adaptations of this ancient boat.

• Dimensions: 240 × 180 × 7 mm
• 22 pages

About Sean Hellman:

Sean is a designer and maker who has worked as a professional green woodworker for over 25 years. He also teaches apprentice and students, and demonstrates his work at talks and shows in the UK and abroad.