Making a Cper Weathervane (Paperback)

Using over 290 crisp color images, 25 detailed line drawings, and concise text, Bruce Helmreich guides readers through the steps necessary to build a hand-hammered copper weathervane. This step-by-step guide transforms a sheet of copper into a fully functioning weathervane.Folk art subjects used in American weathervanes are shown, including domesticated and wild animals, birds, occupations, patriotic themes, and transportation. Create your own design or use the complete set of plans included to produce a traditional rooster weathervane. Using basic tools (tin snips and hammers), ageless techniques, and sheet copper available at your local sheet metal shop, this book will teach you how to make a weathervane that will serve your roof for years. Whether you are an experienced metal worker, or a woodworker who is looking for a challenge, this is the book for you.

General

Imprint:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2009
First published:	February 2009
Authors:	Bruce Helmreich
Dimensions:	279 x 216 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	160
ISBN-13:	978-0-7643-3207-4
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Handicrafts > General Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Decorative arts & crafts > General
LSN:	0-7643-3207-4
Barcode:	9780764332074

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