The Task at Hand :

Making the most wonderfully creative things.

What am I using it for?

Part of the respected Do Books series, this paperback explores the transformative power of hands-on creation through the lens of Cornish surfboard craftsman James Otter. The guide unpacks three core dimensions of making: establishing your creative foundation, navigating the iterative process with authenticity, and cultivating mastery through deliberate practice. Rich photography complements Otter's insights, encouraging readers to embrace the meditative rhythm of craft and release perfectionist constraints. Whether you're drawn to woodworking, design, textiles, or any maker discipline, this volume offers practical wisdom for rekindling creative confidence. Published on premium FSC-certified Munken paper, Do Make exemplifies the series' commitment to substantive design and environmental responsibility.

How big is it?

17.8 cm x 12 cm

What else goes well with this?

To make things you need supply's. Find our art section here. 

Anything else I should know?

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