Making Mechanical Toys
Rodney Peppé, "Making Mechanical Toys"
English | ISBN: 1861267231 | 2005 | 176 pages | PDF | 24 MB
English | ISBN: 1861267231 | 2005 | 176 pages | PDF | 24 MB
Mechanical toys transcend categories of age with their universal appeal. Whether the mechanism is hidden or revealed, simple or complex, the cycle of movement allows you to simply turn a handle and see the magic work. Making Mechanical Toys explains how to make these wonderful and fascinating toys through a variety of bright and exciting projects. 17 original "gallery" mechanical toys have been designed and made especially for this book, which includes step-by-step instructions with over a 140 color photographs and plans for making the toys. Advice on tools and materials, priming and painting, and tricks of the trade draw upon the author’s wide experience.