The town has become famous for its colorful animal figures, known as alebrijes. The creatures are expertly sculpted in copal, a wood said to hold magical properties. Next, they’re air-dried for ...

An experimental satellite made of wood has been deployed from the International Space Station (ISS) to test how the renewable, sustainable material withstands the harsh orbital environment.

Not only are they durable and easy to clean, they come in plenty of varieties to suit both contemporary and classic style rooms. In our expert guide, we explain the pros and cons of different types of ...

“Who is this?” asked John Wooden, pointing to where she was standing behind several other visiting coaches. “I’m Co-o-o-ri,” responded Cori Close, drawing out the simple introduction to ...

This widespread use of wood set into motion a self-reinforcing cycle: craftsmen specialised in wooden construction, industries geared up to supply wooden materials, and building codes were ...

Michigan woodworker Matt Thompson of Thompson Woodworks, who is known for his wonderfully creative builds, constructed a wonderful outdoor model train that runs along his backyard fence. As soon ...

3 to get crafty during workshop hosted by the city of Menlo Park. They molded their own fantastical creatures based on alebrijes, brightly-colored Mexican folk art sculptures often made from wood or ...

There is no sight more gratifying to me than the open road, for the open road allows the body to wander and the mind to […] ...

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