This is a fantastic book with detailed instructions on how to make a huge variety of kinds of wands. There are many illustrations of all of the steps and they are made with all different tools and woods with all different methods, so if one kind of woodworking doesn't work for you there are still plenty of other projects.

The intro has all kinds of Harry Potter stuff and I felt that it would be better just skipping all of that. So many people will want wands for reasons besides that, and HP is just sort of problematic and passe to the generations younger than middle age since JPR keeps going out of her way to spread transphobic hate these days. I think most of the younger folks who will want to make wands like these will want to for much more diverse reasons than being caught up in Harry Potter stuff. And honestly, these are gorgeous enough that I can't see anyone not wanting one. Some even have hidden compartments, jewel inlays, you name it. I also love the fact that some are hand carved and easy to replicate, so there really is something for everyone.

Highly recommended.

I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.

This books is awesome! Not only does it give you clear and concise tutorials, with pictures, to make your own wants, it provides great detail on the magical properties of different woods. I was thinking more along the lines of Harry Potter wands, but then I was pleasantly surprised and learned far more than I expected. An awesome book for any wood working, magical, and even Harry Potter loving friends!

The Compendium of wooden wand making techniques is a wonderful book filled with easy to follow tutorials and different wood working techniques. I was impressed with the section on the magical properties of woods and the artistic process shown in the book. This book would be a great guide for any serious magical practitioner or wand maker who is looking to further their practice. I enjoyed this book and I’m sure you will too.