Crafting a Life: 5 Lessons from a Master Woodworker

Callum Robinson shares 5 key insights from Ingrained: The Making of a Craftsman.

What can a slab of timber teach us about life? According to Callum Robinson, quite a lot. As a designer and woodworker, Callum spends his days transforming raw materials into timeless pieces, blending creativity, engineering, and artistry. But his craft is more than just making beautiful furniture—it’s a testament to the value of working with your hands in a fast-paced, disposable world. In his new book, Ingrained: The Making of a Craftsman, Callum reflects on the lessons wood has taught him about connection, sustainability, and the hidden value of handmade objects. Scroll down to hear Callum share key insights from his book and discover how making things can change your life.

The 5 Key Insights:

1. Wood is a connection to time and place.

2. There’s more to chairs than meets the eye.

3. There has never been a better time to explore the world of design.

4. The true value of handmade is mostly hidden.

5. Making things can change your life.

Hear Callum explain the life-changing magic of making things: