Dan Dustin Hand Spoonmaker "The potter asked me of one of my spoons, "Where did you get this?" I answered, "Out of a tree." He said, "No, I mean the design. Where did you get that?" "Well," I said, "Out of the tree, you see, I am not responsible."      The first hand carved wooden spoon I bought was from Dan Dustin in the early 1970s when my wife, Nora, and I first started attending the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen's annual fair at about the same time Dan began exhibiting there. We developed a strong friendship that we have maintained over the years. At this year's Fair, I purchased a copy of his new book Dan Dustin Hand Spoonmaker. This 28 page 8.5" x 8.5" booklet is a fine record of Dan's work, his philosophy, and some of his techniques. The numerous color photographs, taken by Clive Russ a professional photographer, depict over 75 of his spoons, bowls, and other pieces. A number of the photographs, for example, depict the tools that he uses to create his masterpieces. A brief statement by Dan, written in his usual witty and revealing style, accompanies each photograph. A one-page Glossary and a one-page Introduction add to the charm of this booklet. There is also a separate price list that indicates the availability and the cost of the pieces pictured in the booklet. It should, in my opinion as an avid spoon collector, be of interest to collectors and spoon makers alike.    At the Fair, Dan persuaded me to act on his behalf in the marketing and distribution of his publication. I readily agreed to do so. The cost of the booklet and the price list, including shipping and handling, is $21 within the United States and $23 to other countries. Payment should be made to me either by check or through my PayPal account (normanstevens@mac.com). Each copy will be signed by Dan, and, if you wish, can be inscribed to you. I would, of course, be happy to answer any questions, or provide any additional information. Dan is looking primarily to recover his publication costs and has graciously agreed to share part of the modest profits from the sales that I may generate with me to support my Gathering of Spoons Project.    Dan also has available a 50 minute dvd, From Tree to Beam, that depicts the process, with his own narrative, that he uses to create hand-hewn beams. That dvd ordinarily sells for $30. If you should wish to purchase both the booklet and the dvd, we can make them both available for $36 (within the US) or $37 (to other countries) including shipping and handling.   Norman D. Stevens 143 Hanks Hill Road Storrs, CT 06268 860-429-7051 normanstevens@mac.com Norman Stevens 143 Hanks Hill Road Storrs, CT 06268 860-429-7051 normanstevens@mac.com