Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 77 Fall/Holiday 2016

FEATURESA Wood Carving FantasyBy Bob DuncanFloyd Rhadigan is known for his quick knife, appealing fantasy characters, and tireless teaching schedule.Carving Between the CoversBy Kathleen RyanItalian sculptor Nino Orlando reveals the hidden magic in carved booksCarving a Place in HistoryWoodworker Barrie Casement is helping to restore St. Patrick''s CathedralWinning WondersMeet the winners of the final 2016 People''s Choice ContestPROJECTSBringing Home the TreeBy Russell ScottModel T delivers memories of Christmas pastOak Leaf TrayBy John ShortellThis heirloom tray is as useful as it is beautifulBlock NativityBy Andrew DePaceStylized design makes a beautiful and durable decorationBright Bulb SantaBy David SharpCombine two Christmas classics with this clever ornamentTECHNIQUESCarving a Nativity SceneBy Carolea HowerAdaptable design can be displayed on your tree or mantelSimple SantaBy Dave StetsonChange a few details to customize this easy carvingSanta VariationsBy Susan L. HendrixCustomize your carving by sketching new accessoriesPATTERNSFather ChristmasBy Susan L. HendrixThis slightly stylized Santa will complement any holiday décorCasual ClausBy Floyd RhadiganLaid-back Santa isn''t checking the Naughty List this yearFrosty OrnamentBy Jim WillisThis jolly snowman won''t melt after the holidaysPeekaboo Santa OrnamentsBy Carolea HowerDon''t like to carve eyes? This fast, fun Santa lets you skip ''emHolly Napkin HolderBy Marty LeenhoutsChip carve this simple design to dress up your holiday tableCardinal OrnamentBy Jim WillisThis winter bird will add a splash of color to your treeNorth Pole SnowmanBy Steve RussellSimple relief ornament can be carved and painted quicklyPeace Out SantaBy Rick StoddardGive Santa a retro look with this fun carvingQuick ReindeerBy Barbara MillikanCarve this ornament in a couple of hours and then let the kids add the colorHark! The Herald Angels SingBy Dennis and Susan ThorntonA choir of music legends rocks the halls of heavenCarving a Caricature SoldierBy Floyd RhadiganNew book is a heartfelt thanks to veteransTraditional SantaBy Thomas WestmorelandAdd or ignore details to tailor this pattern to your carving skills