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This book features 24 whittling projects for the absolute beginner. Projects are quick to complete and can be made in a weekend. It comes with how-to photographs and step-by-step instructions from 12 leading woodcarvers. All you need to start whittling is a knife, a twig, and this book. 12 leading woodcarvers share their expertise in the Complete Starter Guide to Whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects that can be made in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns and helpful tips.

A must-have project guide for chip carvers of any skill level, Everyday Chip Carving Designs features a compilation of 45 original projects from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated. Useful as they are decorative, carve a collection of achievable chip carved designs for your home and everyday life! Each original project includes detailed step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, full-size chip carving patterns, complete supplies and tools lists, and expert tips.

No matter what kind of carver you are or what difficulty level you’ve reached, bird wood carving is for you! Featuring a compilation of 15 step-by-step projects from Woodcarving Illustrated, Complete Guide to Bird Carving includes easy-to-follow guidance, expert tips, and wood carving patterns for a variety of recognizable birds, including woodpeckers, chickadees, owls, blue herons, goldfinches, and more. From simple whittled songbirds and a comfort bird to realistic hummingbirds and a stylized wren, this must-have project guide features various techniques on how to carve wood birds – such as whittling, relief carving, and power carving – and is perfect for tailoring to your comfort and skill level, from beginner to advanced. Also included are helpful overviews on materials, tools, adding texture, painting, and finishing. Original projects and patterns contributed by well-known and talented carvers in the industry, including Chris Lubkemann, Greg Young, Randy Conner, Sandy Czajka, and others.

With a mix of illustrated step-by-step guides for beginners and more pared-down pattern profiles for advanced carvers, this compilation is perfect for carvers of all skill levels. The featured patterns and projects are from some of today’s leading carving experts, including Shawn Cipa, Floyd Rhadigan, Chris Pye, Don Dearolf, Rick Jensen, Robert Biermann, and Sandy Smith. With step-by-step instructions and colour photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry carving experience.

A must-have whittling guide for beginning carvers looking to learn how to whittle, as well as advanced carvers seeking to build their existing skills and try something new. Featuring 35 projects and high-quality, full-size whittling patterns, all you need is one knife, a few found items either from out in nature or around your home – from twigs and basswood blocks to soap, avocado pits and golf balls – and this exciting whittling project book. Try a classic ball-in-cage whimsey, learn how to turn a golf ball into a face, an avocado pit into an owl, or a twig into a mini sculpture. Projects are small and simple, so they’re easy to take with you and chip away at anywhere you go! This guide also includes helpful introductory sections on the fundamentals of woodcarving, including basic cuts, wood and grain, and safety. See how easy, fun, and creative whittling can be! Original patterns contributed by today’s leading carvers, such as Guinness World Record holder Chris Lubkemann, James Miller, Nikki Reese, Tom Hindes, Sara Barraclough, and other talented and award-winning artists.

This carving book contains over 30 of the best, most classic, and unique projects previously published in Woodcarving Illustrated magazine in the last decade, from whittled ornaments and caricature decorations to chip carved and relief gifts and keepsakes. With a mix of illustrated step-by-step guides for beginners and more challenging patterns for advanced carvers, this compilation is perfect for anyone of all skill levels. From reindeer, snowmen, elves, and penguins to an entire Santa section and so much more, this volume has everything you need to make nonstop woodchips for the most wonderful time of the year.

Celebrate the season with Santa! Whether you're a beginner or you've been carving for years, this book will have you celebrating the holiday season with your very own handcrafted Father Christmas. Featuring 34 festive projects and full-size carving patterns of St. Nick, this exciting edition includes 10 brand new step-by-step projects, a slew of new techniques and tips, and more to make this favorite Christmas book even better than before. A fun history of Santa Claus is also included, along with an inspiring gallery of carvings depicting his different images throughout the world.

Step into the ancient art of relief carving with a fantastic selection of the latest trends and projects, both classic and modern, this guide will teach you how to master relief wood carving with a minimal learning curve. Want to build your own fairy door, bulletin board, plaque, house sign, or clock? They're all here. Or indulge your creative side with Celtic knots, nature scenes, Santas, animals, or green men. Even better, it's appropriate for woodcarvers of any skill level. Hone your skills by practicing fundamental patterns. Or, if you're already a relief carving regular, go straight to the advanced projects and try your hand at creating impressive household fixtures. Featuring popular woodworking authors including Mary May, Bob Stadtlander, and Lisa Laughy, this is the ultimate woodworking guide for anyone seeking the very best in relief carving techniques.

You can whittle just about anything—the only limit is your imagination. It's so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book! We've assembled a team of 12 leading woodcarvers to bring you a complete starter guide to whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects for beginners that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips. Start off with fast and fun projects that build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques, like a simple flying propeller or a 5-minute owl. Then move on to create whittled wonders like a musical frog or a slingshot. We show you how to whittle complex designs in easy steps, so that you'll soon be carving attention-getting favorites like chain links or the classic ball-in-a-cage.

Learn to carve 7 simple comfort animals in one sitting! From hedgehogs and penguins to turtles and owls, this helpful booklet will show you how to carve stylized animals with very few tools, making these carving projects ideal for beginners who are new to the craft. With clear, step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and ready-to-use patterns, Carving Comfort Animals is the perfect place to start and practice woodcarving. Also included are sanding, painting, and finishing tips, complete materials and tools lists, and helpful tricks to accomplish each project.

Spring is almost here, and this new issue of Woodcarving Illustrated is perfect for breathing new life and brushing up on your carving (and painting) skills! Carve a hangry hawk in an afternoon, whittle reusable cocktail stirrers, use just two tools to carve an 8-step comfort turtle, and so much more! This 90th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 15 projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for any and all skill levels! From whittling a simple minnow fishing lure for beginners to a detailed multilayered woodland cottage for a challenge, there''s something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured are loads of painting tips and techniques, how to make an insect condo to protect backyard pollinators, access to special offers and online extras – like bonus patterns and action videos – and so much more!

Get inspired this summer! The 2020 summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated is filled with more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy. Including flat-plane alligators, whittled ladybugs, and comfort turtles for novice woodcarvers, others will enjoy rising to the challenge to carve a realistic yellow-rumped warbler, a female wood spirit, a chip carved bowl, and so much more. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips, also included is this issue are detailed product reviews, technique lessons, artist features, bonus projects and plans, online extras, and so much more!

Fall into a pile of inspiration with the 2020 fall issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a flat-plane bison, power carved lion bust, stylized sugar spoon, chip carved phone holder, light-up ghost, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips, also included in this exciting issue is an "5 Under 35" rising artists feature, advice on paintbrush care, tips on teaching, technique lessons, bonus projects and videos, and so much more!

Feel inspired with the magic of the holiday season with the 2020 winter issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a simple snowman, flat-plane reindeer, chip carved calendar, decorative ornaments, winter and Christmas caricatures, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, helpful tips, and full-size patterns, also included in this festive issue is an extensive reader gallery, inspiring artist features, insightful technique lessons, product reviews, and more!

In this issue: Powercarve a Bear Head Six pages are devoted to detailed instructions and techniques for power carving Lori Andrews' bear head.•Carving a Realistic Rabbit•Put to the Test: Walnut Hollow Creative •Craft an owl pendant in an afternoon•Chip-Carved Picture Frame•Power Carving a Bear Head•Adorn your favorite staff with•a Celtic-inspired braided handle

Carve woodland classics, stylized combs, Civil War busts, and more! This 87th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 11 exciting projects and ready-to-use patterns with step-by-step instructions and photography that are perfect for all skill levels! From a baby chickadee and summery coasters for beginners to an intricate green man spirit and humorous (and slightly snobby) gourmand caricature for advanced challenge-seekers, there''s something for every carver to enjoy. Also featured are artist spotlights to learn about the carvers behind some project designs. Read about the best new carving tools (including the revolutionary Pegas Scroll Band Saw), gain access to online extras – like bonus patterns and action videos – learn to carve classic moldings, and so much more!

Carve autumn-inspired earrings, a structural mobius strip, a loyal Golden Retriever walking stick topper, Halloween ornaments and caricatures, and more! This 88th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 9 unique projects, plus 12 additional Halloween-themed projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for all skill levels! From whittling a simple witch pin for beginners to a detailed Dracula, mummy, and a beaver named Bartholomew, there''s something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured is an incredible mission to recover centuries-old sunken wood that''s been repurposed into works of art – see the designs and how the historical wood responded! Read about the best new Dockyard miniature carving tools, gain access to special offers and online extras – like bonus patterns and action videos – practice hand exercises to increase your strength, and so much more!

'Tis the season for DIY gifts and decorations! Carve Norbert the Elf, nativity scene ornaments, a Santa in disguise as a firefighter, a walnut scoop, and more! This 89th issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazine includes 15 projects, all with ready-to-use patterns and step-by-step instructions that are perfect for any and all skill levels! From whittling a simple chimney Santa for beginners to a detailed rosette appliqué, there''s something for every carver to learn, practice, and enjoy. Also featured is the mission of WOO, a workshop founded by and created for female woodworkers and carvers in Baltimore, Maryland. Read about whether you should add a lathe to your workspace, gain access to special offers and online extras – like bonus patterns and action videos – and so much more!

The Winter 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This holiday-themed issue dishes up a whole sleighful of Santas to keep you busy making gifts, decorations, and ornaments during the months leading up to Christmas. Beginners will enjoy making Roger Beane''s ingeniously simple Pear-Shaped Santa, and classicists will love Dwayne Gosnell''s Jolly Old Soul, while those looking for something different will appreciate Dave Francis''s Peppermint-Stick St. Nick. We devote eight pages of detailed instructions (along with 34 photographs) to help you bring Wayne Shinlever''s Dancing Santa to life. There are ornaments in abundance, along with other memorable pieces like Peter Zanauskas''s delightful Ball-in-Cage Snowman and Chuck MacKnee''s striking Circle of Love Nativity. Topping it all off is an amazing photographic tour of Betty Padden''s Carved Christmas Spectacular, an entire elfin village doing double duty as a tree stand.

The Fall 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. Get carving now with these 18 fun and easy weekend projects from some of the very best carvers in the world! Fred and Elaine Stenman present a rustic fall landscape in low relief, and Deborah Pompano proves that autumn is the perfect season to burn with a vivid cardinal pyro project. Light up your house this Halloween with a friendly painted pumpkin spook from Betty Padden, while Janet Bolyard''s fun and functional Frankenstein relief carving will have trick-or-treaters in stitches. Learn carving techniques from the experts, as Lora S. Irish shows how to create an interesting stone effect, and Marty Leenhouts demonstrates his versatile chip-carved borders to embellish a variety of projects. Bob Duncan test drives the hardiest wood-removing tools on the market, and offers a handy review of power carving basics.

The Summer 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This issue includes quick-carve projects that are perfect for campouts and teaching kids. Celebrate the patriotic holidays by whittling eagle heads, or capture the sounds of summer with a wood spirit whistle. Try your hand at an action-packed baseball pitcher caricature, or chip-carve a peaceful summer scene. Harold Enlow shows how to carve a classic cowboy—from the iconic hat to the stubbly beard—in 20 easy steps. Karen Henderson reveals her simple trick that lets you handcarve colorful wood to make gorgeous spoons. Desiree Hajny teaches how to combine carving and woodburning techniques to create a fearsome tiger, and Deborah Pompano''s lighthouse pyro pattern is perfect for beginners. But whatever you carve, keep your tools sharp! You can have sharp tools in just 10 minutes by using Bob Duncan''s quick & easy method for hand-sharpening most knives, gouges & v-tools.

The Spring 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels. Bob Hershey shares his step-by-step instructions for creating realistic fur texture on a caricature bunny, while Dylan Goodson shows you how to carve an amazingly lifelike rendition of the human hand. Russell Scott''s charming "Holding Tightly" project makes an easy-carve gift for your Valentine sweetheart. Kathleen Ryan describes the fascinating 700-year history of hand carved cookie molds, setting the stage for Keoma McCaffrey''s delicious cookie mold carving project. With its simple body shape and feather structure, Randy Conner''s Carolina wren makes a perfect first power carving subject. And if you are just starting out in woodcarving, don''t miss Bob Duncan''s snap guide to all the tools you need to get started.

The 20th anniversary issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with carving patterns, how-to tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. We offer plenty of Christmas carving ideas for holiday gifts and decorations, from Larry Green''s delightful caricature tree ornaments to an exquisite relief-carved snowman from Lora S. Irish. Our jolly assortment of Santa projects includes Dylan Goodson''s realistic St. Nick, plus a new chance to carve our very first Santa from Woodcarving Illustrated issue #1. Carolea Hower creates smiling Santas from ordinary wooden spoons, and Randy True shows how to transform ordinary golf tees into tiny Santa ornaments! You''ll also find many great projects unrelated to Christmas that will make terrific gifts. "Game of Thrones" fans will enjoy Tamera Seevers'' dragon wand, Tom Dean shows you how to use power tools to carve heirloom-quality bracelets, and Karen Hundt-Brown uses a woodburner to turn gourds into functional lamps.

The world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. In this issue we feature a fine selection of relief carving projects, from Bob Stadtlander''s tranquil standing blue heron to Carolea Hower''s two-sided Thanksgiving/Christmas ornament. Dylan Goodson reveals his tricks for creating the illusion of distance in relief landscapes, while Betty Padden explains her simple techniques for high-relief carving. Other popular carving methods are well represented too, from carving-in-the-round to caricature and chip carving. Leah Goddard shows how to create a magnificent bighorn ram bust using only five tools. Mike Pounders''s trick-or-treat witch makes an amusing addition to your Halloween decorations, while Marty Leenhouts''s welcoming house sign, carved from high density urethane, will stand up under the toughest weather conditions.

The Summer 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. The lazy days of summer are perfect for relaxing one-knife whittling projects—we''ve got you covered with projects like Bob Kozakiewicz''s simple Quick Wizard. If you want to carve and sell some perennial craft show favorites, try Vernon DePauw''s folk-art style Americana Whale, Glenn Stewart''s cheery Daisy Pin, or Don Arnett''s Custom Whistles. Found wood projects include Ed LeFave''s whimsical Sliding Ball-in-Cage, carved from a broken broom handle, and Marty Leenhout''s chip carved paint stir sticks from the local hardware store. Dylan Goodson shows how to use realistic anatomy to bring his classic Sea Captain carving project to life. And pyrography enthusiasts won''t want to miss Aline Hoff¬man''s creative techniques for woodburning soulful Animal Eyes.

The Spring 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels. Meet the father/daughter team of Nairi & Larisa Safaryan, and see how they use an indescribable technique to create utterly unique art. Randall Stoner, a lifelong fan of fantasy novels, captures his favorite tales in wood. Ralph Beam shows how to build your own carver's frame that leaves both hands free for carving. A clever geometrical design and careful carving turn Bill Johnson's flat plate into a chip-carved optical illusion. Other projects include a textured panda cub, a folk art chess set, a comical elephant hanging hook, and a keepsake rose made from scrap wood. Discover new techniques for lino print blocks, low-relief portraits, coloring book patterns, and much more!

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

PATTERNSCarving a Halloween SignBy Vernon DePauwUse a few simple tools to create a folk-art signJack o''PhantomBy Floyd RhadiganEasy carved "folds" make this silly spook look like it''s floatingOn-the-Go Carving DeskBy Tom NollerQuick and easy plywood box protects your tools and contains your chipsFEATURESDepth-Defying ArtBy Kathleen RyanRick Harney''s portraits are so much less than they appearChange of HeartBy Toni FitzgeraldBrian Paul Kolakowski found his third calling in woodA Tough Nut to CrackBy Kathleen RyanRussian artist Arkady Tsesarsky turns ugly nuts into ivory-like miniature marvelsWinning WondersMeet the winners of the third 2016 People''s Choice ContestPROJECTSRealistic LighthouseBy Bob HersheyThe natural shape of cottonwood bark makes it perfect for this projectBuilding a Whimsical BankBy Bill PowellForget bark: Use basswood blanks and shallow relief techniques to make a village worth visitingSweet TreatsBy Jack ProseiloThese easy-to-carve trinkets look good enough to eatCarving a CroneBy Suzy FueshkoUse a delicate touch with your tools to create this haunting carvingMake a Majestic BisonBy Jim WillisUse hand tool to re-create this American iconWise Wizard Practice PieceBy Mike PoundersPick a feature and exaggerate it to enhance your skills and customize your carvingLearning to Carve SoapBy Barbara MillikanGood clean fun can be the beginning of a lifelong passion for carvingCarving a Caricature WoodsmanBy Jim FeatherTurn the head to give your carving movement and personalityCarving a Train-in-StationLike a ball-in cage, this captive locomotive slides on its rails

PATTERNSCarve an Easy OuthouseBy Gary FentonRickety outhouse is fun to carve, easy to customizeTECHNIQUESCarving Feminine FeaturesBy Harold EnlowMaster the subtle differences that allow you to carve an attractive female faceFEATURESCaptured MotionBy Alan J GarbersGerry Quotzkuyva's Katsina carvings are like forbidden snapshots of the traditional dancesThe international Woodcarvers Congress: Half a Century of Carving ExcellenceBy Kathleen Ryan A look at the long history of the country,s oldest carving showSummer SchoolBy Mindy KinseyTake a fun & educational vacation at a carving school or roundupAnd  the Winner IsMore winners in the 2016 People's Choice Contest!PROJECTSSpring SurpriseBy Desiree HajnyRealistic baby bunny is "born" from (wooden) goose eggRowdy the CowboyBy Dale Green Hitch up your belt and get ready to carve this iconic Old West caricatureCarve a Tea light Holderin 60 Minutes By Marty LeenhoutsNew high-density carves like a dream and can be finished like wood Quick and Easy Brown Trout PinBy Eugene Carey The Secret? Woodburn the detailsCarving a Dog WhistleBy Sandy SmithProject is a clever play on a classic designClassic Carver's PuzzleBy David StewartCreate your own version of E.J Tangerman's classic whittler's puzzleLazing Around with the Laid- Back FrogBy Jack ProseiloCarve the frog and base pieces separately and add all the accessories you want  Carving a Whimsey-filled  Love SpoonBy Shirley AdlerChallenging pattern features three traditional carving designsHeart -in- Hand Walking stick By Shawn Cipa Decorative stick has a folk-art design and a motto to live byCarving &Painting Noah's Ark FiguresBy Betty PaddenMaster the techniques of layered blanks and add-ons to carve quick and sturdy Ark inhabitants