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Learn to Turn is the ideal woodturning book for beginners. If you've considered trying woodturning-but have been intimidated by the tone and scope of the books available on the subject-you'll find this informative book to be an approachable and enjoyable guide that will have you turning in no time. Author Barry Gross, an artist and professional woodturner, offers expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice that will eliminate the mystery...
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2008 Santa Carving Contest
Prize-winning entries and highlights from this year's contest
Woodcarving that Gets Noticed
By Rex Branson
Team mascots on a large scale promote woodcarving and community pride.
Preserving a Historic Art Form
By Christle A. Johnson
Bob Johnson shares his passion for carving fish decoys with students
Carved Nativities
By Kurt Eberling and Helli Mayr
Exploring the tradition of Krippel Schaun in Tirol, Austria
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A complete introduction to scroll sawing, Scrolling 101 is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning how to create beautiful scroll saw projects! A quick and easy-to-read guide, this booklet provides a clear and concise overview on scroll saw basics, choosing the right blade, adapting patterns, making the most of an inexpensive saw, sanding tips, and more. Also included are helpful charts and illustrations, high-quality photography,...
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This text contains a wonderful little guide to the designing and making of vintage wooden boxes. Complete with strep-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams, this text constitutes a comprehensive and accessible manual perfect for beginners and is sure to be of interest to discerning woodworkers. The chapters of this book include: 'Attractive Coronation Memento – Trinket Box', 'Attractive Cigarette or Trinket Musical Box', 'Small Box for Cigarettes...
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Take your woodburning art to the next level by taking a masterclass with award-winning pyrographer Simon Easton! This inspired sequel to the popular book for beginners, Learn to Burn, offers the opportunity to advance your skills with guidance from a master craftsman. Yearn to Burn features 19 projects designed to build your skills while you create an array of handsome household items, gifts, home décor, and more. Eighteen new projects with clear...
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Finest book for beginners discusses in direct language and no technical jargon what tools to use, how to use them, and what woods are suitable for carving. 34 illustrated designs for creating cabinet panels, chests, doors, bookends, footstools, an ornamental mirror-frame, and more.
89) Woodburning Project & Pattern Treasury: Create Your Own Pyrography Art with 75 Mix-and-Match Designs
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A fresh take on the craft of wood burning focusing on the drawing, lettering, and design elements that when learned will add dimension and composition to any pyrography project.
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Carving an 1880s Western Train
Members of the Caricature Carvers of America join forces to create a nostalgic display
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Drilling Clean Holes
By Bob Duncan
Easily store back issues in a three-ring binder with the aid of this simple jig
Creating Clothespin Carvings
By Forrest Holder
Clever idea turns ordinary clothespins into festive Christmas ornaments
Chip Carver's Lapboard
By Gary MacKay
Carve in your living room with...
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Looking for new woodcarving projects to put a spring in your step? Look no further than the new issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! An issue that is sure to encourage and inspire carvers of every level, this Spring Issue is all about growing your skills and progressing in your practice. Featuring step-by-step instructions, full-size patterns, and expert tips, create everything from a sweet and easy honeybee and a 5-step comfort whale to the more challenging...
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Practical, versatile, and just plain fun to build, cabinets are one of the most popular of woodworking projects. Now, Cabinets and Storage Solutions: Furniture to Organize Your Home brings you 16 of the best storage-furniture designs from some of the finest woodworker's in the country-all selected from the pages of Woodworker's Journal, the most trusted name in woodworking.
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Contained within this book is a detailed guide to French polishing, including information on technique, tools, materials, and much more. Comprising simple, step-by-step instructions coupled with detailed, helpful illustrations, this text is perfect for those with little or no experience in the subject and makes for a valuable addition to collections of DIY or woodworking literature. The chapters of this book include: 'The Workshop', 'The Bench', 'Brushes...
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A best-seller! Renowned pyrographer Sue Walters teaches you everything you need to know to create stunning pyrography artwork with three step-by-step projects, original patterns, and an inspiring gallery of work. Includes information on equipment, safety, materials, pattern preparation, techniques and 3 projects; a beginner, an intermediate, and an advanced.
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Folk Art Fox
Here's a quick and easy project with lots of appeal.
Ozark Grin
Carving legend Harold Enlow shows you why the mouth, more than any part of the face, enhances the look of a figure.
Carving a Realistic Dachshund
Mastering these basic techniques will enable you to bring any breed of dog out of the wood.
From the Mind of James
The imaginative and award-winning works of James Fecteau will fuel your passion for carving.
Paint a Scandinavian-Style...
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First Cuts
A carver's journey to becoming a member of the Caricature Carvers of America
To see who was honored for their achievements in the carving community!
Pipe Dreams
By Chuck Coker
Creating beautiful faux ivory carvings from PVC pipe
The Wood Sculptures of Darwin Dower
Historic rural life captured in amazing detail
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Ivory Billed Woodpecker
By Gordon and Marsha Stiller
Laughing Bear
By Jim Villars
Simple cuts add texture...
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