Easy Woodcarving: Simple Techniques for Carving and Painting Wood - Fox Chapel Publishing
 (EAST PETERSBURG, PA) When author Cyndi Joslyn, crafter of needlework, dolls, woven baskets and tole paintings, found her first hand-carved Santa in a supply shop, she was inspired to create her very own folk art-style Kris Kringle. Fifteen years later, she operates a studio and is selling them to collectors across the country. Now, enthusiastic crafters can learn the ease and joy of carving with her new book, Easy Woodcarving (Fox Chapel Publishing, September 2006).
With over 450 color photos and step-by-step instructions, this guide for beginners requires no previous carving knowledge. Terminology is clearly defined and readers build basic carving skills in a series of exercises.
Inside readers will find a chapter dedicated to choosing tools and selecting wood, as well as simple painting instructions. Crafters will find the carving patterns easy to use because they resemble patterns used in other crafts. Sewing connoisseurs will be delighted to find bonus sewing projects included.
Easy Woodcarving is the essential guide for anyone new to world of carving. Simplicity is the key, and crafters will embrace this book’s easy-to-understand approach.
About the Author: Cyndi Joslyn, a passionate crafter, has been carving Santas since 1991. She also had the honor of being the only female carver to participate as a “Horse Head Carver” for the “Carousel for Missoula,” one of the first hand carved carousels to be built in the US since the 1930’s. For the past 10 years Cyndi has taught wood carving classes and has written several articles for Wood Working for Women Magazine. Cyndi resides in Missoula, Montanna.
Book Title: Easy Woodcarving: Simple Techniques for Carving and Painting Wood
ISBN: 1-56523-288-7
Price: $14.95
Pages: 152 with 452 color photos
Size: 8 ½” x 11”
Publication Date: September 2006
Distributed by: Fox Chapel Publishing, phone toll-free 800-457-9112
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