FEATURES
The Art of Ken Newman
Award-winning carver turns found wood into masterpieces

2005 Santa Carving Contest
By Bob Duncan
50 finalists highlighted in annual contest

PROJECTS
Northern Cardinal
By Gordon & Marsha Stiller

Happy Santa
By Tina Toney
The compact styling of this fellow makes him an ideal project for beginners

Chip Carved Golf Balls
By Sharon Braunberger & Elaine Dugan
Striking designs highlight this unique carving medium

Santa Claus
By Les Ramsey
Classic Santa face makes a perfect winter welcome

Rolling Caricature Animals
By Desiree Hajny
Easy-to-carve critters are delightfully mobile

Santa with Cardinal
By Vicki Bishop
Wood bleach techniques make painting a snap

Folk-Art Angel Tree Topper
By Shawn Cipa
Hand carve an instant family heirloom

A Christmas Story Leg Lamp
By Mike Burton
Nostalgic lamp will become an instant conversation starter

Painting a Hen Wood Duck
By Tom Matus
Use blending techniques for an antique-style finish

Chip-Carved Angel Ornaments
By Barry McKenzie
Carve through painted blanks for an easy, yet beautiful project

Santa Lamp Finial
By Steve Brown
A charming way to show off your seasonal carvings

Herby's Angel
By Paul McLeod
Easy-to-carve figure is a Holiday delight

TECHNIQUES
Tuning Your Tools
By Chris Pye
The basics of getting your tools in the right condition for carving and keeping them there

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Author(s): Desiree Hajny Gordan & Marsha Stiller Ken Newman Tina Toney Sharon Braunberger Elaine Dugan Les Ramsey Vicki Bishop Shawn Cipa Mike Burton Tom Matus Barry McKenzie Steve Brown Paul McLeod Chris Pye Bob Duncan