FEATURES

Overcoming Adversity
By Dr. Lawrence Varner
Decoy carver Karl Schmidt is a lesson in perseverance
An Introduction to Carving with Power

An Introduction to Carving with Power
By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton

Releasing a Wood Spirit
by Mark Gargac
First Cuts

First Cuts
Gary Falin and Doug Raine provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings.

Hate to Sharpen? Disposable Blade Carving Tools may be the Answer
By Bob Duncan
Inexpensive tools are great for detail work and small carvings

Projects

Carving a Troll
By Marna Holley
Disposable blades and doll hair make this project ideal for beginners

Painted Turtle
By Gordon and Marsha Stiller
Colorful reptile project provides an opportunity to experiment with contrasting textures

Build Your Own Carving Stand
By Jim Farley
Make your own custom version of a $500 stand for only $50

Carving a Musical Frog
By Everett Ellenwood
Quick and easy project is a fun musical instrument

Releasing a Wood Spirit
By Mark Gargac
Uncover the character hiding in found wood

Carving Custom Light-switch Covers
By Ben Mayfield
Add character to your home with relief- and chip-carved accents

Peek-A-Boo Jay
By Doug Brooks
Delightful critter splitter carving is sure to get a second look

Carving a Pierced Relief
By Chris Pye
Open Spaces add movement and drama to a relief carving

Creating Handcarved Magnets
By Fred Wilbur
Functional floral decorations are a lesson in traditional carving techniques

TECHNIQUES

Anatomy of Wood
By Everett Ellenwood
Improve your carving efficiency with an understanding of wood grain

Adding Subtle Color
By Lora S. Irish
Roughing and dry-brushing te