FEATURES

Best of Show By Bob Duncan - Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving shows

Andy Anderson's Custom Carved Furniture By Paul Volpp -

A unique look a the grandfather of caricature carvings' lesser-known work

 

PROJECTS

Handcarving a Baby Spoon By Carl Johnson  - Quick and easy project makes a unique gift

Whittling Whimsical Bookmarks By Jack Lund - Playful figures make quick and easy gifts

Carving a Caricature Pig By Christine Coffman - Charming character makes an ideal beginner project

Turning Branches into Spice Shakers By Chris Lubkemann - Rustic salt and pepper holders add personality to your table or picnic basket

Make a Moving Magnetic Carving By Larry Wolterstorff - Clever use of magnets is a fun conversation starter

Power Carving a Polar Bear By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton - Develop your skills with this easy stylized design

Carving an Army Private By Arnold Smith - Attention to detail brings this caricature of an enlisted man to life

Sculpting Elegant Horse Head Bookends By Chris Pye - Stylized carvings are modeled after classic T’ang Dynasty horses

Carve a Stylized Trout By Tom Dean - Use power tools to create a beautiful carved fish

Relief Carve an Old World Saint By Nora Hall - Create the look of flowing fabric with classic techniques

 

TECHNIQUES

Sanding Techniques By Mike Burton - Decrease sanding time with shop-tested tips

Creating Seashell Decorations By Robert L. Buyer - Easy techniques unveil the beauty of nature

Building a Carving Arm By LaVerne “Sid” Sidler -

Shopmade holding device promotes safe carving techniques

Sharpening Chisels By Mac Proffitt - Create and maintain a sharp edge on chisels and skew chisels

 

DEPARTMENTS

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Author(s): Bob Duncan Paul Volpp Carl Johnson Jack Lund Christine Coffman Chris Lubkemann Larry Wolterstorff Charles Solomon David Hamilton Arnold Smith Chris Pye Tom Dean Nora Hall Mike Burton Robert L. Buyer LaVerne "Sid" Sidler Mac Proffitt Shannon Flowers