The Complete Beginner's Woodcarvers Workbook

Author: Mary Duke Guldan
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565230859
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 56

Book Description
Learn the basics in over 200 how-to illustrations and 10 patterns. With information on tools and wood and simple steps that are clearly illustrated, this book will increase carving skill and confidence, to master both relief carving and carving in the round.

Complete Beginner's Woodcarving Workbook

Author: Mary Duke Guldan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781565237452
Category : Wood-carving
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The ultimate resource for getting started in woodcarving! All you need to start a rewarding hobby in woodcarving is an x-acto knife, some wood, and this book by famed woodcarving instructor, Mary Duke Guldan. With illustrated instructions and detailed patterns, this book will guide you through every step. Select from any of the fully detailed projects for carving sun, dogs, cherub and others. Finishing tips are also included.

The Complete Book of Woodcarving

Author: Everett Ellenwood
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607650967
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 854

Book Description
Whether you're a woodcarver expanding your talents, a seasoned carver refining your skills, or a beginner newly introduced to this fulfilling craft, this is the only carving book you need. Brimming with expert instruction and 8 attractive step-by-step woodcarving projects, you'll learn all the classic carving styles and techniques along with the fundamentals of wood and tool selection, sharpening, creating a workspace, and finishing your completed work. Also included is a complete chapter on power carving.

The Complete Beginner's Woodcarvers Workbook

Author: Mary Duke Guldan
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565231979
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 56

Book Description
With an X-acto knife and a bit of concentration, a beginning woodcarver needs only this updated manual to start -- and finish -- beautiful woodcarving projects. Wood type descriptions, 12 starter patterns, and clear illustrations on how to carve a sun and moon clock-face, carousel horse head, cherub, teddy bear, and dog are provided. An overview of the tools needed to get started is included, with suggestions on additional tools and techniques to use once proficiency increases. Both relief carving and carving-in-the-round are covered. This replaces 156523085X.

Wood Carving Basics

Author: David Sabol
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1561588881
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 193

Book Description
Book of projects designed to give beginners the experience of work in a wide number of carving styles.

Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual

Author: Chris Pye
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607654105
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 250

Book Description
The first step into a new craft can be overwhelming: Where to start? What tools to buy? What projects to begin with? Thanks to author and internationally acclaimed woodcarver Chris Pye, this guide is filled with everything a beginning woodcarver needs to know. Chris Pye's Woodcarving Course & Reference Manual is akin to having a one-on-one course with a master carver. You'll learn what to look for in a workbench, the importance of commissioning your carving tools – there's more to it than just sharpening! – and how to make exacting cuts and execute a variety of techniques. Like any good instructor, Pye includes practice exercises to make you comfortable with the tools and techniques so you can build your skills and carve with confidence. Pye's conversational teaching style will encourage you as you follow the step-by-step instructions and work on a number of motifs, as well as projects for low, high, and pierced relief, and in-the-round. With the help of Chris Pye, you'll learn to carve: four types of molding, a beautiful koi project in three levels of relief carving, a realistic baseball cap in-the-round, and a charming wren in-the-round.

Pyrography Workbook

Author: Sue Walters
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607651211
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 423

Book Description
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.

Carving Faces Workbook

Author: Harold Enlow
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607651203
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 436

Book Description
Follow along as Harold Enlow, one of America's foremost caricature carvers, teaches you how to carve faces! Enlow shares his woodcarving tips and techniques that make his carvings stand out in this information-packed book. You'll learn to carve a female face, a cowboy face, a Native American face, a Santa face, and more. For anyone who wants to learn to carve faces that stand out in a crowd, this is a must-have addition to your woodcarving library.

Wood Carving for Beginners

Author: Dyle Smith
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40

Book Description
Everything is here for the beginning or advanced woodcarver, from choosing the appropriate wood; setting up a shop, selecting, using, and sharpening tools; and performing all the fundamental techniques, such as the push cut, pull cut, stop cut, and slicing cut.Every general carving style-from classical to whimsical to rustic-is detailed, as are the basic steps of power carving, which can be used in addition to, or as an alternative to, hand carving. The author will also teach you how to develop your ideas into finished carvings, by taking you through the various items and techniques that will help you visualize and solidify your idea and prepare you to start carving it.Eight projects designed to help newer woodcarvers build proficiency are included, along with the plans for the beautiful rocking horse featured on the cover. A handy resource section and a glossary round out this fully illustrated, must-have guide for all woodcarvers.Whether you're a woodworker expanding your talents, a seasoned carver refining your skills, or a beginner newly introduced to this fulfilling craft, this is the only carving book you need!

Carving the Little Guys

Author: Keith Randich
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 160765900X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 84

Book Description
This skill-building beginner's guide reveals the secrets of capturing humor and expression in caricature carving. Learn to transform small blocks of wood into expressive little people with illustrated cut-by-cut instructions. Basic woodcarving information is included on wood, tools, sharpening, cutting, safety, finishing, repairs, and more.