Learn to Carve Gnomes, Trolls, and Mythical Creatures

Author: Sara Barraclough
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607658224
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 365

Book Description
A woodcarving book devoted solely to magical little creatures! Learn to Carve Gnomes, Trolls, and Mythical Creatures boasts a menagerie of 15 step-by-step woodcarving projects, from a mushroom house, unicorn, and gnome to a wizard, dragon, elf, and more. Beginners and pros alike will get a kick out of these charming designs, all featuring charismatic personality.

Carving Fantasy Creatures

Author: Floyd Rhadigan
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 9781565236097
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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Carving Animal Caricatures

Author: Elma Waltner
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486228134
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 110

Book Description
Specific instructions, photographs, and angle sketches for 24 projects — from Bolivar Bull through Casper Camel to Sammy Stegosaurus. Only simplest tools and materials used. 94 illustrations. "Excellent for the beginner." — National Carvers Museum Review. "Both beginning and experienced woodcarvers will enjoy this book." — Workbench.

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.

Carving Small Characters in Wood

Author: Jack Price
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607657104
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 184

Book Description
Making tedious wood carving techniques more approachable, Carving Small Characters in Wood offers simple methods in a smaller format to carve compact caricatures with personality. With step-by-step directions and photography, you’ll be able to learn and appreciate this form of miniature character wood carving. Starting off with basic lessons then slowly progressing into greater, more detailed challenges, author and renowned caricature woodcarver Jack Price is the leading voice to learn from on how to carve small statuettes!

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.

Carving Gargoyles Grotesques, and Other Creatures of Myth

Author: Shawn Cipa
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565233294
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 159

Book Description
Two complete projects, fascinating history and myth, and 26 additional full page patterns for creating functional and decorative gargoyles from wood. Learn to carve a traditional water-spouting gargoyle and classic grotesque with step-by-step instructions. Includes 10 additional patterns for mythical creatures incorporated into architectural elements, like a working doorknocker.

Weekend Whittling Projects

Author: Sara Barraclough
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607659298
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 78

Book Description
Learn to whittle four little friends! Featuring step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and full-size patterns for a snail, bear, troll, and penguin, author and talented woodcarver Sara Barraclough will guide you through each adorable whittling project.

Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark

Author: Jack A. Williams
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607658992
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 261

Book Description
In this book, you'll learn the specialized technique of carving figures in tree bark. Included is a complete guide to the various species of cottonwood bark and the best tools to use. A step-by-step wood carving project of a magical tree house is included, along with a beautiful gallery including wood spirits, animals, whimsical tree houses, and much more.

20-Minute Whittling Projects

Author: Tom Hindes
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607654261
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 250

Book Description
Learn the fast and simple way to whittle in this fun introduction to woodcarving. Discover how to whittle in less time while you have more fun! One of the joys of whittling with a pocketknife is that you can do it just about anywhere. You don’t need any fancy equipment, and you don’t even need much spare time. Author Tom Hindes demonstrates his easy-to-learn, quick-cut method for whittling expressive little figures from wood in just 20 minutes or less. With his friendly instructions and step-by-step photos, you’ll learn to carve an endless array of charming wizards, gnomes, gargoyles, ornaments, dogs, leprechauns, and more. These super-short whittling projects are perfect for learning basic woodcarving skills. They also make wonderful little gifts for random acts of kindness. Leave one along with your tip at the local restaurant, or give one to your favorite cashier. Children especially enjoy receiving them as souvenirs.