Author: Jim Stevens Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited ISBN: 9780764330179 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 80
Book Description
Learn techniques every scrimshaw carver needs for true proficiency in this traditional art form. Over 130 clear color photos illustrate ivory carving with hand and power tools, color and power engraving and painting, and practices in the care, conservation, repair, and restoration of ivory scrimshaw objects. Along with practical instruction on carving and decorating, the detailed text provides vital information on scrimshaw fakes, reproductions, resources, and appraisals. A unique feature is the extensive glossary, providing explanations of scrimshaw engraving, sculpting, carving, and collecting terms found collectively nowhere else. Artists using this book will gain an array of techniques and invaluable information. For scrimshaw carvers, this book is vital.
Author: Jim Stevens Publisher: Schiffer Craft ISBN: 9780764328312 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This guide is a dazzling showcase of this uniquely American art form. The pages are filled with tips, techniques, and insights that both educate and demonstrate the steps to creating authentic and beautiful scrimshaw. An examination of ivory includes a wide range of alternative natural and man-made ivory substitutes, including bone, horn, and nuts. Without question, this is the most complete technical and aesthetic book ever written in the field. With over 200 color photos, this step-by-step guide addresses scrimshaw tools, patterns, inking, and inlays. Originally written as a training manual for studio apprentices, this knowledge is now available to you.
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.
Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1607658801 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 352
Book Description
· Learn the traditional language of carving lovespoons · Details the symbolic meaning of 75 wooden lovespoon designs, from asking someone on a first date and courting spoons to wedding spoons and more · Features 5 distinctive bowl patterns and 75 original handle patterns for hundreds of customizable, mix-and-match design opportunities to express your one-of-a-kind love · David Western is a lovespoon expert and the author of Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons and History of Lovespoons
Author: Philip H. Farber Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide ISBN: 0738763020 Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 214
Book Description
Powerful Magick with One of the World's Most Potent Plants Elevate your magical practice with cannabis. Exploring everything from ancient elixirs to modern mystics like Aleister Crowley and Timothy Leary, High Magick is all about using cannabis safely and effectively in spiritual settings. You will find specific ways to use cannabis for: Invocation Evocation Banishing Meditation Energy healing Divination Scrying Chakra Activation Toasting Praising Pathworking Consecrating Charging Working with Ancestors Making Change in the World Filled with step-by-step instructions as well as helpful insights into some of the most famous ritual magicians and cannabis proponents in the world, this book helps you harness the spiritual power of this amazing plant. Within these pages, you will also discover how to conduct dynamic rituals like the Talking Joint, the Smoke of Excellence, the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Leaf, and the Cannabis Magick Holon Ritual.
Author: Steve Paszkiewicz Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1565232410 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 68
Book Description
From sailors on the high seas who carved ivory to contemporary artists who work with ecofriendly substitutes, scrimshaw is celebrated and explicated in this introduction to developing the preparation and reproduction skills required to practice this ancient art. Collectors and artisans alike will appreciate the gallery section showcasing more than 50 masterful examples of antique and contemporary scrimshaw pieces. A ready-to-use sailing ship pattern is accompanied by instructions and photographs. Lists of tool suppliers, sources for alternatives to ivory, and books on the history of the art form are also provided.
Author: Jim Stevens Publisher: Schiffer Craft ISBN: 9780764334894 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Learn to create beautiful, functional powder horns. 275 color photos illustrate working, shaping, decorating, and finishing techniques. Historic and modern tools and equipment are introduced for inlays, engrailing, and scrimshaw. Leather strap weaving and braiding methods are also provided for carrying the finished horn in an authentic manner. For inspiration, a photo gallery shows finished powder horns and a contact list includes the artists featured. There is no better resource for the craftsman seeking to make an authentic, functional powder horn.
Author: Hayley Barrett Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1481487604 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 44
Book Description
Discover the amazing true story of Maria Mitchell, America’s first professional female astronomer. Every evening, from the time she was a child, Maria Mitchell stood on her rooftop with her telescope and swept the sky. And then one night she saw something unusual—a comet no one had ever seen before! Miss Mitchell’s extraordinary discovery made her famous the world over and paved the way for her to become America’s first professional female astronomer. Gorgeously illustrated by Diana Sudyka, this moving picture book about a girl from humble beginnings who became a star in the field of astronomy is sure to inspire budding scientists everywhere.
Author: Wes Sander Publisher: Knife Making Mastery ISBN: 9781720023722 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 140
Book Description
Powerful bladesmithing techniques for advanced knife and sword makers Do you crave the challenge of making the 'perfect knife'? Does your pride in your bladesmithing skills motivate you to take them to the next level? Are you constantly inspired by popular bladesmithing TV shows, and want to improve and compare to the master bladesmiths present on them? My name is Wes Sander, and like you, I too strive to better my bladesmithing craft and take it to the next level. Throughout my journey, I have learned several advanced techniques and discovered some powerful secrets that have helped me forge better knives. I will share them in this book. If making the same knife bores you and you constantly search for adding a new twist to your creations... If you want to deepen your knowledge to forge better blades, then this book is for you. In this book you will learn about: - The 10 step method to forging a pattern welded Damascus sword - 4 techniques that will 'reveal' the end grain texture of your Damascus blade - How to make mosaic Damascus patterns in your sword using the 'spiderwebs' technique - How to forge, assemble, heat treat and polish a Japanese sword - The secret temperature to correctly temper your Japanese blade - How to make your first sword scabbard - The #1 solution you should use while acid etching your knife - 3 simple 'hacks' to finding the perfect raw materials for using scrimshaw on your knife Here are the answers to some questions you might have about this book: Q: What kind of techniques will I get to learn in this book? A: You will get to learn to multiple advanced techniques like stainless steel forging, Japanese bladesmithing, Pattern welded Damascus forging, etching Damascus steel and more. Q: Will I get to learn how to properly heat treat the different kinds of blades that are included in this book? A: Of course. This book has special heat treating procedures for stainless steel, Damascus steel, and Japanese swords. Q: I sell the knives that I make. Can using these advanced techniques help me charge higher prices from my clients? A: While I can't guarantee any monetary profit from this book, blades that have used techniques like the ones taught in this book have been known to be prized and will probably fetch higher prices than the average blade convention knife. If you sell your creations, you will cherish the look on your client's face when your knife or sword meets their expectations! ☆★☆ Buy the $19.97 paperback version and get the $2.99 Kindle version for absolutely FREE☆★☆ The number of ideas you can realize for your creations is directly related to your understanding of various bladesmithing techniques and the characteristics of different materials. Every day that you delay is another day that you stagnate in your growth as a bladesmith. Take action now and buy this book using the 'Buy now with 1-click' button
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