Carving Wooden Santas, Elves & Gnomes

Author: Ross Oar
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565233836
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 95

Book Description
Woodcarving Illustrated Books presents its latest how-to guide for carving the jolly man in red and his crew of friends - elves, gnomes, reindeer and much more! With more than 20 delightful patterns from accomplished carver Ross Oar, you'll craft the adventurous Luge-Riding and Sky-Diving Santas, a Cowboy Santa, the classic Sledding Santa, European-inspired Olde World Santa and more.

Carving Santas from Around the World

Author: Cyndi Joslyn
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565231870
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Learn to carve 15 festive Santa's from around the world with this step-by-step guide. Great for beginners, this book begins with an overview of carving tools, materials, safety, transferring patterns, and basic cuts. Then, you'll follow the author as she guides you through 3 projects featuring step-by-step carving and painting instructions. Patterns and photographs for 12 additional projects are included for free-standing and shelf-sitting Santas.

Santa Showcase

Author: Woodcarving Illustrated
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 1565233409
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 91

Book Description
24 of the best and most loved Santa patterns from the pages of Woodcarving Illustrated. Includes four step-by-step projects, finishing tips, and more.

Handcarved Christmas (Best of WCI)

Author: Wci
Publisher: Best of Woodcarving Illustrate
ISBN: 9781565236059
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This compilation of favorite Christmas carving projects from "Woodcarving Illustrated" includes 36 projects ranging from ornaments to decorations and gifts.

Hand Carving Snowmen and Santas

Author: Mike Shipley
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565231290
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
Features step-by-step instructions with close-up color photography for two holiday carvings and 13 festive ready-to-use patterns. Also included are tips and techniques to rough-out, paint, and antique your projects!

Carving Undercover Santas

Author: Russell Scott
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 9781497100060
Category : Wood-carved figurines
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
""Shows how to carve Santa in basswood in various costumes, with tips on different poses and finishes"--Provided by publisher"--

Carving Cypress Knees

Author: Carole Jean Boyd
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565232716
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 89

Book Description
Noted carvers and authors Carole Jean Boyd and Jack A. Williams bring you the ultimate resource for unlocking the whimsical characters and wood spirits from within one of nature's most unique woods: cypress knees.

Woodcarving the Nativity in the Folk Art Style

Author: Shawn Cipa
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565232020
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 79

Book Description
Over the years, the story of the nativity has been depicted by thousands of artists, in ca variety of art forms. But, when one thinks of a nativity, visions of a hand-carved wooden set often come to mind. Now, carvers looking to create a family heirloom of their own will learn to carve a full 15-piece manger scene with award-winning artist, Shawn Cipa. First, you will learn to carve and paint the 3 central figures: Joseph, Mary and the Holy child through full-color, step-by-step carving demonstrations. Then, you will find front and side-view patterns for an additional 11 figures. Each project features full material lists and painting color schemes to help bring your carving to life. A construction pattern for a simple stable rounds out the scene. Inside You'll Find: Step-by-Step Carving Demonstrations -Joseph -Mary -Holy Child 11 Additional Patterns for: -2 Angels -3 Wisemen -Camel, Sheep, Ox, Donkey -Kneeling Shepherd -Shepherd and Lamb Plus, Pattern and instructions for a Simple Stable

Carving and Painting an Heirloom Santa

Author: Paul F. Bolinger
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
ISBN: 9780764301940
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Learn to create delightful wooden Santas destined to be treasured family heirlooms. With a combination of over 280 color photographs, a minimal set of carving tools, and easily followed instructions, the reader is guided step-by-step through rough and detail carving techniques and painting. A gallery of the Bolingers heirloom Santas will fire the carver's imagination.

Woodcarving Noah's Ark

Author: Shawn Cipa
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 9781565234772
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Recreate the amazing adventure of Noah's Ark with a handcarved wooden set designed by acclaimed author and woodcarver, Shawn Cipa. Cipa - who is known for his whimsical carving style - captures the spirit of this beloved story with his folk art inspired characters. From Noah and his wife to the many animals aboard the ark, the figures have a gentle simplicity carvers will be eager to replicate.