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Try carving on a new medium this Fall (and continue honing your wood carving skills) with the new issue of Woodcarving Illustrated Magazine. Featuring over 20 skill-building projects with insider tips and techniques from expert woodcarvers youll master power carving with a wood spirit project, whittle a Viking axe-shaped blade cover, and even get into seasonal festivities by carving a ghoulish face into a gourd.

Theres nothing like culling hand-carved magic from a beautiful piece of wood, thanks to Alec LaCasses Carving Faces from Wood! This fully illustrated, A-to-Z guide synthesizes LaCasses hard-earned tips, shortening the learning curve so you can start carving a face in wood in no time. Thanks to its beautiful layout, this book presents wood carving faces at every stage--from selecting your tools and outlining a basic shape to smoothing out the texture of a faces fine hair. Youll even see which types of wood work best for carved wood faces, including the advantages and disadvantages of each. Or master different face types to suit your preferences. It might otherwise take years to learn how to carve a face in wood. But thanks to LaCasses step-by-step instructions and photographs, youll soon be finishing the detail of every nose, ear, and beard like a lifelong expert.

Master relief cuts and refine your details with precision alongside expert carver Richard Embling. Carve low-relief caricature faces using industry techniques on skill-building projects designed especially for beginners. Inside youll find detailed instructions for a variety of cuts from push cuts to v-shaped cuts alongside a tool guide for drills, knives and more alongside sharpening tips using a strop or diamond stones. Once youve mastered your tools, its time to make your cuts! From push to v-shaped cuts and everything in between youll rough out your blank and carve detailed low-relief caricature faces like a pro.

Master the art of carving expressive people--with just one knife! Charles Banks, professional carver, longtime instructor, and author of Learn to Whittle Fascinating People in Wood reveals how to take a single blank and turn it into literally hundreds of different characters, both male and female. With illustrated techniques for achieving everything from hair and facial expressions to painting impressive details without fear, you have everything you need to create showstopping characters with just a knife and a hunk of wood. It includes 12+ projects with patterns featuring various human characters with a separate tutorial section on carving facial features and clothes. Great for beginners and advanced carvers who want to solidify their whittling skills.

Things are heating up at Woodcarving Illustrated Magazine with our Summer issue featuring more than 20 projects, techniques, and expert advice for woodcarvers everywhere. Learn how to create a simple carving station for two-handed carving projects with Alec LaCasse. Carve a sailboat in shallow relief with Dustin Strenke or strike one out of the park with Wayne Laramores Taters Last Pitch ballplayer. And were just getting started! So dont wait another minuteorder your issue today and start your summer off right with Woodcarving Illustrated Magazine.

"Mechanical Drawing Self-Taught" by Joshua Rose is an essential manual for any aspiring artist who wants to add drawing machines to their list of skills. Though the machinery and techniques in the text were modern at the time it was released, theyre now vintage and antique machines, which makes this an even more valuable text as getting a chance to see such machines in person is now a rarity.

Our annual Holiday issue features 35 winter projects and is our most reader-driven issue yet! Firefighter caricature bust by renowned instructor and Caricature Carvers of America VP, Kevin Applegate, a retired firefighter himself . Beginners guide to finishes. Carve Santa 4 ways! Ornament carvings. Fantastic finishes: antiquing, drybrushing, crackle and more. Whittle two simple animals from scraps. Blade Cover Challenge winners and editors picks.

Celebrate the season with Santa! Whether youre a beginner or youve been carving for years, How to Carve a Great Santa will have you celebrating the holiday season with your very own handcrafted Santa! Featuring 30 festive projects, 26 of which have never been see before, and full-size carving patterns of St. Nick, this exciting edition includes a slew of new techniques and tips, and more to make this favorite Christmas book even better than before! A fun history of Santa Claus is also included, along with an inspiring gallery of carvings depicting his different images throughout the world. This jolly collection features Santa carvings and patterns from acclaimed artists such as David Sabol, Bob Kozakiewicz, Tom Hindes, Dave Stetson, Don Swartz, bruce Ankeny, Cindi Joslyn, Carolea Hower, Chris Hammack, and many more!

Get ready for another special holiday season with How-To Book of Christmas Carving! This carving book contains over 40 of the best, most classic and unique projects previously published in Woodcarving Illustrated magazine in the last decade, from whittled ornaments and caricature decorations to chip carved and relief gifts and keepsakes. With a mix of illustrated step-by-step guides for beginners and more challenging patterns for advanced carvers, this compilation is perfect for anyone of all skill levels. From reindeer, snowmen, elves, and penguins to an entire Santa section and so much more, this volume has everything you need to make nonstop woodchips for the most wonderful time of the year. The featured carving patterns and projects are from some of todays leading carving experts, including Dave Stetson, Dwayne Gosnell, Carol Leavy, Russell Scott, Sara Barraclough, Betty Padden, Tom Hindes, Nikki Reese, and many more. Theres a project inside this best-of Woodcarving Illustrated collection for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and color photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry carving experience.

Jam-packed full of woodcarving projects for every level, including Autumn and Halloween monsters and caricatures to classic flat-plane "courting couple" and koala. Chip carve a toothpick holder, create a beautiful cottonwood bark Oakleaf Green Lady and traditional gnome. Build a carving tool caddy and take your painting to the next level with our pro tips. Many more projects, too. Special article by Youtube carving teacher, Doug Linker.

In "Practical Forging and Art Smithing," Thomas F. Googerty combines hands-on techniques with an artistic approach to forge work, illuminating the intricate dance between utility and aesthetic in metallurgy. Paying homage to time-honored traditions, Googertys writing marries practical instruction with personal anecdotes, engaging the reader in the multifaceted world of blacksmithing. His clear and accessible prose invites both beginners and seasoned craftsmen into the forge, unveiling tools, processes, and artistic philosophies through a rich tapestry of illustrations and detailed explanations that emphasize safety and craftsmanship alike. Thomas F. Googerty, a seasoned blacksmith with decades of experience, draws upon his extensive background in both functional and ornamental smithing to craft this essential guide. His passion for metalwork began in his youth, where early dabblings at the anvil ignited a lifelong fascination with the transformative nature of fire and steel. Googertys dedication to both the practical and the poetic aspects of forging informs his teaching style, making him an invaluable voice in the contemporary smithing community. "Practical Forging and Art Smithing" is highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the craft and connect with the age-old art of blacksmithing. Whether you are a novice seeking foundational skills or an artist eager to expand your technique, Googertys insightful guidance will inspire and equip you to create your own masterpieces in metal.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Anyone Can Whittle! is a must-have whittling guide for beginning carvers looking to learn how to whittle, as well as advanced carvers seeking to build their existing skills and try something new! Featuring 30+ projects and high-quality, full-size whittling patterns, all you need is one knife, a few found items either from out in nature or around your home -- from twigs and basswood blocks to soap, avocado pits, golf balls, and more -- and this exciting whittling project book. Try a classic ball-in-cage whimsey, learn how to turn a golf ball into a face, an avocado pit into an owl, or a twig into a mini sculpture. Projects are small and simple, so theyre easy to take with you and chip away at anywhere you go! Also included are helpful introductory sections on the fundamentals of woodcarving, including basic cuts, wood and grain, safety, and more. See how easy, fun, and creative whittling can be with Anyone Can Whittle! as your guide! Original patterns contributed by todays leading carvers, such as Guinness World Record holder Chris Lubkemann, James Miller, Nikki Reese, Tom Hindes, Sara Barraclough, and other talented and award-winning artists!

Transform a block of wood into a beautiful kitchen utensil! A stunning and complete carving guide to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing wooden spoons, this must-have book features 15 skill-building projects that include a pie server, butter knife, honey dipper, coffee and flour scoops, and so much more. With clear, step-by-step instructions, detailed wood carving patterns, and materials lists, projects start off simple and slowly progress in difficulty so you can build your skills and accomplish the most challenging, final project. Also included are comprehensive overviews on sourcing green wood, roughing out, basic cuts, food-safe finishes, utensil care, and sustainable carving tips so you can learn everything you need to know before you begin spoon carving. Artistic and atmospheric photography elevates this project guide, as well as its emphasis on spoon carving as a way of life rather than just an occasional hobby.

Sharpen your woodcarving skills this spring with the new issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! All about the outdoors and fresh air, youll discover a slew of greenwood carving tips and natured-inspired projects. From a power carved realistic songbird and a wood spirit birdhouse to a mischievous bear caricature, a woodburned bunny, a colorful fairy house with moving doors and a working fireplace, and so much more, this spring issue is filled with tons of skill-building projects for the season! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, full-size carving patterns, and expert guidance, also included in this issue is a super cool feature on Aspen Golanns Boston-based workshop, The Chairmakers Toolbox, product reviews for Flexcuts latest batch of spoon carving tools, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

While pride of place usually goes to a lathe or milling machine, any workshop worthy of the name will have a host of hand tools and accessories to tackle a vast range of other tasks. Yet these are often supplied without detailed instructions, or even any guidance at all. Who has ever seen an instruction manual for a file? However, with the right advice, you can get better results, make your tools last much longer and work faster with less effort.

Stationary steam engines provided the power for the Industrial Revolution which changed the shape of the world. Victorian engines that have been preserved now provide the model engineer with examples to turn into fascinating models. This book provides the plans and instructions to make three models of actual steam engines. The projects have been designed around a set of common components. The first project is the simplest and will form the backbone for the manufacture of the other two, which are slightly more challenging and introduce some advanced techniques. The book is suitable for those with limited machining experience and a modestly equipped workshop, and has over 380 illustrations, including scale plans and colour photographs,

Tis the season for carving so many holiday characters and ornaments like youve never seen them before! Get into the holiday spirit with this new winter issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a pair of chip carved mitten ornaments and gnomes in pajamas to a power carved snowman, a smiling star tree topper, and more, this winter issue is filled with tons of festive projects for the season! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance, youll carve beginner-friendly Christmas gnomes, a stylized puffin, a mischievous cookie-stealing Santa in the round, a flat-plane female cardinal, and so much more! Also included in this issue is a holiday shopping guide for fellow carvers, a stunning artist feature on Thomas Dambo, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!

Pack a punch of personality into small carving projects! Using a precut block and a few hand tools, Carving Little Caricatures is a must-have guide for woodcarvers of all skill levels to learn valuable techniques to add movement and expressive details into a small piece of wood. Featuring detailed overviews on tools and materials, basic cuts, painting, finishing, and other essential tips, this complete guide also includes 14 unique character designs for small, skill-building carvings. From a Santa and a gnome to a mountain man and more, all projects in this book can be carved with a standard-size piece of basswood. Caricature projects also slowly progress in difficulty with each design getting more dynamic and technical so you can incrementally build your skills.

Making model steam boats provides everything you need to design, build and sail your own steam launch. Learn about all aspects of boat design, from the inner workings of the engine to the finishing coat of paint. Explore topics such as hull dynamics, propeller selection and boiler capability, along with information on engine performance, boiler safety and hull design. Follow the plans to build a simple screw-driven launch, a fast patrol boat or a twin cylinder paddle steamer. The technical information and theoretical calculations provided explain how boats are designed and allow builders to progress to creating their own models. Making a live steam model boat requires a broad range of skills including machining, silver-soldering, sheet metal work, woodwork and finishing. Part of the enjoyment of model boats comes from this variety of skills and all the required techniques are explained in full.

The summer 2023 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniqueseverything you need to sharpen your woodcarving skills! Filled with summer inspiration, youll discover patterns like a Summer Harvest Bowl, Lighthouse In-the-Round, Carving a Hot-Air Balloon, and more! Youll find a variety of projects with different carving techniques, like Honeybee Relief and Painting a Power-Carved Bluebird. Some contributors include Dwayne Gosnell, David Young, Wouter de Bruijn, Marty Leenhouts, and more! With step-by-step instructions, full-size project patterns, and tips and trips from established carvers, this issue holds a wealth of knowledge and creativity for any woodcarver.