Quick and Cute Carving Projects

Quick and Cute Carving Projects
Author: Lori Dickie
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781565239074

Learn the basics of caricature carving with quick and easy first-time projects that use just blank basswood "eggs" and a few simple cuts. Includes clear woodcarving and painting instructions, color photographs, step-by-step projects, and ready-to-use patterns.

Easy Pumpkin Carving

Easy Pumpkin Carving
Author: Colleen Dorsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607654946

Create the best jack-o-lantern on the block with this handy guide. Get tips and tricks for spooktacular pumpkin carving, with innovative techniques, inspirational color photos, and 12 ready-to-use carving patterns.

20-Minute Whittling Projects

20-Minute Whittling Projects
Author: Tom Hindes
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2016-12-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607654261

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.

Weekend Whittling Projects

Weekend Whittling Projects
Author: Sara Barraclough
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 78
Release: 2019-11-04
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607659298

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.

Complete Starter Guide to Whittling

Complete Starter Guide to Whittling
Author: Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2014-05-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 160765427X

You can whittle just about anything—the only limit is your imagination. It’s so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book! We’ve assembled a team of 12 leading woodcarvers to bring you a complete starter guide to whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects for beginners that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips. Start off with fast and fun projects that build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques, like a simple flying propeller or a 5-minute owl. Then move on to create whittled wonders like a musical frog or a slingshot. We show you how to whittle complex designs in easy steps, so that you’ll soon be carving attention-getting favorites like chain links or the classic ball-in-a-cage.

Big Book of Whittle Fun

Big Book of Whittle Fun
Author: Chris Lubkemann
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2012-04-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607651068

The whittler extraordinaire, Chris Lubkemann, is back with 31 fun and rewarding new whittling projects in his latest guidebook, Big Book of Whittle Fun. These detailed, photo-illustrated projects are quick and easy to make. Chris offers clear instructions for creating a wide variety of useful and entertaining objects with almost no expense or training, and gives tips and techniques that make whittling accessible and enjoyable for both novices and experienced carvers. With helpful advice on choosing wood, basic whittling techniques and safe knife sharpening, you'll be able to make practical projects like recipe holders and whimsical objects like a rooster. Many playful sports and game-oriented projects are also included such as tic-tac-toe and a bowling set complete with a lane and pins. You'll find the projects in this book truly make whittling fun.

Ultimate Soap Carving

Ultimate Soap Carving
Author: Makiko Sone
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2019-03-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1631597248

In Ultimate Soap Carving, Makiko Sone—founder of the Mizutama.Soap YouTube channel—shares her secrets for designing and hand carving a variety of beautiful soap designs by cutting, shredding, shaping, sculpting, and other oddly satisfying techniques that fans of ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) will love. Inside, you'll find: Essential Supplies: Discover which knives and soaps work best for carving. Key Techniques: Learn how to prepare soap for carving, hold a knife correctly, and make grooves, incisions, triangles, waves, and other basic cuts through eleven designs in eight step-by-step lessons. You’ll also find easy recipes for making soap and other products using shavings and cuttings. Thirty Step-by-Step Projects: Find instructions and templates for carving super-cute animals, exquisite flowers, fun fashions, sweet accessories, and more. Packed with guidance and inspiration, Ultimate Soap Carving will teach you everything you need to carve your own stunning soap designs.

Carving Santas from Around the World

Carving Santas from Around the World
Author: Cyndi Joslyn
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2003
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781565231870

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.

Whittling in Your Free Time

Whittling in Your Free Time
Author: Tom Hindes
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607657716

In continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, Tom Hindes brings you 16 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete in one sitting! With step-by-step instructions and a focus on the beginner-friendly flat-plane style of whittling, you’ll carve a variety of safari, aquatic, woodland, farm, and domestic animals. Progressing from very simple to more challenging, each project is meant to encourage you along the rewarding and relaxing path of whittling and build your skills.

Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood

Carving & Painting Adorable Animals in Wood
Author: Desiree Hajny
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1607657694

An advanced pattern book featuring 12 woodcarving projects for a variety of animal shelf sitters. From pandas and foxes to raccoons and otters, each design includes a pattern template, hair tract guide, and color chart for painting guidance. Follow step-by-step instructions to complete a charming wolf project, then accomplish the remaining animals on your own! With helpful tips and notes throughout to capture a realistic yet playful essence of each animal, this is the perfect book for woodcarvers looking for challenges to hone their skills.