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Author: Lora S. Irish
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Published: 2018-11-13
Total Pages: 546
ISBN-13: 1607655349
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Discover how to create unique and beautiful canes that will be treasured as useful works of art. Legendary carving artist Lora S. Irish introduces you to all of the essential components and woodcarving techniques of cane topper carving in this comprehensive guide with 4 step-by-step projects and 6 joinery methods.
Author: Paul Purnell
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Published: 2020-06-10
Total Pages: 823
ISBN-13: 1607657112
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Put your wood carving skills to practical use! This must-have book features 13 wood carving projects with step-by-step instructions and photography for creative and elegant walking sticks. Including projects for beginner, intermediate, and advanced wood carvers, painting and finishing instructions are provided, as well as helpful information on types of wood used, methods for joining a head to a shank, and more. From a simple lyre-shaped thumb stick and a gent’s walking stick to derby sticks with the head of a fox, eagle, Labrador retriever, black swan, and other animals, author, contributor to The Guild of Master Craftsman’s magazines, and self-taught wood carver Paul Purnell will show you everything you need to know!
Author: Lora Irish
Publisher:
Published: 2018-12-10
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9781974805525
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Shawn Cipa
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Published: 2009-02-07
Total Pages: 159
ISBN-13: 9781565233294
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
Author: Charles Self
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Published: 2007-07-01
Total Pages: 356
ISBN-13: 1607658984
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Take your woodworking for a walk! Woodworkers, carvers, and turners of all skill levels will discover 15 fun walking stick projects that range from a basic pine staff to a sophisticated brass-adorned turned cane. Complete with step-by-step instructions, detailed patterns, and in-depth coverage of shaping, turning, and finishing techniques, this book also includes a valuable guide to woods and an impressive gallery of works from the private collection of Albert LeCoff, executive director of the Wood Turning Center in Philadelphia.
Author: Tom James Wolfe
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 63
ISBN-13: 9780887404412
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Legend has it that the forest of the world are inhabited by elusive creatures known as "Wood Spirits". Tom Wolfe finds them everywhere and brings them to life in this delightful new instructional book. Using found wood such as driftwood, roots, and old beams from dilapidated barns, he leads the reader through the carving of wondrous, fanciful faces, that are both enchanting and beautiful. On a smaller scale, Tom also finds the Wood Spirits in walking sticks, creating treasures that are handsome and functional at the same time. Tom has been carving these Spirits for years, and they are constantly in demand. Now he leads the carver, step-by-step, through their creation, each step illustrated in beautiful colour photographs. An extensive gallery is included, jam-packed with examples and ideas for the reader's own work.
Author: Jack A. Williams
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Published: 2004-04-01
Total Pages: 261
ISBN-13: 1607658992
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
Author: Lora S. Irish
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 9781561583188
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A treasury of classic wood patterns and techniques for creative woodworking embellishment. Woodcarving artist Lora Irish gives carvers, woodburners and painters a wide variety of designs they can transfer directly to projects or use to develop ideas of their own. Themes include natural patterns such as grapes, oak leaves and acorns, animals like lions and eagles, and intricate floral and fantasy designs. 180 drawings.
Author: David Stehly
Publisher: IMM Lifestyle Books
Published: 2017
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781565238978
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"Carve beautiful wildlife walking sticks with step-by-step projects, ready-to-use patterns, an inspirational color photo gallery, and advice on wood sourcing and finishing"--Publisher's description.
Author: Shawn Cipa
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 79
ISBN-13: 9781565232020
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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
