Carve classic holiday favorites in this festive issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a chip carved sleigh and an elf caricature who works as the manager in Santa’s workshop to a power carved reindeer and a customizable Santa ornament, this winter issue is filled with tons of holiday projects to spread the Christmas cheer! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance to build your skills, you’ll carve a simple snowman ornament, wheely turtle toy, rustic coffee scoop, a colorful toy solider, and so much more! Also included in this issue is a detailed product review of Schaaf Tools’ cut-resistant gloves, an artist spotlight on award-winning ice carvers, a feature on Frank Foust’s comfort birds that have led to a heartwarming movement within the carving community, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!
FEATURES A Monumental Miniature By Kathleen Ryan Animated carving depicts folk life in Slovakia A Bird in the Hand By Kathleen Ryan Woodcarving offers comfort to those in need Award-winning Carvings: Woodcarving Illustrated’s Best Carving Design Contest By Bob Duncan Contestants show a broad range of creativity and superior craftsmanship PROJECTS Making a Comfort Bird By Frank Foust Smooth lines and a polished finish make these little birds a joy to hold Creating a Chip Carved Christmas Tree By Bruce Nicholas Highlight this festive plaque with color and delicate stab cuts Carving a Spiral Beard Santa Ornament By Dave Francis Unique ornament will be a family favorite Whittling Snowman Earrings By Claude Freaner Fun gift is easy to carve Carving St Nicholas By Harold Enlow Master the techniques to carve this classic Christmas icon Sculpting Stylized Evergreen Trees By Dennis Carlson Graceful spiral is easy to carve and makes a striking display Build a Dancing Santa By Shawn Cipa Turn the handle to make the carved Santa move and groove Relief Carving an Angel By Maureen Hockley Beautiful wall hanging displays delicate features and graceful fabric folds Carving a Low-Relief Santa By Bob Biermann Creating the illusion of depth with careful carving and painted shadows Making a Nostalgic Christmas Pull Toy By Tina Toney As the toy moves, wooden ball rotates to display the relief-carved scene TECHNIQUES Using Compasses, Calipers, and Dividers By Bob Duncan Transfer measurement and maintain proportions with these simple tools Customized Greeting Plaque By Deborah Pompano Add a border or message to personalize your design
The spring 2021 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazineis sure to inspire both experienced and beginner carvers alike! The issue includes a slew of step-by-step photo-illustrated projects and full-size patterns, interesting feature articles, and even a pyrography technique. New carvers will enjoy a variety of beginner-friendly designs, while those looking for a challenge will certainly find it. From tattoo-inspired creations and simple salad servers, to a charming chip carved plate and a classic cowboy, there’s something for every type of carver to create.
This summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated shines a spotlight on small but mighty projects! Ranging in size from a whittled aquarium that can fit inside a matchbox to a summery Circle of Chips wall hanging, the projects featured in this issue are perfect for every carver. Carve a petite unicorn, a chip carved jewelry box, stylized sharks, a realistic tropical fish, a scallop shell relief carving, and more! Also included in this issue are impressive artist features, workshop tips, reader galleries (plus a new challenge!), and bonus patterns and projects.
FEATURES Against the Grain By Mindy Kinsey Book and exhibition showcase unusual designs in wood Carving in Kenya By Bob Duncan African artist creates a successful business teaching others to carve Miniature Marvels By Kathleen Ryan Dalton Ghetti carves intricate designs in pencil graphite Roughouts & Kits By Bob Duncan Get to the fun part faster by starting with a pre-cut blank PROJECTS Carving a Snowman By Lori Dickie Turn a generic basswood shape into a charming snowman Making a Mouse in a Stocking Ornament By Leah Goddard Cute ornament shows off your attention to detail and realistic carving skills Playful Reindeer Ornament By Floyd Rhadigan Carve this quick and easy ornament for everyone on your list Folk-Art Napkin Rings By Jeff Pretz Carve and paint these colorful pieces in an afternoon Simple Folk-Art Santa By Mike Deiter Make a unique band-saw blank and complete the carving in a weekend Carving a Zebra By Moses Kirimi Kenyan carver created a stylized zebra Tramp Art Christmas Tree By Andy DiPace Simple seasonal design is quick and easy to carve Relief Carving a Traditional Ornament By Glenn Stewart Versatile design can be a pin or an ornament Whittling a Santa By Gayle Ihlenfeldt Use just knife to carve most of this holiday favorite Carving a Double Ball-in-Cage By Joseph A. Savarese Use hand tools to create a whimsical but exacting project Carving a Baby Shoe By Howard Hawrey Commemorate a birth or first Christmas with a unique version of a traditional gift Carving a Realistic Raccoon By Desiree Hajny Create a realistic piece by carving, woodburning, and painting
FEATURES The next Generation of Woodcarvers By Kathleen Ryan Meet six award-winning young carvers The Work of Mavasta Honyouti By Alan Garbers Hopi carver carries on the tradition in cottonwood roots PATTERNS Carving Folk-Art Birds By Don Deeroff Highlight the tool marks with a little paint to simulate feathers on these simple designs Patriotic Bear By Mike Shipley Celebrate the stars and stripes with a droll version of Uncle Sam Cooper Hawk Portrait By Sue Walters Woodburn (or relief carve) a striking wildlife portrait Genie Bottle Stopper By Lawrence Spinak Easy-carve caricature embodies a fun play on words PROJECTS Whittling Summer Earrings By Pete Luxbacher Simple designs will delight all summer long Bill’s Smile Walking Stick By Dick Bryant Add a friendly wood spirit to your walking stick Making a Hook Knife By Cariboo Blades Turn an old saw blade into a useful carving knife Carving a Caricature Cowboy By Ellis Olson Old-timer looks as rugged as the land he works Chip-Carved Toolbox By David Stewart Build and embellish your own toolbox Power Carving a Bark Outhouse By Robert De Vries Cute carving makes a useful lavatory nightlight Carving a Seashell By Bill Donaldson Stylized hardwood shell is modeled after the real thing Carving a Fisherman By Dennis Thornton Carve a curmudgeonly caricature for your favorite fisherman TECHNIQUES Shop-made Sanding Drums By Bill Kinnear Make custom rotary-tool sanders from inexpensive hardware Outdoor Finishes and Glues By Bob Duncan Use the right products to ensure your outdoor projects last Carving Lips By Harold Enlow Simple techniques to carve smiling and frowning lips Learn to Paint: Using Oil Paints Learn the basics of oil painting by making a summery plaque
FEATURES Saluting the Best By Mindy Kinsey Announcing the winners of the 2012 Best Carving Design Contest 2012 Woodcarver of the Year: By Bob Duncan Honoring the flat-plane carving pioneer for keeping a dying art alive Gifts for Carvers A handy guide to popular gifts for the carvers on your list PROJECTS Learn to Carve Low Relief By Chris Pye These progressively harder projects teach basic relief techniques Creating a Layered Relief Carving By Wayne Culley Combine individually carved layers to add depth and dimension to your work Unique Bark Houses in the Round By Rick Jensen New technique combines two pieces of bark to create freestanding carvings Whittling Lovespoons By David Western Quick and easy project makes a meaningful gift for a loved one Quick & Easy Ark Animals By Tom Hindes Use one technique to power-carve an assortment of animals two by two Creating a Tricky Troll By Floyd Rhadigan Crafty caricature hides a sinister surprise Making a Caricature Amish Man By Don Dearolf Learn to carve this iconic figure in 20 steps Quick-Carve Pumpkin House By Tim Jackson and Dennis Cabot Simple steps turn a bark house into a festive jack o’lantern Carving a Caricature Canine By Lori Dickie Use a premade blank and simple cuts to carve this adorable dog TECHNIQUES Carving a Woman’s Eyes By Ian Norbury Learn to carve these difficult but expressive features Using a Carving Arm By Laverne “Sid” Sidler How – and why – to attach a project to a carving arm
Featured in this issue: Learn to sharpen like a pro! Pocket knife whittling project How-to photo tips: Shoot your carvings with professional results Quick and easy power carved leaf earrings Chip carving with Wayne Barton - Woodcarver of the Year Hand-carved wizard staff
In this issue: 7 Fun and festive santas you can carve Whittling ornaments Quick-carver stackable snowman Painting a duck decoy Super simple sharpning Cowboy bottlestopper
FEATURES A Wood Carving Fantasy By Bob Duncan Floyd Rhadigan is known for his quick knife, appealing fantasy characters, and tireless teaching schedule. Carving Between the Covers By Kathleen Ryan Italian sculptor Nino Orlando reveals the hidden magic in carved books Carving a Place in History Woodworker Barrie Casement is helping to restore St. Patrick’s Cathedral Winning Wonders Meet the winners of the final 2016 People’s Choice Contest PROJECTS Bringing Home the Tree By Russell Scott Model T delivers memories of Christmas past Oak Leaf Tray By John Shortell This heirloom tray is as useful as it is beautiful Block Nativity By Andrew DePace Stylized design makes a beautiful and durable decoration Bright Bulb Santa By David Sharp Combine two Christmas classics with this clever ornament TECHNIQUES Carving a Nativity Scene By Carolea Hower Adaptable design can be displayed on your tree or mantel Simple Santa By Dave Stetson Change a few details to customize this easy carving Santa Variations By Susan L. Hendrix Customize your carving by sketching new accessories PATTERNS Father Christmas By Susan L. Hendrix This slightly stylized Santa will complement any holiday décor Casual Claus By Floyd Rhadigan Laid-back Santa isn’t checking the Naughty List this year Frosty Ornament By Jim Willis This jolly snowman won’t melt after the holidays Peekaboo Santa Ornaments By Carolea Hower Don’t like to carve eyes? This fast, fun Santa lets you skip ‘em Holly Napkin Holder By Marty Leenhouts Chip carve this simple design to dress up your holiday table Cardinal Ornament By Jim Willis This winter bird will add a splash of color to your tree North Pole Snowman By Steve Russell Simple relief ornament can be carved and painted quickly Peace Out Santa By Rick Stoddard Give Santa a retro look with this fun carving Quick Reindeer By Barbara Millikan Carve this ornament in a couple of hours and then let the kids add the color Hark! The Herald Angels Sing By Dennis and Susan Thornton A choir of music legends rocks the halls of heaven Carving a Caricature Soldier By Floyd Rhadigan New book is a heartfelt thanks to veterans Traditional Santa By Thomas Westmoreland Add or ignore details to tailor this pattern to your carving skills
Featured in this issue: 10 tips for realistic birds of prey Carving classic bookends Wood engraving Ozark Caricature Creating Natural Habitat Painting your chip carvings
Featured in this issue: Special woodburning issue Carve and detail a feather pin Using wood inlays for color and contrast Carve and assemble a mechanical cork stopper
Features Woodcarver of the Year By Bob Duncan Wood Carving Illustrated honors Marvin Kaisersatt Anthony Hillman’s Passion for Carving Waterfowl By Bob Duncan Turning your interests into a career can be very rewarding The Work of Frank Feather By Shawn Meyers Traveling carver leaves a lasting and valuable legacy Projects Maple Leaf Pin By Kenny Vermillion Power carve this charming seasonal brooch Brown Pelican By Gordon and Marsha Stiller It’s Me, Frank By Vicki Bishop Monster caricature is a treat to carve Carving a Hen Wood Duck By Tom Matus Basic tools and techniques for an authentic antique-style hunting decoy Relief-Carved Horse Portrait By Dean Troutman Classic portrait makes a bold statement Patchwork Clock By Cyndi Joslyn Easy-to-carve clock is a great beginner project Chip-Carved Wedding Plate By Barry McKenzie Decorative, personalized plate makes a beautiful wedding gift Halloween Witch By Anthony Costanza Create this folk-style carving using only a hobby knife Carve a Hobo By Jim and Margie Maxwell A few tools, some paint, plus a little time gives you this American icon Techniques Tools of the Trade By Chris Pye An introduction to the tools used in traditional woodcarving. Departments Editor’s Column Author Spotlight Letters to the Editor Info Exchange Bragging Page News & Notes New Products Scroll Saw Basics Wood Review
Featured in this issue: 5 step-by-step tutorials - learn from the masters Historic ship model Making antique-style decoys Eagle walking stick Same $$ Make your own carving vice
The Winter 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This holiday-themed issue dishes up a whole sleighful of Santas to keep you busy making gifts, decorations, and ornaments during the months leading up to Christmas. Beginners will enjoy making Roger Beane’s ingeniously simple Pear-Shaped Santa, and classicists will love Dwayne Gosnell’s Jolly Old Soul, while those looking for something different will appreciate Dave Francis’s Peppermint-Stick St. Nick. We devote eight pages of detailed instructions (along with 34 photographs) to help you bring Wayne Shinlever’s Dancing Santa to life. There are ornaments in abundance, along with other memorable pieces like Peter Zanauskas’s delightful Ball-in-Cage Snowman and Chuck MacKnee’s striking Circle of Love Nativity. Topping it all off is an amazing photographic tour of Betty Padden’s Carved Christmas Spectacular, an entire elfin village doing double duty as a tree stand.
Featuring 29 projects. Carve a realistic wood spirit in 24 steps. Make a folding knife for $5. Easy bark houses for all seasons. Painting special - beautiful results from ordinary house paint.
PATTERNS Cowboy Snowman By Gerald and Barb Sears Detailed patterns & painting tips help you make a Wild West snowman A Chip-Carved Christmas By Bruce & Judy Nicholas Create a tree full of festive chip-carved holiday ornaments TECHNIQUES Victorian Father Christmas By John Zanzalari A Specialized finishing technique makes this carving look like a well-loved heirloom PROJECTS Customize This Santa By Dale Green Mix and match accessories or create a custom scene to personalize this Santa carving project Whistle a Holiday Tune By Don Swartz Cute Santa carving is also a functional whistle 2-in-1 Heart Pendant By T.J. Milligan Whittle this double pendant from one piece of wood Santa Sampler Plate By John Niggemeyer Combine a chip carving and relief to create a unique holiday decoration Carving a Hedgehog By Leah Goddard Adorable realistic critter can be carved in an afternoon Ice Skate Ornament By Keoma McCaffrey Add an unexpected embellishment to an easy power-carved ornament Chip-Carved Tea Box By Marty Leenhouts A unique way to store and serve a common beverage Card Holder Santa By Tom Borecki Simple design on an oversized clothespin makes a versatile project Nativity Ornaments By Janet Bolyard Relief-carved set tells the nativity story in four scenes Elves in the Trenches By Jim LeClaire Pay tribute to the folks who really do the work on Christmas Holiday Penguin Ornament By Bob Yancey Quick and easy ornament can be carved in a few hours A Snowy Ride By Floyd Rhadigan Carving the pieces to this scene will help while away the winter
Be inspired by this skill-building issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! From a three-step scarecrow pin to an expressive Jack-o’-lantern, this fall issue is teeming with mysterious and magical projects to complement the crisp welcome of fall. With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, carving patterns, and expert guidance, you’ll carve a spooky Santa, classic rosette chip carving, trick-or-treat caricature, tiny gnome home, witch shelf-sitter, and so much more! Also included in this issue are stunning artist features, simple stretches to stay comfortable while you carve, a detailed product review of the MakerX® rotary tool and airbrush, workshop hacks, reader galleries, bonus patterns and projects, and more!
FEATURES The Art of Ken Newman Award-winning carver turns found wood into masterpieces 2005 Santa Carving Contest By Bob Duncan 50 finalists highlighted in annual contest PROJECTS Northern Cardinal By Gordon & Marsha Stiller Happy Santa By Tina Toney The compact styling of this fellow makes him an ideal project for beginners Chip Carved Golf Balls By Sharon Braunberger & Elaine Dugan Striking designs highlight this unique carving medium Santa Claus By Les Ramsey Classic Santa face makes a perfect winter welcome Rolling Caricature Animals By Desiree Hajny Easy-to-carve critters are delightfully mobile Santa with Cardinal By Vicki Bishop Wood bleach techniques make painting a snap Folk-Art Angel Tree Topper By Shawn Cipa Hand carve an instant family heirloom A Christmas Story Leg Lamp By Mike Burton Nostalgic lamp will become an instant conversation starter Painting a Hen Wood Duck By Tom Matus Use blending techniques for an antique-style finish Chip-Carved Angel Ornaments By Barry McKenzie Carve through painted blanks for an easy, yet beautiful project Santa Lamp Finial By Steve Brown A charming way to show off your seasonal carvings Herby’s Angel By Paul McLeod Easy-to-carve figure is a Holiday delight TECHNIQUES Tuning Your Tools By Chris Pye The basics of getting your tools in the right condition for carving and keeping them there DEPARTMENTS Editor’s Letter From Our Mailbag News & Notes Tips & Techniques Reader Gallery New Products Judge’s Critique Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features & Classifieds Advertising Directory Teacher’s Corner
FEATURES The Art of Lead Carving By Kathleen Ryan Skeletal Remains By Kathleen Ryan Meet Doderhultarn By Harley Refsal Decrypting Thai Carving By Mindy Kinsey Getting a Handle on it By Mindy Kinsey Learn to “Weave” Wood By Charley Phillips Straw-Stuffed Scarecrow By Jim Hiser Old World-Style Chip Carving By Jan Jenson Nuts for the Holiday By Larry Guay Getting Started with Architectural Carving By Mike Allen PROJECTS Carving a Pumpkin By Lundy Cupp Grizzly Bear Bust By Kirt Curtis New Options for Bark Cottages By Rick Jensen The Halloween Express By Greg Young Thai-Inspired Relief Carving By Steve Smith Candy Corn Goblins By Randy George
The 20th anniversary issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with carving patterns, how-to tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. We offer plenty of Christmas carving ideas for holiday gifts and decorations, from Larry Green’s delightful caricature tree ornaments to an exquisite relief-carved snowman from Lora S. Irish. Our jolly assortment of Santa projects includes Dylan Goodson’s realistic St. Nick, plus a new chance to carve our very first Santa from Woodcarving Illustrated issue #1. Carolea Hower creates smiling Santas from ordinary wooden spoons, and Randy True shows how to transform ordinary golf tees into tiny Santa ornaments! You’ll also find many great projects unrelated to Christmas that will make terrific gifts. “Game of Thrones” fans will enjoy Tamera Seevers’ dragon wand, Tom Dean shows you how to use power tools to carve heirloom-quality bracelets, and Karen Hundt-Brown uses a woodburner to turn gourds into functional lamps.
FEATURES Celebrating 15 Years of Craftsmanship in Wood GM's Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild By John Jacobus Carving out a career in the design world--1950's style Recreating a Masterpiece By Jeff Jones Turn-of-the-century table inspires a life-long love of carving, three generations later The Netsuke Carvings of Cornel Schneider Detailed carvings demonstrate a love of nature Antler Sculpture by Bill Matz Fascinating medium proceduces unique carvings PROJECTS Carved Garden Chair By Jan Oegema Customize this sturdy chair with your own relief carved designs Chip Carved Landscape By Barry McKenzie Free-form chip carving enhances natural wood grain Realistic Rabbit By Leah Wachter Texturing techniques bring this adorable rabbit to life Carving the Ball and Claw By Mike Burton Sequential carving helps you duplicate this traditional furniture element Native American Bust By Mark Gargac Portraying character with distinctive facial features Hand Carved Classics By Kivel Weaver Practice your knife carving with chain links and a ball-in-cage Cottonwood Bark Viking By Rick Jensen Rugged features make this warrior the perfect subject for bark carving Carving Habitat: Twig By Kenny Vermillion Power carve highly detailed branches tailored to showcase Relief Carve a Whimsical House By Jim Cline Power tools speed up the carving process and add unique texture TECHNIQUES The Design Process By Marv Kaisersatt Taking a caricature from concept to completion Setting Up Shop By Chris Pye A carver needs more than sharp tools; the workspace, bench, and lighting are equally important DEPARTMENTS Editor's Letter From Our Mailbag News & Notes Tips & Techniques Reader Gallery New Products Judge's Critique Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Advertising Directory & Classifieds Teacher's Corner
Featured in this issue: Summer carving projects for beginners Workshop designs One knife project - carve a folk figure in under two hours Friendship cane -group carving project Turned and carved - an expert gallery Meet Rick Butz - Woodcarver of the Year Bald eagle portrait
The world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. In this issue we feature a fine selection of relief carving projects, from Bob Stadtlander’s tranquil standing blue heron to Carolea Hower’s two-sided Thanksgiving/Christmas ornament. Dylan Goodson reveals his tricks for creating the illusion of distance in relief landscapes, while Betty Padden explains her simple techniques for high-relief carving. Other popular carving methods are well represented too, from carving-in-the-round to caricature and chip carving. Leah Goddard shows how to create a magnificent bighorn ram bust using only five tools. Mike Pounders’s trick-or-treat witch makes an amusing addition to your Halloween decorations, while Marty Leenhouts’s welcoming house sign, carved from high density urethane, will stand up under the toughest weather conditions.
The Fall 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. Get carving now with these 18 fun and easy weekend projects from some of the very best carvers in the world! Fred and Elaine Stenman present a rustic fall landscape in low relief, and Deborah Pompano proves that autumn is the perfect season to burn with a vivid cardinal pyro project. Light up your house this Halloween with a friendly painted pumpkin spook from Betty Padden, while Janet Bolyard’s fun and functional Frankenstein relief carving will have trick-or-treaters in stitches. Learn carving techniques from the experts, as Lora S. Irish shows how to create an interesting stone effect, and Marty Leenhouts demonstrates his versatile chip-carved borders to embellish a variety of projects. Bob Duncan test drives the hardiest wood-removing tools on the market, and offers a handy review of power carving basics.
The Spring 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels. Bob Hershey shares his step-by-step instructions for creating realistic fur texture on a caricature bunny, while Dylan Goodson shows you how to carve an amazingly lifelike rendition of the human hand. Russell Scott’s charming “Holding Tightly” project makes an easy-carve gift for your Valentine sweetheart. Kathleen Ryan describes the fascinating 700-year history of hand carved cookie molds, setting the stage for Keoma McCaffrey’s delicious cookie mold carving project. With its simple body shape and feather structure, Randy Conner’s Carolina wren makes a perfect first power carving subject. And if you are just starting out in woodcarving, don’t miss Bob Duncan’s snap guide to all the tools you need to get started.
Folk Art Fox Here’s a quick and easy project with lots of appeal. Ozark Grin Carving legend Harold Enlow shows you why the mouth, more than any part of the face, enhances the look of a figure. Carving a Realistic Dachshund Mastering these basic techniques will enable you to bring any breed of dog out of the wood. From the Mind of James The imaginative and award-winning works of James Fecteau will fuel your passion for carving. Paint a Scandinavian-Style Troll Master carver Harley Refsal shares his techniques for painting the character you carved from the last issue. Caribou Pattern by Gordon Stiller Introducing a new regular pattern column from Gordon Stiller’s pattern archive of about 2,500 land and sea animals. Extreme Pumpkin Carving This October, showcase your carving skills with something special for Halloween. Product Review Sealing and priming is faster and more effective and blending is purer with the new JansenArt Traditions high quality matte acrylic paint. Celebrating Small Victories Here’s a challenge—try carving in a 2" x 2" cube. You won’t believe these carvers’ work from the Dayton, Ohio, Artistry in Wood competitions. Sassafras Turtle Leo Datzman, a winner in the WCI-Woodcraft® Supply 2003 Wildlife Carving Contest, recalls what he did for his tortoise to finish first in the Amateur—Other Wildlife division. Swiss Woodcarvings Bulldog Bulletin Board Bow-wow wow! Kathy Wise shows how to relief carve this popular dog to watch over your messages and reminders. An Introduction to Carving Miniature—Netsuke Welcome to Susan Wraight’s small, small world of netsuke, part of Japanese traditional dress now highly sought after collector pieces worth $1,000s. Lost in Thought Santa—Pattern Profile Wood Review: Tulipwood Not easy to carve but its rich colors, fine texture and straight grain make it appealing. The Dream Weaver There’s much to learn from professional woodcarver Ian Norbury, whose carvings are in collections all over the world. Ultimate Power Sharpener Put to the test, this sharpening machine has a lot going for it, including easy handling of heavy-duty carving tools while running fast enough to make a sharp, polished cutting edge relatively quick. Regular Columns Publisher’s Letter From Our Mailbag News & Notes Tips & Techniques Relief Column from Lora S. Irish Reader’s Gallery Calendar of Events Advertising Directory Classifieds
The Summer 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This issue includes quick-carve projects that are perfect for campouts and teaching kids. Celebrate the patriotic holidays by whittling eagle heads, or capture the sounds of summer with a wood spirit whistle. Try your hand at an action-packed baseball pitcher caricature, or chip-carve a peaceful summer scene. Harold Enlow shows how to carve a classic cowboy—from the iconic hat to the stubbly beard—in 20 easy steps. Karen Henderson reveals her simple trick that lets you handcarve colorful wood to make gorgeous spoons. Desiree Hajny teaches how to combine carving and woodburning techniques to create a fearsome tiger, and Deborah Pompano’s lighthouse pyro pattern is perfect for beginners. But whatever you carve, keep your tools sharp! You can have sharp tools in just 10 minutes by using Bob Duncan’s quick & easy method for hand-sharpening most knives, gouges & v-tools.
FEATURES John Burke Woodcarver of the Year Popular author and instructor honored for his contributions to woodcarving A Carved Tribute to the Edmund Fitzgerald Patrick Pointer's detailed relief carvings immortalize this famous Great Lakes freighter First Cuts Shawn Cipa and Rick Jensen provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings PROJECTS Making Colorful Leaf Tiles By Cyndi Joslyn Easy relief carvings have a variety of uses Whittling a 5-minute Owl By Jan Oegema Easy beginner project is ideal for teaching and demonstrations Carving a Cherry Leaf Bowl By Brian Bailey Showcase wood's natural beauty with this simple and functional design Making an Elegant Book Stand By Marty Leenhouts Hand carve this ingenious folding stand from a single piece of wood Hand Carve a Majestic Buck By Desiree Hajny Capture the graceful beauty of a whitetail deer in wood Carve a Gift-bearing Santa By Don Dearolf Easy-to-carve holiday icon is a clever way to present a cash gift Carving a Caricature Colt By Floyd Rhadigan Simple stylized horse is easy to carve Carving a Flying Witch By Dave and Michele Stetson Create your own humorous Halloween display Osprey Pattern by Gordon and Marsha Stiller TECHNIQUES Choosing Power Carving Bits By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton Make smart purchases with a basic understanding of the cutters available DEPARTMENTS Editor's Column From Our Mailbag News and Notes Tips and Techniques Reader Gallery Product Review Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Ad Directory & Classifieds Woodchips
The Summer 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This issue includes quick-carve projects that are perfect for campouts and teaching kids. Celebrate the patriotic holidays by whittling eagle heads, or capture the sounds of summer with a wood spirit whistle. Try your hand at an action-packed baseball pitcher caricature, or chip-carve a peaceful summer scene. Harold Enlow shows how to carve a classic cowboy—from the iconic hat to the stubbly beard—in 20 easy steps. Karen Henderson reveals her simple trick that lets you handcarve colorful wood to make gorgeous spoons. Desiree Hajny teaches how to combine carving and woodburning techniques to create a fearsome tiger, and Deborah Pompano’s lighthouse pyro pattern is perfect for beginners. But whatever you carve, keep your tools sharp! You can have sharp tools in just 10 minutes by using Bob Duncan’s quick & easy method for hand-sharpening most knives, gouges & v-tools.
FEATURES 2008 Santa Carving Contest Prize-winning entries and highlights from this year's contest Woodcarving that Gets Noticed By Rex Branson Team mascots on a large scale promote woodcarving and community pride. Preserving a Historic Art Form By Christle A. Johnson Bob Johnson shares his passion for carving fish decoys with students Carved Nativities By Kurt Eberling and Helli Mayr Exploring the tradition of Krippel Schaun in Tirol, Austria First Cuts Gary Batte, Steve Prescott, Joe Schumacher, and Desiree Hajny share their first carvings PROJECTS Saw Whet Owl By Gordon and Marsha Stiller Chip Carve a Star Tree Topper By Roger Strautman Carve through bleached wood to highlight chip cavities Happy Christmas Gnome By Ross Oar Easy beginner character can be carved as Santa's helper or a garden gnome Whimsical Santa Holds your Christmas Stocking By Shawn Cipa Delightful folk-art style carving is a functional addition to your holiday décor Power Carving a Dove Ornament By Hugh Parks Classic symbol of peace makes a beautiful Christmas ornament Carving in High Relief By Chris Pye Produce a dramatic effect by lowering the background and undercutting the subject Santa Brings Home the Christmas Tree By Mark Akers Charming details highlight this action pose Carving Candy Cane Ornaments By Hershal Borders Practice basic carving and painting skills with easy Christmas ornaments Hershal Borders bonus cane gallery Carving a Snowman Collector's Plate By Robert Biermann Learn the basics of intaglio carving with this cheerful winter relief scene Carving a Traditional Lovespoon By David Western Classic heart design is a great project for novice carvers Gilding a House Sign By Francis S. Lestingi Learn gold-leafing techniques with a handcarved plaque DEPARTMENTS Editor’s Letter From Our Mailbag News & Notes Tips & Techniques Reader Gallery Product Review Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Advertising Directory & Classifieds Teacher’s Corner Woodchips
Feel inspired with the magic of the holiday season with the 2020 winter issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a simple snowman, flat-plane reindeer, chip carved calendar, decorative ornaments, winter and Christmas caricatures, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, helpful tips, and full-size patterns, also included in this festive issue is an extensive reader gallery, inspiring artist features, insightful technique lessons, product reviews, and more!
Featured in this issue: Gift guide for carvers Special holiday carving projects Santa carving gallery 9 ornament ideas Seeasonal cookie molds Power carved chickadee ornament Carve your own holiday cards
Featured in this issue: 5 step-by-step tutorials - learn from the masters Historic ship model Making antique-style decoys Eagle walking stick Same $$ Make your own carving vice
FEATURES Stunning Soap Carving By Kathleen Ryan Experts turn simple soap into works of art Carving and Turning: Lathes By Bob Duncan Make your own carving blanks while learning a new hobby PATTERNS Fantastic Wizard By Shawn Cipa Stylized design is easy to carve and customize Celtic Twist Green Man By Lora S. Irish Combine Celtic knotwork with a traditional green man for a modern relief carving Want-A-Be By Dennis and Susan Thornton A fun caricature of a mule who wants to be so much more PROJECTS Turning Over a New Leaf By Keoma McCaffrey Upcycle a vintage wooden bowl with power-carved leaves Little Stinker By Bob Hershey Amusing skunk caricature is easy to customize Chip-Carved Bread Board By Wayne Barton Customize the design to make a personalized kitchen decoration Floral Love Spoon By Barry Onslow Combine power carving with hand tools to make this attractive project Scrambled Eggs By John Reichling Transform turned eggs into whimsical fish Carving a Northern Cardinal By Terry Everitt Use disposable blades to carve this colorful songbird Carving a Native American By Stu Martin Realistic Western icon is simple but powerful Power Carving a Morning Glory By Wanda Marsh Use a delicate touch to carve this stunning flower TECHNIQUES Carving a Soap Flower By Sue Wagner Soft and lacking grain, a bar of soap is easy to carve Learn to Paint: Spring Tulips By Betty Padden Practice painting with this new series; start by learning about acrylic paints, brushes, and blending
This issue features: Power carving: quick, easy, effective Hiking sticks: with ball-inpcage design Simple and strong shellac finishes Easy-carve realistic eyes Make a dragon for your desk Carve more, sharpen less: our $90 solution
Featured in this issue: Gift guide for carvers Special holiday carving projects Santa carving gallery 9 ornament ideas Seeasonal cookie molds Power carved chickadee ornament Carve your own holiday cards
Featured in this issue: 10 tips for realistic birds of prey Carving classic bookends Wood engraving Ozark Caricature Creating Natural Habitat Painting your chip carvings
Featured in this issue: Special woodburning issue Carve and detail a feather pin Using wood inlays for color and contrast Carve and assemble a mechanical cork stopper
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