Carving and modelling, moulding and casting Books
Fox Chapel Publishing Big Book of Whittle Fun: 31 Simple Projects You
Book SynopsisThe 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.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Woodcarving Magic: How to Transform A Single
Book SynopsisIf you thought carving a linked chain or a ball-in-cage was a challenge, get ready for some mind-altering woodcarving projects! Learn how to uncover the structure of space by looking inside a pieceof wood and carving away anything that doesn''t match your vision.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Twenty Decorative Carving Projects in Period
Book SynopsisWoodcarvers of all abilities will develop new skills, as well as gain an understanding of various carving styles as they evolved through history.
£19.96
Fox Chapel Publishing Relief Carving Projects & Techniques (Best of
Book SynopsisRelief Carving Projects and Techniques features tried-and-tested relief woodcarving projects and patterns to create an assortment of compelling carvings for the home and beyond.It is packed with 37 relief woodcarving projects and patterns from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated, plus expert advice from favourite authors, including Lora S. Irish, Kathy Wise and Bob Duncan.Join them as they create an assortment of compelling carvings for the home and beyond. Follow step-by-step instructions to create everything, from trivets, clocks and signs to mantels in wood, or adapt some of the many patterns to create your own projects.Trade ReviewWow! Thirty-seven beautiful patterns and projects are packed into these 144 pages. Not only that, but there is expert advice and techniques to go along with it. The authors show you how to hand carve or power-carve all of these great projects. Carve a pin tail duck or a lighthouse, a majestic stag or even just a simple apple, you will love the details found here. How about an elaborately gilded address sign or a beautiful floral clock all carved in relief. This is an excellent book for the beginner and the expert.Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started Power Carving in Relief Working with Relief Carving Patterns: Make a Mule Deer Head Portrait Gluing Up Relief Carving Panels: It's in the Camber Relief Carving Projects Trivet Designs Make Great Holiday Gifts The Grand Old Flag Egg Kolrosing: Norwegian Line Carving Carving a Snowman Collector's Plate Autumn Barn Scene Relief Carver's Depth Finder Relief Carve a Magical Fairy Door Bulldog Bulletin Board and Finishing the Bulldog Bulletin Board Country Charm Quilt Squares Hen Board Relief Carve a Winter Lighthouse Color Guard Decorative Floral Sled Relief Carved Sunflower Clock Creating a Deep relief Mantel Lettering, Signs, and Cards Heirloom Alphabet Blocks Carve a Sign Carving a House Sign Gilding a House Sign Custom Presentation Plaque Print Your Own Holiday Cards Patterns
£11.69
Fox Chapel Publishing Faces Noses and Hair Study Stick Kit
Book SynopsisCarve various types of faces, noses, and hair alongside one of the leading caricature carvers in the country, Harold Enlow. Learn expert tips and techniques to achieve detailed facial features and make your carvings pop with life and expression. Kit contains a high-quality, hand-cast resin study stick with a wood color stain and a 32-page instructional booklet with step-by-step instructions and coordinating photography, making this a must-have addition to your woodcarving library! Study stick measures 12” in height.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing History of Lovespoons: The Art and Traditions of
Book SynopsisThis book focuses on how the beautiful and unique tradition of lovespoons came into being and the significance of the symbols carved into almost every lovespoon handle. Filled with rich, vivid pictures of lovespoons from across Europe and Africa, along with historical facts and myths, this book is an excellent way to understand and appreciate this ancient romantic tradition.Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: The History of Lovespoons Chapter 2: Lovespoon Myths Chapter 3: Symbols Chapter 4: Interpreting Lovespoons Chapter 5: Making a Lovespoon Chapter 6: Lovespoons Today - A Gallery Sources
£11.97
Fox Chapel Publishing Whittling Folk-Art Style Fishing Lures: Complete
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive booklet contains carving and painting instructions for folk-art-style fishing lures, including nine whittling patterns, instructions for making your own decorative hardware and display stand, plus bonus instructions for a wooden bobber. Using simple shapes, a few carved details, a bit of wood or copper for fins, and one knife, you'll be able to create these artistic lures and learn how to expand on the one-knife technique to create other basic lure shapes. All the tools and supplies you'll need can be found at your local arts and crafts store if you don't already have them on hand.
£11.66
Fox Chapel Publishing Woodcarver's Workbook: Two Volumes in One!
Book SynopsisGet started in woodcarving animals with these high quality patterns, illustrated instructions and a simple craft knife. One of the classic titles on woodcarving is now repackaged and available again. It offers the perfect mix of technical knowledge, instruction, creativity and projects for carvers who wish to master the most popular animal subjects: cougars, rabbits, wolves, dogs, whitetail deer, bighorn sheep, wild mustangs, unicorns and moose. The humour and clarity of the easy to follow instructions inspires woodworkers to expand the reach of their carving skills.Table of ContentsCarving Basics. Cougar. Cottontail rabbit. Wolf. Pointer dog. Bighorn ram. Whitetail buck. Mustang horse and unicorn. Moose. bear with wolves. Bison. Mules, Driving and Draft Horses. Cow with Calf, Grandpa and Grandson. Bulls, Longhorn, Oxen. Bobcat. Caribou and Ambling Elk. Dead Elk. Mounted Indian. Finishing your carving. Building displays and bases.
£14.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Whittling Pencils: Projects and Techniques
Book SynopsisThis introduction to the slender craft of pencil carving shows how to make ordinary pencils come to life. Readers learn to whittle fascinating Santa pencils, Wood Spirits, Leprechauns and even an iconic Uncle Sam. Each complete project includes detailed instructions for whittling these skinny subjects, accompanied by dozens of step-by-step illustrations. The author provides important tips for selecting the proper micro-mini carving tools, plus advice on choosing the right kind of oversized pencil - made from plastic resin - that will take fine detail. He describes different options for popular beard variations, plus basic rules for painting, finishing and sealing.Table of ContentsSupplies Introduction Carving the Santa Pencil Carving the Wood Spirit Pencil Carving the Uncle Sam Pencil The Leprechaun Pencil Beard Variations Painting and Finishing
£10.34
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving the Female Figure DVD Volume 1
Book SynopsisIan Norbury provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques. He guides the viewer, step by step, through the complexities of carving a beautiful full female figure in basswood. The disk includes plan drawings, still photographs and 80 minutes of detailed video instruction.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving the Female Figure 2 DVD Region 1 NTSC
Book SynopsisIan Norbury provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques. He guides the viewer step-by-step through the carving process, and demonstrates how to go from an ordinary round log to a beautiful, completely symmetrical figure. The disk includes plan drawings, still photographs and 45 minutes of detailed video instruction.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving a Female Head DVD
Book SynopsisIan Norbury provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques. This DVD is a simple but excellent introduction to carving a portrait head, with expert guidance at every stage. The disk includes plan drawings, still photographs and 45 minutes of step-by-step video instruction.
£15.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving a Horse Head DVD
Book SynopsisIan Norbury provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques. He shows how to carve a horse's head in basswood in this 60-minute video, from plan drawings to finishing technique. The disk includes still photographs of the completed carving taken from different angles.
£15.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving a Portrait in Relief DVD Region 1 NTSC
Book SynopsisIan Norbury provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques. This is the easiest of his DVDs, requiring only the most ordinary piece of wood, few tools and little experience. The disk includes plan drawings, still photographs and 45 minutes of step-by-step video instruction.
£14.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving the Male Torso DVD
Book SynopsisIan Norbury is recognized as one of the world's leading wood sculptors, with works in Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. Here this living master provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques for producing a finished piece. The disk includes plan drawings, a tool list, and still photographs. Ian offers 45 minutes of step-by-step video instructions for carving a striking male torso. He covers key muscle structures and underlying anatomy. His finishing techniques include how to deal with knots in wood. This is not a difficult carving and with a block of strongly grained wood the viewer can create a truly memorable piece.
£16.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving Uncle Sam
Book SynopsisIan Norbury is recognized as one of the world's leading wood sculptors, with works in Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. Here this living master provides one-to-one virtual training for aspiring woodcarvers, as he carves and explains his techniques for creating an iconic Uncle Sam. The 45 minute disk includes printable plan drawings, dozens of still photographs and more than 70 step-by-step video clips.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Old Time Whittling: Easy Techniques for Carving
Book SynopsisMaster the old-fashioned craft of whittling with this easy-to-learn beginner's guide. Even if you've never carved a piece of wood before, Old Time Whittling will show you how to create iconic whittling classics like the wooden chain, ball-in-a-cage, arrow-through-the-heart and more. Woodcarving instructor and author Keith Randich takes you step-by-step through 10 projects, with concise instructions and more than 50 photographs and diagrams.Table of ContentsIntroduction Wood Knives and Keeping them Sharp Safety An Egg? The Brogan Ball in the Cage Wooden Chain Four More Whittler's Tricks Carving in Shallow Relief The Face Bibliography
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Chip Carving Workshop: More Than 200 Ready-to-Use
Book SynopsisChip carving, also known as spoon carving or "Kerbschnitt," is the ideal introduction to woodcarving for beginners. This simple traditional carving method uses just a few basic knives to remove selected chips of wood in small triangles, squares and free-form curves, producing amazingly intricate and delicate results. Nationally known woodcarving artist and author Lora S. Irish shows you how to get started in this venerable craft. Chip Carving Workshop takes you through all of the essential chip carving techniques, from tool sharpening and preparation to hand positions, chip cutting and finishing. You'll discover how to use both geometric shapes and free form designs to create wonderfully detailed patterns. Practice projects will have you decorating household items and creating artistic pieces in a variety of original designs.Trade ReviewFor those who-like me-aspire to be chip carvers, Lora Irish has created a valuable resource. She begins with a brief review of basic chip carving techniques, including the choice of wood, transferring patterns, sharpening and hand positions. While this brief overview touches on all the essential topics, I didn't think it provided enough detail for those of us at the very beginning of our chip carving careers. A few good beginning guides you can consult if you are at the same stage include Wayne Barton's The Complete Guide to Chip Carving and Dennis Moor's Chip Carver's Workbook. Jeff Fleisher also offers a beginner's guide book and pattern stamping kit that will get you into carving practice quickly. The real strength of Irish's book comes after the introduction. First is a practice project to carve a heart border trivet that uses most of the cuts a carver would use in working other designs. This section is liberally illustrated and contains many helpful tips to make the work flow smoothly and effectively, whether the cuts are triangles, squares and rectangles, straight wall cuts, curved or sawtooth borders or free-form. Special features include an illustrated assessment of common chip carving mistakes and tips for applying a vintage finish to the trivet project. Chapter 2 illustrates some layouts often used in chip carving, including some, like the double wedding ring, derived from traditional quilt patterns. This brief chapter will provide a rich source of inspiration for overall layout designs. Most of the book is taken up by chapter 3, which is an extensive set of grids and patterns that can be built up in varying combinations to create endless designs of virtually any size or shape. The patterns are represented by line drawings on grid backgrounds and accompanied in many cases by photos of the resulting carvings, a valuable addition. The patterns are grouped by the number of grid squares on which they are based and range from 3 X 3 to 4 X 8 grids. These are supplemented by illustrations of border grids, fill patterns, straight wall cut grids and a number of other grid designs. Next is a selection of circular grids, centerpiece motifs and some original patterns for trivets, wall plates and clock faces. The book concludes with several practice grids that can be copied and used to create your own designs. Irish's book is a valuable resource for anyone aspiring to excel at chip carving. It is not, as stated earlier, the best initial resource for a carver who is just beginning the carving journey. A little more basic instruction on hand positions and sharpening angles in particular will be helpful to those starting out. However, once the hand positions are mastered and the knives razor sharp, Irish's book is an outstanding next step. Not only will the heart border trivet provide a thorough practice project but the array of designs that make up the bulk of the book is truly comprehensive. With the caveat noted, this book is highly recommended to chip carvers at all levels.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Chip Carving Techniques -Practice Project -Gallery Chapter 2 Simple Layout Ideas Chpater 3 Chip Carving Grids and Patterns -4x4 grids -6x6 grids -7x7 grids -8x8 grids -4x8 grids -Border grids -Fill patterns -Straight wall cut grids -Decorative grids -Circular layouts -Centerpiece motifs -Square layouts
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving the Native American: Step-by-Step
Book SynopsisCarving the Native American takes you step-by-step through the creation of an expressive American Indian bust. From starting with a clay model to detailing the tiniest curves of the face, it guides you through the entire process of sculpting a large lifelike bust. Both beginning and veteran carvers will discover practical techniques and strategies to apply to any large sculptural carving.
£12.99
Fox Chapel Publishing 135 Gunstock Carving Patterns
Book SynopsisCreate your own one-of-a-kind functional artwork that will be cherished for years to come with this treasury of 135 classic gunstock carving patterns. You're sure to find the best carving pattern here for your next project, from basic checkering to dramatic hunting-related scenes. Excellent choices are provided for every skill level, from beginner to expert, so you can start with a basic pattern and tackle more intricate designs as your experience in gunstock carving grows.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Woodcarving, Revised and Expanded: Techniques &
Book SynopsisThis is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn woodcarving. It includes topics such as how to work safely, pick the right wood and sharpen and care for tools. Carving things from wood is easy and lots of fun. This book is the perfect place to start learning an enjoyable hobby that lasts a lifetime. With just a few simple tools, a piece of wood, and the skills you'll acquire here, you'll be on your way to creating wonderful keepsakes and hand-carved gifts. Each of the seven projects inside take only a few hours to complete. Designed to build basic woodcarving skills, each lesson teaches you something new, and raises your confidence as you learn to transfer patterns, use carving tools and finish wood. In addition, you'll discover how to work safely, pick the right wood and sharpen and care for your tools.
£12.74
Fox Chapel Publishing Extreme Pumpkin Carving, Second Edition Revised
Book SynopsisThis title features twenty pumpkin carving patterns with full-colour photographs. It includes instructions for using handy household tools as well as professional tools. It appeals to different audiences: Woodcarvers as well as Halloween enthusiasts. Providing a new twist on a holiday tradition, Extreme Pumpkin Carving, 2nd Edition illustrates how to carve fun three-dimensional faces and scenes in solid pumpkins (no hollowing necessary) using tools ranging from kitchen knives to carving gouges and chisels. Complete information is provided for getting started, including an overview of tools and tips for finding the best pumpkin to work with.
£12.29
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving Fantasy & Legend Figures in Wood, Revised
Book SynopsisThis book helps you create wonderful mythical creatures with in-depth carving and painting demonstrations. It is designed for beginning and intermediate carvers. Beginning and intermediate carvers will learn to create wonderful mythical creatures from wood with the patterns and step-by-step projects in this book from noted author and carver Shawn Cipa. Carving Fantasy & Legend Figures in Wood, Revised Edition offers expert guidance for carving all the great creatures of legend, including wizards, dragons, faeries, mermaids and more. Two in-depth carving and painting demonstrations are each accompanied by dozens of step-by-step colour photos. Detailed patterns and colour reference photos are also provided for ten additional popular fantasy figures, including a unicorn, troll, gargoyle, phoenix and gryphon. It includes a basic introduction to woodcarving that offers advice on using the proper tools, selecting wood and paint types, using patterns and painting and finishing techniques.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving Realistic Flowers, Revised Edition:
Book SynopsisThis book helps you learn to carve roses, hibiscuses, and morning glories that are strikingly true to life! This beginning-to-advanced-level carving book offers three projects designed to teach the carving skills needed to recreate any flower, using a rotary carving tool for most operations. Each project incorporates new skills and techniques that are structured to guide you through the basics of flower carving. The author, an award-winning woodcarver, offers step-by-step instructions for carving and texturing a lifelike flower, along with full-size patterns and excellent painting guidelines. Beautiful close-up reference photographs of real flowers reveal subtle variations in bloom, petals and leaf groupings. This book includes a detailed examination of all the power tools needed to create realistic carvings, including bits and burs, flexible shaft machines, handpieces and dust collectors.
£11.73
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving Deer: Patterns and Reference for
Book SynopsisJoin award-winning woodcarver Desiree Hajny as she reveals her artistic approach to carving majestic white-tailed deer. Desiree is well known for her lifelike, richly detailed animal carvings. Now she shares her knowledge and carving secrets with you in this handy reference guide.Celebrate the natural beauty of wild deer as you create your own magnificent woodcarvings. Inside you’ll find ready-to-use carving patterns for making beautifully realistic bucks, does, and fawns. Clear reference photos provide inspiring views of deer from all angles, and color-coded anatomy sketches help you to understand how they move. The author offers expert tips for carving challenging details like eyes, nose, and mouth, along with texturing, painting, and finishing techniques.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Complete Book of Gourd Carving, Revised &
Book SynopsisThis is an essential guide to gourd carving, covering every method and style. It includes contributions by 92 international gourd artists and more than 625 gorgeous colour photographs. Instructions are provided for working with both hand tools and powered rotary carvers. This authoritative guide covers every method and style of gourd carving, with contributions by 92 international gourd artists and more than 625 gorgeous colour photographs. Fretwork, engraving, chip carving, gouge work, relief carving, inlay and sculptural carving are all thoroughly examined. A newly expanded gallery section, the largest ever published, will inspire gourd artists everywhere. Colour photographs of exquisitely carved gourds present crafts styles from countries around the world. Step-by-step projects introduce new tools and techniques in progressive order of difficulty. Detailed instructions are provided for working with both hand tools and powered rotary carvers. Filled with new patterns and photos, creative ideas and remarkable examples, Complete Book of Gourd Carving, Revised and Expanded is an essential reference for both crafters and art collectors.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Art of Chainsaw Carving, 2nd Edn
Book SynopsisAward-winning sculptor Jessie Groeschen takes an insider's look at the tradition of chainsaw carving. It explores the history of this stylish art, from its early pioneers to today's innovative urban wood recovery projects. It also includes a project for carving a beautiful Sun, Moon and Bear Chair. Award-winning chainsaw sculptor Jessie Groeschen takes an insider's look at the people whose talents, styles and personalities make chainsaw carving so fascinating. With new artist profiles and colourful new photographs, this is the story of the fearless men and women who are carving out a contemporary art form for all to enjoy. Art of Chainsaw Carving, Second Edition presents the diversity and achievements of this stylish art, from its early pioneers to today's innovative urban wood recovery projects. Readers will also find step-by-step instructions on how to carve a beautiful Sun, Moon and Bear Chair. Demonstrated by the author, this project reveals the fascinating process of using a chainsaw to unlock the raw and natural beauty of wood.Trade Review"A wonderful glimpse into a specialized form of woodworking" --Barb Siddiqui, WoodCentral "Inspirational and eye-opening with regard to the numerous ways of making art with a chainsaw" --Karen Tiede Studio "If you have ever doubted that Chainsaw Carving is a legitimate art form, this book is sure to convince you otherwise" --The Australian Woodworker
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Compound Christmas Ornaments for the Scroll Saw,
Book SynopsisThe best ornaments on the Christmas tree are always those that are handmade! Use your scroll saw to create memorable three-dimensional Christmas ornaments to hang on your tree, use as holiday decorations, or give to family and friends. Inside you’ll find dozens of inventive ready-to-use patterns to use in creating inspirational ornaments, nativity scenes, tree toppers, holiday centerpieces, snowmen candlestick holders, and much, much more.Each festive design in this newly revised book features compound cutting, a simple technique that uses multiple cuts to produce amazingly complex-looking results. Follow the author's instructions to learn the secret of making compound cuts on your scroll saw. Her easy methods will give your ornaments height, width, and depth, providing impressive results at any skill level.
£12.35
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving Bears: Patterns and Reference for
Book SynopsisJoin award-winning woodcarver Desiree Hajny as she reveals her artistic approach to carving North America's most exciting predator. Desiree is well known for her lifelike, richly detailed animal carvings. Now she shares her knowledge and carving secrets with you in this handy reference guide. Celebrate the natural beauty of wild bears as you create your own magnificent woodcarvings!Inside you'll find ready-to-use patterns for carving three species of bears: black, grizzly and polar. Clear reference photos provide inspiring views of bears from all angles and colour-coded anatomy sketches help you to understand how they move. The author offers expert tips for carving challenging details like eyes, nose, ears and paws, along with texturing, painting and finishing techniques.
£8.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Wood Spirits and Green Men: A Design Sourcebook
Book SynopsisThis title features 40 original patterns for carving your own Green Men and Wood Spirits. It provides a short history of these popular mythical figures. It includes step-by-step demonstrations and an inspirational full-colour gallery. Green men and wood spirits, historical symbols that link the forces of nature and humanity, have re-emerged as popular subjects for woodcarvers and other artists. This ultimate sourcebook for carving these classic figures, from noted artist and author Lora S. Irish, offers a short history and evolution of the green man and wood spirit symbols. Two step-by-step demonstrations, for carving a Green Man and a Wood Spirit Walking Stick, are provided by renowned carvers Chris Pye and Shawn Cipa. 40 ready-to-use, original patterns are also included, along with a full-colour gallery of eye-catching and inspiring photos from Clive Hicks. Inside this book you'll find all the tips, techniques, information and inspiration necessary to successfully create your own interpretation of this timeless icon - in any craft medium you choose.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing U.S. Military Designs for Woodworking & Other
Book SynopsisThis creative sourcebook of U.S. military art offers dozens of full-size patterns for use in Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy-themed projects. These ready-to-use designs are perfect for use in crafts from scroll sawing and woodcarving to pyrography, papercrafts, and leatherwork. Commemorative insignia are provided for all major modern U.S military operations, including World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf Wars, and Afghanistan. This special collection of military designs includes patterns by the late Dirk Boelman, co-founder of the Scroll Sawing for Veterans Program.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Scandinavian Figure Carving: From Viking Times to
Book SynopsisDiscover a beautiful Scandinavian folk art with "Scandinavian Figure Carving." One of the world s most notable folk artists, author Harley Refsal has been decorated by the King of Norway for his pioneering contributions to Norwegian culture, particularly traditional Scandinavian flat-plane figure carving. A Professor Emeritus of Scandinavian Folk Art, he shares his expertise with thousands of carvers in courses and presentations across North America. Harley was featured in a PBS "Craft in America" episode, appeared as guest woodcarver on "Prairie Home Companion," and was honored as Woodcarver of the Year by "Woodcarving Illustrated" magazine.In this book, Harley presents a fascinating overview of an enchanting folk art. Discover the rich history of Scandinavian figure carving from the Viking era to the modern day, with photographs and illustrations of medieval decorative pieces. Biographies of the greatest 19th and 20th century Scandinavian carvers are provided along with representative photographs of their work. Readers can even try their own hand at the art, with step-by-step instructions for carving an iconic Dalecarlian horse. "Harley is the approachable, down-to-earth, and beloved woodcarving instructor Steve Johnson, Executive Director, Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum"
£13.62
Fox Chapel Publishing Chip Carved Christmas Ornaments: 46 Patterns with
Book SynopsisChip Carved Christmas Ornaments demonstrates how to create an endless variety of exquisite, wooden Christmas ornaments for your tree using only two knives and just three basic cuts. A selection of ready-to- use full-size patterns include versatile elements that can be re-combined with infinite variations.Chip carving, one of the earliest forms of traditional woodcarving, is also one of the easiest methods for beginners to learn. By following the expert advice of award-winning chip carver Bruce Nicholas, carvers of all abilities can create finely pierced, festive ornaments that will let the Christmas lights shine through.The author also reveals his beautiful techniques for staining the ornaments with water colour pencils, allowing you to create eye- catching decorations that will brighten your home. But the fun doesn't need to stop there; why not help spread Christmas cheer by making ornaments for family, friends and neighbours?
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Realistic Pumpkin Carving: 24 Spooky, Scary, and
Book SynopsisMake Halloween magic this year and carve the best pumpkin on the block! This book will show you how to use easy-to-learn techniques to create amazing "3D" pumpkin personalities that will astonish your neighbours, family and friends.Award-winning pumpkin carver Lundy Cupp teaches you how to use simple household knives and inexpensive tools to carve memorable pumpkin faces, from frightful and spooky to fanciful and goofy.Learn the secrets of bringing expressive pumpkin characters to life by adding realistic details like teeth and eyes-instead of just cutting out solid shapes.Lundy takes you step-by-step through detailed projects for both beginning and advanced carvers. Twenty ready-to-use patterns are included for carving imaginative faces in pumpkins, gourds, squashes and sweet potatoes.
£9.49
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving & Painting Noah's Ark: Easy-Build Ark
Book SynopsisCarve and paint a folk art masterpiece that will delight your family for generations to come. This book shows you how to create your own big in-the-round Noah s Ark to use as either a delightful children s toy or a functional art collectible. Professional wood carver Betty Padden reveals her easy layered techniques for transforming a major project into simpler, doable carvings, while adding a touch of whimsy along the way. A bonus pullout pattern pack provides full-size patterns for the Ark, Mr. & Mrs. Noah, 20 animals, and some fun accessories. Betty makes it all easy with a flood of step-by-step instructions, paint guides, easy paint blending techniques, and plenty of color photos. "
£8.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Hand Carving Your Own Walking Stick: An Art Form
Book SynopsisLearn to carve beautiful wildlife themed walking sticks with this informative and easy-to-follow book. Hand Carving Your Own Walking Stick includes useful information on harvesting and curing wood, plus advice on getting the best finishing results with paints, stains, varnishes, acrylics, and woodburning. Award-winning woodcarver David Stehly walks the reader through the entire process of making artisan-quality sticks, staffs, and canes that are as functional as they are beautiful. Step-by-step projects and ready-to-use patterns make it easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. An inspirational color photo gallery illustrates many of the author s spectacular projects, including sticks adorned with lifelike lizards, magnificent bighorn sheep, leaping trout, and many more. A special focus is on carving realistic snakes that wrap around the sticks, all carved from a single piece of wood. "
£11.69
Fox Chapel Publishing Power Carving Manual, Second Edition: Tools,
Book SynopsisThe professional advice and the sheer beauty of these projects make this title a "must-have" reference for every power carver. Improved performance, versatile attachments, and lower prices have placed power tools within the reach of every woodworker. Celebrating 20 years of power carving wizardry, this big book presents all-time favorite projects and patterns from Woodcarving Illustrated, the leading how-to magazine for carving enthusiasts. If you ve been thinking about trying your hand at power carving, or are looking to expand your power carving skills, this powerhouse collection is exactly what you need. It features a stunning gallery of work and a complete buyer s guide to exciting new tools from Dremel, Foredom, and other manufacturers. Covering everything from the basics of safety to the strategy for texturing feathers, Power Carving Manual, Second Edition offers expert information, insight, and inspiration from today s top power carvers, including Frank Russell, Jack Kochan, David Sabol, Lori Corbett, Chuck Solomon, and Dave Hamilton. "
£12.74
Fox Chapel Publishing Quick & Cute Carving Projects
Book SynopsisFrom snowmen and Santas to puppies, pigsand pirates, even beginning carvers can make 46 charming animal, holidayand fantasy carvings with Quick & Cute Carving Projects. Author Lorie Dickie shows how to get started using just a blank basswood “egg” and a few simple cuts. Readily available at craft stores, pre-cut basswood eggs are a great way to learn the basics of in-the-round woodcarving. These premade blanks allow new carvers to achieve instant successand help make the first project fast and fun. Lorie’s clear carving and painting instructions walk you through the entire process with step-by-step colour photographs. Ready-to-use holiday-themed patterns are included for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmasand more.
£10.79
Fox Chapel Publishing Complete Guide to Soap Carving: Tools,
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive guide provides everything readers need to know about carving soap, from basic carving methods for beginners to sophisticated techniques for accomplished artists. Complete Guide to Soap Carving shows how to choose the best carving soap and how to test soap for carving quality. Twenty-two step-by-step projects range from quick carvings to elaborate soap sculptures. Fun and easy-to-learn, soap carving is a perfect craft for children, who won’t need to handle sharp knives—this book shows how to make simple wooden carving tools that are safe for kids.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Complete Guide to Making Wood Clocks, 3rd
Book SynopsisThis complete guide to wooden clock making shows how to construct a wide variety of traditional, Shaker and contemporary clocks. Plans, parts lists and instructions are provided for 37 handsome hand-made timepieces, including stately grandfather clocks, classic mantel clocks and modern desk clocks. Author and clock collector John A. Nelson describes the history of clock making in America and covers all the basics of clock making and clock components. An expanded step-by-step project shows how to build an exact replica of a Shaker coffin-style clock. The rest of the projects include colour photographs of the finished clock, measured drawings and cut lists. Each clock plan includes front, right side and top views. All drawings are fully dimensioned and, where necessary, section views are provided. This new third edition of Complete Guide to Making Wood Clocks also includes a bonus pattern pack with project templates.
£999.99
Fox Chapel Publishing Cane Topper Wood Carving: 15 Fantastic Projects
Book SynopsisCreate a fantastic cane that will be treasured as a work of art and passed down through your family for years to come. Award-winning carving artist Lora S. Irish shows how to carve your own expressive cane toppers from found wood in this enjoyable guide. Fifteen imaginative projects include whimsical wizards, comic caricatures, proud eagles, mythical dragons and more. Lora offers expert advice on harvesting and seasoning wild sticks, attaching handles to the staff, placing grips, painting, finishing and more. Step-by-step instructions and beautiful colour photographs make Cane Topper Wood Carving a book that you’ll return to again and again.
£14.44
Fox Chapel Publishing Little Book of Whittling Gift Edition: Passing
Book SynopsisNow available in a handsome new hardcover gift edition, this friendly guidebook will encourage readers to whittle away the hours. Great for beginners looking for an easy way to get started and more advanced carvers looking for a relaxing way to spend their time, Little Book of Whittling Gift Edition provides 18 projects, including knives, forks, birds, animals, trees and flowers. Chapters detail the proper whittling tools and materials, including what woods are best to carve, and how to start projects by selecting and safely sharpening the best knife for each project.
£9.49
Fox Chapel Publishing Little Book of Pyrography: Techniques, Exercises,
Book SynopsisLittle Book of Pyrography makes it easy to learn the creative craft of woodburning! All that aspiring beginners need is this book and an inexpensive wood burning tool to start adorning wood, gourds, leather, paper and more with beautiful images and patterns. Legendary pyrography artist Lora S. Irish expands on the techniques and projects from her bestselling book Pyrography Basics—all of which are included here—and explores new ways to achieve lovely varieties of tone and texture. In this handsome hardcover gift edition, Lora provides a thorough introduction to basic tools, materials and techniques. Readers will learn how to set up a practice board to experiment with strokes and settings before moving on to working projects with confidence. Seven skill-building projects provide step-by-step exercises in using temperature, time, layering and texturing to create artistic tonal values.
£9.49
Fox Chapel Publishing Decorative Decoy Carver's Ultimate Painting &
Book SynopsisWhen world champion waterfowl carvers talk about early influences on their careers, they usually mention Bruce Burk. Now duck carvers of all levels can improve the quality of their work with guidance from this legendary artist. Decorative Decoy Carver’s Ultimate Painting & Pattern Portfolio, Revised Edition offers a classic portfolio of Burk’s detailed colour patterns and finishing tips and techniques. For carvers who have difficulty in making their own drawings—or those with limited access to live or mounted birds—this book will become a priceless tool in creating award-winning decoys. Inside you’ll find an introduction that includes practical advice on photography, colour, competitions and working with patterns. This is followed by page after page of full colour patterns and detailed paint mixing instructions for 16 of the most popular and beautiful species, including both drakes and hens.
£14.24
Fox Chapel Publishing Carving and Painting the Sea Captain: Complete
Book SynopsisLearn how to carve a lifelike sea captain with this start-to-finish project booklet from woodcarving artist and instructor Dylan Goodson. From blocking out the planes, roughing in the shapes and refining the forms to adding details, painting and finishing, Carving and Painting the Sea Captain guides you through the entire process. Dylan shows you how to sculpt an expressive 12-inch-tall figure in a relaxed pose with a natural balance. He explains his expert techniques for carving finely detailed faces, hands, and clothing, and provides useful advice on the wet-into-wet paint blending method. Clear instructions and more than 80 step-by-step photographs show you exactly what to do, with full-size patterns provided for front, back, left, and right views.
£10.79
Design Originals Classy Clay: With Rubber Stamps & Wire
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£7.59
Design Originals Stamp & Slice Clay
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£7.59
Design Originals Polymer Clay Dolls & Faces
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£7.59
