Everything you wanted to know about building a workbench, making outfeed tables for shop machines, making work tables and assembly tables, storage cabinets for tools, materials and supplies.
In this beautifully compiled book, Charlie Whinney, the UK's leading expert on the topic, shares the secrets of the unique and magical craft of steam-bending.
This book will help you save money on woodturning, expand your abilities, and master new challenges, giving you more success and confidence at the lathe.
Get the most from your table saw and router while displaying your craftsmanship wth these 26 ingenious projects from the pages of Woodworker's Journal.
FEATURESArtistic IllusionsBy Kathleen RyanRandal Rosenthal's hyper-realistic art will make you do a double-takeBon AppetitBy Kathleen RyanJim Sneary's carvings will tickle your taste buds and spice up your lifeGreat Gouges:The Essential Tool KitBy Bob DuncanA stress-free beginner's guide to choosing toolsMiniature MasterpiecesBy Kathleen RyanCarving miniscule scenes and figures is a Jangid family traditionPATTERNSPower-Carved Pirate ShipBy Ben TylerIndulge your inner pirate by making a miniature Jolly RogerGrizzly BearBy Gordon and Marsha StillerUse this pattern to carve or burn a realistic grizzlyPROJECTSIrresistible Carved CupcakesBy Jack ProseiloCarve these adorable cupcakes for a birthday, anniversary, or holidaySmall Wonders Tree SpiritBy Evgeny "e;Zheka"e; KrayushkinContemplate nature and balance as you carve this smiling spiritSweet Spring RabbitBy Charles PlunkettEasy add-ons bring this caricature to lifeMiniature Welsh LovespoonsBy Robert W.
FEATURESThe Wonderful Wizard of OregonBy Toni FitzgeraldGary Burns uses self-taught techniques to carve out a fantastic nicheBack to SchoolBy Mindy KinseyLearn to carve or hone your skills at schools and classes across the countryStory TimeBy Kathleen RyanCarlo Olkeriil tells American stories in traditional Palauan styleCarving Like ManiacsBy Ayleen StellhornTurning a Halloween hobby into a pumpkin-carving businessCNC Woodworking and Laser CuttingBy Bob DuncanComputer-controlled routers and lasers speed production for repetitive cutsPROJECTSCarving a Wood SpiritBy Harold EnlowDetailed instruction for carving your first wood spiritPower Carving an American Bison in ReliefBy Jose ValenciaLearn the techniques to carve a gunstock on a less expensive wooden plateCarving a GoldfinchBy Bob GugePractice power carving by making this popular songbirdDouble-sided Holiday OrnamentBy Glenn StewartIngenious Santa/turkey ornament is a real attention-getterCarving a Caricature HorseBy Dave StetsonWeary old nag is a great companion for any cowboy carvingCarving Kris KringleBy Bob MasonGet a head start on your holiday carving with this simple SantaCarving a ChipmunkBy Desiree HajnyCarve, burn, and paint this realistic version of a backyard visitorPATTERNSA Fantasy FavoriteBy Don DearolfCustomize this caricature wizard by changing the staff and paint colorsCarving a Little GuyBy Keith RandichLearn to carve a basic figure and then personalize it as much as you likeTECHNIQUESChip Carving an EagleBy Lora S.
FEATURES2013 Woodcarver of the Year: Fred CogelowBy Bob DuncanCombining relief techniques with realism to create fine-art carvingsBest of ShowAppreciating some of the best carvings in the country Plus!
FEATURESAgainst the GrainBy Mindy KinseyBook and exhibition showcase unusual designs in woodCarving in KenyaBy Bob DuncanAfrican artist creates a successful business teaching others to carveMiniature MarvelsBy Kathleen RyanDalton Ghetti carves intricate designs in pencil graphiteRoughouts & KitsBy Bob DuncanGet to the fun part faster by starting with a pre-cut blankPROJECTSCarving a SnowmanBy Lori DickieTurn a generic basswood shape into a charming snowmanMaking a Mouse in a Stocking OrnamentBy Leah GoddardCute ornament shows off your attention to detail and realistic carving skillsPlayful Reindeer OrnamentBy Floyd RhadiganCarve this quick and easy ornament for everyone on your listFolk-Art Napkin RingsBy Jeff PretzCarve and paint these colorful pieces in an afternoonSimple Folk-Art SantaBy Mike DeiterMake a unique band-saw blank and complete the carving in a weekendCarving a ZebraBy Moses KirimiKenyan carver created a stylized zebraTramp Art Christmas TreeBy Andy DiPaceSimple seasonal design is quick and easy to carveRelief Carving a Traditional OrnamentBy Glenn StewartVersatile design can be a pin or an ornamentWhittling a SantaBy Gayle IhlenfeldtUse just knife to carve most of this holiday favoriteCarving a Double Ball-in-CageBy Joseph A.
FEATURESStunning Soap CarvingBy Kathleen RyanExperts turn simple soap into works of artCarving and Turning: LathesBy Bob DuncanMake your own carving blanks while learning a new hobbyPATTERNSFantastic WizardBy Shawn CipaStylized design is easy to carve and customizeCeltic Twist Green ManBy Lora S.
FEATURES(Bark) Cottage IndustryBy Bob DuncanRick Jensen has taught America how to carve cottages from barkMoose Antler MadnessBy Kathleen RyanFive antler carvers transform trophies into works of art2014 Holiday Gift GuideFind the perfect for all the woodworkers on your list (including yourself!
TECHNIQUESCarving and Printing a Christmas CardBy Dan ClarkeUse traditional woodblock printing to turn your carving into a cardEasy Dogs for Beginning CarversBy Mary Duke GuldanUse craft knives to carve these basic versions of man's best friendPainting Your CarvingsBy Virginia KodadekLearn techniques you can apply to any carvingConvertible Shaving HorseBy Laverne "e;Sid"e; SidlerPortable bench changes from shaving horse to carving benchPROJECTSChecking the ListBy Ellis OlsonUse basic relief cuts and simple shaping to carve a folk art SantaCarving a Spiral Bulb OrnamentBy Lyle MorganAny carver can make this complex-looking ornamentCarving a Sleepy WolfBy Desiree HajnyCarve, burn, and paint to create a realistic wildlife sculptureFolk Art AngelBy Gerald SmithSimple carving can be used as an ornament, pin, or pendantJoyful Santa PlaqueBy Bob BiermannIncised relief design celebrates the joy of the seasonWhittling Moravian Star OrnamentsBy Jody SebringUse one knife and simple geometry to carve stars in various sizesPeaceful Village WreathBy Betty PaddenCarve individual pieces and glue them together for a dramatic presentationOld World Father ChristmasBy Dave FrancisCozy-looking carving carries symbols of ChristmasSegmented Snowman OrnamentBy Sandy SmithSimple joints help this snowman danceCarving a Holly SpoonBy Glenn StewartSimple painting highlights the attractive designSpringerle OrnamentsBy John NiggemeyerFestive designs resemble traditional German Christmas cookies
FEATURES Best of Show By Bob Duncan - Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving showsAndy Anderson's Custom Carved Furniture By Paul Volpp -A unique look a the grandfather of caricature carvings' lesser-known work PROJECTS Handcarving a Baby Spoon By Carl Johnson - Quick and easy project makes a unique giftWhittling Whimsical Bookmarks By Jack Lund - Playful figures make quick and easy gifts Carving a Caricature Pig By Christine Coffman - Charming character makes an ideal beginner project Turning Branches into Spice Shakers By Chris Lubkemann - Rustic salt and pepper holders add personality to your table or picnic basket Make a Moving Magnetic Carving By Larry Wolterstorff - Clever use of magnets is a fun conversation starter Power Carving a Polar Bear By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton - Develop your skills with this easy stylized designCarving an Army Private By Arnold Smith - Attention to detail brings this caricature of an enlisted man to life Sculpting Elegant Horse Head Bookends By Chris Pye - Stylized carvings are modeled after classic T'ang Dynasty horses Carve a Stylized Trout By Tom Dean - Use power tools to create a beautiful carved fish Relief Carve an Old World Saint By Nora Hall - Create the look of flowing fabric with classic techniques TECHNIQUES Sanding Techniques By Mike Burton - Decrease sanding time with shop-tested tipsCreating Seashell Decorations By Robert L.
PATTERNSCowboy SnowmanBy Gerald and Barb SearsDetailed patterns & painting tips help you make a Wild West snowmanA Chip-Carved ChristmasBy Bruce & Judy NicholasCreate a tree full of festive chip-carved holiday ornamentsTECHNIQUESVictorian Father ChristmasBy John ZanzalariA Specialized finishing technique makes this carving look like a well-loved heirloomPROJECTSCustomize This SantaBy Dale GreenMix and match accessories or create a custom scene to personalize this Santa carving projectWhistle a Holiday TuneBy Don SwartzCute Santa carving is also a functional whistle2-in-1 Heart PendantBy T.
FEATURESCelebrating 15 Years of Craftsmanship in WoodGM's Fisher Body Craftsman's GuildBy John JacobusCarving out a career in the design world--1950's styleRecreating a MasterpieceBy Jeff JonesTurn-of-the-century table inspires a life-long love of carving, three generations laterThe Netsuke Carvings of Cornel SchneiderDetailed carvings demonstrate a love of natureAntler Sculpture by Bill MatzFascinating medium proceduces unique carvingsPROJECTSCarved Garden ChairBy Jan OegemaCustomize this sturdy chair with your own relief carved designsChip Carved LandscapeBy Barry McKenzieFree-form chip carving enhances natural wood grainRealistic RabbitBy Leah WachterTexturing techniques bring this adorable rabbit to lifeCarving the Ball and ClawBy Mike BurtonSequential carving helps you duplicate this traditional furniture elementNative American BustBy Mark GargacPortraying character with distinctive facial featuresHand Carved ClassicsBy Kivel WeaverPractice your knife carving with chain links and a ball-in-cageCottonwood Bark VikingBy Rick JensenRugged features make this warrior the perfect subject for bark carvingCarving Habitat: TwigBy Kenny VermillionPower carve highly detailed branches tailored to showcaseRelief Carve a Whimsical HouseBy Jim ClinePower tools speed up the carving process and add unique textureTECHNIQUESThe Design ProcessBy Marv KaisersattTaking a caricature from concept to completionSetting Up ShopBy Chris PyeA carver needs more than sharp tools; the workspace, bench, and lighting are equally importantDEPARTMENTSEditor's LetterFrom Our MailbagNews & NotesTips & TechniquesReader GalleryNew ProductsJudge's CritiqueRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAdvertising Directory & ClassifiedsTeacher's Corner
The Spring 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels.
Featured in this issue:Gift guide for carversSpecial holiday carving projectsSanta carving gallery9 ornament ideasSeeasonal cookie moldsPower carved chickadee ornamentCarve your own holiday cards
Featured in this issue:Special woodburning issueCarve and detail a feather pinUsing wood inlays for color and contrastCarve and assemble a mechanical cork stopper
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.
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.
FEATURESThe Art of Ken NewmanAward-winning carver turns found wood into masterpieces2005 Santa Carving ContestBy Bob Duncan50 finalists highlighted in annual contestPROJECTSNorthern CardinalBy Gordon & Marsha StillerHappy Santa By Tina ToneyThe compact styling of this fellow makes him an ideal project for beginnersChip Carved Golf BallsBy Sharon Braunberger & Elaine DuganStriking designs highlight this unique carving mediumSanta Claus By Les RamseyClassic Santa face makes a perfect winter welcomeRolling Caricature AnimalsBy Desiree HajnyEasy-to-carve critters are delightfully mobileSanta with CardinalBy Vicki BishopWood bleach techniques make painting a snapFolk-Art Angel Tree TopperBy Shawn CipaHand carve an instant family heirloomA Christmas Story Leg LampBy Mike BurtonNostalgic lamp will become an instant conversation starterPainting a Hen Wood DuckBy Tom MatusUse blending techniques for an antique-style finishChip-Carved Angel OrnamentsBy Barry McKenzieCarve through painted blanks for an easy, yet beautiful projectSanta Lamp Finial By Steve BrownA charming way to show off your seasonal carvingsHerby's Angel By Paul McLeodEasy-to-carve figure is a Holiday delightTECHNIQUESTuning Your ToolsBy Chris PyeThe basics of getting your tools in the right condition for carving and keeping them thereDEPARTMENTSEditor's LetterFrom Our MailbagNews & NotesTips & TechniquesReader GalleryNew ProductsJudge's CritiqueRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing Features & ClassifiedsAdvertising DirectoryTeacher's Corner
FEATURESUnder the SeaBy Kathleen RyanBill Johnson dives into chip carving to create enchanting marine lifeThe Doane Woodcarving ExperienceBy Kathleen RyanJoin this workshop to sharpen your carving skills, meet the top instructors in the country, and make friends.
Featured in this issue:Easy-to-carve marching soldiersCarved ornaments7 santa projectsStep-by-step celtic carved box50+ winning santasChainsaw sculptures from the masters5 smart solutions for carving challenges
PATTERNSCarving a Halloween SignBy Vernon DePauwUse a few simple tools to create a folk-art signJack o'PhantomBy Floyd RhadiganEasy carved "e;folds"e; make this silly spook look like it's floatingOn-the-Go Carving DeskBy Tom NollerQuick and easy plywood box protects your tools and contains your chipsFEATURESDepth-Defying ArtBy Kathleen RyanRick Harney's portraits are so much less than they appearChange of HeartBy Toni FitzgeraldBrian Paul Kolakowski found his third calling in woodA Tough Nut to CrackBy Kathleen RyanRussian artist Arkady Tsesarsky turns ugly nuts into ivory-like miniature marvelsWinning WondersMeet the winners of the third 2016 People's Choice ContestPROJECTSRealistic LighthouseBy Bob HersheyThe natural shape of cottonwood bark makes it perfect for this projectBuilding a Whimsical BankBy Bill PowellForget bark: Use basswood blanks and shallow relief techniques to make a village worth visitingSweet TreatsBy Jack ProseiloThese easy-to-carve trinkets look good enough to eatCarving a CroneBy Suzy FueshkoUse a delicate touch with your tools to create this haunting carvingMake a Majestic BisonBy Jim WillisUse hand tool to re-create this American iconWise Wizard Practice PieceBy Mike PoundersPick a feature and exaggerate it to enhance your skills and customize your carvingLearning to Carve SoapBy Barbara MillikanGood clean fun can be the beginning of a lifelong passion for carvingCarving a Caricature WoodsmanBy Jim FeatherTurn the head to give your carving movement and personalityCarving a Train-in-StationLike a ball-in cage, this captive locomotive slides on its rails
FEATURESChris Pye Named WCI Woodcarver of the YearBy Bob DuncanBritish master carver honored for his contributions to artTeaching Kids to CarveBy Kathleen RyanJim Calder's sweet potato faces make carving easyFirst CutsArtists chronicle their journeys from beginner to accomplished carverPROJECTSCreating a Deep-relief MantelBy Jerry MifflinPower carve individual panels for a full-size mantelCarving a Hillbilly Chess SetBy Mitchell CartledgeStage your own backwoods battle with patterns for a complete chess setCarving in Low ReliefBy Chris PyeLearn to create the illusion of a 3-D carving in thin woodQuilt Patterns Inspire Chip-carved CoastersBy Barry McKenzieClassic geometric designs embellish this useful caddyQuick-carve Halloween CatBy Cyndi JoslynColorful pumpkins and whimsical cat make a great beginner's projectTECHNIQUESCarving a New Life for Old FurnitureBy Dennis ZongkerTraditional relief carving adds value to flea market findsAlign the Grain for Impressive CarvingsBy Everett EllenwoodGrain direction strengthens and accents a carvingJust Carve TrianglesBy Jim CalderJim Calder's simple method makes it easy to share the basics of carvingCarving a House SignBy Francis S.
This issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes: Ray McKenzie's Fish Gallery - If the fish aren't biting, then sit back and cast your eyes on a master carver's prize winners.
FEATURES2008 Santa Carving ContestPrize-winning entries and highlights from this year's contestWoodcarving that Gets NoticedBy Rex BransonTeam mascots on a large scale promote woodcarving and community pride.
Features:*Pat Scott Scores BigFormer baseball player carves with Hall-of-Fame right hand*Carvers Unite to Honor Veterans Injured veterans are presented with handcarved eagle canes*Best of Show Impressive projects inspire woodcarvers everywhereProjects:*Great Horned Owl*Carving a Rabbit in Cottonwood Bark*Making Patriotic Pins*Carving a Folk-Art Chickadee*Recipe Chef*Chip Carved Photo Frame*Carve a Tower of Teetering Turtles*Making a Mechanical Bottle Stopper*Roly-Poly Hedgehog*Carving Tree Spirits in Found WoodTechniques:*Dealing with Tree-Killing Insects*Carving Eyes*Using a Contour Gauge*Making Controlled Cuts*Maintaining a Sharp Edge
FeaturesWoodcarver of the YearBy Bob DuncanWood Carving Illustrated honors Marvin KaisersattAnthony Hillman's Passion for Carving WaterfowlBy Bob DuncanTurning your interests into a career can be very rewardingThe Work of Frank FeatherBy Shawn MeyersTraveling carver leaves a lasting and valuable legacyProjectsMaple Leaf PinBy Kenny VermillionPower carve this charming seasonal broochBrown PelicanBy Gordon and Marsha StillerIt's Me, FrankBy Vicki BishopMonster caricature is a treat to carveCarving a Hen Wood DuckBy Tom MatusBasic tools and techniques for an authentic antique-style hunting decoyRelief-Carved Horse PortraitBy Dean TroutmanClassic portrait makes a bold statementPatchwork ClockBy Cyndi JoslynEasy-to-carve clock is a great beginner projectChip-Carved Wedding PlateBy Barry McKenzieDecorative, personalized plate makes a beautiful wedding giftHalloween WitchBy Anthony CostanzaCreate this folk-style carving using only a hobby knifeCarve a HoboBy Jim and Margie MaxwellA few tools, some paint, plus a little time gives you this American iconTechniquesTools of the TradeBy Chris PyeAn introduction to the tools used in traditional woodcarving.
FEATURESBest of ShowAward-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving showsSharing the Joy of Carving WoodBy Dave BrockBuild self confidence and provide a life-long hobby by teaching kids to carveFirst CutsMark Gargac and Fred Wilbur provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvingsExploring the Culture of Maori WoodcarvingBy Mike DaviesNew Zealand natives use woodcarving to document their history and honor their ancestorsPROJECTSMaking a Tramp Art FrameBy Jim SebringEasy chip cuts and simple joints make this frame an ideal project for novice carversHand Carve a Realistic WolfBy Dee GipsonWoodburn detailed fur texture on this classic predatorPower Carve an Eagle PinBy Al GronckiMiniature project hones your carving and burning techniquesCreate a Nostalgic WhirligigBy Vernon DePauwSimple carved features, spinning arms, and a rustic finish make this project a winnerCarving a Wren in the RoundBy Chris PyeWork with the grain and supporting wood to add strength to fragile areasMaking a Gargoyle CaneBy Shawn CipaConstruction techniques for carving a functional caneCarving a Watchful DragonBy Floyd RhadiganThis fun shelf sitter is the perfect guardian for your bookshelfTECHNIQUESHow to Select the Right Power Carving EquipmentBy Chuck Solomon and Dave HamiltonAn overview of the types of tools and different modelsCarving Realistic Wrinkles and FoldsBy Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach and Fred ZavadilCreate accurate details by studying how clothing relates to anatomyCreating a Simple ArmatureBy Marv KaisersattDesign your own carving with the aid of armatures and clay modelsDEPARTMENTSEditor's ColumnFrom Our MailbagNews and NotesTips and TechniquesReader GalleryProduct ReviewRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAd Directory & ClassifiedsWoodchips
Features:*A Traditional Master - Russian woodcarver Vladimir RusinovTechniques:* Making Custom Knife Handles*Sharpening a V-toolProjects:*Bobbing Woodpecker Toothpick Dispenser*Carving a Scandinavian-Style Troll Queen*Carving and Painting a Birdhouse Napkin Holder*Super Simple Fish from 2 by 4s*Sculpting a Stylized Otter*Cute Caricature Chipmunk*Building a Portable Carving Bench* Ribbon and Flowers Frame*Carving a Native American*Creating a Musical Mouse
FEATURESJohn Burke Woodcarver of the YearPopular author and instructor honored for his contributions to woodcarvingA Carved Tribute to the Edmund FitzgeraldPatrick Pointer's detailed relief carvings immortalize this famous Great Lakes freighterFirst CutsShawn Cipa and Rick Jensen provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvingsPROJECTSMaking Colorful Leaf TilesBy Cyndi JoslynEasy relief carvings have a variety of usesWhittling a 5-minute OwlBy Jan OegemaEasy beginner project is ideal for teaching and demonstrationsCarving a Cherry Leaf BowlBy Brian BaileyShowcase wood's natural beauty with this simple and functional designMaking an Elegant Book StandBy Marty LeenhoutsHand carve this ingenious folding stand from a single piece of woodHand Carve a Majestic BuckBy Desiree HajnyCapture the graceful beauty of a whitetail deer in woodCarve a Gift-bearing SantaBy Don DearolfEasy-to-carve holiday icon is a clever way to present a cash giftCarving a Caricature ColtBy Floyd RhadiganSimple stylized horse is easy to carveCarving a Flying WitchBy Dave and Michele StetsonCreate your own humorous Halloween displayOspreyPattern by Gordon and Marsha StillerTECHNIQUESChoosing Power Carving BitsBy Chuck Solomon and Dave HamiltonMake smart purchases with a basic understanding of the cutters availableDEPARTMENTSEditor's ColumnFrom Our MailbagNews and NotesTips and TechniquesReader GalleryProduct ReviewRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAd Directory & ClassifiedsWoodchips
