Featured in this issue:Summer carving projects for beginnersWorkshop designsOne knife project - carve a folk figure in under two hoursFriendship cane -group carving projectTurned and carved - an expert galleryMeet Rick Butz - Woodcarver of the YearBald eagle portrait
FEATURESSaluting the Best By Mindy KinseyAnnouncing the winners of the 2012 Best Carving Design Contest2012 Woodcarver of the Year:By Bob DuncanHonoring the flat-plane carving pioneer for keeping a dying art aliveGifts for CarversA handy guide to popular gifts for the carvers on your listPROJECTSLearn to Carve Low ReliefBy Chris PyeThese progressively harder projects teach basic relief techniquesCreating a Layered Relief CarvingBy Wayne CulleyCombine individually carved layers to add depth and dimension to your workUnique Bark Houses in the RoundBy Rick JensenNew technique combines two pieces of bark to create freestanding carvingsWhittling LovespoonsBy David WesternQuick and easy project makes a meaningful gift for a loved oneQuick & Easy Ark AnimalsBy Tom HindesUse one technique to power-carve an assortment of animals two by twoCreating a Tricky TrollBy Floyd RhadiganCrafty caricature hides a sinister surpriseMaking a Caricature Amish ManBy Don DearolfLearn to carve this iconic figure in 20 stepsQuick-Carve Pumpkin HouseBy Tim Jackson and Dennis CabotSimple steps turn a bark house into a festive jack o'lanternCarving a Caricature CanineBy Lori DickieUse a premade blank and simple cuts to carve this adorable dogTECHNIQUESCarving a Woman's EyesBy Ian NorburyLearn to carve these difficult but expressive featuresUsing a Carving ArmBy Laverne "e;Sid"e; SidlerHow and why to attach a project to a carving arm
Featured in this issue:10 tips for realistic birds of preyCarving classic bookendsWood engravingOzark CaricatureCreating Natural HabitatPainting your chip carvings
First CutsA carver's journey to becoming a member of the Caricature Carvers of America 2007 Woodcarver of the YearTo see who was honored for their achievements in the carving community!
Features2007 Santa Carving Contest Prize-winning entries and highlights from annual contestPursuing a PassionBy Bob DuncanInnovative 3D patterns enable blind artisan to carve in reliefWoodcarving Hollywood-StyleBy Bob DuncanLocal artists teach Sissy Spacek to carve for her latest roleFirst CutsCCA members Harold Enlow, Randy Landen, Gerald Sears, and Joe You share stories and tips on getting started in carvingPROJECTSSimple Starter SantaBy Kathleen SchuckBeginner Santa makes an ideal weekend projectEasy Evergreen PuzzleBy Sandy SmithCarved, interlocking pieces create a folk-style ornamentFolk Art SantaBy Rick JensenAn antique finish gives Santa the look of a treasured heirloomEasy Weekend Nuthatch PinBy George CalefBasic power carving techniques create a fun and functional pinOlde World Santa OrnamentBy Mark GargacPierced cuts add interest to this traditional Santa carvingHoliday Memories SantaBy Shawn CipaCarved Santa proudly displays your Holiday photosCarving a Dogwood LeafBy Kenny VermillionPower carved leaf adds realism and authenticity to your habitatDecorative Floral SledBy Charley PhillipsColorful poinsettias highlight a relief-carved centerpieceSimple Carved MoldingsBy Chris PyeRepeating designs are perfect accents for frames and furnitureDelicate Pierced OrnamentsBy Barry McKenzieChip carve through the wood to produce stunning decorationsDEPARTMENTSEditor's LetterFrom Our MailbagNews & NotesTips & TechniquesReader GalleryJudge's CritiqueCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAdvertising Directory & ClassifiedsTeacher's Corner
FEATURESPreserving the PastBy Bob DuncanThe rise, fall, and rebirth of carved carousel horsesSculpting in WoodWith Betty SagerTalented artist pays tribute to loved onesFirst CutsA carver's journey to becoming a member of the Caricature Carvers of AmericaPROJECTSCarving Wooden EggsWith Linda TudorThe Grand Old Flag EggCarving Habitat MushroomBy Kenny VermillionAdd realism to your wildlife carvings or carve this mushroom as a stand alone pieceMississippi AlligatorBy Gordon and Marsha StillerStylized Grizzly BearBy Kelly WinnSimple lines capture the essence of the animal without hours of detailingPersonalized Love SpoonBy Jim GledhillPattern template makes production carving easyRealistic Sanderling Painting TemplatesBy Del HerbertThese easy templates create a flawless finishElf Country Stylized MaskBy Mary Cook, Carved by Lou CacioppoCombine realistic facial features with stylized techniques for a striking displayDuck TonightBy Arnold SmithFacial expressions and body language let you tell a story with your carvingPortable Carving StationBy James M.
FEATURESThe next Generation of WoodcarversBy Kathleen RyanMeet six award-winning young carversThe Work of Mavasta HonyoutiBy Alan GarbersHopi carver carries on the tradition in cottonwood rootsPATTERNSCarving Folk-Art BirdsBy Don DeeroffHighlight the tool marks with a little paint to simulate feathers on these simple designsPatriotic BearBy Mike ShipleyCelebrate the stars and stripes with a droll version of Uncle SamCooper Hawk PortraitBy Sue WaltersWoodburn (or relief carve) a striking wildlife portraitGenie Bottle StopperBy Lawrence SpinakEasy-carve caricature embodies a fun play on wordsPROJECTSWhittling Summer EarringsBy Pete LuxbacherSimple designs will delight all summer longBill's Smile Walking StickBy Dick BryantAdd a friendly wood spirit to your walking stickMaking a Hook KnifeBy Cariboo BladesTurn an old saw blade into a useful carving knifeCarving a Caricature CowboyBy Ellis OlsonOld-timer looks as rugged as the land he worksChip-Carved ToolboxBy David StewartBuild and embellish your own toolboxPower Carving a Bark OuthouseBy Robert De VriesCute carving makes a useful lavatory nightlightCarving a SeashellBy Bill DonaldsonStylized hardwood shell is modeled after the real thingCarving a FishermanBy Dennis ThorntonCarve a curmudgeonly caricature for your favorite fishermanTECHNIQUESShop-made Sanding DrumsBy Bill KinnearMake custom rotary-tool sanders from inexpensive hardwareOutdoor Finishes and GluesBy Bob DuncanUse the right products to ensure your outdoor projects lastCarving LipsBy Harold EnlowSimple techniques to carve smiling and frowning lipsLearn to Paint: Using Oil PaintsLearn the basics of oil painting by making a summery plaque
FEATURESA Monumental MiniatureBy Kathleen RyanAnimated carving depicts folk life in SlovakiaA Bird in the HandBy Kathleen RyanWoodcarving offers comfort to those in needAward-winning Carvings:Woodcarving Illustrated's Best Carving Design ContestBy Bob DuncanContestants show a broad range of creativity and superior craftsmanshipPROJECTSMaking a Comfort BirdBy Frank FoustSmooth lines and a polished finish make these little birds a joy to holdCreating a Chip Carved Christmas TreeBy Bruce NicholasHighlight this festive plaque with color and delicate stab cutsCarving a Spiral Beard Santa OrnamentBy Dave FrancisUnique ornament will be a family favoriteWhittling Snowman EarringsBy Claude FreanerFun gift is easy to carveCarving St NicholasBy Harold EnlowMaster the techniques to carve this classic Christmas iconSculpting Stylized Evergreen TreesBy Dennis CarlsonGraceful spiral is easy to carve and makes a striking displayBuild a Dancing SantaBy Shawn CipaTurn the handle to make the carved Santa move and grooveRelief Carving an AngelBy Maureen HockleyBeautiful wall hanging displays delicate features and graceful fabric foldsCarving a Low-Relief SantaBy Bob BiermannCreating the illusion of depth with careful carving and painted shadowsMaking a Nostalgic Christmas Pull ToyBy Tina ToneyAs the toy moves, wooden ball rotates to display the relief-carved sceneTECHNIQUESUsing Compasses, Calipers, and DividersBy Bob DuncanTransfer measurement and maintain proportions with these simple toolsCustomized Greeting PlaqueBy Deborah PompanoAdd a border or message to personalize your design
PATTERNSCarve an Easy OuthouseBy Gary FentonRickety outhouse is fun to carve, easy to customizeTECHNIQUESCarving Feminine FeaturesBy Harold EnlowMaster the subtle differences that allow you to carve an attractive female faceFEATURESCaptured MotionBy Alan J GarbersGerry Quotzkuyva's Katsina carvings are like forbidden snapshots of the traditional dancesThe international Woodcarvers Congress: Half a Century of Carving ExcellenceBy Kathleen Ryan A look at the long history of the country,s oldest carving showSummer SchoolBy Mindy KinseyTake a fun & educational vacation at a carving school or roundupAnd the Winner IsMore winners in the 2016 People's Choice Contest!
Featured in this issue:5 step-by-step tutorials - learn from the mastersHistoric ship modelMaking antique-style decoysEagle walking stickSame $$ Make your own carving vice
FEATURESAnd The Winner Is Announcing the first winners in the 2016 People's Choice ContestMiniature MasterpiecesBy Kathleen RyanExtraordinary Renaissance carving depict religious scenes in minuscule reliefSoapstone ArtistyBy Kathleen RyanThree sculptors share their tipsNo Fear at 94By Dean OttesonNonagenarian Tony Giuffrida fills retirement with creative carvingHeavenly PewsBy Kathleen RyanCindy Chinn combined carving, glass, and light to create angelic art.
FEATURESThe Art of Lead CarvingBy Kathleen RyanSkeletal RemainsBy Kathleen RyanMeet DoderhultarnBy Harley RefsalDecrypting Thai CarvingBy Mindy KinseyGetting a Handle on itBy Mindy KinseyLearn to "e;Weave"e; WoodBy Charley PhillipsStraw-Stuffed ScarecrowBy Jim HiserOld World-Style Chip CarvingBy Jan JensonNuts for the HolidayBy Larry GuayGetting Started with Architectural CarvingBy Mike AllenPROJECTSCarving a PumpkinBy Lundy CuppGrizzly Bear BustBy Kirt CurtisNew Options for Bark CottagesBy Rick JensenThe Halloween ExpressBy Greg YoungThai-Inspired Relief CarvingBy Steve SmithCandy Corn GoblinsBy Randy George
In this issue:7 Fun and festive santas you can carveWhittling ornamentsQuick-carver stackable snowmanPainting a duck decoySuper simple sharpningCowboy bottlestopper
Inside this issue of Woodcarving Illustrated you'll find:FeaturesComparing Carving GlovesFormula for Success - carving detailed scale replicas of legendary race carsGifts for CarversMiniature MasterpiecesVic Hood - 2011 Woodcarving Illustrated Woodcarver of the YearCarving Faces in SoftballsProjectsCute Shelf-Sitter CatsCarving a GnomeCarving an American IndianMaking a Chip Carved Welcome SetMaking a Cowboy Bottle StopperCarving a Bathtub BuddyCarving a WitchSuper Simple Santa OrnamentCreate a Poseable RobotTechniquesCarving Thumbnail Accents
In this Issue:FEATURES:The Whittling Whimsy of Walt Garrison by Kathleen RyanGifts for CarversTom Wolfe: Woodcarver of the Year by Bob DuncanPROJECTS:Carving a Pierced Relief Tree by MaAnna StephensonMaking a Carved Jack-O-Lantern by Sandy SmithCarving an Oak Leaf Bowl by Chris PyeCarving a Private Investigator by Dennis ThorntonCarving a Woodspirit in Cottonwood Bark by Edward OttoPower Carve a Canvasback Duck by Chuck Solomon and Dave HamiltonHandcarving a Realistic Squirrel by Leah GoddardRelief Carve an Autumn Scene by Bob BiermannMaking Maple Leaf Pins by John HoesmanMiniature Scarecrow Ornament by Gerald SmithShelf Sitter Elf by Floyd RhadiganTECHNIQUES:Embellishing with Basswood Inlays by David StewartSawing Carving Blanks by Jim WillisDEPARTMENTS:Editor's LetterFrom Our MailbagNews and NotesTips and TechniquesReader GalleryCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAd DirectoryWoodchips
FEATURESThe Work of Joe WannamakerBy Bob DuncanLate teacher shared his passion with a generation of carversBest of ShowAward-winning carvings from across the countryFirst CutsA carver's journey to becoming a member of the Caricature Carvers of AmericaOn The Wild Side With Jeffrey CooperBy Kathleen RyanQuality craftsmanship and wildlife carvings combine for delightfully whimsical furniturePROJECTSClassic Ball in CageBy Addison "e;Dusty"e; DussingerThis old-time whittling project is fun to carve and a real attention-getterMaking Free-form, Custom Wooden BoxesBy Mike BurtonThis lesson in joinery and "e;feeling"e; the wood produces boxes that are a joy to hold and touchElegant Oak Leaf Mantel ClockBy Wayne BartonCreate a treasured family heirloom with easy, positive image chip-carving techniquesCustom Presentation PlaqueBy Floyd L.
FEATURESStrategy with a ThemeJim Arnold's clever chess set designsHobo NickelsBy Bob ShameyModern carvers recreate unique American folk artFor more information on this unique art form visit www.
Inside this issue of Woodcarving Illustrated, you'll find: Features:*Rising from the Ashes*Motivated to Create*The Work of Rob LuceroProjects:*Carving Scenic Stamps*Carving Interlocking Hearts*Tequila Worm Bottle Stopper*Power Carving a Life-Size Whistling Swan*Carving a Cascading Ribbon Heart Pendant*Carving and Painting a Folk Art Rooster*Carving a Caricature Elephant*Creating a Pierced Relief Carving*Chip Carved Crosses*Folding Carving BenchTechniques:*Holding Your Work*Making Custom Colors
The Summer 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels.
FEATURESCarving an 1880s Western Train Members of the Caricature Carvers of America join forces to create a nostalgic displayTechniquesDrilling Clean HolesBy Bob DuncanEasily store back issues in a three-ring binder with the aid of this simple jigCreating Clothespin CarvingsBy Forrest HolderClever idea turns ordinary clothespins into festive Christmas ornamentsChip Carver's LapboardBy Gary MacKayCarve in your living room with this simple shop-made boardProjectsCarve and Paint an Evergreen TreeBy Bob MasonComplement your Christmas carvings with elegant handcarved treesSecret Treasures Santa ClausBy Deborah CallSanta's chimney doubles as a hidden boxHand Carving a Simple ReindeerBy Don SwartzEasy-to-carve deer is the perfect complement to your holiday displayCarving a Star OrnamentBy Jim SebringCreate colorful holiday ornaments with basic techniquesHeirloom Santa OrnamentBy Wayne ShinleverHand carve this festive design modeled after vintage glass ornamentsCarve a Christmas StockingBy Chris PyeDelightful project adds country charm to your holiday decorWhittling Santa PencilsBy Ron JohnsonTurn ordinary pencils into festive Santas in eight easy stepsCarving Farmyard AnimalsBy Irene Bertils and Dusty DussingerCreate ornaments or freestanding toys from these simple designsPower Carve a Wooden SpoonBy Chuck Solomon and Dave HamiltonFunctional project introduces basic power carving techniquesPassing Preflight InspectionBy Sandy SmithLearn texturing secrets and get a behind-the-scenes look at the planning processEasy Santa OrnamentBy Dan HaackQuickly build your holiday inventory with eye stamps and a simple templateRelief Carve a Winter LighthouseBy Robert StadtlanderCapture the tranquility of a snow-covered landscape with this painted relief sceneMaking Heirloom Baby RattlesBy Gene HochhalterClassic carving projects make thoughtful giftsDEPARTMENTSEditor's ColumnFrom Our MailbagNews and NotesTips and TechniquesReader GalleryProduct ReviewRelief ColumnCalendar of EventsComing FeaturesAd Directory & ClassifiedsWoodchips
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