The Complete Book of Woodcarving - Updated Edition

Whether you’re a woodcarver expanding your talents, a seasoned carver refining your skills, or a beginner newly introduced to this fulfilling craft, this crucial carving book belongs in your library. Brimming with expert instruction, The Complete Book of Woodcarving, Updated Edition includes 10 attractive step-by-step woodcarving projects and covers classic carving styles and techniques, the fundamentals of wood and tool selection, sharpening, creating a workspace, and finishing your completed work. New edition includes an updated power carving section, newly added projects, and updated photography.

Projects include: Stylized Bird, Carved Butternut Spoon, Snowman, Happy Santa Face, Flower Relief Carving, Stylized Cat, Acanthus, Chip Carved Star, Pierced Relief Horse Heads, and Rocking Horse Plans.

Author Everett Ellenwood is an award-winning carver who specializes in carving realistic human faces. A number of his carvings have won Best of Show awards and many have been published in various woodcarving magazines. Everett has been a woodcarver for over 40 years, and for the past 30 years he has taught all levels of carving, from beginning to advanced, throughout the United States.

Features:

• Ten classic projects that will build your confidence and refine your skills
• Basic instruction on general carving styles, techniques, choosing wood, sharpening tools and more
• Updated power carving section and photography
• How to paint and finish your projects
• Over 280 color photos

Specifications:

• Cover Style: Softcover
• Product Size: 8-1/2" × 11"
• Page Count: 304 pages
• ISBN: 9781497102842
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

What’s Included:

• (1) The Complete Book of Woodcarving - Updated Edition