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Description
Learn how to whittle with everyday items and one knife!Beginner-friendly guide to whittling that provides skill-building overviews and projects and also incorporates mixed media33 whittling projects from easy to advanced with full- size patterns that are small and portable for on-the-go carvingWhittling basics section includes selecting a knife, basic cuts, safety, wood selection, sharpening basics, and moreStep-by-step illustrations are included with detailed instructions for each projectWhittle common materials like twigs, basswood blocks, soap, golf balls, avocado pits, dowels, and moreOriginal patterns and projects contributed by several of today's leading carvers, including Chris Lubkemann, James Ray Miller, Sara Barraclough, Chris Morgan, Nikki Reese, and many othersAnyone Can Whittle! is a must-have whittling guide for beginning carvers looking to start whittling, as well as advanced carvers seeking to enhance their existing skills and try something new!Featuring more than 30 projects and high-quality, full-size whittling patterns, all you need is one knife, a few small items either found out in nature or around your home—from branches, green wood, and basswood eggs to soap, avocado pits, golf balls, and more—and this awesome whittling project book to get started. You'll be able to whittle jewelry, a human figure, woodland animals, functional utensils, and much more!There are quick, simple projects for beginners, intermediate-level patterns that take an afternoon to complete, and advanced designs that could occupy your time in the wood shop for the whole weekend. Try a classic ball-in-cage whimsey, learn how to turn a golf ball into a face, an avocado pit into an owl, or a twig into a mini sculpture. Each project and pattern is small and simple, so they're easy to take with you on the road and keep carving anywhere you go!Helpful introductory sections are included on the fundamentals of woodcarving, including basic cuts, wood and grain, safety, and whittling posture advice, with exercises and stretches so you can carve comfortably. Original patterns are contributed by today's leading carvers, such as Guinness World Record holder Chris Lubkemann, Harley Refsal, Janet Bolyard, Steve Tomashek, Bjarne Jespersen, Lori Dickie, Steven Kulp, Bob Kozakiewicz, and many other talented and award-winning artists!See how easy, fun, and creative whittling can be with Anyone Can Whittle! as your guide!"Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned carver—this book has myriad whittling projects for everyone! A must-have book for your carving library." —Sara Barraclough, artist, carver, and special education teacher"There are interesting whittling projects for everyone in this book! The instructions are easy to understand and follow. Start whittling now to bring yourself into self-consciousness." —Parn Aniwat, artist and whittler Read more
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing; First Edition (June 20, 2023)
Language : English
Paperback : 136 pages
ISBN-10 : 1497103428
ISBN-13 : 29
Item Weight : 14.7 ounces
Dimensions : 7.63 x 0.37 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #331,764 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #95 in Carving Crafts #161 in Nature Crafts #428 in Woodworking Projects (Books)
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