Miscellaneous Archives - KV Woodcarving Supplies https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product-category/books/assorted-books/miscellaneous/ For All Your Carving Needs Tue, 23 May 2023 14:37:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Everyday Chip Carving Designs https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/everyday-chip-carving-designs/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:34:06 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/everyday-chip-carving-designs/ A must-have project guide for chip carvers of any skill level, Everyday Chip Carving Designs features a compilation of 48 original projects from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated. Useful as they are decorative, carve a collection of achievable chip carved … Continue reading →

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]]> A must-have project guide for chip carvers of any skill level, Everyday Chip Carving Designs features a compilation of 48 original projects from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated. Useful as they are decorative, carve a collection of achievable chip carved designs for your home and everyday life! From bowls, boxes, and beard combs to Christmas decorations, coasters, coffee scoops, and so much more, each original project includes detailed step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, full-size chip carving patterns, complete supplies and tools lists, and expert tips. Written by several contributors to Woodcarving Illustrated, industry-leading artists, and bestselling authors, including Wayne Barton, Marty Leenhouts, Charlene Lynum, Vernon DePauw, and many others.

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]]> Wood Spirits and Green Men https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/wood-spirits-and-green-men/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:34:04 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/wood-spirits-and-green-men/ 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. … Continue reading →

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]]> 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-color 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.

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]]> Whittling Workbook https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/whittling-workbook/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:34:04 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/whittling-workbook/ The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide to whittling flat-plane carvings with a modern twist! Whittling Workbook is perfect for anyone seeking a range of easy wood carvings they can accomplish with just one knife – including roughing out. All you need … Continue reading →

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]]> The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide to whittling flat-plane carvings with a modern twist! Whittling Workbook is perfect for anyone seeking a range of easy wood carvings they can accomplish with just one knife – including roughing out. All you need is a block of wood and one knife to achieve any of the 14 wood carving projects featured within these pages! From a simple strawberry and a whimsical wand to a sailor, Martian, pig, and so much more, each project includes detailed step-by-step instructions to walk you through the entire process from start to finish. Also included are insightful overviews on basic carving cuts, painting and finishing techniques, safety notes, and how to join a carving community. Author James Miller is a recent college graduate and a protégé of decorated Scandinavian-style carver, Harley Refsal. James has been a regular contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated since 2010 and published his first book, Whittling Flat-Plane Animals, in 2020.

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]]> Complete Starter Guide To Whittling https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/complete-starter-guide-to-whittling/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:34:04 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/complete-starter-guide-to-whittling/ You can whittle just about anything—the only limit is your imagination. It’s so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book! We’ve assembled a team of 12 … Continue reading →

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]]> You can whittle just about anything—the only limit is your imagination. It’s so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book! We’ve assembled a team of 12 leading woodcarvers to bring you a complete starter guide to whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects for beginners that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips. Start off with fast and fun projects that build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques, like a simple flying propeller or a 5-minute owl. Then move on to create whittled wonders like a musical frog or a slingshot. We show you how to whittle complex designs in easy steps, so that you’ll soon be carving attention-getting favorites like chain links or the classic ball-in-a-cage.

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]]> Chip Carver’s Workbook https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/chip-carvers-workbook/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:55 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/chip-carvers-workbook/ This 96 page book by noted chip carver and instructor Dennis Moor will introduce you to this timeless craft that is easy to learn and produces beautiful, ornate results. In his engaging and accessible teaching style, Dennis outlines the basics … Continue reading →

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]]> This 96 page book by noted chip carver and instructor Dennis Moor will introduce you to this timeless craft that is easy to learn and produces beautiful, ornate results. In his engaging and accessible teaching style, Dennis outlines the basics of wood selection, tools, and sharpening plus layout, lettering, and finishing. His techniques will have you decorating household items and creating artistic pieces in a variety of designs.
Seven enjoyable and useful projects are perfect for practicing your techniques as you master this classic art form: Napkin Holder; Plant Box; Letter Holder; Trinket Box; Tissue Box Holder; Mailbox; Cheese and Cracker Tray. 96pp

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]]> Woodcarving Magic https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/woodcarving-magic/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:49 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/woodcarving-magic/ How to transform a single block of wood into impossible shapes

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]]> Carving Traditional Woodspirits with Tom Wolfe https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/carving-traditional-woodspirits-with-tom-wolfe/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:49 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/carving-traditional-woodspirits-with-tom-wolfe/ with Tom Wolfe

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]]> Power Carving House Spirits with Tom Wolfe https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/power-carving-house-spirits-with-tom-wolfe/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:49 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/power-carving-house-spirits-with-tom-wolfe/ House spirits are magical creatures who watch over homes and families. They come in all manner of shapes and sizes. With a keen eye, house spirits can be found almost anywhere in the wood and timbers throughout the home. Tom … Continue reading →

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]]> House spirits are magical creatures who watch over homes and families. They come in all manner of shapes and sizes. With a keen eye, house spirits can be found almost anywhere in the wood and timbers throughout the home. Tom Wolfe shows you how to coax them out of their hiding places with power tools. Five patterns are included. Tom provides step-by-step instructions with over 230 color photographs. One project is carved to completion and patterns for two other spirits are included. These projects are a great learning experience for the beginner picking up power tools for the first time. They present the more advanced carvers with plenty of opportunities to stretch their creativity. No carver will see wooden objects around the house in the same way again. These projects will challenge the beginner and will fascinate the more advanced power carver.

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]]> Carving Realistic Flowers https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/carving-realistic-flowers/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:36 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/carving-realistic-flowers/ This beginning-to-advanced-level carving book provides three projects designed to teach the carving skills needed to recreate any flower. Starting with a morning glory, this guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to carve and texture the flower and ideas for creating … Continue reading →

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This beginning-to-advanced-level carving book provides three projects designed to teach the carving skills needed to recreate any flower. Starting with a morning glory, this guide offers step-by-step instructions on how to carve and texture the flower and ideas for creating a beautiful finish with paints. Also included are close-up photographs of real flowers showing the variations in bloom, petals, and leaf groupings, as is a detailed examination of the power tools a woodcarver needs to create realistic carvings, including the bits and burs, flexible shaft machines, handpieces, and dust collectors.

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]]> Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark https://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/illustrated-guide-to-carving-tree-bark/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:33:36 +0000 http://kvwoodcarvingsupplies.com/product/illustrated-guide-to-carving-tree-bark/ with Rick Jensen

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