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Chip Carving (Best of WCI)

Expert Techniques and 50 All-Time Favorite Projects
Fox Chapel Publishing Co.
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Product Type: Paperback / softback

Description

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Take a journey into this old-world art form. Discover patterns, tips , and techniques, as well as a beautiful gallery of work to spur the imagination for unique creations.

Details

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Pages 128
Publish Date 2009-11-25
Series  
Size 8.5" x 11.0" x 0.33"
Author Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated
Product Form Paperback / softback

Reviews

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depth section looking at the techniques needed for successful chip carving. Chip Carving is a fun and informative collection of projects which will challenge and engage the carver, no matter the skill level. A useful book to add your collection!
Chip carving can be used to great decorative effect and is a side to woodcarving which many enjoy. If you're one of these then you will welcome this book with 50 projects from specialist chip carvers across the pond such as Barry McKenzie, Tom Douglass, Roger Strautman and Elaine Dugan. Let them guide your hand as you discover how to chip carve an egg, golf balls, leaf ornaments, landscapes, crosses, letters, a birdhouse and a teapot clock. And to get you on your way, there is even an in
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depth section looking at the techniques needed for successful chip carving. Chip Carving is a fun and informative collection of projects which will challenge and engage the carver, no matter the skill level. A useful book to add your collection!
Chip carving can be used to great decorative effect and is a side to woodcarving which many enjoy. If you're one of these then you will welcome this book with 50 projects from specialist chip carvers across the pond such as Barry McKenzie, Tom Douglass, Roger Strautman and Elaine Dugan. Let them guide your hand as you discover how to chip carve an egg, golf balls, leaf ornaments, landscapes, crosses, letters, a birdhouse and a teapot clock. And to get you on your way, there is even an in
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time favorite projects featured in this excellent book. For the beginner, the opening pages show you some of the basic cuts and cutting methods. An explanation of how the chips are cut. The book is full of great holiday ideas from icicle tree ornaments to delicate snowflakes. Carved eggs, quilt pattern coasters, inspirational crosses and even a decorative teapot and spoon clock. They are all here with plans and/or patterns.
With an introduction by master chip carver Barry McKenzie, you will really appreciate the 50 all

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About the Author

As the leading how-to magazine for woodcarvers, Woodcarving Illustrated promotes woodcarving as a fun pastime and recognized art form. Whether you’re just getting started in the world of woodcarving or have been making chips for decades, Woodcarving Illustrated is designed to help you make the most of your carving time. Each quarterly issue is jammed with projects, instructions, photos, tool reviews, tips, and techniques. Expert guidance from the world’s most talented carvers helps you to complete more projects and hone your skills

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