Old Time Whittling: Easy Techniques for Carving Classic Projects (Fox Chapel Publishing) Beginner-Friendly Guide to an Old-Fashioned Craft; Whittle a Boot, Face, Ball-in-the-Cage, Wooden Chain, & More
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Rediscover old-fashioned creativity! 10 easy projects with concise instructions and over 50 photographs and diagrams Beginner-friendly guide to the old-fashioned craft of whittling Create whittling classics and learn two-dimensional, shallow relief carving and three-dimensional, in-the-round carving Basic introduction includes wood selection, knife sharpening, and safety The term "whittling" evokes pleasant images of bygone days, when old-timers relaxed with knife and wood in front of the general store. Master the old-fashioned craft of whittling with this easy-to-learn beginner's guide! Even if you've never carved a piece of wood before, Old Time Whittling will show you how to create iconic whittling classics like the wooden chain, ball-in-a-cage, arrow-through-the-heart, and more. Woodcarving instructor and author Keith Randich takes you step-by-step through 10 projects, with concise instructions and more than 50 photographs and diagrams. You'll learn whittler's tricks for two-dimensional shallow relief carving and three-dimensional in-the-round carving, learn the basics of carving a face, and find tips on selecting wood, keeping your tools sharp, and important safety concerns. From a simple egg to a Brogan to love spoons on a chain, with Old Time Whittling , you'll discover the easy techniques you need to start creating classic whittling projects! Review: Great book - I bought this as a present for my husband, who has read it from cover to cover - several times - and I think I know most of what is in it too, now :-) ! He hasn't made anything from THIS book yet, but I've put in my orders! We would definitely recommend it. Beginner to Intermediate Whittlers? Review: Learning to carve - Great projects easy to follow good price
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| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 203 Reviews |
L**U
Great book
I bought this as a present for my husband, who has read it from cover to cover - several times - and I think I know most of what is in it too, now :-) ! He hasn't made anything from THIS book yet, but I've put in my orders! We would definitely recommend it. Beginner to Intermediate Whittlers?
J**K
Learning to carve
Great projects easy to follow good price
E**H
good read
husband loved this book gave him some good ideas for his wood carving
M**D
Bought as a gift
Present for family- happy with quality
M**R
Three Stars
brought as a gift
L**S
old time whittling
My husband really enjoyed this book.it is full of useful hints tips and projects as there are a number of unusual things to make.
M**D
Keith Randich`s Old Time Whittling
Found this book useful as I am a beginner to wood whittling and carving.I haven`t tried the projects yet as I`m cutting up some oak in preparation.
D**S
Lovely book
Bought this for my son who's recently found a hidden talent - very informative and well presented - packed well and delivered safe
P**S
bellissimo
Interessantissimo e scritto molto bene, belle fotografie , progetti spiegati chiaramente, facile da capire anche per chi non conosce perfettamente l'inglese!!!!!
P**R
Beaux projets de sculpture
Beaux projets de sculpture à réaliser et le fun
D**H
whittlin
for any person that want to try or already is a carver this is one of the most informative books needed..not only does it give the best information one needs but the projects in it are a challenge but helps you to design,complete, and further ones imagination and helps you want to continue , and improve your ability..it keeps your mind going and asks oneself what else can I come up with..thank you, very much
A**J
Great beginners whittlin' book!
I bought this book for a family member for Christmas. He loved it! Very details instructions on how to whittle a number of projects - and mostly all of them at a beginner level. Very nice book!
A**L
Shipment great
Shipment excellent. Was a gift so can only comment on product received in great condition. Expected thicker roduct instead of thin catalogue but content looks good.
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