Whittling Twigs & Branches, 2nd Edition: Unique Birds, Flowers, Trees & More from Easy-to-Find Wood (Fox Chapel Publishing) Step-by-Step, Create

Author: Lubkemann, Chris

Brand: Design Originals

Edition: 2nd

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 72

Release Date: 01-09-2004

Part Number: 9781565232365

Details: Learn everything you need to know to master the basic woodworking technique of curling to create birds, trees, flowers and more! Fun projects to whittle using just ordinary twigs & branches and your pocketknife Beginner-friendly advice on tools & wood selection, plus troubleshooting tips Step-by-step demonstrations on how to carve roosters, herons, pheasants, roadrunners, flowers, & trees Gallery of finished pieces for inspiration, including table lamps, whimsical characters, & chess sets Whittling Twigs & Branches, 2nd Edition is perfect for both beginning and experienced whittlers. With little more than a knife, a branch and a dose of concentration, this book will show you how to create unique keepsakes that are fun to make, will be appreciated as gifts and can be a popular item for sale. Included are step-by-step demonstrations on how to carve roosters, herons, pheasants, roadrunners, flowers, trees and letter openers from ordinary twigs and branches using only a pocketknife. Also included are tips for correcting mistakes and some painting and finishing tips. The book also includes basic tool and wood information, as well as troubleshooting advice. Finally, the picture gallery of finished pieces will give you inspiration for your own work, including table lamps, whimsical characters, letter openers, desk plaques and chess sets. A knife and a little know-how are all you need to turn a twig into a bird, tree, or flower!

EAN: 9781565232365

Package Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.3 inches

Languages: English