Carving Whimsical Birds

Carving Whimsical Birds

Author: Laura Putnam Dunkle

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9781565231139

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Just choose your favourite bird from the 17 described here, purchase a basswood egg at your favourite woodcarving supply shop, and follow along as Laura shows you to carve these cheery little chirpers. You'll find photography showing you step-by-step how to carve a bluebird, painting instructions, patterns, carving tips and details for 17 different birds. These whimsical birds make the perfect project for experienced carvers who need a break from more involved projects and are confidence builders for beginning carvers. Whatever your skill level, you'll find Laura Putnam Dunkle's Whimsical Birds are a joy to carve and even more fin to give.


Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark

Illustrated Guide to Carving Tree Bark

Author: Jack A. Williams

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2004-04-01

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1607658992

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· A valuable guide to learning how to wood carving whimsical figures and objects in tree bark · Provides a complete step-by-step project for carving a magical tree house · Offers expert advice on bark carving basics, tools, techniques, finishing tips, and other fundamental topics · Includes an inspirational gallery of completed works, including wood spirits, animals, tree houses, and more · Written by award-winning carver Rick Jensen and carver/photographer Jack A. Williams


Birds of Prey

Birds of Prey

Author: Floyd Scholz

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 9780811702423

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Raptors have intrigued and inspired artists and naturalists for thousands of years. Floyd Scholz's own fascination with these winged hunters began when he took up bird carving in the 1970's, but he was long frustrated by the lack of close up, detailed reference photographs of these birds. He decided to team up with photographer Tad Merrick to fill that void.


Owls

Owls

Author: Floyd Scholz

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 9780811710213

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• The most complete collection of visual reference material on North American owls including over 700 stunning photographs of 16 species of owls • Physical features offer insight into hunting, feeding, flying, and communication Renowned carver Floyd Scholz presents the much anticipated follow-up to his best-selling Birds of Prey. In this new book, hundreds of stunning full-color photographs and useful line drawings offer detailed studies of 16 species of owls—from the tiny Elf Owl to the impressive Great Horned Owl. All are illustrated in full detail, with focus on body and wing design, plumage patterns, flight characteristics, and predatory behavior. Also includes a section on carving and painting techniques and a gallery of Floyd Scholz's finished carvings. A must-have reference for carvers, artists, ornithologists, naturalists—anyone interested in these magnificent birds.


Peregrine Falcon

Peregrine Falcon

Author: Floyd Scholz

Publisher: Ampry Publishing, LLC

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0811714063

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Acclaimed bird carver Floyd Scholz explains his carving and painting techniques and demonstrates the unique talent that makes him one of the world’s greatest bird carvers and instructors. • Features a start-to-finish project from Floyd Scholz • Detailed instructions for how to carve, paint, and assemble a complex sculpture • Includes both peregrine falcon and green-winged teal carvings • Incisive discussion of carving approaches and techniques


Little Book of Whittling Gift Edition

Little Book of Whittling Gift Edition

Author: Chris Lubkemann

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2018-07-10

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 1607655438

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· The most successful whittling book ever published now available in a handsome new hardcover gift edition · Features 18 step-by-step projects for knives, forks, birds, animals, trees, flowers, and more · Includes information on wood selection, knife selection, safety, and sharpening · Great gift for beginners looking for an easy way to get started, and for more advanced carvers looking for a relaxing way to spend their time


Easy Pumpkin Carving

Easy Pumpkin Carving

Author: Colleen Dorsey

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2020-10-01

Total Pages: 79

ISBN-13: 1607654946

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• Fun guide to the classic Fall craft. • Priced to move at $4.99. • Eye-catching 12-unit clip strip display. • Covers both traditional and modern pumpkin carving techniques. • Ready-to-use pumpkin carving patterns. • Includes Dremel tool carving and etching methods.


Manual of Traditional Wood Carving

Manual of Traditional Wood Carving

Author: Paul N. Hasluck

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-12-03

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 0486154181

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Superb guide to every aspect of the craft combines practical instruction with more than 1,000 photos and diagrams. Projects range from simple — boxes, chests, chairs — to complex — tables, cabinets, beds.


Making Animated Whirligigs

Making Animated Whirligigs

Author: Anders S. Lunde

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1998-01-01

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 9780486400495

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More than two dozen traditional and original models of the wind-powered toys known as whirligigs appear in this how-to manual. Easy-to-follow instructions, detailed illustrations.


Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Book of Whittling

Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Book of Whittling

Author: Chris Lubkemann

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2016-12-01

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 1607653923

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· Learn how to whittle using just a twig, an Original Swiss Army Knife®, and a few minutes of spare time · Features the basics of whittling, plus how to choose wood, sharpen your blade, and control your pocket knife · Includes 43 step-by-step projects for a variety of useful and whimsical objects, from spoons and bow and arrows to trees, animals, and more · Compact size makes this book great for on-the-go use · Written by world-famous whittler and best-selling author Chris Lubkemann