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Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 47 Summer 2009
FEATURES
Best of Show Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving shows
Sharing the Joy of Carving Wood By Dave Brock
Build self confidence and provide a life-long hobby by teaching kids to carve
First Cuts Mark Gargac and Fred Wilbur provide valuable tips for carvers and share their first carvings
Exploring the Culture of Maori Woodcarving By Mike Davies
New Zealand natives use woodcarving to document their history and honor their ancestors
PROJECTS
Making a Tramp Art Frame By Jim Sebring
Easy chip cuts and simple joints make this frame an ideal project for novice carvers
Hand Carve a Realistic Wolf By Dee Gipson
Woodburn detailed fur texture on this classic predator
Power Carve an Eagle Pin By Al Groncki
Miniature project hones your carving and burning techniques
Create a Nostalgic Whirligig By Vernon DePauw
Simple carved features, spinning arms, and a rustic finish make this project a winner
Carving a Wren in the Round By Chris Pye
Work with the grain and supporting wood to add strength to fragile areas
Making a Gargoyle Cane By Shawn Cipa
Construction techniques for carving a functional cane
Carving a Watchful Dragon By Floyd Rhadigan
This fun shelf sitter is the perfect guardian for your bookshelf
TECHNIQUES
How to Select the Right Power Carving Equipment By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton
An overview of the types of tools and different models
Carving Realistic Wrinkles and Folds By Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach and Fred Zavadil
Create accurate details by studying how clothing relates to anatomy
Creating a Simple Armature By Marv Kaisersatt
Design your own carving with the aid of armatures and clay models
DEPARTMENTS
Editor's Column
From Our Mailbag
News and Notes
Tips and Techniques
Reader Gallery
Product Review
Relief Column
Calendar of Events
Coming Features
Ad Directory & Classifieds
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