FEATURES

Wood Carving Fantasy By Bob Duncan

Floyd Rhadigan is known for his quick knife, appealing fantasy characters, and tireless teaching schedule.

Carving Between the Covers By Kathleen Ryan

Italian sculptor Nino Orlando reveals the hidden magic in carved books

Carving a Place in History

Woodworker Barrie Casement is helping to restore St. Patrick's Cathedral

Winning Wonders

Meet the winners of the final 2016 People’s Choice Contest

PROJECTS

Bringing Home the Tree By Russell Scott

Model T delivers memories of Christmas past

Oak Leaf Tray By John Shortell

This heirloom tray is as useful as it is beautiful

Block Nativity By Andrew DePace

Stylized design makes a beautiful and durable decoration

Bright Bulb Santa By David Sharp

Combine two Christmas classics with this clever ornament

TECHNIQUES

Carving a Nativity Scene By Carolea Hower

Adaptable design can be displayed on your tree or mantel

Simple Santa By Dave Stetson

Change a few details to customize this easy carving

Santa Variations By Susan L. Hendrix

Customize your carving by sketching new accessories

PATTERNS

Father Christmas By Susan L. Hendrix

This slightly stylized Santa will complement any holiday décor

Casual Claus By Floyd Rhadigan

Laid-back Santa isn’t checking the Naughty List this year

Frosty Ornament By Jim Willis

This jolly snowman won’t melt after the holidays

Peekaboo Santa Ornaments By Carolea Hower

Don’t like to carve eyes? This fast, fun Santa lets you skip ’em

Holly Napkin Holder By Marty Leenhouts

Chip carve this simple design to dress up your holiday table

Cardinal Ornament By Jim Willis

This winter bird will add a splash of color to your tree

North Pole Snowman By Steve Russell

Simple relief ornament can be carved and painted quickly

Peace Out Santa By Rick Stoddard

Give Santa a retro look with this fun carving

Quick Reindeer By Barbara Millikan

Carve this ornament in a couple of hours and then let the kids add the color

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing By Dennis and Susan Thornton

A choir of music legends rocks the halls of heaven

Carving a Caricature Soldier By Floyd Rhadigan

New book is a heartfelt thanks to veterans

Traditional Santa By Thomas Westmoreland

Add or ignore details to tailor this pattern to your carving skills