FEATURES

And The Winner Is…

Announcing the first winners in the 2016 People’s Choice Contest

Miniature Masterpieces

By Kathleen Ryan

Extraordinary Renaissance carving depict religious scenes in minuscule relief

Soapstone Artisty

By Kathleen Ryan

Three sculptors share their tips

No Fear at 94

By Dean Otteson

Nonagenarian Tony Giuffrida fills retirement with creative carving

Heavenly Pews

By Kathleen Ryan

Cindy Chinn combined carving, glass, and light to create angelic art.

PATTERNS

Leopard Pattern

Pattern by Gordon and Marsha Stiller

Reference photo, description, and detailed pattern help you carve a lifelike leopard

Carving a Cricifix

By Cindy Chinn

Tips for carving a religious icon

TOOLS

Universal Bench Hook

By Andrew DiPace

Get a grip on carving projects with uneven edges

PROJECTS

Folk Art Peacock

By Vernon DePauw

Colorful quilt-inspired design is perfect for Mardi Gras

Carving a North Woods Animal Puzzle

By Nancy Borson

Embellish puzzle pieces with relief carving techniques

Casual Caricature Rabbit

By Leah Goddard and Floyd Rhadigan

This easy Easter bunny will be welcome in any basket

Soapstone Whale

By Julie Kee

Use your woodcarving skills to create this stunning stone sea creature

Big Bad Whale

By Barbara Millikan

Fierce carved wolf is a perfect accessory for days that really bite

Yorkie Dog Caricature

By sandy Smith

A pocket-sized pooch that’s quick to make

Carving a Brook Trout

By Charles Weiss

Use a combination of hand and power tools to shape this realistic fish

Building Noah’s Ark

By Betty Padden

Carve and paint this popular childhood toy

TECHNIQUES

Inlaid Bunny Box

By roger F Wolford

Use liquid inlay to add intricate designs to a remade box

Adding Arms to a Carving

By Oren Quist

Control the grain direction for stronger arms that are easier to carve

Tips for Personalizing a Toolbox

By Rev. Jim Paulson

Ideas to carve, paint, and decorate your toolbox