Complete Starter Guide to Whittling - 24 Easy Projects You Can Make in a Weekend (Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Instructions, Tips, & Ready-to-Carve Patterns to Whittle Toys & Gifts)

You can whittle just about anything the only limit is your imagination! Inside this comprehensive whittler's starter guide you'll find:

* 24 easy-to-make whittling projects

* Step-by-step instructions

* How-to photos

* Ready-to-carve patterns

* How to whittle classic toys, useful gifts, and fun displays

* Whittling techniques for twigs and branches

* The 4 basic knife cuts that most whittlers use

* What to look for when choosing a whittling knife

* How to sharpen your knife for safe and enjoyable whittling

It's so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book!

We've assembled a team of 12 leading woodcarvers to bring you a complete starter's guide to whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips.

Start off with fast and fun projects that build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques, like a simple flying propeller or a 5-minute owl. Then move on to create whittled wonders like a musical frog or a slingshot. The authors show you how to whittle complex designs in easy steps, so that you'll soon be carving attention-getting favorites like chain links or the classic ball-in-a-cage.

Age Range: 10 and up 

Paperback: 96 pages

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing (May 1, 2014)

Language: English

Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 0.3 x 9 inches

Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces

Reviews

"I haven't gone through all of them but it does give very good basic techniques that are important t to know and make your life.much easier as you start your wood carving carrwer."

- Carlos C.

"There's a lot of good information contained in this book as well as some fun projects."

- B. P. Evans

"My stepdad really enjoys this. I gave it to him along with whittling tools and blocks of wood."

- Laura

"This book is simple and clear for my 9 year old to learn from, and yet the projects are mature enough to catch the attention of my teenagers."

- Melissa

"i gifted my son this book along with a starter whittling kit at his request. He's really enjoying trying new things to the delight of his daughter."

- Patricia

"Great beginner book with excellent illustrations. I purchased it as a birthday gift for my 11 year old son who likes the projects."

- A. C.

"A great book for beginners. Good information on what type of knife to pick, the 4 basic cuts you make, and easy fun projects. I would recommend this book!"

- Donna Merrill
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About the Author

As the leading how-to magazine for woodcarvers, Woodcarving Illustrated promotes woodcarving as a fun pastime and recognized art form. Whether you're just getting started in the world of woodcarving or have been making chips for decades, Woodcarving Illustrated is designed to help you make the most of your carving time. Each quarterly issue is jammed with projects, instructions, photos, tool reviews, tips, and techniques. Expert guidance from the world's most talented carvers helps you to complete more projects and hone your skills.