The Wood Carving Bible

Master every technique you need to tackle a wide range of projects: choose the right woods and tools; make sketches or dummy models; carve in relief and in the round; explore pierced relief and appliqué; learn how to strengthen fragile forms and deal with unexpected splits and knots; shape bowls inside and out; and choose a finish that will complement your carving. Techniques and projects are shown with practical step by step photography.   You’ll also find a directory of wood finishes to complete your projects in a variety of ways, depending on the wood you use. Using the techniques you will learn in this book, you will also find instructions to make all kinds of carved projects: salad servers, a cheeseboard, elegant fruit bowls, a pumpkin shaped box, leafy mirror frame, decorative wall plaques, and figurines.