| Description |
275 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Series |
Woodcarving illustrated books |
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Woodcarving illustrated books.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Summary |
"If you're a woodworker expanding your talents, a seasoned carver brushing up on your technique, or a beginner newly introduced to this fun and fulfilling craft, you only need one carving book: 'The Complete book of woodcarving.' In this comprehensive and fully illustrated reference, Everett Ellenwood, a popular and nationally known carving instructor, packs 40 years of carving "know how" brimming with expert instruction, insightful tips, and practical advice"--Back cover |
| Contents |
A history of woodcarving -- Types of carvings -- Wood for carving -- Carving tools -- Carving accessories -- Sharpening your tools -- Tool practice -- Getting started -- Painting and finishing -- Step-by-step projects: Stylized bird, Snowman, Flower relief carving, Stylized cat, Acanthus, Chip carved star, Pierced relief horse heads. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 267) and index. |
| Subject |
Wood-carving -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Wood-carving -- Technique.
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Wood-carving -- Patterns.
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Wood-carving. (OCoLC)fst01179459
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Wood-carving -- Technique. (OCoLC)fst01179472
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| Genre/Form |
Handbook (DNLM)D020479
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Handbooks and manuals. (OCoLC)fst01423877
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Patterns. (OCoLC)fst01424065
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Handbooks and manuals.
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| ISBN |
9781565232921 |
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1565232925 |
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