Complete Book of Woodcarving: Everything You Need to Know to Master the Craft

THE COMPLETE BOOK OF WOODCARVING 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. With The Complete Book of Woodcarving as your guide, you will learn everything there is to know about carving, including: *How and why to select certain wood for your projects *Carving tools and how to use them *Sharpening your tools like an expert *Designing a carving workspace *Every classic carving style, from incised to chip, to low relief, to flat plane *Fundamental and complex carving techniques, including the push cut, pull cut, stop cut, slicing cut, and chip cut *The basics of power carving *Paints and finishes and how to properly use them *How to develop an idea into a finished carving The Complete Book of Woodcarving also includes a valuable resource section and eight classic projects that will confidently build your skills and refine your talents.