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Woodcarving Illustrated Spring Issue, Issue #114
The Spring 2026 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as…
Pear-Shaped Santa
Turned blank allows you to carve without worrying about symmetry and proportions By Roger Beane…
Easy Cleanup
By Steve Russell To protect my workbench, I cover it with freezer paper. Just cut…
Woodcarving Illustrated Winter Issue, Issue #113
The Winter 2025 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as…
Latest Patterns & Projects
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House and Barn Pyrography
Woodburn an additional rustic scene from this Connecticut farm By Carol Wallace One of the…
Hand-Hewn Wooden Cup
Rustic cup is traditional, functional, and sensible By Rick Wiebe I carved my first wooden…
Building a Carver’s Frame
Shop-made holding fixture allows you to carve anything outdoors By Ralph Beam Illustrations by Paul…
Baby Chickadee
A little bird told us this is the perfect project for power carvers By Butch…
Simple Comb
Great as a tool or a hair accessory, these projects are a cinch to shape…
The History of Romantic Love Carving
Lovespoon carver shares the story behind a traditional token of affection By Dave Western Throughout…
Tools & Product Reviews
Expert reviews to help you choose the right tools

Product Review: MakerX® Rotary Tool & Airbrush Combo
Unique power hub gives you the freedom to craft wood…
Product Review: The Only Power Carver You’ll Ever Need
The new Foredom K.1060 delivers both power and precision—at a…
Schaaf’s New Tool Sets
Take your pick from three sets of hard-working hand tools…
Hand in Glove
Want to carve safely without compromising dexterity? Schaaf’s new cut-resistant…
From the Archive
Timeless techniques and inspiration from our extensive collection
Pear-Shaped Santa
Turned blank allows you to carve without worrying about symmetry…
Easy Cleanup
By Steve Russell To protect my workbench, I cover it…
Chip-Carving a Summer Scene
You won’t want to cover these coaster-sized designs By Roman…
Carving Folk-Art Birds
Highlight the tool marks with a little paint to simulate…
Cushioning Gouge Handles
By Vernon DePauw I’ve tried gloves and padding for my…
Chip Carving a Flower
Break out of the mold with this organic ornament By…
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