The Fall 2017 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques. This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, www.foxchapelpublishing.com or 1-800-457-9112.
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In This Issue:
Features
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Woodcarver of the Year
By Kathleen Ryan Meet Janet Cordell, the 2017 honoree |
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Distinctively Different Decoys
By Kathleen Ryan Chris Boone uses natural bark, knots, and lichen to accent his carvings CLICK HERE to see more photos of Chris Boone’s natural decoys |
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Blades and Banjos
By Kathleen Ryan Carver strikes a chord with gourd banjos |
Techniques
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Make a House Sign
By Marty Leenhouts Versatile design is easy to carve and suits any home |
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Pattern Making with Clay Models
By Jim Hiser If you don’t draw as well as you’d like, make your pattern from clay |
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Creating a Carving from a Kid’s Sketch
By Jill and Mary Motovidlak Transform your child’s art into a carving |
Projects
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High-Relief Carving Made Easy
By Betty Padden Simple technique gives expert results |
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Carving a Relief Landscape
By Dylan Goodson Create miles of depth in a 2″-thick blank |
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Halloween Puzzle Playset
By Carolea Hower Freestanding figures fit into haunted house box for storage |
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Trick or Treat Witch
By Mike Pounders Focus on the expression while making this amusing witch |
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Tiny T. rex
By Brian Altison King of Lizards will be a hit with dino lovers of all ages |
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Bighorn Ram
By Leah Goddard Create this realistic animal bust with just five tools |
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Standing Blue Heron
By Robert Stadtlander Carve and paint a tranquil relief scene |
Patterns
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Carving a Red-Tailed Hawk Walking Stick
By David Stehly Simple pattern creates a stunning walking stick CLICK HERE for help choosing great wood for walking sticks |
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Burning a Fall Scene on Leather
By Danette Smith Use colored pencils to bring this autumn scene to life |
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Carving a Boy Scout
By Chris Hammack This iconic figure is easy to customize |
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Custom Paint Rack
By Steve Russell Size this basic design to fit your workspace |
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Dual Ornament
By Carolea Hower Display this quick-carve ornament from autumn to Christmas |
Online Exclusives
Walking Stick Wood Chart
CLICK HERE to download a reference chart that will help you choose great wood for walking sticks.
Artist Gallery
CLICK HERE to see more photos of Chris Boone’s natural decoys.
The Spiral Spoon
CLICK HERE to read about a carver’s visit to a store devoted to carved wooden spoons.
