Archive for December, 2009

Choosing Power Carving Bits

Choosing Power Carving Bits

In power carving, the bur or bit is the part of the tool that does that actual wood removal. The power carving tool, such as a flexible shaft machine or micro motor, spins the bit at a high speed and the cutting surface or abrasive on the bit removes the […]

by — December 22, 2009 — 0 comments — Shop Tips
"Learning to carve with mallets and chisels set something off inside of me. I couldn't stop. Every day I was in the basement carving something–trying to improve."

John Burke Woodcarver of the Year

Noted for his highly detailed realistic busts, John Burke’s biggest contribution to the world of woodcarving is the impact he has had on other carvers. For more than 20 years, John has been teaching carving. In fact, John pioneered many of the methods used to teach woodcarving and his techniques […]

by — December 20, 2009 — 0 comments — Features