Learn to express your faith in wood with over 20 relief carving projects inspired by Scripture. First, you will learn the basics of relief carving. Then, you will follow the author, step-by-step as he demonstrates how to carve a house blessing featuring a cross with a descending dove. Not to be missed is a special section on marketing your carvings.

With 36 tried-and-true relief woodcarving projects and patterns from the archives of "Woodcarving Illustrated," plus expert advice from favorite authors, readers can create an assortment of compelling carvings for the home and beyond.

· A complete guide for beginner woodcarvers to learn everything they need to know to be successful in the craft · Provides essential lessons, from safe tool handling tips and choosing wood to making cuts and executing a variety of techniques · Features step-by-step instructions for a number of motifs as well as 3 complete woodcarving projects · Written by internationally acclaimed master carver Chris Pye

"Simple techniques for complex projects" - t.p.

The ultimate sourcebook for carving these classic figures, with 2 step-by-step demonstrations, 40 ready-to-use patterns, and an inspiring photo gallery.

A step-by-step guide to choosing woods and buying chisels to laminating boards and stamping backgrounds.

Easy to follow, with clear instructions and step-by-step photographs. A variety of attractive projects including flowers, mouldings, letters and numbers can be carved simply and stylishly.