The Summer 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. The lazy days of summer are perfect for relaxing one-knife whittling projects—we’ve got you covered with projects like Bob Kozakiewicz’s simple Quick Wizard. If you want to carve and sell some perennial craft show favorites, try Vernon DePauw’s folk-art style Americana Whale, Glenn Stewart’s cheery Daisy Pin, or Don Arnett’s Custom Whistles. Found wood projects include Ed LeFave’s whimsical Sliding Ball-in-Cage, carved from a broken broom handle, and Marty Leenhout’s chip carved paint stir sticks from the local hardware store. Dylan Goodson shows how to use realistic anatomy to bring his classic Sea Captain carving project to life. And pyrography enthusiasts won’t want to miss Aline Hoff¬man’s creative techniques for woodburning soulful Animal Eyes.

The world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. In this issue we feature a fine selection of relief carving projects, from Bob Stadtlander’s tranquil standing blue heron to Carolea Hower’s two-sided Thanksgiving/Christmas ornament. Dylan Goodson reveals his tricks for creating the illusion of distance in relief landscapes, while Betty Padden explains her simple techniques for high-relief carving. Other popular carving methods are well represented too, from carving-in-the-round to caricature and chip carving. Leah Goddard shows how to create a magnificent bighorn ram bust using only five tools. Mike Pounders’s trick-or-treat witch makes an amusing addition to your Halloween decorations, while Marty Leenhouts’s welcoming house sign, carved from high density urethane, will stand up under the toughest weather conditions.

The Spring 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels. Bob Hershey shares his step-by-step instructions for creating realistic fur texture on a caricature bunny, while Dylan Goodson shows you how to carve an amazingly lifelike rendition of the human hand. Russell Scott’s charming “Holding Tightly” project makes an easy-carve gift for your Valentine sweetheart. Kathleen Ryan describes the fascinating 700-year history of hand carved cookie molds, setting the stage for Keoma McCaffrey’s delicious cookie mold carving project. With its simple body shape and feather structure, Randy Conner’s Carolina wren makes a perfect first power carving subject. And if you are just starting out in woodcarving, don’t miss Bob Duncan’s snap guide to all the tools you need to get started.

The 20th anniversary issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with carving patterns, how-to tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. We offer plenty of Christmas carving ideas for holiday gifts and decorations, from Larry Green’s delightful caricature tree ornaments to an exquisite relief-carved snowman from Lora S. Irish. Our jolly assortment of Santa projects includes Dylan Goodson’s realistic St. Nick, plus a new chance to carve our very first Santa from Woodcarving Illustrated issue #1. Carolea Hower creates smiling Santas from ordinary wooden spoons, and Randy True shows how to transform ordinary golf tees into tiny Santa ornaments! You’ll also find many great projects unrelated to Christmas that will make terrific gifts. “Game of Thrones” fans will enjoy Tamera Seevers’ dragon wand, Tom Dean shows you how to use power tools to carve heirloom-quality bracelets, and Karen Hundt-Brown uses a woodburner to turn gourds into functional lamps.

·An exciting Christmas carving book featuring so many Santas - the most requested subject among the carving community ·A newly updated edition featuring 26 new step-by-step projects, newly added techniques and tips, and other updates that make instructions easier to read and accomplish for all skill levels ·A total of 30 Santa carving patterns, from the classic to the whimsical, representing the best of Woodcarving Illustrated ·Includes a fun history section about of Santa Claus along with an inspiring gallery of carvings depicting his different images throughout the world ·Easy-to-follow tutorials with accompanying full-size, ready-to-use patterns ·Contains expert finishing tips and techniques to make your Santa shine

The Summer 2018 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips and projects for all skill levels. This issue includes quick-carve projects that are perfect for campouts and teaching kids. Celebrate the patriotic holidays by whittling eagle heads, or capture the sounds of summer with a wood spirit whistle. Try your hand at an action-packed baseball pitcher caricature, or chip-carve a peaceful summer scene. Harold Enlow shows how to carve a classic cowboy—from the iconic hat to the stubbly beard—in 20 easy steps. Karen Henderson reveals her simple trick that lets you handcarve colorful wood to make gorgeous spoons. Desiree Hajny teaches how to combine carving and woodburning techniques to create a fearsome tiger, and Deborah Pompano’s lighthouse pyro pattern is perfect for beginners. But whatever you carve, keep your tools sharp! You can have sharp tools in just 10 minutes by using Bob Duncan’s quick & easy method for hand-sharpening most knives, gouges & v-tools.

FEATURES Under the Sea By Kathleen Ryan Bill Johnson dives into chip carving to create enchanting marine life The Doane Woodcarving Experience By Kathleen Ryan Join this workshop to sharpen your carving skills, meet the top instructors in the country, and make friends. Carving Family Fun By Kathleen Ryan Linda Langenberg Curtis’s carving lessons are a legacy of love and learning for the next generation TECHNIQUES Designing Celtic Knotwork By Dave Western Use simple techniques to design elaborate knotwork patterns Carving a Female Face By Dave Stetson Softness and symmetry are key for creating an attractive female caricature PROJECTS Wild Rose By Charley Phillips Bring the beauty of a summer meadow inside with this floral carving Pirate Captain Caricature By Larry Gladu Corner-cut a blank to bring this scurvy dog to life Carving a Cowgirl By Kristina Brown Practice – or teach – caricature by making this cute cowpoke and her stick pony Whittling an Eagle By Greg Young Grab a chunk of wood and a knife to carve this majestic eagle Lady Liberty By Vernon DePauw Let freedom ring with this patriotic folk-art decoration Chip Carving a Reef Fish By Bill Johnson Power carve this realistically shaped fish and embellish it with chip carving Power Carving a Saw Whet Owl By Hugh Parks Learn the basics of carving a realistic bird with this owl in a simple pose Dancing Jester By Floyd Rhadigan Convey movement and action with the pose of this comedic caricature PATTERNS Chip Carving a Flower By Wayne Barton Break out of the mold with this organic ornament