Whittling in Your Free Time: 16 Quick & Easy Projects to Carve in Wood

by Tom Hindes

Overview

In continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, author, whittling artist, carving teacher, and Woodcarving Illustrated contributor Tom Hindes brings you 16 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete in just one short sitting! With step-by-step instructions, high-quality photography, and a focus on the beginner-friendly flat-plane style of whittling, you’ll carve a variety of safari, aquatic, woodland, farm, and domestic animals. Progressing from very simple to more challenging, each project is meant to encourage you along the rewarding and relaxing path of whittling and build your skills. Whether you’re new to whittling or have been doing it for years and want to try a new method, this book is the go-to resource to keep on carving!

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781497100701
Publisher:	Fox Chapel Publishing
Publication date:	05/12/2020
Pages:	96
Sales rank:	472,941
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.30(d)

About the Author

Tom Hindes is a whittling artist and carving teacher. He is a regular contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated magazine.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Getting Started 8

Projects 11

Basics:

Sampler 12

Exercise 1 Carving With and Against the Grain 15

Exercise 2 Carving Up and Downhill 17

Safari Animals

Giraffe 20

Rhino 24

Lion 28

Hippo 32

Aquatic Animals

Dolphin 37

Polar Bear 40

Whale 44

Woodland Animals

Deer 49

Wolf 53

Standing Fox 57

Running Fox 61

Farm Animals and Pets

Golden Retriever 66

Scottie 70

Horse 73

Chicken 76

Pig 80

Appendix

Safety 85

Basic Cuts 87

Basics of Sharpening 89

Finishing 91

Patterns 92

Index 94

About the Author 96

Editorial Reviews

Especially appropriate for anyone aspiring whitt ler who is short on time, the quick and easy designs inside make “Whitt ling in Your Free Time” the perfect project book for whittlers of any skill level.

Midwest Book Review