Carving Wooden Santas, Elves & Gnomes: 28 Patterns for Hand-Carved Christmas Ornaments and Figures (Woodcarving Illustrated Books)

By Ross Oar

Book Overview

Think all Santas look the same? Think again Inside this book, you'll learn to carve over 20 different versions of Old St. Nick - each with a personality of his own. From the rustic Tree Cutting Santa to the European-inspired Olde World Santa to the adventurous Luge Riding Santa you'll find just the right Santa project to express your sentiment this holiday season. Follow along as Ross Oar guides you through 2 complete step-by-step projects. The first is the whimsical "Wee Santa" and the 2nd a cheerful "Christmas Gnome." Once you've mastered the projects, you can move on to any of the 21 additional carving patterns. Each pattern includes a detailed drawing, a band saw (roughout) pattern, and full color photograph of the finished carving. Also included are paint swatches to ensure a perfect finish. Grab your knife and start carving It's the best way to enjoy Christmas all year round

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565233832
• ISBN13: 9781565233836
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.6" x 10.7"