Home Craft Course: Pennsylvania German Wood Carving

By W. J. McAllister

Book Overview

The Home Craft Course: Pennsylvania German Wood Carving by W.J. McAllister is a comprehensive guide to the traditional art of wood carving in the Pennsylvania German style. The book covers the history and cultural significance of this unique style of wood carving, as well as the tools and materials needed to get started. The author provides step-by-step instructions for carving a variety of traditional designs, including birds, flowers, and geometric patterns. The book also includes information on finishing techniques and tips for creating your own designs. With detailed illustrations and clear instructions, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning the art of Pennsylvania German wood carving.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116867414X
• ISBN13: 9781168674142
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"