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Review Quotes: "The book begins with an overview of tools and materials and a guide to essential techniques, such as tool sharpening, knife holding and different methods for adding eyes. The projects... range in difficulty, getting progressively harder as you work through the book. For each project, Peter provides a design and talks through how he made the piece step by step...Throughout the book, he shares useful tips he has learnt over his carving career that will elevate your work." -- Wood Carving "Benson lays out the fundamentals for beginners while also offering practical advice for more complex problems. Whittling Wildlife offers a unique form of woodworking, but is approachable, requires few tools, and easy to start learning. If whittling interests you, then I strongly recommend you give Benson's book a try."--Woodsmith Table of Contents: Introduction Practical information Tools and materials Techniques Projects Duck Heron Dolphin Albatross Polar bear Beaver Cormorant Walrus Pelican Otter Sealion Octopus Grebe Kingfisher Leaping fish Suppliers About the authorBrief Description: "Whittling Wildlife includes 15 aquatic animals to whittle. Seasoned woodcarver Peter Benson guides readers through the basics of whittling, explaining what equipment is needed, giving essential advice on best practice and showing how to carve safely. The projects have clearly presented, easy-to-follow instructions that increase in difficulty. Readers can hone their whittling skills as they make their way through the book. Projects include a dolphin, polar bear, kingfisher and more"--
Contributor Bio:Benson, Peter |
