Powder Horns: Fabrication & Decoration
ISBN: 9780764334894 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Learn to create beautiful, functional powder horns. 275 color photos illustrate working, shaping, decorating, and finishing techniques. Historic and modern tools and equipment are introduced for inlays, engrailing, and scrimshaw. Leather strap weaving and braiding methods are also provided for carrying the finished horn in an authentic manner. For inspiration, a photo gallery shows finished powder horns and a contact list includes the artists featured. There is no better resource for the craftsman seeking to make an authentic, functional powder horn.
Learn to create beautiful, functional powder horns. 275 color photos illustrate working, shaping, decorating, and finishing techniques. Historic and m...
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154,89 zł |
Turning Natural Edge Bowls
ISBN: 9780764335624 / Angielski / Miękka / 80 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The natural edge bowl is an example of how man and nature can work together to create beauty. With this book of 214 color photos and concise text, readers can learn to create a variety of natural edge bowls. Beginning with a discussion of wood grain orientation on the lathe and preparing the wood blank, the text explores rough turning, shaping, balance, coring, and final turning. Also learn decoration beyond turning, and surface treatments such as burning, carving, piercing, and finishing. Also explored are various materials for the turner's use, including domestic and imported burls and...
The natural edge bowl is an example of how man and nature can work together to create beauty. With this book of 214 color photos and concise text, rea...
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105,08 zł |
How to Carve Bellamy Eagles
ISBN: 9780764335723 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. John Haley Bellamy (1836-1914) was a folk art woodcarver from New England, best known for his eagles. His work is prized today by collectors, and has been copied more than any other artist from the golden age of woodcarving. These symbols of America in his unique style makes them ideal projects for carvers of all skill levels. Learn about Bellamy himself, and see 293 color photos with step-by-step instructions. This informative guide discusses the tools, with instructions to carve three differently styled eagles (Portsmouth, pilothouse, and soaring). Instructions include gold leaf application...
John Haley Bellamy (1836-1914) was a folk art woodcarver from New England, best known for his eagles. His work is prized today by collectors, and has ...
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88,48 zł |
Carving Mexican Wrestlers
ISBN: 9780764336041 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Text in English & Spanish. With step-by-step photos and instructions, this book teaches wood carvers the steps necessary to create six of Mexico's colourful, costumed wrestlers, the Lucha Libre. The wrestlers bring a time-honoured tradition to the wood carving world. Patterns for six different wrestlers are provided, including one swinging a folding chair, plus a referee to oversee the match. Painting instructions are given to bring these figures vibrantly to life. A gallery provides detailed pictures of each figure from all sides, so that no detail is overlooked. The text is provided in both...
Text in English & Spanish. With step-by-step photos and instructions, this book teaches wood carvers the steps necessary to create six of Mexico's col...
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88,48 zł |
Twenty Decorative Carving Projects in Period Style s
ISBN: 9781861086945 / Angielski / Miękka / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This collection of inspirational period carving projects ranges from the quick and simple to the long and complex, so caters for hobby carvers of all abilities.
This collection of inspirational period carving projects ranges from the quick and simple to the long and complex, so caters for hobby carvers of all ...
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94,02 zł |
Woodcarving - The Woodworker Series
ISBN: 9781446524909 / Angielski / Miękka / 230 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This antique book constitutes part of 'The Woodworker Series' and contains a detailed treatise on decorative woodcarving, with information on tools, technique, and its history. Easy-to-digest and complete with handy tips and helpful diagrams, this text is perfect for the beginner and will also be of some value to the seasoned woodworker. A worthy addition to collections of woodworking literature, this book is not to be missed by the discerning enthusiast with an interest in decorative work. The chapters of this book include: 'Carving Gothic Forms', 'Borders', 'Carving the Gothic Trefoil',...
This antique book constitutes part of 'The Woodworker Series' and contains a detailed treatise on decorative woodcarving, with information on tools, t...
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178,19 zł |
Introduction to Soapstone Sculpting
ISBN: 9780764337819 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Learn the art of sculpting soapstone. The softness of the material makes it easy to work with using basic, simple tools. Soapstone also produces beautiful colorful results when polished. Carve a rabbit or a snail. Sculpt a flower, a heart, or a butterfly. Make a bowl. With 737 color images, patterns to guide you, and step-by-step directions, sculptors of any age and skill level can easily accomplish these 11 fun projects. Chapters include sculpting techniques, how to select the right piece of soapstone, and tips on how to handle bruising and chipping of the stone. Artists of all trades,...
Learn the art of sculpting soapstone. The softness of the material makes it easy to work with using basic, simple tools. Soapstone also produces beaut...
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154,89 zł |
Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners
ISBN: 9781861086938 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Create your Japanese work of art with this new, comprehensive title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke carvings. Traditionally created for practical reasons, these fantastic miniature carvings are now highly collectible works of art. Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners is packed with information on the history, techniques, tools, and skills needed to master the art. Written in an approachable, personal style with 6 step-by-step projects to follow and 23 additional ideas, Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners... Create your Japanese work of art with this new, comprehensive title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke carvings. Tradition... |
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87,92 zł |
Wood Carving for Beginners
ISBN: 9781447410157 / Angielski / Miękka / 50 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republ...
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89,07 zł |
Turning Salt and Pepper Shakers and Mills
ISBN: 9781861088253 / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Chris West covers all aspects of turning these useful condiment holders and demonstrates how practical kitchen utensils can be transformed into beautiful, stylish and tactile additions to your home. 30 projects are rated in order of difficulty, from beginner, through to intermediate and advanced.
Chris West covers all aspects of turning these useful condiment holders and demonstrates how practical kitchen utensils can be transformed into beauti...
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94,02 zł |
Caricatures in Motion
ISBN: 9780764338731 / Angielski / Miękka / 96 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Whether running, jumping, or walking, subtle twists or turns of the body can ultimately give a carving a sense of motion. That concept is proven here. Caricature Carvers of America members offer up a variety of carvings of figures in motion. All of them are humorous and several carvings share a similar "theme." Among them are a cowboy on a "quick" trip to the outhouse and another who has been there, met up with a bee's nest, and is making a fast getaway. Sports figures, superheroes, dancers, a fireman, and even a surfing chicken are among the delightful characters who move their way through...
Whether running, jumping, or walking, subtle twists or turns of the body can ultimately give a carving a sense of motion. That concept is proven here....
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105,08 zł |
Carving Animals: Bunnies and Chipmunks
ISBN: 9780764338854 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Having taught carving classes for more than 30 years, Rosalyn Daisey brings the same step-by-step format that she uses in her classes to the written page for the sixth time. The subject is carving and painting small animals. There are 2 rabbit and 2 chipmunk carving projects along with a chapter on helpful hints and information. Each animal carving has its own, unique personality that seems to come to life as the project progresses. Roz carefully leads readers through the project from cutting out the blank to painting and completing the projects. The 739 color photographs show each step,...
Having taught carving classes for more than 30 years, Rosalyn Daisey brings the same step-by-step format that she uses in her classes to the written p...
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226,82 zł |
Relief Carving with Nora Hall
ISBN: 9780764339387 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Take your carving to the next level, as Master Woodcarver Nora Hall demonstrates the fundamentals of carving and how to properly handle the tools. She'll show you that to become a great woodcarver, all you need are the tools, good wood, and the desire to create. Learn how to look at a carving and know how to do it intuitively. With 192 images, step-by-step, illustrated exercises are given throughout the book. Chapters include carving methods, fundamentals of letter carving, and ornamental relief carving. Woodcarvers of all skill levels will find this a wonderful resource and guide.
Take your carving to the next level, as Master Woodcarver Nora Hall demonstrates the fundamentals of carving and how to properly handle the tools. She...
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127,22 zł |
Sculpting Cane Handles
ISBN: 9780764328237 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Create innovative and imaginative wooden cane handles in a wide variety of shapes. The 169 clear color photos detail the process and provide examples sure to inspire wood carvers, cane makers, and cane collectors alike.
Featured are examples in zebra, Colorplay, and holly woods in the female form, as birds, animals, lips, and low relief decoration. Wood carving canes can be fun with this book. Create innovative and imaginative wooden cane handles in a wide variety of shapes. The 169 clear color photos detail the process and provide examples ...
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77,42 zł |
Power Carving a Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab
ISBN: 9780764339653 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab comes to life in this new D-I-Y book. Step-by-step instructions illustrated with 215 color photographs, will help both the beginner and advanced woodcarver learn how to carve this nautical species using power tools. The book features 14 clear, full-size drawings and illustrated, step-by-step directions for carving and painting each part of the crab, including a base and display to hold the completed crab among carved barnacles and grasses. Power-carving tips and techniques are explained as are the proper scientific terms for all of the parts of the crab. A gallery...
The Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab comes to life in this new D-I-Y book. Step-by-step instructions illustrated with 215 color photographs, will help both th...
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88,48 zł |
Sculpting a Coyote in Soapstone
ISBN: 9780764340093 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The coyote is one of the more playful members of the wildlife world, while imbued with insight and wisdom. A popular animal to carve in many media, it comes to life again in this illustrated guide for carving a coyote in soapstone. Using only a chisel, a file, and a rasp, step-by-step instructions and detailed photographs show how to accomplish each cut. Chapters include drawing and detailing the design, rounding the tail side, creating the leg and head, defining the paw, rounding the body, and finishing and polishing. Patterns and a gallery of completed works are also provided. It is a great...
The coyote is one of the more playful members of the wildlife world, while imbued with insight and wisdom. A popular animal to carve in many media, it...
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88,48 zł |
Carving a Bear in Soapstone
ISBN: 9780764340840 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bears are a symbol of strength in many cultures. They also have a certain protectiveness and prowess about them - characteristics that are easily seen in this soapstone carving of a standing bear. Illustrated, step-by-step directions provide techniques for carving, from designing the bear to adding the final polish. Chapters include carving the waist and belly, head and shoulders, legs and tail, and its ears and snout. A gallery of completed projects will inspire your own creativity. The soapstone's soft texture makes it an easy and popular material for carving the bear's many features. This...
Bears are a symbol of strength in many cultures. They also have a certain protectiveness and prowess about them - characteristics that are easily seen...
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88,48 zł |
Wood-Carving for Amateurs - A Practical Handbook for the Novice Worker
ISBN: 9781446507773 / Angielski / Miękka / 110 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This text contains a guide to wood-carving, and constitutes a practical handbook specially designed for the novice woodworker. This text will greatly appeal to anyone with an interest in woodcarving, from the absolute beginner to the woodworker looking to expand his repertoire. Complete with interesting information, handy tips and detailed illustrations, this book is not to be missed by the anyone with an interest in the subject and makes for a great addition to collections of woodworking literature. The chapters of this book include: Tools; Wood; Bench, and Methods of Holding Work;...
This text contains a guide to wood-carving, and constitutes a practical handbook specially designed for the novice woodworker. This text will greatly ...
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178,19 zł |
Fretwork for the Home - A Collection of Designs for the Making of Home Furnishings and Accessories
ISBN: 9781447444978 / Angielski / Miękka / 70 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book contains a lovely collection of fretwork patterns for the making of home furnishings and accessories, and being clearly layed out and with explanatory diagrams, this book is easy to follow. With something for every room of the house, whether it be a childs bedroom, the bathroom or the kitchen, this book ensures you can add beautiful additions thoughout your home.It is also brilliant for unusual and unique gift ideas, and will suit all levels skills, with even a couple of patterns for the younger fretworker to try out. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and...
This book contains a lovely collection of fretwork patterns for the making of home furnishings and accessories, and being clearly layed out and with e...
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133,62 zł |
Carving On Turning
ISBN: 9780946819881 / Angielski / Miękka / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Give turned work an added dimension of artistry by embellishing it with carving. Twelve projects, arranged in order of difficulty, provide progressive lessons in technique. Begin with simple decorative marks to create a beautiful sun bowl and a wheat-ear breadboard. Make a vase using low relief, or a dolphin mirror with pierced relief, and practice shaping skills while working on a mortar and pestle.
Give turned work an added dimension of artistry by embellishing it with carving. Twelve projects, arranged in order of difficulty, provide progressive...
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87,92 zł |