The art of whittling : a woodcarver's guide to making things by hand /
by Karlsson, Niklas.
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BookPublisher: London : Carlton Books, 2017Description: 159 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781787390034 (hbk.) :; 1787390039 (hbk.) :.Classification number: 736.4 KARSubject(s): Wood-carving | Art and Design | Art and DesignSummary: Whittling is more than just a way of busying idle hands - it is a pastime for those who love the texture of wood and a way of life for those who feel a special connection between people and trees. This beautiful and practical guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life and a means of getting back to basics and creating unique items from scratch. Inside you will learn about the ancient art of whittling as one of the earliest forms of artistic expression; the different types of wood to use in your work; the simple tools you need to get started; and the various cutting techniques.
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| 736.4 BEN Whittling handbook / | 736.4 BEN Whittling woodland animals / | 736.4 DEN The wood carving bible: | 736.4 KAR The art of whittling : | 736.4 MUI The wood carver's dozen : | 736.4 OSB The Hatchet + Bear book of spoon carving / | 736.4 RHA Carving fantasy creatures: |
Includes index.
Whittling is more than just a way of busying idle hands - it is a pastime for those who love the texture of wood and a way of life for those who feel a special connection between people and trees. This beautiful and practical guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life and a means of getting back to basics and creating unique items from scratch. Inside you will learn about the ancient art of whittling as one of the earliest forms of artistic expression; the different types of wood to use in your work; the simple tools you need to get started; and the various cutting techniques.
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