Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 51 Summer 2010

FEATURES  Best of Show By Bob Duncan - Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving shows Andy Anderson's Custom Carved Furniture By Paul Volpp - A unique look a the grandfather of caricature carvings' lesser-known work    PROJECTS  Handcarving a Baby Spoon By Carl Johnson  - Quick and easy project makes a unique gift Whittling Whimsical Bookmarks By Jack Lund - Playful figures make quick and easy gifts  Carving a Caricature Pig By Christine Coffman - Charming character makes an ideal beginner project  Turning Branches into Spice Shakers By Chris Lubkemann - Rustic salt and pepper holders add personality to your table or picnic basket  Make a Moving Magnetic Carving By Larry Wolterstorff - Clever use of magnets is a fun conversation starter  Power Carving a Polar Bear By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton - Develop your skills with this easy stylized design Carving an Army Private By Arnold Smith - Attention to detail brings this caricature of an enlisted man to life  Sculpting Elegant Horse Head Bookends By Chris Pye - Stylized carvings are modeled after classic T'ang Dynasty horses  Carve a Stylized Trout By Tom Dean - Use power tools to create a beautiful carved fish  Relief Carve an Old World Saint By Nora Hall - Create the look of flowing fabric with classic techniques    TECHNIQUES  Sanding Techniques By Mike Burton - Decrease sanding time with shop-tested tips Creating Seashell Decorations By Robert L. Buyer - Easy techniques unveil the beauty of nature  Building a Carving Arm By LaVerne 'Sid' Sidler -  Shopmade holding device promotes safe carving techniques Sharpening Chisels By Mac Proffitt - Create and maintain a sharp edge on chisels and skew chisels    DEPARTMENTS  Editor's Letter  From Our Mailbag  News and Notes  Tips and Techniques  Reader Gallery  Relief Column  Calendar of Events  Coming Features  Ad Directory  Woodchips    You can purchase a digital edition of this issue. 

As the leading how-to magazine for woodcarvers, Woodcarving Illustrated promotes woodcarving as a fun pastime and recognized art form. Whether you're just getting started in the world of woodcarving or have been making chips for decades, Woodcarving Illustrated is designed to help you make the most of your carving time. Each quarterly issue is jammed with projects, instructions, photos, tool reviews, tips, and techniques. Expert guidance from the world's most talented carvers helps you to complete more projects and hone your skills.