{"id":17568,"date":"2018-05-24T15:20:55","date_gmt":"2018-05-24T19:20:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/?p=17568"},"modified":"2018-07-05T12:29:25","modified_gmt":"2018-07-05T16:29:25","slug":"whittling-2018-volume-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/whittling-2018-volume-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Whittling 2018: Volume 5"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whittling, a special issue of\u00a0<\/em>Woodcarving Illustrated,\u00a0includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques.\u00a0<\/em>This issue is not a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, www.foxchapelpublishing.com<\/a>\u00a0or 1-800-457-9112.<\/em><\/p>\n

Scroll down for a sneak peek!<\/h4>\n

Beginning Carvers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/td>\n10-Minute Dogs<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Tom Hindes\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

This pattern is fast and easy\u2014and adaptable to any breed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nBest-Ever Blade Cover<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Gary Fenton<\/em><\/p>\n

A simple trick ensures this cover stays in place to protect your blade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nA Skulk of Foxes\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Heath Dawson<\/em><\/p>\n

This family of foxes fits together to form a puzzle, game, or finger fidget<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nLuring You On<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Harley Refsal\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Learn to carve with the grain by making a fishing lure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nMaking a Slip-Bark Whistle\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Andrew Thomas-Price<\/em><\/p>\n

This kid favorite is quick, easy, and really, really loud<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nCreating a Folding Cross<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Ron Vance\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Use straight cuts and a classic technique to turn a craft stick into a cross<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nStick Horses and Other Twig Animals\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Chris Lubkemann\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Turn a twig into a pen or a back scratcher with just a few cuts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nCarving a Big Cat<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Don Self\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Make a black panther or a jaguar using the same pattern<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Quick & Easy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/td>\nCarving a Cottonwood Bark Chain<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Rick Wiebe\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Choosing a different type of wood makes it easier to join the “chain gang”<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nWhittle a Baby Elephant\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Tom Hindes\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

This elephant in the room is too cute to ignore<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nHatching a Hedgehog<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Steven Kulp<\/em><\/p>\n

Comfort critters are easy to make with basswood eggs and a simple template<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nOne-Twig Owls<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Chris Lubkemann\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Once you get the hang of it, you’ll be carving these “owl” day long<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nQuick & Easy Football Player\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Lori Dickie\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Start with a premade basswood shape so you can get to the fun part faster<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Weekend Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/td>\nSuper Simple Santa\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By John Overby<\/em><\/p>\n

This jolly ornament is so easy you’ll be making dozens in no time flat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nMaking a Grumpy Soap Man\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Chris Morgan<\/em><\/p>\n

Hone your carving skills with this sweet-smelling beginner project<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nDoggone Cute Pugs<\/strong><\/p>\n

By James Miller<\/em><\/p>\n

Combine flat-plane carving with painted details to create canines with character<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nSmooth Fox<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Peter Benson\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Whittle and sand your own streamlined comfort animal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nWhittle Dwarfs<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Don Mertz\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Tiny cartoon carvings are perfect for practicing expressions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nWhittling an Eagle<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Greg Young\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Grab a chunk of wood and a knife to carve this majestic eagle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nSimple Songbird\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Frank Egholm<\/em><\/p>\n

Use this all-in-one pattern to carve and paint your own favorite backyard bird<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nCarving a Caricature Cop<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Harley Refsal\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

This adorable officer is so easy it should be illegal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nAngelic Ornament<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Douglas Schauer\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Carve and finish this beautiful stylized design in an afternoon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nTwig Squirrels<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Chris Lubkemann<\/em><\/p>\n

You’ll go nuts for the curly tails on these cute critters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/td>\nCarving a Spoon Without a Hook Knife\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Jon Mac\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

This surprisingly elegant rough-hewn spoon proves you can create curves by carving straight lines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nUpdating the Ball-in-Cage\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Frank Egholm<\/em><\/p>\n

Rounded edges give this traditional favorite a fresh new look<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nBall-in-a-Ball<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Keith Randich<\/em><\/p>\n

Carve this new take on a classic whimsey<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Starter Guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/td>\nChoosing a Whittling Knife<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Bob Duncan\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

What to look for when selecting a folding knife<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nThe Basics of Sharpening\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Bob Duncan\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Properly prepare your knife for safe and enjoyable whittling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nComfortable Carving\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Don Swartz<\/em><\/p>\n

Simple changes and stretches make it comfortable to carve for long periods of time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nWhittling Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Bob Duncan\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

A few simple rules prevent injuries while whittling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\"\"<\/td>\nLearn the Basic Knife Cuts for Whittling<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Bob Duncan\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Complete most projects with four types of cuts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\n

Online Exclusives<\/h3>\n

Whittling With Chris Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow along as Chris Lubkemann teaches you carving basics HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making Wooden Pliers<\/strong><\/p>\n

Step-by-step instructions to make a whittling classic HERE<\/a><\/p>\n

Noah’s Ark Animals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Use the “10-Minute Dogs” techniques to make more quick animals HERE<\/a><\/p>\n

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