{"id":22132,"date":"2023-05-01T10:36:18","date_gmt":"2023-05-01T14:36:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/?p=22132"},"modified":"2023-05-01T10:36:18","modified_gmt":"2023-05-01T14:36:18","slug":"woodcarving-illustrated-summer-2023-issue-103","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/woodcarving-illustrated-summer-2023-issue-103\/","title":{"rendered":"Woodcarving Illustrated Summer 2023, Issue #103"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Summer 2023 issue of\u00a0<\/em>Woodcarving Illustrated\u00a0includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques.\u00a0<\/em>This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also\u00a0available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing,\u00a0foxchapelpublishing.com\u00a0or 1-800-457-9112.<\/em><\/p>\n

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In This Issue<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Patterns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Summer Harvest Bowl<\/b><\/p>\n

Share the season\u2019s bounty with a stunning chip carved vessel<\/p>\n

By Marty Leenhouts<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Lighthouse In-the-Round<\/b><\/p>\n

Make a nautical novelty with a few pieces of basswood<\/p>\n

By Aaron and Andy Mayer<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Carving a Hot-Air Balloon<\/b><\/p>\n

Pay tribute to a legendary mode of transport with this vivid little project<\/p>\n

By Mehmet Berat Tas<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Techniques<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
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Honeybee Relief<\/b><\/p>\n

Channel those summer vibes in a sweet ode to backyard pollinators<\/p>\n

By Lucy Fox<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Painting a Power-Carved Bluebird<\/b><\/p>\n

Texturing, layering, blending: this realistic flier is all about the details<\/p>\n

By Randy Conner<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Projects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Caricature Pirate Captain<\/b><\/p>\n

Peg legs are so last season\u2014and it looks like this seafarer just got an upgrade<\/p>\n

By Dwayne Gosnell<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Carved Succulents<\/b><\/p>\n

Turn Instagram\u2019s favorite plant into a wooden desk sitter using just one knife!\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By David Young<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Stylized Nuthatch<\/b><\/p>\n

Perch this dynamic bird on a real tree branch<\/p>\n

By Wouter de Bruijn<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tic-Tac-Toe<\/b><\/p>\n

Build this classic game with some string and branches from your backyard<\/p>\n

By Frank and Lillian Egholm<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Whittled Turtle<\/b><\/p>\n

Transform a block of wood into a sea of woodchips in this cute project<\/p>\n

By Tom Hindes<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Kelly the Clown<\/b><\/p>\n

This colorful circus performer is sure to be the life of the party<\/p>\n

By Bob Kozakiewicz<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Four-Point Ribbon<\/b><\/p>\n

Create a classic whimsey in just a few steps<\/p>\n

By Garth Burgon<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Uncle Sam Chip Clip<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve a patriotic addition to your pantry<\/p>\n

By Mark Akers<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Simple Dinosaur<\/b><\/p>\n

Travel back to the Jurassic Period with a creature you can carve using just three tools<\/p>\n

By Parn Aniwat<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Shaving Brush\u00a0Caricature<\/b><\/p>\n

Personalize your beard-care routine with a handcarved handle<\/p>\n

By Roger Beane<\/i><\/p>\n

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Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Choosing Wood for Beginners<\/b><\/p>\n

New to carving? Never fear! Here are the best materials for the job<\/p>\n

By Jon Deck<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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The Basics of Sharpening<\/b><\/p>\n

Properly prepare your knife for safe and enjoyable carving<\/p>\n

By Staff of <\/i>Woodcarving Illustrated<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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The Right Bench Knife for You<\/b><\/p>\n

Looking for your first carving tool or a reliable upgrade? Check out these quality options<\/p>\n

By Staff of <\/i>Woodcarving Illustrated<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Teaching Kids to Carve<\/b><\/p>\n

Thinking about bringing a child into the fold? Here are some things to consider<\/p>\n

By Doug Stowe<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Web Extras<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Free Project\u00a0 <\/span><\/i><\/b><\/span>Create two simple but stunning combs from Keoma McCaffrey.<\/p>\n

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More Project Downloads\u00a0 <\/span><\/i><\/b><\/span>Discover additional projects and patterns in our How-To section.<\/p>\n

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