{"id":22211,"date":"2023-06-15T10:28:30","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T14:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/?p=22211"},"modified":"2023-06-15T10:28:30","modified_gmt":"2023-06-15T14:28:30","slug":"power-carving-manual-2023-volume-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/power-carving-manual-2023-volume-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Power Carving Manual 2023 Volume 5"},"content":{"rendered":"

Power Carving Manual, 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,\u00a0foxchapelpublishing.com<\/a>\u00a0or 1-800-457-9112.<\/em><\/p>\n

Scroll down for a sneak peek!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Getting Started<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Power Carving Basics<\/b><\/p>\n

Getting started power carving? Here are a few main things to consider<\/p>\n

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

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Selecting the Right Power Carving Equipment<\/b><\/p>\n

Follow these wisdoms to build your dream kit<\/p>\n

By Dave Hamilton, Jack Kochan, Frank Russell, and Chuck Solomon<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Choosing Power Carving Bits<\/b><\/p>\n

Make smart purchases with a basic understanding of the cutters available<\/p>\n

By Dave Hamilton and Chuck Solomon <\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tools for Removing Wood Quickly<\/b><\/p>\n

We test-drive the hardiest \u201ctoys\u201d on the market<\/p>\n

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

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Introduction to Reciprocating Carvers<\/b><\/p>\n

Blend an edged-tool texture with the speed of a power carver<\/p>\n

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

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Power Carving Safety<\/b><\/p>\n

Anticipate potential dangers for a safer shop experience<\/p>\n

By Dave Hamilton, Jack Kochan, Frank Russell, and Chuck Solomon<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dust Collection Roundup<\/b><\/p>\n

Consider these options for keeping your woodshop\u2014and lungs\u2014free of dust<\/p>\n

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

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Cleaning and Maintaining Bits<\/b><\/p>\n

Prolong the life of burrs with these quick hacks<\/p>\n

By Frank Russell<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Woodburning Tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Learn why pyrography is a key skill to add to your arsenal<\/p>\n

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

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Airbrushing on the Cheap<\/b><\/p>\n

You could have two-thirds of an airbrush setup hiding in your workshop!<\/p>\n

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

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Micromotors: A Master Class<\/b><\/p>\n

Get your hands on some tips and techniques for micromotor power carving<\/p>\n

By Kristin LeVier<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Carolina Wren<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve a bird so lifelike it\u2019ll make you do a double take<\/p>\n

By B. David Duncan<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Smoking Garden Gnome<\/b><\/p>\n

This spunky character comes with a pipe and a whole lot of personality<\/p>\n

By Edgar Shrum<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Crescent Moon Wand<\/b><\/p>\n

Make a little magic for the fantasy fan in your life<\/p>\n

By Tamara Seevers<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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

Create a classic wooden whimsy with just a rotary tool and a knife<\/p>\n

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

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Hardwood Mouse<\/b><\/p>\n

Transform colorful scraps into a cute little rodent on a bed of leaves<\/p>\n

By Paul Purnell<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Ice Skate Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

Add an unexpected embellishment to an easy holiday ornament<\/p>\n

By Keoma McCaffrey<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tiny T. Rex<\/b><\/p>\n

This king of lizards will be a hit with dino lovers of all ages<\/p>\n

By Brian Altison<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Realistic Bear Head<\/b><\/p>\n

Make this handsome beast without endless hours of fur texturing\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Lori Andrews<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Carving the Female Face<\/b><\/p>\n

Master the technique of sculpting a human portrait<\/p>\n

By Chris Howard<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Power-Carved Pirate Ship<\/b><\/p>\n

Indulge your inner pirate by making a miniature Jolly Roger<\/p>\n

By Benjamin Tyler<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Realistic Tropical Fish<\/b><\/p>\n

Hone your fish-carving skills on a vibrant reef dweller<\/p>\n

By James Spencer<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Golden Eagle Walking Stick<\/b><\/p>\n

Dress up a functional cane with this glorious raptor<\/p>\n

By Paul Purnell<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Autumn Jewelry<\/b><\/p>\n

Sculpt a lovely array of wearable acorns and leaves<\/p>\n

By Keoma McCaffrey<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Making a Rustic\u00a0<\/b>Measuring Cup<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Power carve a kitchen staple from salvaged wood<\/p>\n

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

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Rolling Pin Santa<\/b><\/p>\n

Use a reciprocating carver to give old utensils a new face<\/p>\n

By Randy George<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Great Horned Owl<\/b><\/p>\n

Let the chips fly where they may with this striking
\nchainsaw sculpture<\/p>\n

By Michael Robinson<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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

Free Project\u00a0 <\/span><\/i><\/b><\/span>Create an adorable baby chickadee from Butch Clark.<\/p>\n

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Bonus Reviews\u00a0 <\/span><\/i><\/b><\/span>Discover more power carving tools with our online product reviews for Foredom\u00ae<\/i> and MakerX\u00ae\u00a0tools.<\/p>\n

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