Archive for March 23rd, 2009

23
Mar

SANTA GIFT TAG

   Posted by: woodbeecarver    in Santa Carvings

SANTA GIFT TAGSanta sitting on a gift card was first carved in 2001 from an original design drawn by Glenn Stewart of Hawesville, Kentucky.  It is carved out of half inch thick basswood approximately four inches high and wide.   The size can be varied either a little larger or a little smaller. It is basically carved as a relief carving using traditional caving tools of small gouges, V tool and a knife.

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23
Mar

RELIEF CARVING CLASS

   Posted by: woodbeecarver    in Carving Projects

CABIN IN AN EGGEven though the WOOD BEE CARVER is primarily a knife carver, yet learning to carve using real carving tools and other  carving styles is a way to stretch one’s horizons.  As often as I have a chance I take a carving class for the experience of learning something new and challenging.

Every carver should consider taking a carving class from time to time for learning and inspiration.  We can read and study carving books and magazines, be observant at wood carving shows and participate in woodcarving club activities, but nothing takes the place of participating in a carving class.  One learns not only from the instructor but also from fellow students.  And besides it is a great way to makes good friends. Read the rest of this entry »