{"id":21534,"date":"2022-08-19T17:01:38","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T21:01:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/?p=21534"},"modified":"2022-08-19T17:01:38","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T21:01:38","slug":"whittling-2022-vol-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/whittling-2022-vol-8\/","title":{"rendered":"Whittling 2022 Volume 8"},"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,\u00a0foxchapelpublishing.com<\/a>\u00a0or 1-800-457-9112.<\/em><\/p>\n

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

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Starter Guide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Basic Knife Cuts<\/b><\/p>\n

Master four foundational carving cuts so you can take on any project<\/p>\n

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

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Whittling Safety\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

These basic rules can help\u00a0<\/span>prevent injuries<\/p>\n

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

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Knife Selection<\/b><\/p>\n

Follow these tips when selecting a whittling knife<\/p>\n

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

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

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Comfortable Carving<\/b><\/p>\n

Practice these common stretches to\u00a0<\/span>enjoy carving for long periods of time<\/p>\n

By Don Swartz<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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

For fun and easy learning, heed these simple suggestions<\/p>\n

<\/b>By Mindy Kinsey<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
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Hobby Knife Kits to Try<\/b><\/p>\n

We tested four popular budget knife sets so you don\u2019t have to
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By Kaylee Schofield<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Wingin\u2019 It<\/b><\/p>\n

When life started throwing punches, caricature carver Sara Barraclough started making woodchips\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Hannah Carroll<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Simple Whittles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Heart-in-a-Cage Whimsey<\/b><\/p>\n

Complete this sweet take on a classic design in just five steps\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Lieve Roelants<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Easy-Carve Magnets<\/b><\/p>\n

These simple shapes will add personality and charm to your refrigerator<\/p>\n

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

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Avocado Pit Cat<\/b><\/p>\n

Repurpose your food waste into an elegant piece of jewelry<\/p>\n

By Anna Prikazchikova<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Thoughtful Angel<\/b><\/p>\n

With only basic features, this winged whittle is a beginner\u2019s dream<\/p>\n

By Roxana Cristean<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Making a Clover Chain<\/b><\/p>\n

Tackle this take on the traditional carved chain in just eight steps\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Bjarne Jespersen<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Miniature Twig Tree<\/b><\/p>\n

Once you master this whittling\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>technique, the possibilities are endless<\/p>\n

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

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Momma Polar Bear\u00a0<\/b>and Cub\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Practice the basic knife cuts as you build a wintry home for this cute duo\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

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Soap Penguin\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

This cool character makes a great beginner project<\/p>\n

By Janet Bolyard<\/i><\/p>\n

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Afternoon Carves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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\u00a0 <\/span>Sven the Sailor<\/b><\/p>\n

Sail the high seas with this flat-plane character<\/p>\n

By James Ray Miller<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Whittling a Spurtle<\/b><\/p>\n

Create a versatile kitchen utensil in an afternoon<\/p>\n

By John Welch<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Leaping Fox<\/b><\/p>\n

Try your hand at carving miniatures with a sprightly critter<\/p>\n

By Steve Tomashek<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Bundled-Up Santa Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

This rosy-cheeked Claus is great practice for cutting into corners\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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

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Whittling a Dragon & Egg<\/b><\/p>\n

A common lighter puts the finishing touches on this fiery creature\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Annabell Hellwig<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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One-Knife Spoon<\/b><\/p>\n

Transform a block of basswood into a Celtic-inspired keepsake <\/i><\/p>\n

By Dave Western<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sliding Ball-in-Cage<\/b><\/p>\n

Mastered the basic whimsey? Take it up a notch with this new twist\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Bart Hopson<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Weekend Projects<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Carving a Leaning Figure<\/b><\/p>\n

Learn how to add movement to carves with this dynamic project\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Dave Stetson<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Scrappy Seagull<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve a feathered friend (and a perch for him to stand on) from one piece of wood<\/p>\n

By Dan Riggott<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Laid-Back Guy<\/b><\/p>\n

Remove wood with confidence on this flat-plane piece\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Charles Banks<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Duck Wheely Toy<\/b><\/p>\n

Enjoy endless fun with this nostalgic heirloom-to-be\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

By Sara Barraclough<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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