راهنمای کامل تراشیدن؛ 24 پروژه آسان همراه با دستورالعمل‌های گام به گام، نکات و الگوهای آماده برای اسباب بازی

You can whittle just about anything—the only limit is your imagination! Inside this comprehensive whittler's starter guide you'll find: 24 easy-to-make whittling projects Step-by-step instructions How-to photos Ready-to-carve patterns How to whittle classic toys, useful gifts, and fun displays Whittling techniques for twigs and branches The 4 basic knife cuts that most whittlers use What to look for when choosing a whittling knife How to sharpen your knife for safe and enjoyable whittling It's so easy to get started in this relaxing and rewarding hobby. All you need is a knife, a twig, and this book! We've assembled a team of 12 leading woodcarvers to bring you a complete starter's guide to whittling. They present 24 easy whittling projects that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips. Start off with fast and fun projects that build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques, like a simple flying propeller or a 5-minute owl. Then move on to create whittled wonders like a musical frog or a slingshot. The authors show you how to whittle complex designs in easy steps, so that you'll soon be carving attention-getting favorites like chain links or the classic ball-in-a-cage.