Wood Carving Illustrated - Issue #17 - Holiday 2001

Product Reviews
Magni-Focuser: A new design for the millenium
Transfer Tool: A hot item for carvers
Wipe-On Gel PolyFinish: A no-brush answer to finishing wood
Hot Tool WB-1 Woodburner: A hot item at a cool price
Black & Decker RTX High Performance Rotary Tool: A package of power & precision

Hand Carving Snowmen & Santas
Mike Shipley’s versatile snowmen

Wood in Motion
The chainsaw sculptures of J. Chester Armstrong

Holiday Card or Napkin Holder
A great beginner’s project suitable for the season

Stackable Santa
A unique approach to make changes easier

The Great Book of Dragon Patterns
Lora Irish’s adaptable patterns

Icicle Ornament
Chip Carving “On the Edge”

Mountain Lions
A majestic bust of a mated pair

An Expressive Snowman
A pin or ornament that changes faces

Carving the Acanthus Candle Holder
A project to brighten your evening

Carving the Female Face
Wally Leuth’s practice tips for capturing the features of the fairer sex

Mutual Respect
A project in contrasting woods

Victorian St. Nick Bears the Best Gift Ever
Take a mini-course in painting a colorful holiday project

Wood Review: Ginkgo
An ancient species that still keeps its polish

Custom-Made Detail Knife
Low-cost and versatile, make this knife work for you

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