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Old 06-27-2009, 08:48 PM
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hi carvers this is my first try at carving a figure it is one of lynn doughty's patterns I try to carve every day so I can get better. thanks for looking feedback is welcomed love this site I learn alot thank you Skip
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Old 06-27-2009, 09:10 PM
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I say for your first time that you did a excelent job. Keep up the good work.
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Old 06-27-2009, 09:10 PM
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Great carving Skip
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Old 06-27-2009, 10:19 PM
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Skip .. nice job and welcome to being hooked now on carving .. after your first figure .. its a addiction for life now .. but a good addiction

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Old 06-27-2009, 10:59 PM
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nice job keep up the good work
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great piece, keep carving!!!
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Skip, love the carving, it put a smile on my face!
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Old 06-28-2009, 02:36 AM
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Skip, Great work. Nice paint job also. Keep 'em coming!!
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Skip-Good figure carving for first try. What did you carve before?
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He's a great lookin injun Skip, well done!
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