Saint Nick Cane Topper

Carve and paint this great holiday gift in a weekend

This great topper can be customized for a variety of uses. Reduce the pattern to make a bottle stopper—the perfect gift for wine enthusiasts.

Because of their size, cane toppers make great weekend projects. The small investments of wood and time make them ideal for gift giving.

This Saint Nick topper focuses on facial features, allowing you to hone your skills for larger projects. It also gives you the opportunity to try out new painting or antiquing techniques. Starting with a rough-out gives you a head start on the project.

Special Sources

The Saint Nick Cane Topper rough-out, number 020-146B, is available from Rossiter Ruff-Outs, P.O. Box 48048, Wichita, KS 67201, 800-825-2657, www.roughouts.com.