The world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. In this issue we feature a fine selection of relief carving projects, from Bob Stadtlander’s tranquil standing blue heron to Carolea Hower’s two-sided Thanksgiving/Christmas ornament. Dylan Goodson reveals his tricks for creating the illusion of distance in relief landscapes, while Betty Padden explains her simple techniques for high-relief carving. Other popular carving methods are well represented too, from carving-in-the-round to caricature and chip carving. Leah Goddard shows how to create a magnificent bighorn ram bust using only five tools. Mike Pounders’s trick-or-treat witch makes an amusing addition to your Halloween decorations, while Marty Leenhouts’s welcoming house sign, carved from high density urethane, will stand up under the toughest weather conditions.

The 20th anniversary issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with carving patterns, how-to tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. We offer plenty of Christmas carving ideas for holiday gifts and decorations, from Larry Green’s delightful caricature tree ornaments to an exquisite relief-carved snowman from Lora S. Irish. Our jolly assortment of Santa projects includes Dylan Goodson’s realistic St. Nick, plus a new chance to carve our very first Santa from Woodcarving Illustrated issue #1. Carolea Hower creates smiling Santas from ordinary wooden spoons, and Randy True shows how to transform ordinary golf tees into tiny Santa ornaments! You’ll also find many great projects unrelated to Christmas that will make terrific gifts. “Game of Thrones” fans will enjoy Tamera Seevers’ dragon wand, Tom Dean shows you how to use power tools to carve heirloom-quality bracelets, and Karen Hundt-Brown uses a woodburner to turn gourds into functional lamps.

Fall into a pile of inspiration with the 2020 fall issue of Woodcarving Illustrated! Featuring more than a dozen projects that both beginner and advanced carvers will enjoy, create a flat-plane bison, power carved lion bust, stylized sugar spoon, chip carved phone holder, light-up ghost, and so much more! With step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and helpful tips, also included in this exciting issue is an “5 Under 35” rising artists feature, advice on paintbrush care, tips on teaching, technique lessons, bonus projects and videos, and so much more!

Featured in this issue: Learn to sharpen like a pro! Pocket knife whittling project How-to photo tips: Shoot your carvings with professional results Quick and easy power carved leaf earrings Chip carving with Wayne Barton - Woodcarver of the Year Hand-carved wizard staff

The Spring 2017 issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with patterns, techniques, tips, and projects for all skill levels. Meet the father/daughter team of Nairi & Larisa Safaryan, and see how they use an indescribable technique to create utterly unique art. Randall Stoner, a lifelong fan of fantasy novels, captures his favorite tales in wood. Ralph Beam shows how to build your own carver's frame that leaves both hands free for carving. A clever geometrical design and careful carving turn Bill Johnson's flat plate into a chip-carved optical illusion. Other projects include a textured panda cub, a folk art chess set, a comical elephant hanging hook, and a keepsake rose made from scrap wood. Discover new techniques for lino print blocks, low-relief portraits, coloring book patterns, and much more!

Features Woodcarver of the Year By Bob Duncan Wood Carving Illustrated honors Marvin Kaisersatt Anthony Hillman’s Passion for Carving Waterfowl By Bob Duncan Turning your interests into a career can be very rewarding The Work of Frank Feather By Shawn Meyers Traveling carver leaves a lasting and valuable legacy Projects Maple Leaf Pin By Kenny Vermillion Power carve this charming seasonal brooch Brown Pelican By Gordon and Marsha Stiller It’s Me, Frank By Vicki Bishop Monster caricature is a treat to carve Carving a Hen Wood Duck By Tom Matus Basic tools and techniques for an authentic antique-style hunting decoy Relief-Carved Horse Portrait By Dean Troutman Classic portrait makes a bold statement Patchwork Clock By Cyndi Joslyn Easy-to-carve clock is a great beginner project Chip-Carved Wedding Plate By Barry McKenzie Decorative, personalized plate makes a beautiful wedding gift Halloween Witch By Anthony Costanza Create this folk-style carving using only a hobby knife Carve a Hobo By Jim and Margie Maxwell A few tools, some paint, plus a little time gives you this American icon Techniques Tools of the Trade By Chris Pye An introduction to the tools used in traditional woodcarving. Departments Editor’s Column Author Spotlight Letters to the Editor Info Exchange Bragging Page News & Notes New Products Scroll Saw Basics Wood Review

The spring 2021 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated magazineis sure to inspire both experienced and beginner carvers alike! The issue includes a slew of step-by-step photo-illustrated projects and full-size patterns, interesting feature articles, and even a pyrography technique. New carvers will enjoy a variety of beginner-friendly designs, while those looking for a challenge will certainly find it. From tattoo-inspired creations and simple salad servers, to a charming chip carved plate and a classic cowboy, there’s something for every type of carver to create.