Complete Starter Guide to Whittling24 Easy Projects You Can Make in a Weekend. Your Complete Guide to WhittlingA Must-Have, Beginner-Friendly Handbook.Start whittling today with Complete Starter Guide to Whittling! Twelve leading woodcarvers present 24 straightforward whittling projects for beginners that you can make in just a weekend, complete with step-by-step instructions, how-to photographs, ready-to-carve patterns, and helpful tips.Every project is laid out in easy, approachable steps, so you can build confidence and learn how to whittle using all of the fundamental carving techniques! 24 easy-to-make whittling projects Step-by-step instructions, how-to photos, and ready-to-carve patterns How to whittle classic toys, useful gifts, and fun displays Four basic knife cuts and whittling techniques for twigs and branches 24 Easy Whittling ProjectsFeatures 24 easy projects to build confidence and teach fundamental carving techniques including: Quick Carve Spreader Whittle a Twig Whistle Whittling a Flower Whittling a Walking Stick Slingshot Wall Hooks Fences for Everything And more! Getting Started: Choosing a Whittling KnifeLearn the factors to consider when selecting a pocketknife like blade material, location, and shape. You'll also be able to compare and contrast 16 different knives to find the perfect fit for your uses. Whittling Safety & Basic Knife CutsThe fundamental rule when it comes to whittling is to be aware not only of where the blade is, but where the blade could go. You can complete most projects with four basic cuts: push, pairing, stop, and v-shaped. The Basics of SharpeningA sharp knife is a safe knife! Properly prepare your knife for enjoyable whittling by learning how to properly sharpen it. Follow along with illustrated, step-by-step instructions to get your knife ready to whittle. From a simple flying propeller and a 5-minute owl to more complex designs like the classic ball-in-a-cage, every project is laid out in easy, approachable steps so you can build confidence and learn how to whittle using all of the fundamental carving techniques. Whittle your very own Musical Frog, Simple Starter Santa, Decorative Fishing Lure, and Caricature Pig!24 Easy Projects You Can Make in a Weekend Classic DesignsYou don't need a lot of tools to carve a masterpiece; all you need is your pocketknife. Hone your whittling skills with classic projects like Ball-in-Cage, Chain Links, and Twisted Spiral Ornament. Quick and EasyMake some simple projects that don't take long to finish, so kids can play with them as soon as they're complete, like Flying Propeller, Santa Pencils, 5-Minute Owl, and 5-Minute Wizard. Whittling TwigsCarve some awesome and useful projects out of twigs that make thoughtful gifts such as the Jumping Fish, Back Scratchers, Stick Figures, Name Pins, and more!
