Whittling Pencils: Projects and Techniques (Fox Chapel Publishing) Learn the Slender Craft of Pencil Carving with Step-by-Step Instructions for a

Author: Randy True

Brand: Design Originals

Edition: First Edition

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 32

Release Date: 01-11-2012

Part Number: full colour throughout, 20 photographs,

Details: Discover creative new ways to transform pencils into charming ornaments and gifts! Beginner-friendly introduction to the slender art of pencil carving Learn to whittle a Santa pencil, as well as Wood Spirit, Leprechaun, and Uncle Sam pencils Step-by-step instructions and illustrations for each project Helpful tips for selecting the proper tools and materials, applying variations, and painting, finishing, and sealing your carved pencils There's much more you can do with a knife and a pencil than just sharpen the tip! This introduction to the slender craft of pencil carving will show you how to make ordinary pencils come to life. Learn to whittle fascinating Santa pencils, Wood Spirits, Leprechauns and even an iconic Uncle Sam. Each complete project includes detailed instructions for whittling your skinny subjects, accompanied by dozens of step-by-step illustrations. You won't want to use large carving tools for this work, nor will you carve on a regular pencil. Author Randy True provides important tips for selecting the proper micro-mini carving tools, plus advice on choosing the right kind of oversized pencil—made from plastic resin—that will take fine detail. He also describes different options for popular beard variations, plus basic rules for painting, finishing, and sealing. With Whittling Pencils as your guide, you'll soon be creating your own elongated art that will intrigue everyone who sees it!

EAN: 9781565237513

Package Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.5 x 0.1 inches

Languages: English