The Winter 2016 issue of Woodcarving Illustrated includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques. 

This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing, www.foxchapelpublishing.com or 1-800-457-9112.

Scroll down for a sneak peek!

In This Issue:

 

 

Features

 

A Wood Carving Fantasy

By Bob Duncan

Floyd Rhadigan is known for his quick knife, appealing fantasy characters, and tireless teaching schedule

CLICK HERE for a recent interview with Floyd. 

 

 

 

Carving Between the Covers

By Kathleen Ryan

Italian sculptor Nino Orlandi reveals the hidden magic in carved books

CLICK HERE to see more of Nino’s sculptures.

 

 

Carving a Place in History

By Kathleen Ryan

Woodworker Barrie Casement is helping to restore St. Patrick’s Cathedral

 

 

 

 

 

Winning Wonders

Meet the winners of the final 2016 People’s Choice Contest

 

Patterns

 

 

 

Father Christmas

By Susan L. Hendrix

This slightly stylized Santa will complement any holiday decor

 

 

 

 

Casual Claus

By Floyd Rhadigan

Laid-back Santa isn’t checking the Naughty List this year

 

 

 

Frosty Ornament

By Jim Willis

This jolly snowman won’t melt after the holidays

CLICK HERE to find an alternate pattern with a button nose.

 

 

 

Peekaboo Santa Ornaments

By Carolea Hower

Don’t like to carve eyes? This fast, fun Santa lets you skip ‘em

 

 

 

 

Holly Napkin Holder

By Marty Leenhouts

Chip carve this simple design to dress up your holiday table

 

 

 

Cardinal Ornament

By Jim Willis

This winter bird will add a splash of color to your tree

CLICK HERE to find an alternate pattern featuring a chickadee. 

 

 

 

 

North Pole Snowman

By Steve Russell

Simple relief ornament can be carved and painted quickly

 

 

 

 

Peace Out Santa

By Rick Stoddard

Give Santa a retro look with this fun carving

 

 

 

 

Quick Reindeer

By Barbara Millikan

Carve this ornament in a couple of hours and then let the kids add the color

 

 

 

 

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

By Dennis and Susan Thornton

A choir of music legends rocks the halls of heaven

 

 

 

 

Carving a Caricature Soldier

By Floyd Rhadigan

New book is a heartfelt thanks to veterans

 

 

 

 

Traditional Santa

By Thomas Westmoreland

Add or ignore details to tailor this pattern to your carving skills

 

Projects

 

 

 

 

Bringing Home the Tree

By Russell Scott

Model T delivers memories of Christmas past

 

 

 

 

Oak Leaf Tray

By John Shortell

This heirloom tray is as useful as it is beautiful

 

 

 

 

Block Nativity

By Andrew DiPace

Stylized design makes a beautiful and durable decoration

 

 

 

 

Bright Bulb Santa

By David Sharp

Combine two Christmas classics with this clever ornament

 

Techniques

 

 

 

Carving a Nativity Scene

By Carolea Hower

Adaptable design can be displayed on your tree or mantel

 

 

 

 

Simple Santa

By Dave Stetson

Change a few details to customize this easy carving

 

 

 

 

Santa Variations

By Susan L. Hendrix

Customize your carving by sketching new accessories

Web Exclusives

 

Carving Between the Covers: See More Sculptures

CLICK HERE to enjoy bonus photos of Nino Orlandi’s carved books.

 

 

 

 

Cardinal Ornament: Bonus Patterns

CLICK HERE to carve a chickadee version of the Cardinal Ornament.

 

 

 

 

Frosty Ornament: Bonus Pattern

CLICK HERE to carve an alternate version of the Snowman Ornament

 

 

 

 

A Wood Carving Fantasy: Meet the Artist

CLICK HERE to watch a video interview with Floyd Rhadigan, the 2016 Woodcarver of the Year.

 

 

 

 

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