Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 69 Holiday 2014

(Bark) Cottage Industry

By Bob Duncan

Rick Jensen has taught America how to carve cottages from bark

Moose Antler Madness

By Kathleen Ryan

Five antler carvers transform trophies into works of art

2014 Holiday Gift Guide

Find the perfect for all the woodworkers on your list (including yourself!)

TECHNIQUES

Chip-Carved Barrettes

By Steve Reed

Use Old World or Swiss-style chip carving to beautify barrettes

Learn to Paint:

Using Thinned Acrylics

By Betsy Padden

For luminous translucent color, create washes by mixing paint with plain water

PROJECTS

Cottonwood Bark Santa Claus

By Rick Jensen

Carve a rustic version of a classic design

Folk-Art Angel Ornament

By Keoma McCaffrey

Pull the strings to watch the angel’s wings flutter

“Shorty” the Christmas Elf

By Dale Green

Cheery elf brings greetings from Santa’s workshop

Kitten in a Mitten Ornament

By Leah Goddard

Practice carving and painting purr-fect fur with this cute critter

The Spirit of Christmas

By David Moore

Use the natural shape of a cypress knee to create a unique Santa decoration

Not Your Grandmother’s Holiday Elf

By Lundy Cupp

Take a walk on the wild side with this power-carved ornament

PATTERNS

Snazzy Spiral Ornament

By Lyle Morgan

Spice up your Christmas tree with this large spiral bulb ornament

Christmas Chain

By Roy Quarve

Link the letters together for a wonderful holiday decoration

Christmas Reindeer

By Betty Padden

A simple trick makes it easy to carve a detailed reindeer

Angel Tree Topper

By Janet Bolyard

Complete your tree with this gorgeous Christmas keepsake

Cheerful Christmas Ornaments

By Susan Hendrix

Add a touch of whimsy to your tree with these easy-carve ornaments

Old World Santa Puzzle

By Carolea Hower

Clever puzzle comes complete with custom storage box