Strop Talk

    Welcome to Strop Talk! As you know, stropping keeps your…

    Pear-Shaped Santa

    Turned blank allows you to carve without worrying about symmetry…

    Easy Cleanup

    By Steve Russell To protect my workbench, I cover it…

    Chip-Carving a Summer Scene

    You won’t want to cover these coaster-sized designs By Roman…

    Carving Folk-Art Birds

    Highlight the tool marks with a little paint to simulate…

    Cushioning Gouge Handles

    By Vernon DePauw I’ve tried gloves and padding for my…

    Chip Carving a Flower

    Break out of the mold with this organic ornament By…

    Make Your Own Blade Handle

    By John Allard The benefits of a custom handle are…

    Carve & Burn Bird Ornaments

    Add life to a tree or window with these bright…

    Keeping It Clean

    Easy methods to keep your tool tips clean By Lora…

    Carving a Big Cat

    Make a black panther or a jaguar using the same…

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