{"id":22864,"date":"2023-10-23T19:15:57","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T23:15:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/?p=22864"},"modified":"2023-10-27T14:16:31","modified_gmt":"2023-10-27T18:16:31","slug":"woodcarving-illustrated-winter-2023-issue-105","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodcarvingillustrated.com\/woodcarving-illustrated-winter-2023-issue-105\/","title":{"rendered":"Woodcarving Illustrated Winter 2023, Issue #105"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Winter 2023 issue of\u00a0<\/em>Woodcarving Illustrated\u00a0includes a variety of projects, patterns, and features, as well as interesting techniques.\u00a0<\/em>This issue is a part of the regular magazine subscription. It is also\u00a0available from your favorite retailer or from Fox Chapel Publishing,\u00a0foxchapelpublishing.com\u00a0or 1-800-457-9112.<\/em><\/p>\n

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In This Issue<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
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Beginner\u2019s Guide to Finishes<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/b>There are many different approaches to finishing a carving\u2014where to start? Here are some tips<\/p>\n

By Staff of <\/i>Woodcarving Illustrated<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Carving the Classics<\/b><\/p>\n

Mary May\u2019s lush, old-world woodwork transports us to an elegant past<\/p>\n

By Dorissa Bolinski<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Projects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Stylized Christmas Tree\u00a0<\/b>with Ornaments<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve and trim this tree from the comfort of your workbench<\/p>\n

By Dave Kergan<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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20-Minute Whittled Wolf<\/b><\/p>\n

Quickly carve this woodland creature in a flat-plane style<\/p>\n

By Tom Hindes<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Stovepipe Hat Santa<\/b><\/p>\n

This cool guy in a jaunty topper is stepping out for the holidays<\/p>\n

By Dave Francis<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Waddling Wally<\/b><\/p>\n

Let this charming penguin keep you warm on a cold day<\/p>\n

By Gerard Canavan<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Mouse in a Mitten<\/b><\/p>\n

Stir up some sweetness with this quick and cute carve<\/p>\n

By Robert Rangel<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sound Asleep Santa Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

This free-falling design is sure to land on your list of favorite winter baubles<\/p>\n

By Rick Stoddard<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Snowman Caricature<\/b><\/p>\n

This season, carve up a character who just can\u2019t wait for the flurries to fall<\/p>\n

By Bruce Ankeny<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Geometric Star <\/b><\/p>\n

Use chip carving techniques to make a striking (and beginner-friendly) gift<\/p>\n

By Mary May<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Easy Iceberg and Penguins<\/b><\/p>\n

Whittle a sweet Antarctic scene using just a knife and some scrap wood<\/p>\n

By L. P. Parslow<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Lantern and Berries\u00a0Layered Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

<\/b>A warm candle lights the night in this cozy window scene<\/p>\n

By Betty Padden<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tree Man Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

This gnome-like caricature is a perfect first carving project<\/p>\n

By James Spencer<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Patterns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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After the Sleigh Ride\u00a0Santa Caricature<\/b><\/p>\n

Santa deserves a rest after his gift-giving spree wraps up<\/p>\n

By Bruce Ankeny<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Stocking Ornaments<\/b><\/p>\n

Bundle up your Christmas tree with these cozy little chip-carved decorations<\/p>\n

By Charlene Lynum<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Folk Art Farm Animals<\/b><\/p>\n

Put your own spin on these rustic barnyard beauties<\/p>\n

By Jill Motovidlak<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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\u00a0<\/span>Comfort Rhino<\/b><\/p>\n

Quiet your worries with a smooth creature that fits perfectly in your palm<\/p>\n

By Tom Mellott<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Singing Christmas Trees<\/b><\/p>\n

Who needs a barbershop quartet when you have a choir of expressive evergreens?<\/p>\n

By Russell Scott<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Simple Santa Whistle<\/b><\/p>\n

Make some noise for the holidays with this old-fashioned toy<\/p>\n

By W. Todd Martin<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Firefighter Caricature Busts<\/b><\/p>\n

Striking facial expressions and subtle paint washes bring this brave crew to life<\/p>\n

By Kevin Applegate<\/i><\/p>\n

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Techniques<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
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Kirigami Snowflake<\/b><\/p>\n

Reimagine a classic childhood project\u2014in wood!<\/p>\n

By Paul Bruillard<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Icicle Ornaments<\/b><\/p>\n

Chip carve 3D icicles with this easy-to-follow technique<\/p>\n

By Charlene Lynum<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Web Extras<\/h3>\n

Free Project – <\/i><\/b><\/span>Create the perfect winter accent for your kitchen with Minisa Robinson\u2019s woodburned snowflake coasters.<\/p>\n

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More Project Downloads – <\/i><\/b><\/span>Discover more carving projects in the How To section of our website.<\/p>\n

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