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The Winter 2024 issue of <\/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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Carving it Up in Colorado<\/b><\/p>\n

Woodchips fly at the annual Carvin’ the Rockies show<\/p>\n

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

Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Santa\u2019s Journey Home<\/b><\/p>\n

Stars light the way for a weary St. Nick whose work is done<\/p>\n

By Dale Green<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Black-capped Chickadee<\/b><\/p>\n

A found branch adds a touch of the natural world to a minimalist carving<\/p>\n

By Wouter de Bruijn<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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The Gift Bearer<\/b><\/p>\n

Welcome a friendly mouse to your house for the holidays<\/p>\n

By Matt Kincade<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Christmas Pickle Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

Have a chuckle searching the tree for this hiding prankster<\/p>\n

By Jonathan Creason<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Stumbling Santa<\/b><\/p>\n

A sense of movement highlights this animated clumsy Santa<\/p>\n

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

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Winter Barn Scene<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve and paint a rustic winter landscape that\u2019s easier than it looks<\/p>\n

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

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Candle Choir<\/b><\/p>\n

Add expressive character with easy shading and highlighting techniques<\/p>\n

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

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Undercover Santa<\/b><\/p>\n

This jolly guy has a green thumb and a lesson to teach<\/p>\n

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

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Patterns<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Retro Christmas Ornament<\/b><\/p>\n

Carve a string of festive holiday lights that will never shatter or burn out<\/p>\n

By Brian K. Doty<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Chip Carved Dala Horse<\/b><\/p>\n

Frolicking folklore design makes
a charming decoration<\/p>\n

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

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Christmas Mornin\u2019 Bear<\/b><\/p>\n

This sleepy guy had a long night wrapping presents<\/p>\n

By Rich Wetherbee<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Steampunk Santa<\/b><\/p>\n

Stylish fantasy Santa is ready for
a sci-fi adventure<\/p>\n

By Tony Harris<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Wine Rack<\/b><\/p>\n

Showcase a wine bottle and glasses
with a chip-carved display<\/p>\n

By Marty Leenhouts<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Easy Christmas Tree<\/b><\/p>\n

Stuff some stockings with these
tiny topiaries<\/p>\n

By David Young<\/i><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n

Technique<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Carved Christmas Wreath<\/b><\/p>\n

Strategic layering and undercutting lend depth to a festive decoration<\/p>\n

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

Carving Peace – <\/i><\/b><\/span>Read how carving is helping some veterans deal with the wounds of war.<\/p>\n

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