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Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated ISBN: 9781565233744 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 185
Book Description
Learn to create beautiful lovespoons, hand-carved symbols of affection popular for centuries. This is the most thorough and detailed book available on the subject of lovespoon carving. Contains sections on the history of lovespoon carving, selecting woods, using and maintaining tools, applying long-lasting finishes as well as 3 step-by-step projects and 15 original patterns. Learn techniques to carve romantic gifts from a professional lovespoon artist. Included is a chapter on the history and symbolism of this captivating craft.
Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated ISBN: 9781565233744 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 185
Book Description
Learn to create beautiful lovespoons, hand-carved symbols of affection popular for centuries. This is the most thorough and detailed book available on the subject of lovespoon carving. Contains sections on the history of lovespoon carving, selecting woods, using and maintaining tools, applying long-lasting finishes as well as 3 step-by-step projects and 15 original patterns. Learn techniques to carve romantic gifts from a professional lovespoon artist. Included is a chapter on the history and symbolism of this captivating craft.
Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1607658801 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 352
Book Description
Great Book of Spoon Carving Patterns is perfect for carvers of any skill level to learn the traditional art form of carving lovespoons to express their romantic emotions! Featuring 5 bowl patterns and 75 original handle patterns to mix and match for hundreds of customizable carving designs, this book details the origins of each romantic wooden spoon and what they symbolize, from first date and courting spoons to wedding spoons.
Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 9781565236738 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Filled with rich, vivid pictures of lovespoons from across Europe and Africa, and accompanied by their historical facts and legends, "History of Lovespoons" offers a highly engaging way to understand and appreciate this ancient romantic tradition.
Author: Sharon Littley Publisher: Pippin Publishing ISBN: 9781861082398 Category : Carving (Decorative arts) Languages : en Pages : 152
Book Description
Centuries ago, ardent young Welshmen began the tradition of creating beautiful wooden spoons, carved with appropriate romantic symbols, to give to the girl of their dreams. Lovespoons are still presented as tokens of affection and good luck today, and in this book two leading practitioners explain the background of their craft, revealing the techniques involved in creating these highly prized objects and show absolute beginners how to design and fashion lovespoons of their own. Step-by-step instructions on recreating the traditional symbols and what they mean, a portfolio of patterns, a check list of tools, tips on wood, craftsmanship, aids and finishing. and equipment plus a gallery of lovespoons carved by the authors.
Author: Shirley Adler Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated ISBN: 9781565232273 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 82
Book Description
This is your introduction into the fascinating world of these hand-crafted objects of utility and sentiment. Classic in simplicity of form, spoons can be carved into an almost endless assortment of shapes ranging from primitive to contemporary. 23 full-size patterns -- ready for you to use -- are included.
Author: Shirley Adler Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 9781565238503 Category : Carving (Decorative arts) Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Enter the fascinating world of spoon carving! Learn how to carve beautiful spoons to keep for yourself or give away. All you need are a few small scraps of wood and some basic tools. Featuring 45 ready-to-use patterns with dozens of mix-and-match designs for both beginning and experienced carvers, Carving Spoons also provides step-by-step instructions for shaping the bowl and adding detail to the handle. She offers a thorough introduction to carving basics, from selecting tools and materials to making models, transferring patterns, sanding, finishing, and handling mistakes.
Author: Lora Susan Irish Publisher: Courier Dover Publications ISBN: 0486813495 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 163
Book Description
Beautifully illustrated guide by a master woodcrafter presents 12 projects, with mix-and-match suggestions for creating dozens of spoons and other implements. Perfect for beginners, the book features clear, detailed directions.
Author: David Western Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 9781497101517 Category : Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
Great Book of Spoon Carving Patterns is perfect for carvers of any skill level to learn the traditional art form of carving lovespoons to express their romantic emotions! Featuring 5 bowl patterns and 75 original handle patterns to mix and match for hundreds of customizable carving designs, this book details the origins of each romantic wooden spoon and what they symbolize, from first date and courting spoons to wedding spoons.
Author: Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1607658208 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 269
Book Description
Turn a block of wood into a functional heirloom-to-be! A compilation of woodcarving projects from various artists, 12 Spoons, 2 Bowls, and a Knife features 15 step-by-step, beginner-friendly projects ranging from a simple love spoon to a rustic bread bowl. Showcasing the beautiful work from an array of talented wood artists, craftsmen, and Woodcarving Illustrated contributors, this guide to carving wooden spoons, bowls, and knives is a must-have!
Author: Max Bainbridge Publisher: Abrams ISBN: 1683350847 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 260
Book Description
This illustrated woodworking guide combines traditional techniques with contemporary design for step-by-step projects and finishing techniques. Heirloom Wood is a love letter to the lasting beauty of wood through simple woodworking projects. Max Bainbridge teaches you how to identify wood types, source timber, and set up a basic toolbox, then offers step-by-step carving and cutting techniques for making your own pieces. With little experience and very few tools, you’ll learn to create hand-carved bowls, cutting boards, spoons, knives, and spatulas, perfect for adding a touch of the handmade to your home. With further advice on finishing your projects—how to sand, ebonize, scorch, and texture the surfaces, as well as wax and oil your new kitchen creations—Heirloom Wood shows you how to imbue each object with a tangible history visible through the maker’s mark. With beautiful photography and clear how-to instruction, Heirloom Wood gives you everything you need to create timeless kitchen keepsakes to be passed down from generation to generation.
Author: David Western
Author: David Western
Author: David Western
Author: David Western
Author: Sharon Littley
Author: Shirley Adler
Author: Shirley Adler
Author: Lora Susan Irish
Author: David Western
Author: Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated
Author: Max Bainbridge