Carving The Full Moon Saloon

Limited Edition Hard Cover, Over 150 photographs, artist biographical & design notes. Includes patterns & painting technique section.

You'll find plenty of colorful caricatures to carve inside the Full Moon Saloon! From the saloon patrons to the janitor in the corner, you can carve one or carve them all! Features the art of 21 carvers, full-color photographs, patterns and painting instructions. (Soft Cover)

Featured in this issue: Learn to sharpen like a pro! Pocket knife whittling project How-to photo tips: Shoot your carvings with professional results Quick and easy power carved leaf earrings Chip carving with Wayne Barton - Woodcarver of the Year Hand-carved wizard staff

The 20th anniversary issue of the world's best how-to magazine for woodcarvers is packed with carving patterns, how-to tips, and step-by-step projects for all skill levels. We offer plenty of Christmas carving ideas for holiday gifts and decorations, from Larry Green’s delightful caricature tree ornaments to an exquisite relief-carved snowman from Lora S. Irish. Our jolly assortment of Santa projects includes Dylan Goodson’s realistic St. Nick, plus a new chance to carve our very first Santa from Woodcarving Illustrated issue #1. Carolea Hower creates smiling Santas from ordinary wooden spoons, and Randy True shows how to transform ordinary golf tees into tiny Santa ornaments! You’ll also find many great projects unrelated to Christmas that will make terrific gifts. “Game of Thrones” fans will enjoy Tamera Seevers’ dragon wand, Tom Dean shows you how to use power tools to carve heirloom-quality bracelets, and Karen Hundt-Brown uses a woodburner to turn gourds into functional lamps.

FEATURES Carving an 1880s Western Train Members of the Caricature Carvers of America join forces to create a nostalgic display Techniques Drilling Clean Holes By Bob Duncan Easily store back issues in a three-ring binder with the aid of this simple jig Creating Clothespin Carvings By Forrest Holder Clever idea turns ordinary clothespins into festive Christmas ornaments Chip Carver's Lapboard By Gary MacKay Carve in your living room with this simple shop-made board Projects Carve and Paint an Evergreen Tree By Bob Mason Complement your Christmas carvings with elegant handcarved trees Secret Treasures Santa Claus By Deborah Call Santa's chimney doubles as a hidden box Hand Carving a Simple Reindeer By Don Swartz Easy-to-carve deer is the perfect complement to your holiday display Carving a Star Ornament By Jim Sebring Create colorful holiday ornaments with basic techniques Heirloom Santa Ornament By Wayne Shinlever Hand carve this festive design modeled after vintage glass ornaments Carve a Christmas Stocking By Chris Pye Delightful project adds country charm to your holiday décor Whittling Santa Pencils By Ron Johnson Turn ordinary pencils into festive Santas in eight easy steps Carving Farmyard Animals By Irene Bertils and Dusty Dussinger Create ornaments or freestanding toys from these simple designs Power Carve a Wooden Spoon By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton Functional project introduces basic power carving techniques Passing Preflight Inspection By Sandy Smith Learn texturing secrets and get a behind-the-scenes look at the planning process Easy Santa Ornament By Dan Haack Quickly build your holiday inventory with eye stamps and a simple template Relief Carve a Winter Lighthouse By Robert Stadtlander Capture the tranquility of a snow-covered landscape with this painted relief scene Making Heirloom Baby Rattles By Gene Hochhalter Classic carving projects make thoughtful gifts DEPARTMENTS Editor's Column From Our Mailbag News and Notes Tips and Techniques Reader Gallery Product Review Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Ad Directory & Classifieds Woodchips

Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides! Wander world-class museums, relax in Scottsdale's resorts, and hike through red rocks in the Valley of the Sun with Moon Phoenix, Scottsdale & Sedona. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries, including a luxurious desert getaway, a family road trip, and a 10-day "Best of the Valley of the Sun" Helpful photos and detailed maps throughout Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Explore the local art scene, from Native American exhibits to contemporary galleries. Taste the best Sonoran-style cuisine this side of the Mexican border. Luxuriate in five-star resorts, world-class spas, and gourmet restaurants. Go stargazing in Sedona, or clubbing in Scottsdale. Browse new-agey shops or high-end boutiques, hike water-carved canyons and climb mountains, or go golfing at one of nearly 200 courses. Discover the rich culture of the Native American people who first settled the Valley, and venture to the leafy respite of Oak Creek Canyon to witness the red-rock monoliths Honest advice from Phoenix local Lilia Menconi on when to go and where to stay, with special focus on the best resorts in the area In-depth coverage of all three cities, including the Apache Trail and Superstition Mountains Recommendations for visitors with disabilities and for traveling with kids Thorough background on the culture, environment, wildlife, and history With Moon's local insight, diverse activities, and expert tips on experiencing the best of Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Sedona, you can plan your trip your way! Expanding your trip? Try Moon Arizona. Hitting the road? Try Moon Southwest Road Trip.

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