Carving Exotic Fish


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The variety and beauty of exotic fish captured in wood. Using a combination of power and traditional tools, here are step-by-step techniques of carving, painting and mounting three varieties: the Red Crane fish, the Fresh Water Angelfish, and the Long-Nosed Butterfly Fish. Each step is illustrated with a color photo and description of the technique involved. Patterns and a gallery of other fish are included.




Carving Tropical Fish


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Carving Melon Sculptures


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The Sound of War follows seven heroic people in their pursuit of freedom across the battle ridden geography of the American Revolution. Six men and a small girl learn to work together for a common goal, freedom of country. Learning from each other and, in the end, learning the price of freedom, these people make their mark in history. A fictional account of the American Revolution near the end of the war, this book will capture it's audience with warmth and heart, a tear jerker to the last.




How to Paint


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Air-brushing, using acrylics, and achieving an antique finish are illustrated through colour photos the work of three master craftsmen.




Carving Tropical Birds


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Complete instructions, patterns, and diagrams for creating the Gouldian finch, Fischer's love bird, Andean cock-of-the-rock, keel-billed toucan, and 8 other exotic avian creatures.




Making Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Furniture


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Richly illustrated guide to Pennsylvania Dutch culture and craftsmanship, including measured drawings for building 50 representative pieces: chairs, tables, desks, many more. 250 illustrations. Bibliography.




The Edge of the World


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Terra Incognita -- the blank spaces on the map, past the edge of the world, marked only by the words "here be monsters." Two nations at war, fighting for dominion over the known, and undiscovered, world, pin their last hopes at ultimate victory on finding a land out of legend. Each will send their ships to brave the untamed seas, wild storms, sea serpents, and darker dangers unknown to any man. It is a perilous undertaking, but there will always be the impetuous, the brave and the mad who are willing to leave their homes to explore the unknown. Even unto the edge of the world. . . Kevin J. Anderson's spectacular fantasy debut is a sweeping tale of adventure on the high seas, as two warring kingdoms vie for the greatest treasure of them all.




Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 95 Summer 2021


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This summer issue of Woodcarving Illustrated shines a spotlight on small but mighty projects! Ranging in size from a whittled aquarium that can fit inside a matchbox to a summery Circle of Chips wall hanging, the projects featured in this issue are perfect for every carver. Carve a petite unicorn, a chip carved jewelry box, stylized sharks, a realistic tropical fish, a scallop shell relief carving, and more! Also included in this issue are impressive artist features, workshop tips, reader galleries (plus a new challenge!), and bonus patterns and projects.




Fait À la Main


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Gilded Lions and Jeweled Horses


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A richly illustrated volume celebrating Jewish carving traditions from the Old World to the New