Whittling Handbook by Peter Benson
The Whittling Handbook is the perfect introduction to the simple, yet immensely pleasurable, craft of creating attractive objects with nothing more than a knife and a piece of timber. Whittling is an art form that can be as simple or as complex as you like. This delightful book guides the reader through the basics starting with straightforward projects such as a garden dibber and paper knife then progresses to more complex and intricate items such as a linked chain and whistle. The tools you'll need, plus the basic techniques and how to perform them safely are all covered in a clear and straightforward way. Projects include: butter spreader fork cane toppers bookmark polar bear nuthatch This book makes the perfect gift for all whittle enthusiasts in your life!
Peter Benson, is the former Chairman of the British Woodcarvers Association, runs courses for carvers of all abilities throughout the UK. He has travelled widely in the United States to give seminars and talks and is in regular demand as a judge for carving competitions. His own work centres on miniature carvings, including fantastic Japanese netsuke. His books published by GMC Publications are: Art of Carving Netsuke, Woodland Whittling, the Whittling Handbook and Whittling Woodland Animals. He lives in Essex.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781784940751 |
| ISBN 10 | 1784940755 |
| Title | Whittling Handbook |
| Author | Peter Benson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | GMC Publications |
| Year published | 2016-04-07 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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