Carvers with some experience will be able to create any of these extraordinarily realistic birds, and two projects are especially for beginners. Detailed instructions, 26 diagrams, 85 photographs, and a wealth of ornithological information aid in carving 15 species, including: Wilson's plover, downy woodpecker, bobwhite, sparrow hawk, laughing gull, 10 more.

Soar to new heights with this helpful how-to on power-carving a variety of wooden birds. Featuring internationally known woodcarver Frank Russell, this guide offers expert instruction on a wide range of carving techniques and ways to improve your skills. Original patterns for a number of different types of birds are provided, along with detailed sketches to offer guidance for woodcarvers of all skill levels. The patterns can even be used for other types of three-dimensional or flatwork art if wood isn't your preferred material of choice. Each bird design includes textural facts, sketched details, linear top-view patterns, and colored side-view patterns. Regardless of your experience in power carving, with this guide you too can make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece all on your own!

Nature in Wood is a title by Fox Chapel Publishing

Just choose your favourite bird from the 17 described here, purchase a basswood egg at your favourite woodcarving supply shop, and follow along as Laura shows you to carve these cheery little chirpers. You'll find photography showing you step-by-step how to carve a bluebird, painting instructions, patterns, carving tips and details for 17 different birds. These whimsical birds make the perfect project for experienced carvers who need a break from more involved projects and are confidence builders for beginning carvers. Whatever your skill level, you'll find Laura Putnam Dunkle's Whimsical Birds are a joy to carve and even more fin to give.

This exciting collection of realistic projects for dedicated carvers features20 stunning patterns of a wide range of birds, including a great blue heron, house wren, mourning dove, wild turkey, and more. With helpful instructions and detailed patterns, also included are a few animal projects. From ducks, geese, and songbirds to birds of prey and shorebirds, Carving Wildlife in Wood is a must-have source of inspiration for passionate carvers with a love for nature!

In Carving Favorite Songbirds, expert carver and wildlife illustrator Anthony Hillman covers every aspect you will need in creating beautiful, life-like models you will be proud to put on display.

Fan-carving is the process of slicing wood into thin blades (feathers) and then twisting and interlocking them to create a 3-dimensional design from one piece of wood. Fans and birds are the most popular items made. Legends and customs associated with the fan bird are of a religious and spiritual nature. With the help of European museums, the Nyes have traced the history and migration of this Old World folk art from the ancient Russian region, through Europe, to North America. Preserving this folk art is the purpose of this book. It contains easy to follow step-by-step instructions on how to make fans and birds. Full color photos accompany each step. Also included are six full-scale templates: a fan, plus five birds. This book contains a comprehensive chart of twelve species of wood, each evaluated for its performance. Fan-carving is an entry level project to woodcarving. Within three hours a novice can create a very respectable bird. The story about fan-carving is as interesting as making a bird.

This pattern book provides over 100 woodcarving patterns and accompanying illustrations for 72 birds, animals, and fish. Illustrations of proper directional growth for fur, feather shading, and other detail features are provided with many of the patterns.While the patterns are the primary focus, general carving instructions for birds, animals, and fish are provided. This is an essential reference for every carver with a passion for wildlife.

• Fun guide to the classic Fall craft. • Priced to move at $4.99. • Eye-catching 12-unit clip strip display. • Covers both traditional and modern pumpkin carving techniques. • Ready-to-use pumpkin carving patterns. • Includes Dremel tool carving and etching methods.

Learn all the steps necessary to create unique carved wooden Christmas tree ornaments. 132 clear color photos illustrate every step for a songbird project and 23 additional patterns, ranging from an American Goldfinch to a Titmouse. Provide new and exciting challenges, including a unique method for attaching the finished songbird to a tree, wreath, or centerpiece. The text includes necessary references for feather parts, types, groupings, and texturing; eye setting or carving; the tools required to successfully complete these projects, and instruction for painting and sealing the completed ornament. Create heirloom decorative songbird ornaments that will pass down through future generations. This book brings challenges for novices and joy for experienced carvers.