Chip Carving: Techniques for Carving Beautiful Patterns by Hand

The Art of Chip Carving is a step-by-step guide to one of the world's most ancient and widely practiced forms of woodcarving, suitable for beginners and experienced craftspeople. It teaches the basics of chip carving, including the few tools needed and how to sharpen them, how to select and prepare wood for carving, how to transfer carving patterns, how to carve safely and precisely, and how to read and understand wood grain. It also introduces techniques and projects for learning freehand carving and creating your own carving designs in the style of traditional European folk carvings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2022
Publisher: Blue Hills Press

The Art of Chip Carving is a comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide to one of the world's oldest and most widely practiced forms of woodcarving. Whether you are a complete novice or a seasoned craftsperson, this guide offers you the opportunity to learn to create stunning decorative designs in wood using simple, inexpensive tools and techniques.

One of the key advantages of chip carving is its low cost-of-entry, making it an ideal introduction to woodworking for those who are new to the craft. It emphasizes the essential concepts of woodworking, such as safety, precision, and understanding the nature of the wood itself, which are crucial for achieving successful results.

This guide is packed with valuable technical information that will help you get started in chip carving. It covers the necessary tools and how to sharpen them, as well as how to select and prepare wood for carving. You will learn how to transfer carving patterns, carve safely and precisely, and read and understand wood grain. Additionally, Clay provides the basics of good carving technique, guiding you step-by-step through two practice boards to build your skills.

Once you have mastered the basics, The Art of Chip Carving takes you on a journey to explore freehand carving and the use of the simple shape-vocabulary of chip carving to create your own carving designs in the style of traditional European folk carvings. This guide offers a wealth of techniques and projects to help you develop your carving skills and create beautiful pieces that showcase your creativity.

In conclusion, The Art of Chip Carving is a must-have guide for anyone who wants to learn to carve stunning decorative designs in wood. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned craftsperson, this guide offers you the knowledge, tools, and techniques to embark on a rewarding carving journey. So why wait? Start your chip carving adventure today and unlock the endless possibilities of this ancient art form!

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 203 x 253 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781951217402