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OverviewDiscover the art of Whittling Walking Sticks with Peter Benson. Dive into the mesmerising world of creating personalised walking sticks with veteran woodcarver Peter Benson's inspiring collection. Featuring a range of 10 intricate and character-filled stick toppers, this enchanting assortment is tailored for aspiring whittlers and those with existing whittling experiences looking to polish their craftsmanship. This book explains: . The fundamental tools required . The basics of whittling . How to carry out each technique with safety Learn to whittle characters, including: . Badger . Cheetah . Dog . Duck . Eagle . Fox . Frog . Kingfisher . Otter . Polar bear Coupled with easy-to-follow, fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for every project, mastering this ancient craft has never been simpler. These whittled walking sticks are not just ornamental pieces but also fully functional, blending practicality with aesthetic appeal perfectly. They make for exceptional presents for those with an affinity for nature or as a charming entry point to the delightful world of whittling. Experience the captivating blend of tradition and creativity in Peter Benson's world of whittling walking sticks. Embark on this fulfilling craft journey today! AUTHOR: Peter Benson set up the Essex School of Woodcarving in 1996. He travels often and runs many workshops overseas as well as judging competitions around the world. He writes regularly for woodcarving journals and is the author of The Art of Carving Netsuke, Whittling Handbook, Woodland Whittling and Whittling Woodland Animals, all published by GMC Publications. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter Benson , Sara HarperPublisher: GMC Publications Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd ISBN: 9781784946753ISBN 10: 1784946753 Pages: 136 Publication Date: 09 April 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available  This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsPractical information Tools and equipment Keeping your tools sharp Sourcing and preparing the shaft Preparing the blank Adding the eyes Joining the stick head to the shaft Projects Thumb stick Otter Duck Dog Badger Fox Polar bear Eagle Kingfisher Cheetah Frog Templates ResourcesReviews"""All you need is a good pocket knife, a piece of wood and your imagination"" -- ""Woodcarving"" ""Beautifully illustrated with many helpful technique photos, this is a must-have whittling tome"" -- ""Woodworking Crafts""" Author InformationPeter Benson set up the Essex School of Woodcarving in 1996. He travels often and runs many workshops overseas as well as judging competitions around the world. He writes regularly for woodcarving journals and is the author of The Art of Carving Netsuke, Whittling Handbook and Woodland Whittling published by GMC Publications. Peter is based in Essex. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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