We received several fascinating questions and comments this week which I believe everyone will benefit from so today’s blog is dedicated to discussions surrounding those thoughts. QUESTIONS & COMMENTS Our first comment comes from Mike Rowe from the UK regarding the last blog where I talked about Comfort Birds. Mike says: “you can never haveContinue reading “Question & Comments”
Category Archives: Questions & Answers
Wood Properties of Basswood
While doing some research I discovered an exceptional resource which provides information on everything you ever wanted to know about 80 different species of woods. The information covers everything from things like carvability and density to stainablity and the size of the knots. I was so impressed by the mass of information available on theseContinue reading “Wood Properties of Basswood”
Whittling The Old Sea Captain
“Whittling The Old Sea Captain and Crew” by Mike Shipley A Book Review “Whittling The Old Sea Captain and Crew” is a delightful wood carving book written by Mike Shipley. Mike, who is a noted wood carver is also, and perhaps more well known as a knife maker. His top notch OCCT line of knivesContinue reading “Whittling The Old Sea Captain”
The Scroll Saw
Today I thought we would learn a little something about Scroll Saws…not owning one it’s a topic I personally knew very little about until I did some research on them. We have discussed scroll saws a bit here in past blogs and I’m sure there are many carvers out there who use them. I’m hopingContinue reading “The Scroll Saw”
Woodcarving Suppliers
A couple of weeks ago I decided to put together a list of suppliers as a reference for anyone looking to purchase woodcarving supplies. The following list of suppliers is a compilation of my own list plus some contributions from some of you. These suppliers carry anything from knives and gouges to accessories and wood,Continue reading “Woodcarving Suppliers”
Carving Figure Caricatures in the Ozark Style
“CARVING FIGURE CARICATURES in the Ozark Style“ by Harold L. Enlow A Book Review “CARVING FIGURE CARICATURES in the Ozark Style” is just one of many excellent woodcarving books written by noted wood carver and instructor Harold L. Enlow. Published by Dover Publications Inc. in 1975 this 39 page paperback book contains 22 drawings andContinue reading “Carving Figure Caricatures in the Ozark Style”
A Final Word About Wooden Spoons
The intricately carved wooden lovespoon has traditionally been used as a token of affection in Wales. Each spoon could contain different meanings as shown by the use of various symbols, for instance: a chain would mean a wish to be together forever; a diamond would mean wealth or good fortune; a cross would mean faith; a flower wouldContinue reading “A Final Word About Wooden Spoons”
Emails, Question & Comments
I‘ve recently received a few emails I’d like to share with you today: We have an email from Rick Boyer with a very interesting question that I have no answer for. Hopefully some of our readers can answer Rick’s question. Rick wrote: “I have a question I know cotton Wood bark is carved. How aboutContinue reading “Emails, Question & Comments”
WOOD SPECIES
I apologize for not writing for the past couple of days. My wife is very sick and is in the hospital so my mind and efforts have been elsewhere. She will be in and out of the hospital for the next four weeks. Today I want to introduce you all to the many different speciesContinue reading “WOOD SPECIES”
Cleaning & Conditioning Paint Brushes
I tend to use somewhat more expensive brushes when I paint my carvings. I just like the way they work. But if you’re like me you go through paint brushes as fast as the water you wash them in. Here are a few tips on washing your brushes and preserving them to get longer lifeContinue reading “Cleaning & Conditioning Paint Brushes”
Wood Chip Chatter 