Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons: Understanding, Designing, and Carving Romantic Heirlooms
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Book
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ISBN 10
1565233743
ISBN 13
9781565233744
Category
Woodworking
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Publication Year
2008
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Pages
200
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Description
For centuries, hand-carved wooden lovespoons have been given as tokens of love and affection. These beautiful ornaments have stood the test of time, and master lovespoon carver David Western has spent years perfecting this classic art. In Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons, Western offers the most complete guide to studying and carving these timeless and treasured heirlooms.
Inside Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons, you'll find everything you need to carve your own spoon, including:
- A detailed explanation of the rich history, symbolism, and evolution of lovespoon carving.
- The fundamentals of lovespoon carving, covering wood selection, tools, sharpening and carving techniques, and tips for applying a long-lasting finish.
- Three detailed projects with step-by-step instructions for carving a beginner, intermediate, and advanced lovespoon.
- 15 stylish patterns featuring a range of traditional lovespoon symbols along with a guide for creating your own distinctive designs.
If you are looking for that personal, heartfelt gift to give, carving a lovespoon by hand is a beautiful and special choice. With Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons, you will find everything you need to get started.
Inside Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons, you'll find everything you need to carve your own spoon, including:
- A detailed explanation of the rich history, symbolism, and evolution of lovespoon carving.
- The fundamentals of lovespoon carving, covering wood selection, tools, sharpening and carving techniques, and tips for applying a long-lasting finish.
- Three detailed projects with step-by-step instructions for carving a beginner, intermediate, and advanced lovespoon.
- 15 stylish patterns featuring a range of traditional lovespoon symbols along with a guide for creating your own distinctive designs.
If you are looking for that personal, heartfelt gift to give, carving a lovespoon by hand is a beautiful and special choice. With Fine Art of Carving Lovespoons, you will find everything you need to get started.
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