One of the most sought-after and respected carvers of wooden Santa
figures shares 20 new and delightful patterns. Al Streetman takes the
reader step-by-step through the carving of a "windblown Santa," holding
a lantern and grasping a walking stick as he tries to make his way
through a Christmas eve storm. This and other whimsical creations offer
hours of fun, challenge, and creativity to carvers of all ability
levels. In addition, for carver who wish to sell their work, Santas have
a proven marketability among Christmas collectors. The carving steps are
illustrated with clear color photographs and precise instructions. The
patterns offer at least two views of each of the 20 Santas. In addition,
Al provides hints from his many years of carving experience and
teaching, secrets that are invaluable to both the novice carver and the
professional, including some tips and tricks for arm and hand carving
and multi-part construction techniques. This method lets you make
maximum use of grain direction, in order to save valuable wood from
being wasted, and to make the carving easier. This is a welcome addition
to the carver's library and joins the long list of Al Streetman's other
popular and successful carving instruction books.