Following the success of their first book, Sculpting Traditional Bowls,
Rip and Tammi Mann bring this new book to those who love this ancient
craft. With step-by-step, fully illustrated instructions they lead the
craftsperson to a beautiful handhewn octagonal bowl. In the gallery are
a variety of contemporary bowls that can be made using the same
techniques, though some will require the skill that comes from
experience. They include octagonal bowls, bowls in the shapes of states,
and bowls with natural exteriors. Rip and Tammi use only hand tools, the
bowl adze, a bowl shave and a carver's hook. They begin with a blank and
conclude with an oil finish process that makes the bowls beautiful and
perfectly safe for use with food. Each step is illustrated in color,
with a complete description of design and technique concerns. Both the
beginner and the experienced woodworker will enjoy the creation of these
functional, beautiful pieces.