Whittling Twigs & Branches, Second Edition

With this book and little more than a pocketknife, a branch and some concentration, you can whittle unique keepsakes that are fun to make, will be appreciated as gifts, and can be popular items for sale.

Author Chris Lubkemann, a woodcarver since the age of 7, shares his lifelong love of whittling with both beginners and experienced whittlers. You'll find everything you need to master the basic woodworking technique called curling to create birds, trees and flowers.

Includes step-by-step whittling projects, helpful tips for correcting mistakes, advice on painting and finishing, and a picture gallery of finished pieces including table lamps, whimsical characters, letter openers, desk plaques and chess sets to give you inspiration in your own work.

Softcover, 72 pages, 2004.