| 15 Elf and Gnome Patterns Contributor(s): Streetman, Al (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764308424 ISBN-13: 9780764308420 Publisher: Schiffer Craft OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 1999 Annotation: 15 different patterns for well-dressed elves and gnomes of all shapes and sizes--drawn up with the beginner in mind, but with plenty of potential for the experienced carvers creativity to build on. Al also provides some helpful general advice about technique, finer details, and painting; his reference charts are handy for any carving. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies |
| Dewey: 736.4 |
| LCCN: 98083140 |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.3" W x 10.7" (0.80 lbs) 64 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Once you finish carving your first gnome, the little guy will surely want you to carve some more elfin friends for him It's a good thing Al Streetman has included 15 different patterns for well-dressed elves and gnomes of all shapes and sizes--drawn up with the beginner in mind, but with plenty of potential for the experienced carver's creativity to build on. With step-by-step instructions and color photography, Al demonstrates how to carve and paint the first project from start to finish. He also provides some helpful general advice about technique, finer details, and painting; his reference charts are handy for any carving. A full-color gallery of finished projects will bring a smile to your face and a spark to your imagination. His laid-back style and straightforward techniques make Al Streetman a pleasure to carve with--enjoy |
Contributor Bio(s): Streetman, Al: - Al Streetman currently resides in Guthrie, Oklahoma, and has been an active woodcarver for many years. He originally carved shorebird and duck decoys. Today, his work is centered around Santas, Cowboys, Uncle Sam, Elves, and other forms of caricature carvings. |