In this tape you'll discover the basics of woodcarving, see how to
carve an 18th-century scallop shell and gain an understanding of the
production techniques of that era.
You will learn about:
Designing for letter carving
Selecting and sharpening carving tools
Carving roman and italic letters
Relief carving
Outlining
Molding (bordering)
Back grounding
Modeling and contouring
Defining the wings
Carving the convex and concave rays
Finishing the shell
Sam Bush has been a woodworker for over 30 years. He operates a custom
shop in Portland, Oregon, and gives frequent workshops. Mack Headley,
Jr., who specializes in 18th-century furniture making, is Master
Cabinetmaker at Colonial Williamsburg.
85 minutes, VHS.
Chip Carving Video
Chip carving is a wonderfully direct and simple way to decorate furniture, cabinets, boxes, plaques and utensils.
Chip carving is a wonderfully direct and simple way to decorate
furniture, cabinets, boxes, plaques and utensils. Here is a
step-by-step lesson that requires very few tools.
Wayne Barton, a master of the Swiss style of chip carving, has
taken first place in every carving competition he has entered. He
operates The Alpine School of Woodcarving in Park Ridge, Illinois
In this video Nora covers the rudiments of European carving,
elements mostly unknown or overlooked by other instructors, but which
are absolutely essential as a foundation for the future of any
woodcarver. This is a different approach. These are the methods of the
European Master carvers passed down for hundreds of years. This one
video alone will save you years and years of frustration.
In this video Nora covers:
Tool description and handling plus information about sources
Wood choices and how to tackle the grain
Carving a simple design using the basic tools
Sharpening carving tools with a simple stone set and leather
Approximately 45 minutes. Pattern included.
Garden Swing
Let Norm Abram walk you through these great outdoor plans!
Master carpenter Norm Abram offers advice and instruction to help
ensure a successful project.
Create a yardful of projects with these exclusive plans from the
New Yankee Workshop. Each plan features clear instructions, measured
drawings with close-up views, plus a complete materials list. Norm
Abram takes you though the project from start to finish in the
included video!
Master carpenter Norm Abram offers advice and instruction to help
ensure a successful project.
Create a yard full of projects with these exclusive plans from the
New Yankee Workshop. Each plan features clear instructions, measured
drawings with close-up views, plus a complete materials list. Norm
Abram takes you though the project from start to finish in the
included video!
Master carpenter Norm Abram offers advice and instruction to help
ensure a successful project.
Create a yardful of projects with these exclusive plans from the
New Yankee Workshop. Each plan features clear instructions, measured
drawings with close-up views, plus a complete materials list. Norm
Abram takes you though the project from start to finish in the
included video!
Deck Chair Plan, Video and Hardware Kit
This deck chair recaptures the era of luxury travel on grand ocean liners. With an easy-to follow- New Yankee Workshop plan and video plus Rockler's exclusive hardware kit, building this project is smooth sailing!
The
plan from The New Yankee Workshop features all the drawings and
patterns you’ll need. Norm's video will take you step-by-step
through the building process to ensure your project's success!
Add
to the charm and authenticity of your deck chair with Rockler’s
exclusive solid brass hardware kit, including deck chair mechanisms,
screws, cap nuts, 36'' threaded rod and 24'' brass sleeves enough for
one deck chair.
New Yankee Workshop Deluxe Router Station
Here’s Norm’s latest New Yankee Workshop plan for a deluxe router station as seen on the popular PBS show The New Yankee Workshop. Plan features all the measured drawings and patterns you’ll need. PLUS, step-by-step video will take you through the building process to ensure your project’s success. Hardware kit (sold separately) includes all hardware components needed to make this do-everything router station. Extra-large router plates also
available. Build this project with Rockler’s hardware kit and components!
