Chip Carver's Workbook

Dennis "Pop" Moor, along with his son Todd, has taken the carving world by storm, winning numerous international awards. The carving, teaching, and judging reputation of this father-son team is exceptional, especially because of the entertaining approach they take to their art. Dennis and Todd's weekly television series has introduced viewers to all areas of woodcarving and wood art and has helped to establish the duo as highly sought-after personalities at woodcarving shows and competitions. It is no wonder these two are often called "The Canadian Masters." Together, they founded Chipping Away Incorporated, dedicated to the advancement of woodcarving and wood art.

About the Author............................................. iv Introduction.......................................................v Chapter 1: Choosing the Wood...........................1 Chapter 2: The Tools...........................................6 Chapter 3:Sharpening........................................11 Chapter 4: How to Hold the Knives.....................18 Chapter 5:Three Main Chip Shapes.....................24 Chapter 6: Standard-Sized Borders.....................32 Chapter 7: Large-Width Borders.........................41 Chapter 8: Curved Borders................................45 Chapter 9: Grids.................................................50 CHapter 10: Rosettes...........................................56 Chapter 11: Layout and Design...........................63 Chapter 12: Getting the Pattern onto the Wood...69 Chapter 13: Lettering..........................................72 Chapter 14: Finishing..........................................78 Chapter 15: The Projects.....................................83 Project 1:Napkin Holder............................83 Project 2: Plant Box...................................86 Project 3:Letter Holder...............................90 Project 4: Trinket Box................................93 Project 5: Tissue Box Holder.......................96 Project 6: Mailbox.......................................99 Project 7:Cheese and Cracker Tray...........102 Gallery...............................................................104 Sources of Supply...............................................106