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2008 Santa Carving Contest
Prize-winning entries and highlights from this year's contest
Woodcarving that Gets Noticed
By Rex Branson
Team mascots on a large scale promote woodcarving and community pride.
Preserving a Historic Art Form
By Christle A. Johnson
Bob Johnson shares his passion for carving fish decoys with students
Carved Nativities
By Kurt Eberling and Helli Mayr
Exploring the tradition of Krippel Schaun in Tirol, Austria
First Cuts
Gary Batte, Steve Prescott, Joe Schumacher, and Desiree Hajny share their first carvings
PROJECTS
Saw Whet Owl
By Gordon and Marsha Stiller
Chip Carve a Star Tree Topper
By Roger Strautman
Carve through bleached wood to highlight chip cavities
Happy Christmas Gnome
By Ross Oar
Easy beginner character can be carved as Santa's helper or a garden gnome
Whimsical Santa Holds your Christmas Stocking
By Shawn Cipa
Delightful folk-art style carving is a functional addition to your holiday décor
Power Carving a Dove Ornament
By Hugh Parks
Classic symbol of peace makes a beautiful Christmas ornament
Carving in High Relief
By Chris Pye
Produce a dramatic effect by lowering the background and undercutting the subject
Santa Brings Home the Christmas Tree
By Mark Akers
Charming details highlight this action pose
Carving Candy Cane Ornaments
By Hershal Borders
Practice basic carving and painting skills with easy Christmas ornaments
Hershal Borders bonus cane gallery
Carving a Snowman Collector's Plate
By Robert Biermann
Learn the basics of intaglio carving with this cheerful winter relief scene
Carving a Traditional Lovespoon
By David Western
Classic heart design is a great project for novice carvers
Gilding a House Sign
By Francis S. Lestingi
Learn gold-leafing techniques with a handcarved plaque
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