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Woodcarving Tools, Materials and Equipment - Volumes 1 & 2

Since the first edition was published in 1994, this classic book has established itself as the standard reference on woodcarving. In 2002 it was expanded and divided logically into two volumes with new colour photography throughout. It should be required reading for all carvers.
Chris Pye, WOODCARVING, Tools Materials & Equipment. Vol 1 Ref: CHT0112

This first volume deals with the selection, sharpening and maintenance of woodcarving tools. Truly sharp edges are essential for effective carving and Chris Pye's detailed instructions and clear illustrations show how the right results can be achieved every time.

Though the emphasis is on traditional chisels and gouges, Chris considers the use of power and ancillary tools, such as mallets, abrading tools, knives, punches and scratch stocks in detail. 


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Chris Pye, WOODCARVING, Tools Materials & Equipment. Vol 1

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Chris Pye, WOODCARVING, Tools Materials & Equipment. Vol 2 Ref: CHT0111

In this second volume, Chris covers m any subjects of vital importance to the woodcarver, from the preparatory work of drawing and modelling to the many different finishes that can be applied to the completed carving.

Chris describes in detail methods of holding your work safely, with plans for several useful appliances that readers can make themselves. There is also a section on wood itself, and how to make the most of its many contradictory qualities. 


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Chris Pye, CARVING ON TURNING Ref: 10547

This book originally arose for a series of articles written by Chris in Woodturning magazine and as such was aimed more at turners.

However, 2 points: First, there is no such thing as "carving for turners". There is just the carving, and you can apply it to a curved surface as readily as a flat one. Second, this book contains a good overview of many basic carving techniques and can be studied for these alone, independent of turning.

Discover how simple decorative marks, through to advanced carving and shaping techniques, can enhance your turned objects and add an element of artistry. 


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Chris Pye, CARVING ON TURNING

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Chris Pye, LETTERCARVING IN WOOD. A Practical Course Ref: CHT0105

The first comprehensive guide to this subject to be published in a single volume. What makes this book truly different, and worthwhile, is that, at its heart, is a well-tried, structured course. Work through the progressive series of exercises and you will end with a strong grounding in lettercarving skills, in several styles of lettering.

Besides the fascination of lettering in its own right, there are the bonuses that such tool skills transfer to your other carving and are readily marketable.
 


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Chris Pye, LETTERCARVING IN WOOD. A Practical Course

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Chris Pye, RELIEF CARVING IN WOOD A Practical Introduction Ref: CHT0109

A carving tutorial. Rather than providing a large number of projects, Chris walks the reader through one design in detail. Introductory chapters on tools, design and techniques lead on to the process of carving in both low and high relief.

Each stage is illustrated with colour photographs and line drawings, and the book answers many of the questions that beginners may ask.
 


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Chris Pye, ELEMENTS OF WOODCARVING Ref: CHT0106

Chris has re-written the magazine articles on which this book is based and added new material for an entirely different and fresh context.

All questions and considerations about woodcarving fall into 3 three 'elements': design, material and technique. You'll gain a key to analysing your work and progress, and begin to carve more competently and with more confidence, through an increased awareness of these themes.

The ten projects in this book are lessons in the art and practice of woodcarving. In each case the whole process is described in detail, from the initial idea to the finished work. 


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Chris Pye, WOOD CARVING. Projects and Techniques Ref: CHT9306

Chris compiled and rewrote these articles from Woodcarving magazine, reviewing the fundamentals of the craft and addressing carvers of all skill levels.

He guides you every step of the way, taking you through each project from concept to completion. Chris pays special attention to the V-tool, which suffers from a reputation for being difficult to use; instructs carvers on sharpening tools properly; choosing wood; applying a variety of finishes, and work with gold leaf. 


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Chris Pye Woodcarving DVDs

Professionally produced and directed, these DVDs will get you as close as possible to standing by Chris at his bench. We invite you to join us in the shop as Chris instructs Rob Cosman with hands-on training in three fundamental carving skills.
Chris Pye - Sharpening Techniques DVD Ref: RCDVDCP1

Rob Cosman is the student as Chris teaches him the basics of how to get carving tools sharpened correctly. This is bench side instruction on how to make a gouge do more than you may have thought possible. Chris starts with a new tool and carfefully guides you through all the steps of preparation to finally achieve that desired cutting edge. You are guided through the maze of available chisels, Chris answers the how's and whys and suggests where to start when it comes to acquiring tools. Included in this dvd are a few of the practises Chris was taught during his apprenticeship that are not widely known. Chris Pye is an excellent teacher and Rob Cosman proves to be an attentive student.

Learn to sharpen your gouges correctly so they work at peak efficiency: it's as important to elegant woodcarving as tuning is to playing your guitar.

1hr 52 min  


Price: £27.06 (Including VAT at 20%)
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Chris Pye - Letter Carving DVD Ref: RCDVDCP2


Chris Pye gives Rob Cosman bench side Instruction on Essential Letter Carving Techniques.
Lettercarving is one of the most useful carving skills you can have.
To cut letters beautifully into wood, you need to do 4 basic things, over and over, only adapting these same tactics to your letter size and shape. Chris shows you how. With the right method from the start, and a bit of practice, you can be carving whole alphabets, in far shorter time than you might have thought possible.

* What tools to use for letter carving

* Cutting straight sections

* Mallet techniques (using a mallet with either hand)

* Adding serifs

* Step by step carving of junctions

* Selecting gouges for curves

DVD - 1 hour 29 minutes 


Price: £27.06 (Including VAT at 20%)
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Chris Pye - Ornamental Carving DVD Ref: RCDVDCP3

Chris takes you step-by-step from a flat surface to a gracefully finished decorative design. Once you've mastered the model, you can adapt it to a wide range of projects. And along the way, you'll have built an inventory of essential woodcarving skills.

This double CD DVD is over 2 hours long!

Join Chris Pye, have fun, and learn. 


Price: £32.32 (Including VAT at 20%)
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Chris Pye - Woodcarving DVDs Special Offer Ref: RCDVDCP123SET

Over 5 hours of tuition!

Sharpening Techniques + Lettercarving + Ornamental Carving

3 DVD deal - all 3 DVDs for discounted package price.  


Price: £82.50 (Including VAT at 20%)
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