Carving & Painting Christmas Ornaments

Handmade holiday decorations make gifts that are sure to be treasured. These 23 projects, arranged by skill level, will help you get started. Each is complete with a pattern and materials list, step-by-step instructions and color photos. In addition, the author presents techniques and tips for blending, highlighting, shading, and mixing paint for the best finish.

The collection includes angels, icicles, snowmen, a star, a poinsettia, a penguin, a polar bear and a festive house. An excellent addition to any carver’s library.

Softcover, 8 1/2" × 11", 88 pages, 2014.