Carving Cypress Knees: Creating Whimsical Characters from One of Nature's Most Unique Woods [Paperback]

Noted carvers and authors Carole Jean Boyd and Jack A. Williams bring you the ultimate resource for unlocking the whimsical characters and wood spirits from within one of nature's most unique woods: cypress knees.Discover the Unique Characters Hidden Inside the Strange and Wonderful World of Cypress KneesNoted carvers and authors Carol Jean Boyd and Jack Williams bring you the ultimate resource for unlocking the whimsical characters and wood spirits from within one of nature's most unique woods: cypress knees.Cypress knees are the little stumps found in swamps of the southeastern United States that protrude from the water in varying shapes, sizes and colors, and have even been known for their excellent carving properties.About the Authors...ivIntroduction...viChapter One: Cypress Trees and Knees...1Cahpter Two: Carving Basics...3Chapter Three: Design and Composition...11Chapter Four: Gallery...21Chapter Five: Carving a Knee Spirit...40Chapter Six: Carving Father Christmas...66Chapter Seven: Carving an Elf...82Resource Directory...89Carole Jean Boyd's beautiful and informative book is a must for anyone interested in carving whimsical, charming Santas and other unique characters. Well written and illustrated with step by step instructions. I highly recommend Carving Cypress Knees .A great book, very complete step by step instructions that guided me to complete my project. It is meant to stand alone and see you all the way through. I look forward to more material in this stile of writing. Highly recommended.Discover the unique characters hidden inside the strange and wonderful world of cypress knees~Noted carvers and authors Carole Jean Boyd and Jack A. Williams bring you the ultimate resource for unlocking the whimsical characters and wood spirits from within one of nature' most unique woods: cypress knees.Inside Carving Cypress Knees, you'll find all the tips and techniques you need for success:Basic instruction regarding tools, measurements and style, painting til#\