Author: Chris Lubkemann

Brand: Design Originals

Color: Multi

Edition: First

Features:

• Dependable, sturdy, easy to carry
• Great for everyday use
• Swiss made precision

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 136

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Release Date: 01-07-2015

Details: Product description Expert craftsman Chris Lubkemann reveals his award-winning whittling secrets! 43 easy projects requiring little more than an Original Swiss Army Knife, a twig, & a few minutes of your time Beginner-friendly advice on getting started such as choosing your knife, the best wood for whittling, & basic cutting strokes Step-by-step instructions & photographs Useful & practical projects like forks, spoons, & knitting needles Cute animal projects like an owl, alligator, and bird Curl-carving projects like a rooster, flower, and squirrel Fun toys, jewelry trees, slices, and more A good knife is all you need to start whittling. Whether you're in front of a campfire or waiting for a bus, whittling is the creative way to unwind and have fun! In this book, world-famous whittler Chris Lubkemann shows you how to carve useful and whimsical objects with nothing more than an Original Swiss Army Knife, a twig, and a few minutes of time. Learn to choose your wood, sharpen your blade, and control your knife, with dozens of easy step-by-step projects. Published in collaboration with Victorinox AG, makers of the Original Swiss Army Knife. Victorinox Swiss Army's products represent a proud 130-year family-owned heritage of commitment to quality and innovation in both multifunctional and iconic design that withstands the test of time. "Thanks to Lubkemann's creative, practical projects...bringing the splendor of the outdoors into your home is easier than ever." —Mother Earth News Review Authored by 'whittling professional' Chris Lubkemann, the Swiss Army Knife Whittling Book guides readers through 43 different projects that require nothing more than pieces of wood and a Victorinox Original Swiss Army Knife for the most part. Whether you are a novice looking to develop your woodworking skills, a hobbyist in search of new projects, or that dude who wants to finally justify carrying a folding knife everywhere you go (you can whittle while waiting for the train), this book should make for an excellent reference that you can return to for many hours of fun. --CoolThings.com All it takes is a little time and Chris will have you turning out gifts & conversation pieces like a pro! --Men's Gear Most of us use our Swiss Army knives for emergencies and impromptu needs. But Chris Lubkemann’s book is packed with fun ways you can use your knife to start a new hobby – whittling wood. Victorinox Swiss Army Knife Whittling Book, Gift Edition by Chris Lubkemann is a great book of unique whittling designs and plans. I was impressed with the creativity of many of the designs, and with the different varieties of Swiss Army knives. -- Amy Matheney, Clermont County Public Library Great book! I liked the quick history of Victorinox and the pictures. He was conversational and easy to follow. -- Holly Priestley, Ouachita Parish Public Library From the Back Cover A GOOD KNIFE IS ALL YOU NEED TO START WHITTLING Whether you're in front of a campfire or waiting for a bus, whittling is the creative way to unwind and have fun! In this book, world-famous whittler Chris Lubkemann shows you how to carve useful and whimsical objects with nothing more than an Original Swiss Army Knife by Victorinox, a twig, and a few minutes of time. Learn to choose your wood, sharpen your blade, and control your knife, with dozens of easy step-by-step projects. Published in collaboration with Victorinox AG, makers of the Original Swiss Army Knife. Victorinox Swiss Army's products represent a proud 130-year family-owned heritage of commitment to quality and innovation in both multifunctional and iconic design that withstands the test of time. "THANKS TO LUBKEMANN'S CREATIVE, PRACTICAL PROJECTS...BRINGING THE SPLENDOR OF THE OUTDOORS INTO YOURHOME IS EASIER THAN EVER."—Mother Earth News About the Author Chris Lubkemann is the author of five best-selling whittling books from Fox Chapel Publishing, including The Little Book Of Whittling and Big Book Of Whittle Fun. A child of missionaries, Chris Lubkemann grew up in the forests of Brazil and Peru, where he developed an appreciation for knives and entertained himself—and others—by handcrafting rafts, tree houses, traps, and slingshots from scrap wood. Since that time, he has continued to integrate his woodworking skills with good old-fashioned fun. Chris has carved some of the world's smallest branch carvings, and his smallest branch rooster was given a Guinness World Record Certificate. Chris currently demonstrates whittling as the resident woodcarver at the Amish Farm and House in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Package Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches

Languages: English