<DIV><P> The term “whittling” evokes pleasant images of bygone days, when old-timers relaxed with knife and wood in front of the general store. You can master the old-fashioned craft of whittling today, with this easy-to-learn beginner’s guide.</p><BR><P> Even if you’ve never carved a piece of wood before, Old Time Whittling will show you how to create iconic whittling classics like the wooden chain, ball-in-a-cage, arrow-through-the-heart, and more. Woodcarving instructor and author Keith Randich takes you step-by-step through 10 projects, with concise instructions and more than 50 photographs and diagrams.</p><BR><P> This introduction to classic old-fashioned woodcarving includes:</p><P> Ten projects with concise instructions</p><P> More than 50 photographs and diagrams</p><P> Three dimensional in-the-round carving</p><P> Two dimensional shallow relief carving</p><P> Wood selection, knife sharpening, and safety</p></div>