Wood Carving Tip of the Day #35

The value of clamping

I find that clamping my work so both hands are free is always worth the effort - not to mention the added safety.

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Featured Carving Project

Carving a Rose Pin
by Maura Macaluso

I've been thinking about carving something special for my honey for the Valentine holiday.

I happened across Maura's rose pin and was instantly drawn to the idea of a wood rose instead of actual flowers which only last a week.

I'm planning to make mine from hardwood, something like cherry which develops a wonderful patina.

And I'll power carve it since I find the cherry is quite hard to do with knives.

I hope that you'll consider carving something special for your honey too!

Carving a Rose Pin

P.S. I had been thinking about carving a nice heart pendant but couldn't find a good carving tutorial for this project.  I'd love to work with a carver out there to create a heart pendant project, anyone game?

Please email me if you're interested

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Featured Carving Article

The ABC's of Making Wood Canes

Many of us want to make wood canes but don't even know where to start. That's not uncommon when faced with a new task.

This month, I'd like to point out two excellent sources of cane making information for your review. Both of these sources provide a wonderful start to cane making!

Canes  &  Walking  Sticks by  Betty  Rahbar

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New and Hot

Folding Saws

Primos Folding Saw

Many people are uncertain where to get the wood to make wood canes. One of the best sources is to gather the wood while you're out and about. The easiest way is to cut your own wood from staplings that are growing in the woods. And are not owned by someone else!!

I like to keep a small folding saw with me when I go on hikes. There are many types with blade sizes from 6.5 inches to over 12 inches.

A 7 inch folding saw can easily cut a 3 to 4 inch sapling and a 10 inch folding saw can easily cut a 6 inch sapling. So, you can choose the size that will work best for you.

Some of the popular brand names are:

Corona Clipper
Fiskar
Hunter
Primos

The following link will show you a wide range of folding saws and provide reviews so that you can see other people'e reactions to using these saws.

Folding Saws

And for those of you who need More Power, there is an interesting alternative for you.

The WorxWG891 18 Volt cordless Quick Saw can cut wood up to 2 3/8", runs for 3 to 5 hours and only weighs 3 lbs. Perfect for working around the house or taking on a cane scouting trip.

Price: $109.99

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