Tag Archives: Mary May Traditional Woodcarving

Mary May Carving Project: Rose & Lily

Posted on May 1, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

Carving, let’s talk about it!  My main focus in carving at this point is for picture frames.  That means they need to be fairly low relief and able to be gilded without the leaf faulting too much and showing the … Continue reading →

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New Picture Frame – Celtic Knot

Posted on January 28, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

Frame designs are chosen for a couple of reasons but one major one is so that I can develop different carving skills.  A fairly common theme would include interlaced patterns like those found in Celtic designs.  I have a friend, … Continue reading →

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More than one way to skin a Cat!

Posted on January 14, 2016 by woodworksbyjohn

          ….and I don’t mean this one! Just thought I’d start this out with a little bit of humor and show you how close to me my cat likes to be.  When we first began our … Continue reading →

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