The Art of Spoon Carving: A Classic Craft for the Modern Kitchen by Lora S. Irish

The Art of Spoon Carving: A Classic Craft for the Modern Kitchen by Lora S. Irish

Wood carving is coming back into style, and making kitchen utensils is among the easiest ways to learn the craft. This beautifully illustrated guide by master woodcrafter Lora S. Irish teaches the basics of wooden spoon carving. Perfect for beginners, the book presents 12 step-by-step projects that illustrate a variety of historic carving styles.

A selection of mix-and-match patterns offer suggestions for creating dozens of unique designs for spoons and other implements -- forks, ladles, dippers, spatulas, knives, pie servers, and scoops. In addition to clear, detailed directions accompanied by helpful drawings, inspiring photographs illustrate decorative ideas for using the carved spoons in kitchen wreaths, centerpieces, and other ornaments. A great gift for crafters seeking a new hobby, this book is loaded with stylish designs for handmade treasures.

Lora S. Irish, a legend in the wood and leather crafting industry, has published several books on pyrography, wood working, and line art designs. She also manages two websites that promote her projects and line art patterns and offer free tutorials for crafters.

"Incredible full color photographs detail each step in creating this classic art-form. Learn what you need to know about carving sets, knives, and what type of wood is best to start out with. You are going to love The Art of Spoon Carving. Get a copy today." -- Texas Kitchen and Garden and More