Beautiful patterns and tips and techniques. Presents over 65 individual patterns, many of which are accompanied by chip carved samples.

Chipping Away Presents Chip Carving Classics "One"

Lora S. Irish

Chipping Away Incorporated

A must-have resource for any beginner or intermediate pyrographer, this is a comprehensive guide to all of the major styles used in pyrography. Including 31 finished samples and line art, author and respected pyrography artist Lora Irish provides step-by-step instructions for each art style, from silhouettes, engraving, and cross hatching to pointillism, realism, pencil shading, and texture stroke painting. From this book, you'll be given the chance to work, experiment, and experience some of the major art styles that you can use with any pattern or design. You'll be able to realize which style offers the most comfort and the best results, and what's the most controllable so you can become a consistent master! Learn essential skills and techniques from a leading expert in the field, and discover how style affects the image to expand your artistic range! Lora Irish has several best-selling books on pyrography, woodcarving, and other craft hobbies, and is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts magazines.

Pyrography Style Handbook: Artistic Woodburning Methods & 12 Step-by-Step Projects (Fox Chapel Publishing) Comprehensive Guide to 7 Major Styles with Full-Size Patterns and Line Art from Lora S. Irish

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Fox Chapel Publishing

Go beyond just following the steps—learn the methods to traditional basket weaving!
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20 classic folk basket patterns including egg, potato, and Appalachian baskets</li>
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Step-by-step instructions and photography take you through every method</li>
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Master proper techniques on an intermediate level, not just the beginner's how-to</li>
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Author Lora Irish is an accomplished artist and maker of many trades</li>
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With 20 classic folk basket patterns and clear step-by-step instructions and photos, you'll acquire all the proper techniques you need to become an accomplished basket-weaver inside Basket Essentials: Rib Basket Weaving. From measuring and adding spokes to learning various weaving patterns, learn the methods to the art of traditional basket weaving.
The author, the legendary Lora Irish, is a talented and successful artist of many trades and has been making baskets for 15 years. She has also written several woodcarving, pyrography, and craft pattern books.
"It may take practice to get as good as Irish... but it will surely be worth it" —BRISTOL HERALD COURIER

Basket Essentials: Rib Basket Weaving: Techniques and Projects for DIY Woven Reed Baskets (Fox Chapel Publishing) Traditional Methods, Step-by-Step, with 15 Patterns for Egg, Potato, and Appalachian

A thematic pattern pack of 17 stunning woodspirit designs! Green Men Woodspirits Old Man Winter Oak Tree Spirit Holly Spirit Maple Spirit And more! 
Green men and woodspirits, historical symbols that link the forces of nature and humanity, have always been a popular source of inspiration for woodworkers, carvers, pyrographers, and artists. This stunning pattern package offers 17 line art designs that can be used for your carvings, woodburnings, crafts, and more! 
Each pattern pack comes with patterns printed one-side-only on sheets packaged in a clear acetate sleeve for easy storage. 
Sure to appeal to a wide audience of artisans, hobbyists, and crafters, these detailed line art patterns from Lora S. Irish provide endless inspiration for relief carving, painting, woodburning, and all your favorite crafts. The featured subjects include all kinds of woodspirits, from the friendly to the mischievous, hidden in tree leaves, accompanies by eagles, sporting berries, and more, each ready to apply to a plaque, jewelry box, or other craft. 
Each pattern—digitally enhanced by the author—is provided as an easy-to-reproduce outline, ready to transfer directly to your projects in a variety of media. 
Whether your favorite craft is woodcarving, pyrography, embroidery, coloring, or any other artistic hobby, Woodspirits Line Art Patterns is a great pattern resource for your next project!

Woodspirits Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 17 Original Designs by Lora Irish of Green Men, Nature Faces, Oak Leaf Wood Spirits, Friendly Sprites, and More

Arts & Photography

Graphic Design

Landscapes Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 16 Original Designs by Lora Irish of Lighthouses, Barns, Farms, Churches, Water Wheels, Mountain Cabins, and More

North American Wildlife Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 21 Original Designs by Lora Irish - Bear, Moose, Wolves, Deer, Buffalo, Coyote, and More

Backyard Critters Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 13 Original Animal Designs by Lora Irish - Chipmunk, Dogs, Cats, Raccoons, Deer, and More

Sea Life Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 19 Original Ocean Animal Designs by Lora Irish - Fish, Birds, Dolphins, Seahorses, Whales, Orcas, Sharks, and More

A thematic pattern pack of 21 beautiful floral designs! Day Lily Daffodil Bearded Iris Forget-Me-Not Blue Eyed Grass Chrysanthemum And many more! 
Beautiful flowers have always been a popular source of inspiration for carvers, pyrographers, and artists. This stunning pattern package offers 21 line art designs that can be used for your carvings, woodburnings, crafts, and more! 
Each pattern pack comes with patterns printed one-side-only on sheets packaged in a clear acetate sleeve for easy storage. 
Sure to appeal to a wide audience of artisans, hobbyists, and crafters, these detailed line art patterns from Lora S. Irish provide endless inspiration for relief carving, painting, woodburning, and all your favorite crafts. The featured subjects include realistic roses, day lilies, Dutch and bearded iris, daffodils, forget-me-nots, blue eyed grass, sunflowers, daisies, and many more. 
Each pattern is provided as an easy-to-reproduce outline, ready to transfer directly to your projects in a variety of media. Three larger curving designs are ideal for decorating jewelry boxes. 
Whether your favorite craft is woodcarving, pyrography, embroidery, coloring, or any other artistic hobby, Simple Flowers Line Art Patterns is a great pattern resource for your next project!

Simple Flowers Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 21 Original Designs by Lora Irish of Lilies, Orchids, Roses, Sunflowers, Daisies, Forget Me Nots, and More

Christmas Classics Line Art Patterns for Carving, Pyrography & Crafts (Fox Chapel Publishing) 16 Original Designs by Lora Irish of Wreaths, Santa, Mistletoe, Stockings, The Three Wise Men, and More

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