Whittling Twigs and Branches [Paperback]

Chris Lubkemann (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2002

Wood artist Chris Lubkemann has invented and mastered a unique whittling technique that produces perfect curls of wood that can be used to great effect in the carving of birds-roosters, herons, pheasants-evergreen trees, and flowers. Photos and drawings accompany step-by-step instructions for producing amazingly convincing versions of feathers, needles, and flower petals. Both beginning and advanced whittlers will benefit from this new technique.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The author...has an artistic eye and a solid technique...illustrations show...small details and painting." -- Woodcraft Magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Chris Lubkemann is the author of Whittling the Old Sea Captain, Whittling and Woodcarving, and Whittling. He demonstrates his art at Lancaster County's Amish House and Farm Museum. He lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Product Details

• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing (April 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156523149X
• ISBN-13: 978-1565231498
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,527,667 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must-Have" whittler's book., November 30, 2005

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Brad W. Byers (Rosedale, IN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whittling Twigs & Branches: Unique Birds, Flowers, Trees & More from Easy-To-Find Wood (Paperback)

I recently purchased this book after seeing Chris Lubkemann demonstrate his rooster carving techniques on the FYI channel. With the help of this book and a little previous wood working experience, I was able to whittle three roosters and a hen from branches collected in my own yard. This book is a tidy, complete, well-illustrated user's guide to whittling twigs and branches. He provides clear step-by-step instructions, and openly shares his opinions and experiences with various types of wood, knives, finishes, etc. As with all really good reference works, I find myself going back and forth between whittling and re-reading the book. I learn something new with each closer look at these pages. Lubkemann's rocking chair philosophy explores what an average person can accomplish with a twenty-dollar pocket knife and a few branches that are absolutely free. I applaud not only his uncluttered approach to this noble craft, but his genuine desire to pass it along to anyone who is interested. An aside: this book is an excellent gift idea for anyone interested in folk art, woodcraft, or chickens.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you love to whittle, this book is full of ideas to expand that love, January 25, 2008

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Charles E. Harrell (Woodruff, SC USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whittling Twigs & Branches: Unique Birds, Flowers, Trees & More from Easy-To-Find Wood (Paperback)

Folks, whittling ain't carving and this book should not be confused with that art form. Whittling is a way to keep your mind and hands busy without watching the [...] tube. The author does a good job of passing on his skills to other whittlers. Twig whittling is an inexpensive way of creating a little give-away art for the people you come into contact with during lifes journey. Materials cost little or nothing; what else could you ask? Very detailed instructions, illustrations are informative and authors advice is invaluable. If you enjoy giving your pocket knife a workout while spending quality time inside your own mind, this book is worth the price.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Whittling Twigs & Branches, February 16, 2007

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N. Pemberton (West Vancouver, BC, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whittling Twigs & Branches: Unique Birds, Flowers, Trees & More from Easy-To-Find Wood (Paperback)

For anyone who likes to go for nature walks and collect twigs and branches and do some whittling with them, then this is the book to get.
Easy to follow and read, very good.