ENGLISH

Chip carving Pennsylvania Dutch designs

Book information

Publisher
Schiffer Pub
Year
1995
ISBN
0887407110, 9780887407116
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
16 MB (16304095 bytes)
Pages
68\68
Library
usenet tech
Time added
2013-03-30 20:00:00

Description

This new book by Pam Gresham explores the wealth of design motifs developed by the German immigrants to Pennsylvania. These Pennsylvania Dutch designs are perfect for the medium of chip carving. Flowing lines combine with geometrical forms to create delightful and challenging patterns for the chip carver. Pam applies a variety the designs to a Wilkom plaque and a beautiful bible box. She leads the reader step-by-step through the process of chip carving each of these creations. In addition there is a gallery where the Pennsylvania Dutch designs are applied to other objects with wonderful results. For chip carvers who are familiar with Pams other books, this is a welcome addition. For those new to chip carving, this new book will inspire and guide you through the process of this delightful craft

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