Book excerpt: FEATURES Best of Show By Bob Duncan - Award-winning carvings from the nation's top woodcarving shows Andy Anderson's Custom Carved Furniture By Paul Volpp - A unique look a the grandfather of caricature carvings' lesser-known work PROJECTS Handcarving a Baby Spoon By Carl Johnson - Quick and easy project makes a unique gift Whittling Whimsical Bookmarks By Jack Lund - Playful figures make quick and easy gifts Carving a Caricature Pig By Christine Coffman - Charming character makes an ideal beginner project Turning Branches into Spice Shakers By Chris Lubkemann - Rustic salt and pepper holders add personality to your table or picnic basket Make a Moving Magnetic Carving By Larry Wolterstorff - Clever use of magnets is a fun conversation starter Power Carving a Polar Bear By Chuck Solomon and Dave Hamilton - Develop your skills with this easy stylized design Carving an Army Private By Arnold Smith - Attention to detail brings this caricature of an enlisted man to life Sculpting Elegant Horse Head Bookends By Chris Pye - Stylized carvings are modeled after classic T’ang Dynasty horses Carve a Stylized Trout By Tom Dean - Use power tools to create a beautiful carved fish Relief Carve an Old World Saint By Nora Hall - Create the look of flowing fabric with classic techniques TECHNIQUES Sanding Techniques By Mike Burton - Decrease sanding time with shop-tested tips Creating Seashell Decorations By Robert L. Buyer - Easy techniques unveil the beauty of nature Building a Carving Arm By LaVerne “Sid” Sidler - Shopmade holding device promotes safe carving techniques Sharpening Chisels By Mac Proffitt - Create and maintain a sharp edge on chisels and skew chisels DEPARTMENTS Editor's Letter From Our Mailbag News and Notes Tips and Techniques Reader Gallery Relief Column Calendar of Events Coming Features Ad Directory Woodchips You can purchase a digital edition of this issue.