Schiffer Publishing

Germany has long been thought of as the Mecca of wood-carving. The wood-carving tradition goes back hundreds of years, and the carving schools continue to produce wonderful craftspeople.For those who...

This original study of Plains Indian cultures of the 19th century is presented through the use of period writings, paintings and early photography that relate how life was carried out. The author...

Hopi Kachina Dolls and Their Carvers Kachina dolls are carved from cottonwood by Hopi artists in Arizona to represent the many spirits of their religion. Old examples are preserved at the Heard...

Native art on the Northwest Coast is very much alive and increasing in both artistry and volume. Over 400 color photographs of old and recent artwork have been selected with the collector in mind...

pp 264. In over 600 color photos, this book presents historical images and introduces newly discovered artists of tramp art, complete with their known biographies. Made from society's discards,...

This book presents vintage, often whimsical, and one-of-a-kind wooden figurine carvings by ANRI, the world-renowned company founded in 1912 in the Dolomite Mountains of northern Italy. Among the more...

pp 176  This guide is a dazzling showcase of this uniquely American art form. The pages are filled with tips, techniques, and insights that both educate and demonstrate the steps to...

With over 500 color photographs, this thorough text introduces the reader to the wide variety of decoys currently available, decoys made earlier in the century by "old time" artists as well as...

Follow along with master carver Jeffrey Moore to create a dramatic and lifelike representation of the striking blue wing teal drake. Jeff starts with a preshaped, duplicated wooden bird to simplify...

Tanned Leather Hand-Made Bags: Ultimate Techniques Tanned Leather Hand-Made Bags: Ultimate Techniques shows how to make forty bags and miscellaneous goods with very simple, clear-cut...

Gourd Lights: How to Make 9 Beautiful Lamp and Lantern Projects Gourd Lights: How to Make 9 Beautiful Lamp and Lantern Project was written for anyone wanting to build beautiful, one-of-a-kind...

Quilted Leather:  Adding Texture, Dimension and Style to Leather Crafting Quilted Leather:  Adding Texture, Dimension and Style to Leather Crafting with Cathy Wiggins award-winning...

Carving Santa and Mrs. Claus Carving Santa and Mrs. Claus is a wonderful project for you and your family. Ken Blomquist guides the reader through carving these cheerful  wooden figurines...

Snowmen Are Cool: Woodcarving Winter Creations  Paul & Camille Bollinger will inspire you to create  your very own cute little creation. This “how to” book in...

Carving Teddy Bears   Carving Teddy Bears have wonderful effects on people. Author Kelly Stadelman  has a great eye for character and her elegant simplicity of carving as she...

Carving Nature's Rascals Carving Nature's Rascals has over 230 color photographs, paint color charts, and precise patterns. Author Leah Wachter provides woodcarvers with illustrated directions...