American Woodcock Preening Carving Pattern

American Woodcock Preening Carving Pattern

Build confidence while carving wood with the American Woodcock Preening Carving Pattern.  The American Woodcock a short legged plump shorebird that weighs about 4-8 ounces, 9-12 inches long, with a wingspan of 16-18 inches. They have a long straight bill with a large head, short neck, and short tails. The wings are broad and round with brown tones and a light pattern on the shoulders.

American Woodcock Preening Carving Pattern:

• Materials suggested to carve the full size American Woodcock;

•  Body; 4" x 4" x 8" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Head; 2" x 2" x 5" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Wings; 2" x 6" x 8" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Eye's 8-9 mm Brown.

• Materials suggested to carve the 1/2 size 4" long American Woodcock;

• Body; 2" x 2" x 4" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Head; 1" x 1" x 2 1/2" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Wings; 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 4" piece of Basswood or Tupelo.
• Eye's; 4 mm Brown.