Paul and Camille Bolinger present a how-to guide for creating whimsical wooden Christmas figures that sit on shelf edges to decorate all holiday homes. Inspirational as well as educational, Edge of Christmas contains the patterns for nine new woodcarvings, including a Teddy Bear, a Moose, Snowmen, and, of course, some Santas. The great design ideas and decorating touches shown by Paul and Camille are sure to help you perfect your carving skills and expand your ability to a new level. Through easy-to-follow instructions and helpful practice exercises, the "cut out and glue up" techniques detailed instruct novices and old hands alike on how to produce eye-catching figures faster and with more confidence. The design ideas and patterns include ideas on the different beard, mustache, nose, and eye styles, while also encouraging and allowing room for carvers to develop unique and imaginative designs of their own. With the showcase of figures featured in the picture gallery, this book is certain to bring inspiration and innovation to any carving technique, spurring carvers into a carving frenzy.

This "how to" book in woodcarving guides us through a hands on, educational journey of snowmen designs and cuttings, including "Igloo Snowman," and "Snowbank Snowman," both rich in color and full of life. Filled with numerous ideas and designs, it presents a fun and easy way to learn decorative woodcarving while perfecting your creative skills. The easy-to-follow instructions define the shape, style of arm you wish to use, traditional or elaborate face, and so on. The "saw out and glue up" technique is explained and displayed in step-by-step carving instructions. The painting techniques are fun and easy to follow and allow for imaginative designs. The finishing touches add details that you, too, will be able to make.