Watch how to carve this classical shell and acanthus design in basswood.

  • Lesson Contents: 5 episodes; template, tool list, photo, and written instructions available in Episode 1
  • Type of Wood: Basswood
  • Dimensions: 17-3/4"w x 6"h
  • Tool List: 3mm, v-chisel (optional); 6mm v-chisel; #1, 14mm; #3, 6mm; 3, 14mm; #4, 12mm; #5, 5mm; #5, 14mm; #7, 8mm; #7, 12mm; #8, 6mm; #8, 10mm
  • Skill Level: Advanced
  • Casting Available: Having a 3-D reference is tremendously helpful and allows you to get an accurate assessment of the carving's size, shape, and depth.
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