Displays an artistic style of woodworking that focuses on nature, the outdoors, and nostalgic scenes. This book includes designs such as: holiday animals, a classic rose, colourful lovebirds, a lighthouse scene, and a farm scene. It includes a "getting-started" section that provides hints on which types of wood and blades to select.

Learn Intarsia the "Wise" Way... Intarsia is an art form that has endured for centuries because the beauty and pleasure of the craft stems from the unique vision and talents of each artist. There is no "wrong" way to create intarsia-just your way. Now, from celebrated intarsia artist and popular instructor, Kathy Wise, comes a new collection of 21 original patterns that capture the splendor of nature and serve as a starting point for you to create your own artistic masterpiece. Whether you're a beginning intarsia artist or an old pro, you'll find that Intarsia Woodworking Projects has something for you - from fundamentals to get you started to expert tips that will enhance your skills. And, with the patterns and step-by-step projects arranged by skill level, you can start from the beginning and watch your abilities improve or jump right in wherever you're comfortable. Either way, with the helpful tips, expert guidance, and beautiful patterns of Intarsia Woodworking Porjects, you'll discover that the "Wise" way to enjoy intarsia is to simply have fun and let your creativity shine.

Intarsia enthusiasts can get right to work with this array of more than 25 full-size patterns suitable for a wide range of skill levels. The book displays an artistic style of woodworking that focuses on nature, the outdoors, and nostalgic scenes. With full-size patterns bound into a pocket at the back of the book, no photocopy scaling IS necessary. Designs include; holiday animals, a classic rose, colourful lovebirds, a lighthouse scene, and a farm scene. A brief, "getting-started" section provides hints on which types of wood and blades to select as well as how to shape pieces, guiding those new to intarsia or serving as a quick refresher for more seasoned crafters.