[Woodcarver] Detailing in end grain

[Loren Woodard]

Merryl:

 

If you haven’t, you might try spraying the area you are having trouble
carving with a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water.  It should help
you out.

 

Loren Woodard

 

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From: woodcarver-bounces at six.pairlist.net
[mailto:woodcarver-bounces at six.pairlist.net] On Behalf Of Merryl Bustin
Sent: Saturday, May 06, 2006 3:16 PM
To: [Woodcarver]
Subject: [Woodcarver] Detailing in end grain

 

I know my V tool isn't the best quality, but it is sharp. I'm having 
difficulty detailing hair in the end grain of a small caricature. The 
cuts tear out real easy. Should I "harden" the wood first(basswood) or 
are there other secrets you could share?


Merryl Bustin
Novice carver


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