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Getting started, my favorite birds, indian crafts, animals in wood, facesfiguresand fun. The mule looked interesting so i decided to try it, using basswood. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. If you have any questions or concerns about this book please contact me. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Wood carving camp crafts rustic whittling midcentury americana astrasshadow 5 out of 5 stars.
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