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Fig. 12. Using the V tool to outline the pattern.

stem, and Lhe crisscross cuts of Lhe acorn. Use a No. 11-4mm gouge for the veiner cuts in the leaves. To create a sweeping flow, start the cut deep and Lhen let the tool gradually come out of the wood so that the cut gels shallower as it flows Lo the stem. Curve the cuts; avoid straight lines. The crisscross cuts in the acorn top are V tool cuts {see Fig. 18).

Finish the carvings as you would any wood project, with stain, if desired, and varnish. Sealing the wood before staining it prevents the end grain

Fig. 10. Proper tool position for making a gouge pattern.

Fig. 14. Outline the leaves with a series of plunge cuts using gouges which conform to each shape.

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No. 7 gouge

No. 3 gouge

No. 11 gouge No. 7 gouge

Fig. 11. Using a veiner or V tool.

Fig. 13. Lower the background by about 3/8".

Fig. 15. Make a V cut through the center vein of each leaf.

from darkening which would impart a blotchy appearance to the finished piece, i

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