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Decorative Spoon Carving Techniques

Approx cost to buy and ship individual book from USA $97 AUD, that is a saving of $22

You’ve carved the form. Now what?

This book is about what comes next — the details that turn a simple spoon into something personal.

Decorative Spoon Carving Techniques, edited by Emmet Van Driesche and published by Mortise & Tenon, brings together a group of world-class carvers to share how they approach surface, pattern, and finish.

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What’s inside

This isn’t a single approach — it’s a collection of perspectives.

Each chapter is written by a different carver, walking through their process step by step. You get a rare look at how experienced makers think about decoration, not just how they do it.

The book covers a wide range of techniques, including:

  • Kolrosing
  • Chip carving
  • Lettering
  • Figure carving
  • Painting and surface colour
  • Roasting and ebonising
  • Urushi (traditional lacquer work)

It’s a broad mix — from subtle surface treatments to more expressive decoration — all explained clearly with practical guidance. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Why it matters

Most of us start out focused on shape. Clean cuts. Good form.

But decoration opens up a different layer of carving — one where you can start to leave your own mark.

This book shows that there’s no single way to do it. Just a range of approaches, each with its own feel.

Built for learning

It’s well laid out, full of clear photography, and designed to actually be used at the bench.

The step-by-step breakdowns make it approachable, whether you’re just starting to explore decoration or looking to expand what you already do. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Specifications

  • Softcover (Smyth-sewn binding)
  • 128 pages
  • Size: 7" x 9.5"
  • Full colour photography throughout
  • Published by Mortise & Tenon

If you’ve been carving for a while and feel like your work is ready for the next step, this is a solid place to start.

Less about shaping.
More about expression.
Where your style starts to show.