18th Century Redneck

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Very interesting , you are a man of many talents. Thanks for posting
wayne

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Great job Merle !...As others have said " she will love it and treasure it forever" .
I also agree something carved and given as a gift brings more satisfaction than anything that a fellow can carve and sell.........sure we can all use a few $$$ , but money ain't everything...:roll...

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I couldn't agree more........ if something were to happen to my bandsaw, I'd have another one ordered before the sun set that day....
wayne...

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I wish Minnesota wasn't so far from Nova Scotia,.... I'd give you an outlet...lol. it's my understanding that the best basswood comes from Wisconsin, but I presently carve wood that comes from Ontario/ Quebec and find it quite acceptable so I can't see why your basswood wouldn't be satisfactory....

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Mike; I can see why your dad would like it, you've packed a lot of detail into that carving, especially the burning of the feathers. As for the eyes, why waste your money buying them when you can carve them as good as you have done.
Wayne...

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That will be an heirloom for sure....well done
wayne

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I think it's a good idea to ask if it would be all right to try your hand at doing someone else's idea. I'd be willing to bet 99.9% of the active carvers on here would not only give you permission, but most would be honored that someone liked their carving enough to want to do one like it. I've been...

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Jim , that's not a rant, that's just telling it like it is. It appears that you are much more of a gentleman than I would have been under those circumstances .
It sounds as though you are reluctant to name them on here, but it just might save some other unsuspecting carver a similar situation...

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Tom;... we're not really sure if he's hunting what's under the stump, or what's under the stump is hunting him........... lol
I'm sure you noticed that i'm really enjoying that Chris Hammacks pattern .
wayne...

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Nice carvings Kerry,... and welcome to the forum, I wish my first attempts looked as good as yours. You'll find this to be a great group of carvers and more than willing to help a newcomer , all you have to do is ask and somebody will offer advice .
Wayne...

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Hi Di; Sorry to hear about your ribs, ankle and wrist. Looks like you've taken on quite a challenge, but I'm sure you will do a great job and enjoy doing it as well.
Keep us posted as you proceed
Wayne

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A while back I was approached by a lady and asked if I would carve a bear hunter wearing period costume for her husbands birthday. Usually I flat out turn down any commissions, but this time I decided to give it a try since I know the fellow and shoot with him at the same blackpowder club every Labour...

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That's a very good likeness of a puffin Dave. We travel to Newfoundland every couple of years and see literally 1,000's of them every trip.
Wayne...

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Jeremiah was a bullfrog
Was a good friend of mine
I never understood a single word he said
But I helped him a-drink his wine
And he always had some mighty fine wine
Singin'..................


Sorry Terry, but that's the first thing that came to mind when...

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Great scene Uncle Harley , I like any carving that's hunting/fishing related and this one is no exception.
thanks for posting
Wayne...

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Good job Herb!..... it's going to take a pretty good carving to beat that one.
you mentioned Goodie , I remember when he was very active on this forum (about the time you and I joined) is he still carving and a member of this forum? I haven't seen any posts by him since the " big hack"....

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I can see where that would have been a real challenge, but you've done a great job on it, both carving and painting
wayne

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I gotta agree with Joe on that one, I'd be amazed if it didn't sell before the paint dried...
Just love the way you are able to get that expression on Old Santa's face.
Wayne...

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You may not be too pleased Merle, but i'm willing to bet your barber will be more than pleased . Fine job in my opinion
Wayne...

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Eddy, that's a great idea! I'm sure your doctor will really appreciate that gift. I'm with Joyce 2011 on this one , I will be saving you idea/ pattern and doing a couple of these in the future.
Just a thought; .. why don't you contact WCI Magazine and see if they will publish this in an up coming...