[woodcarver] carving spruce?

[WdcvrRip at aol.com]

In a message dated 9/13/04 4:17:22 AM, dboivin at bellsouth.net writes:

<< Where I live basswood and butternut is not available without ordering it 
from out of state. >>

While you're waiting for basswood to arrive, check your local quality lumber 
yard (the ones that cater to contractors) for "Sugar Pine" or "Ponderosa 
Pine"...comes in various thicknesses.  It's a 'finish lumber' used for inside trim, 
cabinets, mantels, etc.  lovely wood to carve.   Rip