[Woodcarver] newby

[Jan Oegema]

>Date: Sat, 5 Aug 2006 21:51:00 -0400

>

>I just joined this list today and am new to woodcarving. I just retired 

>from public school teaching and wood carving is something I've always 

>wanted to try. Now I have the time to indulge and find I love it! I've 

>purchased a few knives and gauges, a few books and some wood and have been 

>teaching myself. So far, I haven't located any classes around here to take 

>(mid-Michigan) but have heard of a couple local groups I'm going to check 

>out soon.

>

>So far I've done a boot, a dog, 2 "shelf elfs," a wood spirit and just 

>finished a wizard from a book by Shawn Cipa. What fun!

>

>Diane

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Welcome to this list Diane
Sounds like you are doing just fine
PS
In case you did'nt know it we love peekstjers lol
                                   Woodbutcher Jan


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