Carving a Sitting Bear in Soapstone

Bears are a symbol of strength in many cultures, and the sitting bear is no exception. Carve your own soapstone sitting bear and see its many characteristics come to life. The patterns provided help you design and shape your sitting bear, and illustrated, step—by—step directions offer carving techniques. Chapters include how to carve the head, ears, legs, and paws, as well as adding polish to your finished piece. Needing only minimal tools, soapstone's soft texture makes this an easy and fu...