Time for a Santa
You know, I’ve never carved a Santa. I always think about carving one just before Christmas and by the time I get around to things, Christmas is over and I’m on to something new.
This year is different…maybe. At least I’ve started on a Santa.
So, here’s how I’m coming along with it. Started with just a quick sketch directly on the basswood and then went from there. I threw it out twice before finishing it! I’ll do a bit more wood burning to clean up a couple of spots and then on to painting.
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Merry Christmas !
Merry Christmas to you! This Santa carving has the season rolling up a little faster than normal here at home.
Great job Mark! Surprised you haven’t done a Santa before.
I know! Well, maybe this is the start of something. I’ll know for sure once I’ve finished painting it. If it looks good…there may be more to come.
He already looks jolly. Nice work as always Mark.
Thanks Wendy. I wasn’t sure at first. When I was roughing him in, I kept calling him “scary Santa.” He’s turning out a little jollier, though.
Looks like he could be up to mischief on Christmas Eve!!
There’s a good chance of that, Chris. I’ll make sure that when he’s painted that he has a twinkle in his eye.
That there is one handsome Santa. He’s gorgeous. 😀
Thanks! Your comment makes me want to carve more of them!