EMILIE RIGBY is a green wood carver, woodworking instructor, and pyrographer. She has a degree in Environmental Science, which has served as inspiration and foundational knowledge for her work.
"""Whittling for Beginners offers a thorough and inspirational invitation to the world of carving and whittling. Emilie's outstanding photos, descriptions, and step-by-step instructions are perfect for first timers, while seasoned veterans will also enjoy diving into these classic projects."" --Ryan Johnson, Woodworking Instructor ""Emilie Rigby is a wood carving mastermind who has yet again, created a beautiful work of art by writing this book. With a wide variety of projects, patterns, and resources, this book is a must-have for any beginner or carver wishing to deepen their skills in whittling."" --Tim Swanson, Wilderness Survival and Bushcraft Expert, Founder of Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival ""When it comes to whittling...we're all beginners. Whittling for Beginners is a must addition to your professional library if you work with children of all ages! The ""Hands-on and Minds-on"" projects are perfect for summer camps and outdoor education programs."" --Larry Chambers, M. Ed. Outdoor Education Program Director"