A guide that covers every method and style of gourd carving, with contributions by 92 international gourd artists and more than 625 colour photographs. It examines fretwork, engraving, chip carving, gouge work, relief carving, inlay and sculptural carving. It offers detailed instructions for working with both hand tools and powered rotary carvers.
Jim Widess Books






The latest edition of this time-tested illustrated guide shows you the secrets to turning what may look like junk chairs beyond repair into treasured, eye- catching pieces of woven furniture.
The Scene Study Book
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Straightforward and readable, The Scene Study Book is a practical, step-by-step guide that runs from the analysis of basic story structure – including conflict and story arc – to making choices, including physical and psychological action. It includes chapters on selecting scenes, partnering, and scoring a script, along with a first-rate list of contemporary scenes to use. The Scene Study Book explores the process of scene work, from first read-through to blocking to taking notes and using them effectively. It addresses what to look for in a class, in a teacher, and in a partner. In short, it covers most of the questions and situations an actor in a scene study class might need help with.The only book on the market that covers the scene study process, this is the most useful and most commonly used classroom and studio format for learning acting.
Leading a Church in a Time of Sexual Questioning
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Pastor and author Bruce Miller provides practical biblical advice and theological background for difficult ministry decisions regarding complicated and often divisive issues about sexuality.
Creating Bottles with Gourds and Fiber
- 87 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Presents step-by-step instructions and color photographs for fiber work projects of basket weaves and cords for gourds.
Oral History on Trial
- 212 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This compelling analysis of Aboriginal, legal, and anthropological concepts of fact and evidence argues for the inclusion of Aboriginal oral histories in Canadian courts, and pushes for a reconsideration of the Crown's approach to oral history.
A new one-of-a-kind funny fishing book with little-known fish tales, insane fishing techniques, unusual fish facts, and much more by bestselling authors Bruce Miller and Team Golfwell! Makes a great gift and any fisherman will love it.
The Complete Book of Gourd Craft
22 Projects * 55 Decorative Techniques * 300 Inspirational Designs
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
“This book covers growing, harvesting, and curing as well as crafting and finishing....The projects, are artistic and imaginative and cover all techniques of dealing with gourds.”— Library Journal . “Lots of inspiring gourd crafting techniques and ideas—I highly recommend The Complete Book of Gourd Craft...its 300 color photos... depict many...amazing things you can create...plenty of detailed information.”— Organic Gardening.
