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Metro Carving Weekend
c/o Cecil Harbaugh
6011 160th Lan NW
Ramsey, MN 55303
Metro Carving Weekend
October 5 & 6, 2019
Sponsored by the
Metro Chapter of the
Minnesota Wood Carvers Association
At
The Coon Rapids VFW #9625
1919 Coon Rapids Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Metro Woodcarving Weekend Class Description – 2019
New This Year – You need to be a member to attend this class for insurance reasons. Membership dues
are $7.50. The membership form at: http://www.scottcarvings.com/metro-woodcarvers-weekend-2019 or
contact Lee Olson at: 612-750-4041. www.minnesotawoodcarvers.com
A. Three Kolrosing Maura Corey Cloquet, MN
1) A series of simple line designs on practice boards. 2) A project bit more
complex design on a decorative piece of basswood, insertion of a clock
mechanism 3) A project will be the completion of a design on a basswood plate
or a piece of basswood with bark trim. Supply cost on day of class: $15.00 -
$25.00. Materials needed to purchase prior to attending workshop: Kolrosing
Knife: $27.00 at pinewoodforge.com. Additional materials students may want
to bring from home: tracing paper, graphite transfer paper, scotch tape, eraser,
pencil, stylus, clipboard, acrylic paints, paintbrush and sandpaper. Contact:
Maura Corey at [email protected].
B. Laid-Back Frog Al Gerads Rice, MN
Al will instruct the carving of a fun whimsical laid-back frog. The basswood
blank is 2” X 4” X 9” long. You'll get a blank, eyes and quality instruction for
$25.00. Bring your sharp tools, carving club, and enjoy the weekend with
fellow carvers. Contact Al Gerads at: [email protected]
C. Wooden Spoons Karen Henderson St. Francis, MN
Beautiful, durable and usable carved spoons from local hardwoods, Buckthorn, Maple, Pin
Cherry Lilac, etc. With a knife and a gouge, you can create your own spoon. The wood is
carved green (wet). Skill level: All. Blanks $5 - $10.
D. Wolf Bust Lee Eisenschenk St Joseph, MN
Carve a wolf bust 5” tall out of basswood from a bandsaw blank. You will
carve to scale then put in the hair detail, you will need a sharp knife, chisels and cut glove. If you
need to bring a light for your area. Cost $30 skill intermediate to advanced.
Contact Lee Eisenschenk: 1-320-363-7976
E. Relief Creche in Heart Wes Spadgenske Andover, MN
The project being led by Wes this year will be a pierced relief of the
"Nativity", encircled by a heart. The faces and hands can be as detailed as
you desire but look very nice in the "Willow Tree" style, with minimal detail.
This will be supported by an open book (Bible) for a base. Tools needed are,
a bench knife, and some palm tools, including a "V" tool, all sharpened.
Blank cost will be $25.00. Anyone who has taken a beginner class or has
some experience is welcome. Contact Wes Spadgenske at:
F. Minnesota Lumber Jack Lee Olson Crystal, MN
This lumberjack is heading back to camp with his head held low and a trudging in his steps after
a long day in the woods. Lee will show you how he has got the reputation for carving great
expression on his characters. This project will start with a basswood blank about 8” tall. Lee will
have some tools for you to borrow. Contact Lee Olson at: [email protected]
G. Butterflies Mary Kimball Coon Rapids, MN
Butterflies – learn to carve and paint these beautiful butterflies. This class will help you
develop your painting skills with your carving. Make these little darlings into pins,
refrigerator magnet or attached to a plant stick. Supplies included. Make as many. Skill
level: Any. Cost for supplies: $25.00. Contact Mary at: [email protected]
H. Human Caricature Russell Scott St. Paul, MN
Many human caricature rough outs to choose from. Figures range from Santas to cowboys to female
figures. Check out his website to see all the variations available at: scottcarvings.com. Skill level:
beginner to advanced. Cost for materials $18.00 - $25.00. Contact Russell Scott at:
I. English Professor Don Fischer Cottonwood, MN
Carved from a basswood rough out about 6” X 8” tall. This is a caricature design from a real
professor (my cousin) who is an English Professor at Northwestern College. You can use your
favorite tools. A safety gloves recommended. Cost $30.00 all levels. Contact Don Fischer at:
J. Wood Spirit in Bark Chris Whillock Faribault, MN
Learn to create your own spirit carved in bark with eyes, nose, mouth, features and expressions. Skill
level: All. Cost $20.00. Contact Chris Whillock at: [email protected]
K. Santa Bear Dick Zawacki Northfield, MN
A folk-art style Santa bear is this class’ project. We will focus on anatomical, body
posture, add proportions to add realism to the bear. Tool cuts will be used to simulate
hair, so no wood-burning is needed. A Christmas item (tree, present, etc.) and be placed in the
bears paws. Tools needed: sharp knife and palm gouges. Cost $20 [email protected]
L. Two Common Loons Perry Johs Blaine, MN
This year's carving project will be two common loons. We will do one with
butternut and one with pine. Notice that the pine one still needs painted details (I
will have it completed at the workshop weekend). You will finish the butternut
loon with a clear polyurethane. This is not a difficult project and is intended for
carvers with beginner or intermediate carving skills. The baby loon is sitting on
top of a cavity filled with "Potpourri" and we will be the best smelling carving group this
weekend. Size of loon is 7 1/2 x 12. The cost is $35 and will include 2 loons, 2 babies, 4 eyes, 4
wings and a packet of Abranet. Tools needed: knife, gouges, V tools and - a bench hook. Contact
Perry Johs at: [email protected]
M. Wood Spirit Face Bob Lawrence Fargo, ND
Wood Spirit Face out of basswood. Learn facial features and structure of the face and layout 12”
X 4”. Finishing supplies furnished. Carving should be completed. Cost $20.00 all levels. Contact
Bob Lawrence: [email protected]
General Notes of Importance and Interest
Check in - Saturday, October 5th at 8:00 am. Brief meeting at 8:30 am.
Classes - Start at 9:00 am, end at noon for lunch, resume at 1:00 pm and continues until 5:00 pm Saturday and 4:00 pm
Sunday. No class changes may be made without approval of the seminar coordinator. All classes are in the same room.
Therefore, there will be no classes that have wood burning or use power tools, because of allergies.
Class assignments - First Come, First Served basis. Earliest postmark on registration ensures getting your choice of class.
If all your choices of classes are filled, your check will be returned and you will be notified for cancellation. Classes are
limited to 8 students per class.
Notification of class assignments will be sent out in mid-October.
Cancellation - After September 15, 2018 there will be a $20.00 charge for anyone dropping out of the seminar. After
September 15, 2018, there will be no refund. If you must cancel, please notify Cecil Harbaugh at 763-421-9207 or
Courtesy - Be considerate of your instructor's time so he/she can spend equal time with each student. Horseplay and
unsafe behavior will not be tolerated. Your experience and knowledge may be interesting to the class, but during class
time please show respect to your instructor and classmates and let your instructor lead the class.
Lunches - Will be provided and are included in the seminar fee.
Lighting – If you want better lighting, bring a lamp along.
Smoking and Alcohol - Smoking is prohibited in the VFW. Alcohol is available in the Lounge. We ask that you refrain
from indulging until the carving day is over at 5:00 pm.
Motels –
• Super 8, Hwy 65/9410 Baltimore St NE, Blaine (1 mile No of Hwy 10) 763-786-8888
• Comfort Inn, 9052 University Ave NW, Coon Rapids, 763-785-4746
• Fairfield Inn, 8965 Springbrook Dr, Coon Rapids, 763-785-8922
• Holiday Inn Express, 9333 Springbrook Dr, Coon Rapids, 763-792-9292
Mailing List – To stay on the mailing list for next year if you are unable to attend this year's seminar please fill out the
top part of the registration form, make a note on top and return the registration form.
Contact Information - Cecil Harbaugh, 6011 160th Lane NW, Ramsey, MN 55303 at 763-421-9207 or email
More information at: http://www.scottcarvings.com/metro-woodcarvers-weekend-2019
REGISTRATION Copies of this form and the seminar brochure may be made to share with other interested persons
First Participant Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Second Participant Name: ____________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________State: ______________________Zip Code: ___________________
Phone: ______________________________ Email: _______________________________________________
**If address is different from first participant's, please write info on the back of this form.
Class desired, in order of preference:
First Participant: Second Participant:
1st __________ 2nd __________ 3rd __________ 1st _________ 2nd __________ 3rd __________
To help select your classes, please refer to the class descriptions.
A. Kolrosing
B. Laid-Back Frog
C. Wooden Spoons
D. Wolf Bust
E. Relief Cheche in Heart
F. Minnesota Lumber Jack
G. Butterflies with Mary
H. Human Caricature
I. English Professor
J. Wood Spirit in Bark
K. Santa Bear
L. Two Common Loons
M. Wood Spirit Face
The cost of the seminar is $90.00. Note: Blank and supply costs are not included in seminar fee and are to be paid directly
to the instructor on the first day of class.
Make seminar checks payable to: MWCA Metro Seminar Amount enclosed (no partial payments) $ ________________
The undersigned hereby releases and forever discharges the Coon Rapids VFW #9625, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd
NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433, (** NEW ADDRESS **) the Metro Chapter of the Minnesota Wood Carvers
Association and its instructors individually from any and all liability, causes of action, claims and demands upon or by
reason of damage, loss or injury sustained by the undersigned at the Metro Carving Weekend Seminar held October 5 &
6, 2019. This registration is not transferable and has no cash value.
Signed First Participant ___________________________________________________
Signed Second Participant _________________________________________________
Return this form to:
MWCA Metro Seminar
c/o Cecil Harbaugh
6011 160th Lane N W
Ramsey, MN 55303
Office Use Only:
Date Received: ___________________
Check # _________________________
Amount: $ _______________________
More information at: http://www.scottcarvings.com/metro-woodcarvers-weekend-2019
Past Classes and Other Projects for the Metro Wood Carving Weekend
