Nativity Scene
I always try to start with a cutout because it saves the wear and tear on my knifes when removing "empty" wood. I've completed the carving, but haven't sanded as of yet.
I dipped in boiled linseed oil and applied 3 coats of matte spray to seal it. The linseed oil really brings out the woodgrain.
Please feel free to send me an email if you have questions or comments:
john@camperjohn.com
I carved a second set,
but I painted this one.
A total different look.