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I remember a few people were curious as to how they were made, so I made a step by step walk through.
So.. Start with a photo ( my Mum's cat Barney )
3 hours in - Do a simple line drawing on the wood ( more reclaimed mahogany ) Then cut out those lines.
5 hours - Then run the router over to get an even cut depth established. I like the router, as with some care it can be used freehand. This is the the only extensive power tool use involved.
7 hours - Then a slightly curved chisel is used to slowly work back.
9 hours - From there, it's just a case of re-drawing the shape & re-cutting over & over.
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46 hours
48 hours - The finished carving has 2 - 3 coats of Danish oil applied. A couple of days between coats & a light sanding between each one.
Finished with some paste wax & polished.
Total time 50 hours, but done over about 3 weeks.