"This handbook uses step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions to teach you how to whittle whimsical miniature creatures. With just a sharp knife, a little practice, and the tiniest block of wood, anyone can make a charming carving in less than an hour. You will

· create a simple turnip bear and a carrot mouse to start

· graduate to wood and master a variety of cuts and carving techniques

· learn how to sand, paint, and decorate your tiny carvings

· create a fox, an owl, a horse, a hen, and even a forest or farmyard setting for your miniature menagerie

• and more"