tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post4986754633266332258..comments2024-03-29T08:13:33.516-05:00Comments on Far Side of Fifty: CarversFar Side of Fiftyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07995757632158408442noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-77777056468412895702011-02-28T11:12:14.647-06:002011-02-28T11:12:14.647-06:00I've been to carving shows before and the work...I've been to carving shows before and the work that some carvers produce is unbelievable. I thought it would be a neat hobby to have, but I'd probably end up stabbing myself. You are amazing with all your multi-talents and hobbies.Raehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04858158707328118375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-13103056286699523042011-02-28T08:48:41.367-06:002011-02-28T08:48:41.367-06:00The knife sharpening guys used to stop by Dirt'...The knife sharpening guys used to stop by Dirt's work (they had a portable set up) because Dirt always had so many blades that it was worth it for them to set up for a day. But then he got his own set up and now he always has sharp blades (sheep shearing) so maybe Far Guy could sharpen blades for the local sheep shearer.Lannyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16018584509455303394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-24768680365427096862011-02-28T07:52:05.441-06:002011-02-28T07:52:05.441-06:00It's great to have friends in high places...an...It's great to have friends in high places...and sharp knives!!! Heehehehe!!!<br /><br />That little reindeer is just adorable! I can't wait to see what you do with it!<br /><br />BTW: Hubs used to deliver in your neck of the woods when we have the truckin' company several years ago.<br /><br />God bless ya sweetie and have a glorious day!!!Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10175389676508928061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-69243783782539165302011-02-28T07:36:15.298-06:002011-02-28T07:36:15.298-06:00This was a very interesting post and look forward ...This was a very interesting post and look forward to more of "as the carving goes".Changes in the windhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06942797186537814864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-26376067260596123572011-02-28T07:09:09.386-06:002011-02-28T07:09:09.386-06:00Connie, there are many carvers here on the VA east...Connie, there are many carvers here on the VA eastern shore and an active decoy carvers organization as well. It's not a hobby I would do well with because it involves sharp objects, but looks very interesting and the results are beautiful.Beatrice P. Boydhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08281239556392874979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-45995443411534759012011-02-28T07:01:11.628-06:002011-02-28T07:01:11.628-06:00I dunno. In my case, being the klutz that I am, I ...I dunno. In my case, being the klutz that I am, I probably end up being called "old nine fingers." Think I'll stick with sky-diving. Good luck though. :)troutbirderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14087811292280881959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-55995107441422619642011-02-28T04:58:53.068-06:002011-02-28T04:58:53.068-06:00Another hobby does sound like maybe a bit of overk...Another hobby does sound like maybe a bit of overkill, but heck, if anybody can manage, it's you, Connie!DJanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07152183871573797791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-18436357156000514992011-02-27T23:12:02.597-06:002011-02-27T23:12:02.597-06:00I've always wanted to get into carving after c...I've always wanted to get into carving after carving a stick knife with a scalpel, but already have so many other hobbies that can get quite pricey. xD That is so awesome, you post more of your statues. :)Dogerthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08030129261305085598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-25291288079533164062011-02-27T18:36:26.645-06:002011-02-27T18:36:26.645-06:00My hubby does chip carving and scrolling he loves ...My hubby does chip carving and scrolling he loves it , he does all kinds of lovely things. This spring he is getting a new wood shop built so he can do all of his wood workings from his carving to making furniture ! I cant wait to see your work all done ! Have a great day !Country Gal https://www.blogger.com/profile/08693944554850315123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-18568948293589389012011-02-27T17:29:47.181-06:002011-02-27T17:29:47.181-06:00I like that team effort thing but I'm the knif...I like that team effort thing but I'm the knife sharpener in this household and probably the main user too:(Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07183448760614051130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-76605764431935579292011-02-27T16:08:24.723-06:002011-02-27T16:08:24.723-06:00Congratulations on the new sharpening equipment. H...Congratulations on the new sharpening equipment. Have fun using it and your new knife!<br />:-)LindaGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12203719919661519350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5456722259350114571.post-72277925767480351982011-02-27T13:54:53.935-06:002011-02-27T13:54:53.935-06:00How interesting and how wonderful you will be able...How interesting and how wonderful you will be able to sharpen knives when needed rather than wait until you go somewhere. You two are amazing. The more you do, the more things you find to go along with it all. I am very impressed with your carving skills. It's not something I would care to do though but I love seeing your creations.Lyndahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12404589772713955710noreply@blogger.com