{"product_id":"2026-10-17-chip-carved-box","title":"2026-10-17 Chip Carved Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClass Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule: \u003c\/strong\u003eOctober 17-18 (9:00-5:00 pm CT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/charlene-lynum\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003eCharlene Lynum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel of Instruction: \u003c\/strong\u003eBeginner Friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project will be a box made from basswood with black walnut trim. Measuring 5.5 inches square and 3 inches tall, this box is the perfect size to showcase your carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll have the option to choose from six different patterns—ranging from beginner-friendly to more advanced designs—so you can work at your own comfort level. Each pattern will highlight the natural beauty of the box and enhance its eye-catching black walnut accents. The finished piece makes a wonderful keepsake or a thoughtful gift for birthdays, weddings, or any special occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the topics covered:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Carving safety and proper tool handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· How to apply and follow patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Techniques for three-sided chips, lines, and curves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Carving larger chips without chip-outs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· How to fix mistakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Finishing techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere will be a materials fee of $35 paid directly to the instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents must provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChip carving knife (Charlene has some for purchase if needed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-inch T-square or combination square\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew soft toothbrush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite hi-polymer eraser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnife sharpening supplies If you have them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarving glove \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOptional Supplies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer to put supplies\/tools in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheater\/magnifying glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLap Board - approximately 12”x12” and approximately ½-¾” thick (some students have used wooden cutting boards). Charlene recommends holding the project in your hand, but some people find it more comfortable carving on their laps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnrollment Deadline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeptember 25, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWoodcarving classes are supported by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Eric and Joan Norgaard Charitable Trust.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/folk-art-school\/#cancellation-policy\" title=\"Cancellation Policy\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Cancellation Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vesterheim.org\/exhibit\/scholarships-discounts\/\" title=\"Scholarships and Discounts\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn about Scholarships and Discounts.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(44, 187, 191);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/pages\/folk-art-courses\" title=\"Folk Art School Current Courses\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(44, 187, 191); text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReturn to Current Course Offerings.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vesterheim Folk Art School","offers":[{"title":"Non-Member Tuition","offer_id":43840017367114,"sku":"IP.2026.Q4.50","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Member Tuition","offer_id":43840017399882,"sku":"IP.2026.Q4.50MT","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/4712\/0202\/files\/LyumChipCarvedBoxAllBoxes-2.jpg?v=1786380497","url":"https:\/\/store.vesterheim.org\/products\/2026-10-17-chip-carved-box","provider":"Vesterheim Museum Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}