Just choose your favorite bird from the 17 described here, purchase a basswood egg at your favorite woodcarving supply store, and follow along as Laura shows you to carve these cheery little chirpers. You'll find photography showing you step-by-step how to carve a bluebird, painting instruction, patterns, carving tips and details for 17 different birds. These whimsical birds make the perfect project for experienced carvers who need a break from more involved projects and are confidence builders for beginning carvers. Whatever your skill level, you'll find Laura Putman Dunkle's Whimsical Birds are a joy to carve and even more fun to give.