Carve Symbolic Romantic Spoons, Use a timeless tradition to express your love! A popular practice that started in the 17th century among single men to court, wed, and gift to their beloveds, romantic spoon carving is a meaningful gesture that not only shows the carver's abilities, but also symbolizes a commitment to complete a difficult task. Great Book of Spoon Carving Patterns is the perfect guide that honors this enduring and romantic craft while showing you how to carve wooden lovespoons of your own! First learn what each motif and symbol represents, then either carve one of the more than 60 patterns provided or mix and match features to make your own custom designs! Also included are insightful sections on the history of romantic spoons, tools, materials, wood types, basic cuts, finishing, and safety, as well as a step-by-step guide to carving a basic spoon for beginners. A comprehensive guide to carving romantic wooden spoons to express meaningful messages, Features more than 60 full-size patterns from five regions to carve as shown, or mix and match to make your own original designs, Details the history and symbolism of spoon carving, as well as tools, materials, basic cuts, finishing, and more, Beginners can follow a step-by-step guide to carving their first lovespoon before approaching more complex designs Book jacket.