Chapter 1: Observe the Basics.

Chapter 1 of the book "Carved Gifts for All Occasions," by James E. Seitz is presented. It gives a basic knowledge on how to make gifts out of wood including how to sketch a design, the importance of using wood that will cut cleanly and the types of tools that may be useful in making these items. It also discusses important safety practices in addition to an elementary knowledge of woodworking.