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Chip carving, like many crafts, requires the right tools to do it right. The right tools will take your skills to a higher level, whether you are a beginner or a pro chip carver. Therefore, the best chip carving knives are essential for chip carving. However, selecting the necessary chip carving knives, especially with so … Read more
Woodcarving is a craft that requires you to use a specialized number of tools to get the work done. As a carver, we expect you to use sharp tools; therefore, you are responsible for ensuring that you care for all your devices. The aim is to preserve them (tools) from damage and deterioration that come … Read more
Cracks in wood carvings can happen to anyone, no matter how long you’ve been carving. Fortunately, fixing cracked wood carvings isn’t as difficult as you might think—as long as you follow these eight tips. Fixing Cracked Wood Carvings can be time-consuming, but it’s essential to do it right first so your carving doesn’t develop more … Read more
Whether you intend to paint basswood furniture or carve basswood figurines, it is critical to protect the wood with an additional layer of sealant before applying your brush. Because basswood is delicate and porous, its surface can rapidly become worn and damaged if not properly treated. This sealing is especially necessary if you plan to … Read more
Wood splits can be infuriating and demotivating for any woodworker. They can turn a promising project into a source of frustration and disappointment. However, by incorporating some practical tricks and techniques into your woodworking practices, you can minimize the occurrence of wood splits and ensure a smoother and more enjoyable woodworking experience. Here, we present … Read more
Carving and whittling are two very similar processes that both fall under the umbrella of woodworking. The difference between carving vs whittling is subtle, but understanding it will help you choose which type of woodworking project you want to work on next! What is wood carving? Wood carving is a form of woodworking that involves … Read more
The best wood to use when carving with a chainsaw depends on the project you’re trying to create, whether cutting small decorative pieces or more oversized functional items. Several species lend themselves well to chainsaw carving, some much better than others. Hence, it’s essential to understand the characteristics of each kind before you begin cutting … Read more
To anyone interested in carving, videos are really awesome and help us learn new skills quickly. However, videos are not as wholesome as books! Videos do not exhaust a topic, technique, or specific themes well enough as books do. Videos are more visual and depict ideas on the visual planes but books provide not only … Read more
Wood our main carving material is quite unstable. Wood is a breathable medium and will readily lose and absorb moisture from the air. If this happens there’s tension from the internal structure of the wood that causes the wood to split as it dries and shrinks. So how can this be prevented, you ask? In … Read more