The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Woodcarving Gouges

Ultimate Guide to Woodcarving Gouges

Of all the tools a woodcarver would need, none can compare to a gouge. Any sculpture consists of grooves in the form of notches and sharp or rounded rising edges between the tracks or channels. A gouge better does the job of producing concave and convex curves. Of course, other types of tools come in … Read more

Is Oak suitable for chainsaw carving?

chainsaw carving oak wood

Choosing the right type of wood can make all the difference in chainsaw carving. A popular hardwood, Oak is often considered a great option due to its strength and durability. However, Oak also presents some challenges for carving, including its hardness and tendency to split and check. This post explores the benefits and challenges of … Read more

Best carving chainsaw for beginners

best chainsaws for carving

Chainsaw carving in the public domain is relatively a new craft compared to other woodcarving techniques. Finding good information on chainsaws for carving is hard because not most guys are talking about it. I have been doing wood carving for a while and recently began researching chainsaw carving. As in any craft understanding, it is … Read more

Chainsaw carving for beginners

chainsaw carving for beginners

Chainsaw carving is a relatively new technique of carving. It is, however, very interesting and makes carving big wooden sculptures a walk in the park. But chainsaws are also inherently dangerous. If you’re looking to start chainsaw carving, this article will inform you about all the 411s of chainsaw carving. Here is all you need … Read more

What knives do I need to carve a spoon?

spoon carving knives and handtools

Spoon carving is a nice and easy way to learn the art of carving. Even for expert carvers spoon carving finds its place as both a therapeutic and rejuvenating process of combining form, function, and material to craft a tool for quiet peaceful meals. If you’re just getting started on spoon carving you may have … Read more

Wood carving tips for beginners

wood carving tips for beginners

Wood carving is easy to get into, but that’s easier said than done. So what are some wood carving tips for beginners? Do you buy the tools first or learn the skill or both? If you have been asking yourself such questions, you are in the right place. In this article, we take a look … Read more

Can you whittle with any knife? Carving knife explained

Can you whittle with any knife

One of the awesome things about whittling is that you don’t have to buy expensive equipment to get started. Unlike in filmmaking, boating, restoring antique cars, and so on, a good knife and a block of wood can see you off to a good start. Can any knife be a good whittling knife? Do you … Read more

Can you carve spoons from dry wood?

can you carve spoons from dry wood?

Carving spoons from dry wood may seem challenging at first, but with the right techniques and tools, it is entirely possible to create beautiful and functional wooden spoons. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the process of carving spoons from dry wood, highlighting the advantages, providing step-by-step instructions, and offering essential tips for success. … Read more

My favorite woods for cooking utensils

woods for cooking utensils

When it comes to kitchen utensils, you want to be sure that you make the best choices with the materials they’re made from, as these tools can be used daily for years. Wood is an excellent choice, as it’s durable, aesthetically pleasing, and provides many benefits that plastic or other materials can’t match. However, there … Read more