Category: Wood Carving Tips

Of all the wood carving disciplines, whittling is the simplest and easiest to get into. It requires the fewest and most simplest tools and can be done just about anywhere, making it great for those...

Now that you have made your vary own wood carving, you are probably wondering how long they last? After all, wood can decompose and rot given enough time and conditions. Wood carvings can last...

When shopping around for wood carving mallets, you will notice that a lot of them are round instead of the traditional square or flat faced mallets. But why exactly are carving mallets round to...

Quite a few people have access to a wide variety of different cutting instruments including exacto knives, box cutters, and razor blade knives. There is no doubt that they are useful tools for...

When choosing the right whittling knife, steel hardness is a key factor in determining if the knife is up to the task. Knife hardness is often measured using the Rockwell C Hardness tests (HRC)....

Cedar is well known for its aromatic scent and excellent rot resistance, making it a great choice for wood carvings that will be in and around water. But if you wish to use Cedar for carving spoons...