If you are new to whittling or just want some inspiration for your next whittling project, check out my step by step whiting guides. All of the projects below come with pictures, directions, and what materials are needed.
I am constantly updating this page so feel free to come back periodically to see what is new!
Simple Bunny: 20 – 40 Minutes
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This bunny is a very fun and simple whittling project for beginners getting their feet wet. It doesn’t take too much time to make and only requires a good whittling knife, a 2″ x 1″ x 1″ block of basswood, a pencil, and your preferred sharpening tool.
You could make a few of these and have give them out as gifts for friends and family too!
Quick and Fun Cat: 20 – 40 Minutes
This Cat is a very simple and easy to whittle project best suited for beginners and first time whittlers. It doesn’t take too much time to make and only requires a good whittling knife, a 2″ x 1″ x 1″ block of basswood, a pencil, and your preferred sharpening tool.
They make great gifts and you could make a few of them to give to that special cat lover in your life.
Quick and Fun Dog: 20 – 40 Minutes
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This dog is a very simple and easy to whittle project best suited for beginners and first time whittlers. It doesn’t take too much time to make and only requires a good whittling knife, a 2″ x 1″ x 1″ block of basswood, a pencil, and your preferred sharpening tool.
They make great gifts and you could make a few of them to give to that special dog lover in your life.
Spooky Ghost: 20 – 40 Minutes
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This spooky ghost is a great whittling project best suited for beginners and first time whittlers. It doesn’t take too much time to make and only requires a good whittling knife, a 2″ x 1″ x 1″ block of basswood, a pencil, and your preferred sharpening tool.
They make great gifts and are great for decorating for Halloween.