Of all my hobbies, woodcarving is, by FAR, the cheapest. Unless you count daydreaming. A very nice/ well regarded knife is like 40$. Once you know you like it, and start buying your wood in bulk it's well under 1$ a carving. The only other thing you need is a strop and some compound. (If you keep on top of it, and don't seriously goof, you won't need a wet stone to keep your knife in tip top shape.) That being said, you really MUST master the listed cuts if you hope to not injure yourself. I have been carving for 4 years, and have had nothing bigger than the occasional nick, not even band aid worthy. I only achieved this by using knives virtually every day my entire life and following real knife safety procedures (not the idiotic knife circle from the Boy Scouts, but actual techniques like those in this video.) PS. though largely unrelated I like to plug this idea whenever talking knives: a slip joint knife is NOT more safe than locking or fixed blades. The logic that decided this was rudimentary at best and it was propagated by teaching it to children who hadn't learned to question information given to them by adults to see if it's actually valid.
Additionally I would recommend that if you are to use gloves, use specifically cut resistant gloves, otherwise you can easily fall into a false sense of security leading to potential injury. I know nothing about whittling, but as a blade enthusiast with a freehand sharpening obsession I am very experienced when it comes to slicing myself open.
@@katyh9073 he did and this person is saying to make sure to use cut-resistance gloves instead of any gloves because you can still cut through other gloves but you'll lull yourself into a false sense of security which is dangerous
Personally I rather cut my hand and learn a lesson in control every scar on my hands is from a mistake when I learned I just wait for the bleeding to stop and go back to it sure it's not a method for everyone nor will I try to dis sway anyone from using gloves but a cut isn't a failure it's a learning experience on how much force your using and a way I learn to control speed better hell I've even stabbed one of my hands by mistake with a knife from use it's just happens so don't take it to heart when you cut yourself think about how and why the cut happened sure you can take measures to prevent it with specialized gloves but its up to you as an individual to learn the style your comfortable with while taking everything as a learning experience
It's worth noting that for paring cuts: don't flinch! It can be a bit scary at first, but flinching or being shaky about it leads to too much force and too little control. Relax- be careful and it'll be fine. ;)
You do most of these cuts making tent pegs, pot holders ect outdoors but for some reason I've always thought there would be something more to carving cut's. Great to see them done, thanks!!!
Hey, I'm a latecomer to your channel, I love your videos, I learn something new every time - even techniques I learned previously, I go to you to reevaluate older lessons. Particularly the lesson on the V-cut - Amazing. So thank you for these videos. I have come to love whittling and carving later in my life and am happier for finding this hobby and sharing my pieces with friends and family.
😮whoa, a new door has just opened for me This is prolly one of the best videos to watch if ur prepping for survival lol ur basic cuts are so genius I'm gonna try this n come out like Daniel'le Boone 😅
I'm excited as I just ordered a good beginner kit online, I wanna get a basic understanding before I actually get to start the new hobby! Always have loved woodworking of any time, wood carving will he an awesome way to do it from home
I started watching the video first before getting a kit 👀 but I'm intending carve educational toys for my girls while I'm at home. If you can recommend to me where to start, I hope you see my comment, would be greatly appreciated 👏
Thank you for putting this in such a thorough and kind/interesting way, I feel way more excited about delving into this hobby now. You're a superb presenter! :D
Can you do a video on maintenance, storage, and repair? I noticed after not using my Flexcut KN14 for a bit that it developed some surface rust. Admittedly, my storage method is leaving it in its retail package, in a weather proof ammo box, with its strop and some extra wood.
Oddly enough I filmed a quick video on removing some of this rust on one of my knives, but yes I can add to the video to show some storage and maintenance suggestions.
Currently trying to perfect a pikachu, but am having some troubles making it beginner friendly and out of just one block of wood. Ill get there eventually :)
I have a knife very similar to the one in this video that belonged to my grandfather. I found it in a box of his old tools. I had no idea it was a carving knife. I thought it was a normal knife that was snapped in half. Good thing I decided to keep it instead of throwing it away.
Here in South Africa because of the Rand/Dollar exchange rate (20:1) these things are so expensive. A week ago I bought a Shogun pullthrough knife sharpener and it had 4 knives with it. They worked out at R25 each! And I thought 'Well, it was the sharpener I wanted and so if the knives are cheap shit I can give them away.' They look a little fragile and the handles are a little small. The blades aren't very big either. SHEESH! Those knives are SHARP! And they are EXCELLENT for fiddling with bits of wood. Unbelievably good raw meat cutters. And if they look like they're losing their edge I just drag them through the pullthrough a time or two.
I have never whittled, nor watched a video even remotely related to whittling, why the hell is this in my recommended!? I’m not complaining tho, I just found a new hobby.
Started a few days ago and I’m picking up pretty quickly, not to mention these carving knives taught me a new kind of sharp lol I tapped my index blade down accidentally and very nearly removed the tip of my finger.. nevertheless WE CARVE ON!
I know, right! It cuts almost like soap… I’m just learning, and due to finance can only work with whatever wood I can find. I’ve got a mystery stick, and I swear to God if I was blind I’d be half convinced it’s stone
@@CarvingisFun Yep, have some other things in mind. :) Although I think about trying more wands out. They seem to be a great way to make something out of sticks. (I really like the idea of just picking up stuff and making something out of it, instead of buying prepared materials.)
its 1:27 am I have to be up for work in 5 hours and im up learning how to carve wood also just spontaneously bought a pocket knife you recommended in another video haha
The v cut I've also heard it called a wedge cut which feels right also reckon it would just come down to which one your use to calling it lol along with that the V cut / wedge have a scaling name to if I said that correctly lol anyway those are called a deep wedge/V cut, also a shallow wedge/ V cut, then you have a wide wedge/ V cut and a slim wedge/ V cut hope I made any since there lol not the best at explaining things in comments or msgs lol
Very nice video!I haven't had my tools or done any carving for over a year now so I'm a bit rusty so this video is very useful since I'm trying to get back into it. I ordered small bushcraft knife to try to do some whittling with (mora eldris) but I was curious if you have any suggestions of some brands or makers that are worth while to get a small set of carving knives from, or maybe a video you've done I should watch where you talk about something like that? Thanks for posting!
Thanks for the explanations! I have actually self taught the push cut to peel vegetables as a young child since both parents worked and I often needed to cook my own food. Before anyone indicates how irresponsible it is for the parents to trust me with kitchen utensils at those young ages, just know that they already KNEW and I proved them that I was more careful, safe and conscientious than 99.9% of kids my age. ...Okay, my father didn't trust me per se, but that's because he didn't know me much since, well... It's a whole different story xD
Maybe it could help the focus of your canera if you took some wood stain and just lightly stain it. You would still be able to see/show the grain of the wood, but you would have mire contrasts between the surface and the cutouts.
Just gearing up to start your Christmas Tree tutorial from last year, with the Helvie that I won in the giveaway (woot!). Great vid as always Brian, keep 'em coming. Quick Q, would it be detrimental to use the strop without a compound? (It's on the way).
You can use the strop without compound. But you wont really notice much of a difference. The compound adds some grit to the surface to speed up the process and help polish the edge faster.
im hugely skeptical to the paring cut. deep traume there. father almost lost his thumb and had to have surgery to move the tendons from his pinky to his thumb to even have movement there after he slipped during one of those.
Howdy! I got several for you to pick from Quick sharpening guide for a general overview of what I do: ruclips.net/video/oF432CMib3c/видео.html A honing guide to show how I maintain my edges: ruclips.net/video/5Tt3K-kXhJc/видео.html A video just for the cheaper 3 piece sets: ruclips.net/video/vaK0m7-WBEo/видео.html And a more detailed video on exactly what I do: ruclips.net/video/FF6SiW-QjMY/видео.html
Hi there! I started learning how to whittle because of your videos, and I'm about to begin my biggest project so far so I can give it to my boyfriend as a Christmas gift. I understand that you're probably pretty busy, but I have a quick question if you're alright with it. How do you usually put together multiple pieces of wood for a larger project? Do you try to create sockets in the larger pieces so that the different parts connect a bit more easily, or just rely on the strength of wood glue? I've gotten some wood glue and filler in preparation, but I haven't started on anything yet. I've been a little worried that the project will eventually fall apart if I rely entirely on glue / filler to hold it all together lol
Good question! If its something that requires some strength I will often put wood dowels or metal posts to prevent shearing. But wood glue will typically get the job done.
Ok, I’m totally, hooked into this hobby, I’ve thrown a bit of cash at it, and I watch your superb videos a lot. I have a half done fox, few errors, can’t get the body right, but hey first go and all that. However I have a major, problem and it’s in danger of killing this for me before I get started. It’s two fold, main problem is knife, to watch your knife go through this wood, is so disheartening to see, my couple of knives are shocking, a beaver craft and another one, it also brings me onto the second point, strip sharpening, now I have experience with some knife sharpening as a cook who owns many good kitchen knifes. Using the strop I would argue makes my knife feel worse. So I’m throwing it out to you, what I’m i doing wrong, I will say I don’t mind buying a decent knife, but I really want to follow your superb videos, but I’ve given up 20 mins in as my knife just is useless. Sorry for long post.
The knife I'm using in this video and my tutorials are slightly different than that of beavercraft. They are thinner and allow me to cut through the wood almost effortlessly. combine that with the super soft air dried basswood I use and it looks almost too easy. strops are good for keeping the knife honed, but if done improperly (pressing down too hard, at the wrong angle) you can damage the edge. You can review my sharpening videos to see exactly how I hone my knives with the strop.
I can't do a lot of these because the knife I've bought for whittling has cutting edges on both sides of the blade, I can't push in on it because I'd probably be slicing my thumb open, I can pretty much only do rough cuts and maybe some worse versions of the other cuts
I tried to whittle a stick for roasting marshmallows over a camp fire a few years ago and ended up have a 5 mm cut at the top of my thumb it was bad and I thought it was only a small cut to applied pressure and then I realised how bad it was when a tutor at the special college I was at told be that it needs gluing thankfully his years as a paramedic helped as he dressed it and healed with barely any noticeable damage
besides direct from Heinecke, you could try treeline USA or my friend on Ebay (which is what I use in this video and my tutorials) www.ebay.com/str/choicecraftwoods
Hello, I just ordered some blades I saw you recommended. I'm very eager to start whittling! Maybe this is a dumb question but how do you know the direction of the wood besides trying its resistance?
I designed and made it! There are plans of me making a little shop to sell them and I already have the supplies to make a small run of them. They aren't cheap for me to make, so it may cost a bit.
just as a question are there any Aussie in the community that could tell me where i can find a store that sells carving tools. not a big fan of online ordering. otherwise any good companies to look into. i used to be a stonemason and stone carver before doing my back in and have been looking into carving wood now, but have been using my pocket knife on my multi tool.
Hi - it really depends what state and town you're in. In Geelong there's Elite Outdoor Gear, in Melbourne there's Timbecon, and so on. If you're worried about wait times, Elite Outdoor Gear is nice, and has beavercraft and a few other brands. If it's a matter of holding the knife first, my only advice is DON'T go to Bunnings, as the quality of their brands is not ideal. There's usually a local wood shop, and in a pinch you can call them and ask before you head in if you want to make sure they've got the stuff you want to check out.
We had a project regarding this but i dont have any materials to do this, can i use a knife as a substitute and other kind of wood if i don't have a wood the same as yours? Also those materials are not common from where i am from
For the gloves, I mainly use dexfit or andanda level 5 slice resistant gloves. They aren't cut proof but they will turn a really bad cut into a minor one. For thumb guards, I just use any self adhering bandage wrap.
hiiiii I was wondering what knives are you using :)?? I am really new in wood sculpting so yeah!! Handshake 🤝 your video helped a bunch but I realized I don’t have the right tools-
That would be a good video for me to make. while I dont have this yet, you can always practice the cuts in this video several times over to get a feel for manipulating the wood and see how the blade interacts with the wood fibers.
Most knives are ambidextrous, but those with a chisel grind or Japanese style carving knives need to have right ornleft hand versions. Hook knives as well. But flexcut knives, deepwoods ventures, and mora knives are good choices and are easy to find.
I feel like the push cut is misleading, at least as I use it, and how it looks to me when others do so. Yes, the left thumb pushes, but the actual strength comes from using the right arm to apply force and the left thumb as a fulcrum with the knife as a lever, the reason for the push is to keep the fulcrum progressing as the knife slices. The only time I ACTUALLY only use my left thumb is with the stop cut, but even then, I still usually push with my right hand to get more depth.
Well, for me I actually am not using too much force with my right hand, it is mainly my left thumb doing 90% of thr work. Its it mainly controlling the blade. If you use your right hand it increases the chance of over cutting.
Bonjour Brian et merci de cette vidéo très utile pour connaître les meilleurs mouvements à accomplir lors d’une coupe. Quel est le nom et la marque du couteau que tu utilises pour cette vidéo ? Est-il possible de s’en procurer en Europe ? Merci pour tes réponses. Michèle
Hi! The knife is made by Helvie Knives and is hand made. However, there is about a 6 month wait time and I'm not sure if they ship outside the US right now.
Hi! Thank you for the tutorial ♡ Do you need to be strong for whittling? I got a kit recently and there was a raw (?) wooden spoon included but I couldn't cut it. I had to use all my force and it just kinda split open.. It was supposed to be soft, but I wouldn't say it was.. It looks so easy in the videos.. I am not strong by any means so is it possible that I just lack the strength required for whittling? I got quite discouraged by that but if I have a chance of succeeding, I would try again with a different kind of wood (I couldn't seem to find out what kind of wood the spoon was made out of). Thanks to anyone who could maybe help me out ❤
Some strength is needed, but leverage can be added, too if you have the room for it by having something to hold the wood securely with. What kit did you get? Many times, the wood is just a bit harder, or the tools aren't exactly sharp.
@CarvingisFun It was just a cheap one from amazon honestly. The wood was a bit darker and cool-toned, so definitely different from the wood you're using in your video. Thank you for answering 🫶
If you are ready to get started whittling and want a full beginners guide, check out this video: ruclips.net/video/cghNbdy0xtc/видео.html
This has been proper useful I’m thinking of taking it for GCSEs
As a level zero beginner I do thank you so very much for teaching how to start the new hobby I have picked out !
How are you coming along
I wanna know too.
Mate how is it going the community want to know about it
Not sure what caused RUclips to recommend this, but now I'm glad they did! Might have to take this up as a hobby in the near future.
Did you?
I hope you have, I have recently taken up spoon/green wood carving and it’s incredibly therapeutic.
Need an update
Of all my hobbies, woodcarving is, by FAR, the cheapest. Unless you count daydreaming. A very nice/ well regarded knife is like 40$. Once you know you like it, and start buying your wood in bulk it's well under 1$ a carving. The only other thing you need is a strop and some compound. (If you keep on top of it, and don't seriously goof, you won't need a wet stone to keep your knife in tip top shape.)
That being said, you really MUST master the listed cuts if you hope to not injure yourself. I have been carving for 4 years, and have had nothing bigger than the occasional nick, not even band aid worthy. I only achieved this by using knives virtually every day my entire life and following real knife safety procedures (not the idiotic knife circle from the Boy Scouts, but actual techniques like those in this video.)
PS. though largely unrelated I like to plug this idea whenever talking knives: a slip joint knife is NOT more safe than locking or fixed blades. The logic that decided this was rudimentary at best and it was propagated by teaching it to children who hadn't learned to question information given to them by adults to see if it's actually valid.
Even though I’m late, anyone who’s watching this now I would recommend practice on a bar of soap x just so you get used to the cutting
I did it once, i also reccemend its really nice and easier to start with
Great suggestion :)
Is it safe for the blade? Do you have to do something more than just wipe the knife with a cloth?
@pengy07 just wipe it with a cloth and you will be good!
@@CarvingisFun thank you for response! Your videos are amazing to watch!
Additionally I would recommend that if you are to use gloves, use specifically cut resistant gloves, otherwise you can easily fall into a false sense of security leading to potential injury. I know nothing about whittling, but as a blade enthusiast with a freehand sharpening obsession I am very experienced when it comes to slicing myself open.
He mentioned that at the start but I assume you missed it
@@Daniel-ok7hlhe did not say that at the beginning
@Fredrickthe2nd he absolutely did mention using slice resistant gloves. He noted how he was wearing one, and he recommended it
@@katyh9073 he did and this person is saying to make sure to use cut-resistance gloves instead of any gloves because you can still cut through other gloves but you'll lull yourself into a false sense of security which is dangerous
Personally I rather cut my hand and learn a lesson in control every scar on my hands is from a mistake when I learned I just wait for the bleeding to stop and go back to it sure it's not a method for everyone nor will I try to dis sway anyone from using gloves but a cut isn't a failure it's a learning experience on how much force your using and a way I learn to control speed better hell I've even stabbed one of my hands by mistake with a knife from use it's just happens so don't take it to heart when you cut yourself think about how and why the cut happened sure you can take measures to prevent it with specialized gloves but its up to you as an individual to learn the style your comfortable with while taking everything as a learning experience
It's worth noting that for paring cuts: don't flinch! It can be a bit scary at first, but flinching or being shaky about it leads to too much force and too little control. Relax- be careful and it'll be fine. ;)
if you've done it 10000 times to a potato, rest assured it's no different with wood
Taking up whittling again after not doing it for decades, this was super helpful, thank you!!
You do most of these cuts making tent pegs, pot holders ect outdoors but for some reason I've always thought there would be something more to carving cut's. Great to see them done, thanks!!!
Hey, I'm a latecomer to your channel, I love your videos, I learn something new every time - even techniques I learned previously, I go to you to reevaluate older lessons. Particularly the lesson on the V-cut - Amazing. So thank you for these videos.
I have come to love whittling and carving later in my life and am happier for finding this hobby and sharing my pieces with friends and family.
😮whoa, a new door has just opened for me
This is prolly one of the best videos to watch if ur prepping for survival lol
ur basic cuts are so genius I'm gonna try this n come out like Daniel'le Boone 😅
My starter kit just arrived and I have zero expierience so thank you for this tutorial!
I'm excited as I just ordered a good beginner kit online, I wanna get a basic understanding before I actually get to start the new hobby! Always have loved woodworking of any time, wood carving will he an awesome way to do it from home
I started watching the video first before getting a kit 👀 but I'm intending carve educational toys for my girls while I'm at home. If you can recommend to me where to start, I hope you see my comment, would be greatly appreciated 👏
Howdy!
This is my foundational video that gives you a complete crash course and some ideas where to start
ruclips.net/video/cghNbdy0xtc/видео.html
Great video as always. I finally received my 2 Helvie knives. You were right… it was worth the wait!!!
Thanks!
Helvies are well worth it, still some of my favorite knives!
Thank you for putting this in such a thorough and kind/interesting way, I feel way more excited about delving into this hobby now. You're a superb presenter! :D
Thanks Brian. I'm brand new and am glad you presented this to us. I need to slow down and learn the cuts before diving into a carving again!
Well done, presenting the basics for passing on the skills and wisdom of our art!
Can you do a video on maintenance, storage, and repair? I noticed after not using my Flexcut KN14 for a bit that it developed some surface rust. Admittedly, my storage method is leaving it in its retail package, in a weather proof ammo box, with its strop and some extra wood.
Oddly enough I filmed a quick video on removing some of this rust on one of my knives, but yes I can add to the video to show some storage and maintenance suggestions.
@@CarvingisFun Awesome, thanks!
Could you possibly do one on a pikachu ? 😅 nephew is obsessed and I can’t work out a process 😂
Currently trying to perfect a pikachu, but am having some troubles making it beginner friendly and out of just one block of wood. Ill get there eventually :)
I enjoyed talking to you at lunch today. I wish you continued success on your channel.
It was wonderful chatting with you too!!
Have a wonderful new year!
Perfect explanations! Thank you so much!
Great instructing and explaining thanks.
Great video pal, keep on whiddling!
don't have these tools right now but I want to learn this.😄
Thanks I really appreciate it . Can't wait to get started
Thank you for making this video.
I have a knife very similar to the one in this video that belonged to my grandfather. I found it in a box of his old tools. I had no idea it was a carving knife. I thought it was a normal knife that was snapped in half. Good thing I decided to keep it instead of throwing it away.
Here in South Africa because of the Rand/Dollar exchange rate (20:1) these things are so expensive. A week ago I bought a Shogun pullthrough knife sharpener and it had 4 knives with it. They worked out at R25 each! And I thought 'Well, it was the sharpener I wanted and so if the knives are cheap shit I can give them away.' They look a little fragile and the handles are a little small. The blades aren't very big either. SHEESH! Those knives are SHARP! And they are EXCELLENT for fiddling with bits of wood. Unbelievably good raw meat cutters. And if they look like they're losing their edge I just drag them through the pullthrough a time or two.
I have never whittled, nor watched a video even remotely related to whittling, why the hell is this in my recommended!?
I’m not complaining tho, I just found a new hobby.
Well, it is a fun lil hobby 😀
If you do wanna jump in, feel free to ask any questions you may have!
@@CarvingisFun will do, as soon as I can find time and money I’ll buy a kit and try it, probably,
This was extremely helpful. I learn how to whittle a knife stick in like a minute.
Love the video! I gotta pick up my last project and carve some more
Thanks this is very helpful 👍
Love your channel and keep up the great work👍
Thanks for tutorial 😊
Excellent video. Thanks.
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Great vid. Long term knowledge made simple. Awesome! Show me more.
Pls.. 😅
Started a few days ago and I’m picking up pretty quickly, not to mention these carving knives taught me a new kind of sharp lol I tapped my index blade down accidentally and very nearly removed the tip of my finger.. nevertheless WE CARVE ON!
Informative. Useful tips.
I’ve been watching your videos and decided to start my own channel. Thanks!😊
Nice!!! Have fun!!
Beautiful knife !!!
Thank you !!!
:) :) :)
Idk why but I did not rl carved anything and never studied it but kinda knew thoes methods
Thats very soft wood and a very sharp knife.
I know, right! It cuts almost like soap…
I’m just learning, and due to finance can only work with whatever wood I can find. I’ve got a mystery stick, and I swear to God if I was blind I’d be half convinced it’s stone
I like pull cuts, its like pairing style but pulling the wood against the knife backwards to take alot more out with more control
I like to do the same with larger projects too!
Great job! Thanks.
Thank you!
Awesome, thanks !
During the rough cut part the "another person" made me laugh so hard.
Sweet! Thank you!!
Well, you convinced me and I made a simple magic wand. Now I have a blister on my hand. XP
But the wand turned out okay and I might try more.
Ya, the gloves help with that :)
Keep going!!! The wand is just the start!!!
@@CarvingisFun Yep, have some other things in mind. :)
Although I think about trying more wands out. They seem to be a great way to make something out of sticks.
(I really like the idea of just picking up stuff and making something out of it, instead of buying prepared materials.)
Useful information ❤
Carving is indeed fun
its 1:27 am I have to be up for work in 5 hours and im up learning how to carve wood also just spontaneously bought a pocket knife you recommended in another video haha
Yep, sometimes time gets away from ya when you get into it :)
yes
Good advice
The v cut I've also heard it called a wedge cut which feels right also reckon it would just come down to which one your use to calling it lol along with that the V cut / wedge have a scaling name to if I said that correctly lol anyway those are called a deep wedge/V cut, also a shallow wedge/ V cut, then you have a wide wedge/ V cut and a slim wedge/ V cut hope I made any since there lol not the best at explaining things in comments or msgs lol
Its interesting how iv been doing some of these when i was younger dabbling, with no guide, but its obvious that i was missing the others
I enjoy making wooden toy guns, this will help out a lot
Thumb guard!? I wish I'd heard about those 30 years ago, otherwise my thumb wouldn't look like a fisherman's after years of building models.
Ironically video games are starting to bore me, and carving wood seems much more entertaining. …
Very nice video!I haven't had my tools or done any carving for over a year now so I'm a bit rusty so this video is very useful since I'm trying to get back into it. I ordered small bushcraft knife to try to do some whittling with (mora eldris) but I was curious if you have any suggestions of some brands or makers that are worth while to get a small set of carving knives from, or maybe a video you've done I should watch where you talk about something like that? Thanks for posting!
Thanks for the explanations! I have actually self taught the push cut to peel vegetables as a young child since both parents worked and I often needed to cook my own food.
Before anyone indicates how irresponsible it is for the parents to trust me with kitchen utensils at those young ages, just know that they already KNEW and I proved them that I was more careful, safe and conscientious than 99.9% of kids my age.
...Okay, my father didn't trust me per se, but that's because he didn't know me much since, well... It's a whole different story xD
Maybe it could help the focus of your canera if you took some wood stain and just lightly stain it. You would still be able to see/show the grain of the wood, but you would have mire contrasts between the surface and the cutouts.
That is a really good thought! I will keep this in mind here.
How do you make proper bowl-like indentations e.g for a spoon? Also could you do a video on all of the common tools and how to use them?
I have plans on making that video!! But usually a hook knife is what many people use for spoons
Just gearing up to start your Christmas Tree tutorial from last year, with the Helvie that I won in the giveaway (woot!).
Great vid as always Brian, keep 'em coming.
Quick Q, would it be detrimental to use the strop without a compound?
(It's on the way).
You can use the strop without compound. But you wont really notice much of a difference. The compound adds some grit to the surface to speed up the process and help polish the edge faster.
im hugely skeptical to the paring cut. deep traume there. father almost lost his thumb and had to have surgery to move the tendons from his pinky to his thumb to even have movement there after he slipped during one of those.
Hi your blades are so sharp how do you do them have you donen a tutorial on this subject cheers james
Howdy! I got several for you to pick from
Quick sharpening guide for a general overview of what I do:
ruclips.net/video/oF432CMib3c/видео.html
A honing guide to show how I maintain my edges:
ruclips.net/video/5Tt3K-kXhJc/видео.html
A video just for the cheaper 3 piece sets:
ruclips.net/video/vaK0m7-WBEo/видео.html
And a more detailed video on exactly what I do:
ruclips.net/video/FF6SiW-QjMY/видео.html
i like the video
Congratulations.
Hi there! I started learning how to whittle because of your videos, and I'm about to begin my biggest project so far so I can give it to my boyfriend as a Christmas gift. I understand that you're probably pretty busy, but I have a quick question if you're alright with it.
How do you usually put together multiple pieces of wood for a larger project? Do you try to create sockets in the larger pieces so that the different parts connect a bit more easily, or just rely on the strength of wood glue? I've gotten some wood glue and filler in preparation, but I haven't started on anything yet. I've been a little worried that the project will eventually fall apart if I rely entirely on glue / filler to hold it all together lol
Good question! If its something that requires some strength I will often put wood dowels or metal posts to prevent shearing. But wood glue will typically get the job done.
@@CarvingisFun The project I have in mind is relatively small, so I'll go ahead with wood glue. Thanks so much for the info!
@lorgon2111 I know this was 9 months ago but did you get that project finished and if so how did it turn out?
great video
Whittling has several definitions. The strictest one is just trying to cut as long and thin a piece as humanly possible.
Ok, I’m totally, hooked into this hobby, I’ve thrown a bit of cash at it, and I watch your superb videos a lot.
I have a half done fox, few errors, can’t get the body right, but hey first go and all that.
However I have a major, problem and it’s in danger of killing this for me before I get started.
It’s two fold, main problem is knife, to watch your knife go through this wood, is so disheartening to see, my couple of knives are shocking, a beaver craft and another one, it also brings me onto the second point, strip sharpening, now I have experience with some knife sharpening as a cook who owns many good kitchen knifes.
Using the strop I would argue makes my knife feel worse.
So I’m throwing it out to you, what I’m i doing wrong, I will say I don’t mind buying a decent knife, but I really want to follow your superb videos, but I’ve given up 20 mins in as my knife just is useless.
Sorry for long post.
The knife I'm using in this video and my tutorials are slightly different than that of beavercraft. They are thinner and allow me to cut through the wood almost effortlessly. combine that with the super soft air dried basswood I use and it looks almost too easy.
strops are good for keeping the knife honed, but if done improperly (pressing down too hard, at the wrong angle) you can damage the edge.
You can review my sharpening videos to see exactly how I hone my knives with the strop.
I can't do a lot of these because the knife I've bought for whittling has cutting edges on both sides of the blade, I can't push in on it because I'd probably be slicing my thumb open, I can pretty much only do rough cuts and maybe some worse versions of the other cuts
I tried to whittle a stick for roasting marshmallows over a camp fire a few years ago and ended up have a 5 mm cut at the top of my thumb it was bad and I thought it was only a small cut to applied pressure and then I realised how bad it was when a tutor at the special college I was at told be that it needs gluing thankfully his years as a paramedic helped as he dressed it and healed with barely any noticeable damage
Sometimes cuts you think are small are worse than anticipated. Thankfully you had someone look at it!
Great video. Been carving for just over two years. I have trouble finding good basswood, ideas?
besides direct from Heinecke, you could try treeline USA or my friend on Ebay (which is what I use in this video and my tutorials) www.ebay.com/str/choicecraftwoods
@@CarvingisFun thank you! 🙏
Hello, I just ordered some blades I saw you recommended. I'm very eager to start whittling! Maybe this is a dumb question but how do you know the direction of the wood besides trying its resistance?
Howdy!
This video should give you some insight to cutting with the wood grain
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Where did you get that little folding strop please?
I designed and made it! There are plans of me making a little shop to sell them and I already have the supplies to make a small run of them. They aren't cheap for me to make, so it may cost a bit.
just as a question are there any Aussie in the community that could tell me where i can find a store that sells carving tools. not a big fan of online ordering. otherwise any good companies to look into.
i used to be a stonemason and stone carver before doing my back in and have been looking into carving wood now, but have been using my pocket knife on my multi tool.
Hi - it really depends what state and town you're in. In Geelong there's Elite Outdoor Gear, in Melbourne there's Timbecon, and so on. If you're worried about wait times, Elite Outdoor Gear is nice, and has beavercraft and a few other brands. If it's a matter of holding the knife first, my only advice is DON'T go to Bunnings, as the quality of their brands is not ideal. There's usually a local wood shop, and in a pinch you can call them and ask before you head in if you want to make sure they've got the stuff you want to check out.
Hi, great video - thanks! What kind of wood are you using here? It looks very soft.
Im using basswood :)
As a Boy Scout I’ve done half of these on accident while I was bored at camp
sorry, typo I meant whittling
I typo all da time! You're gonna enjoy yourself, its a fun hobby!
We had a project regarding this but i dont have any materials to do this, can i use a knife as a substitute and other kind of wood if i don't have a wood the same as yours? Also those materials are not common from where i am from
You can use any sharp knife you can control and any wood you feel comfortable with. What I use is considered "ideal" but not mandatory
Do you buy specific thumb guards or just cut cut resistant gloves?
For the gloves, I mainly use dexfit or andanda level 5 slice resistant gloves. They aren't cut proof but they will turn a really bad cut into a minor one.
For thumb guards, I just use any self adhering bandage wrap.
hiiiii I was wondering what knives are you using :)?? I am really new in wood sculpting so yeah!! Handshake 🤝 your video helped a bunch but I realized I don’t have the right tools-
The knives in this video are from OCC Tools (now Krysak Carving Tools). Another good option would be Flexcut!
@@CarvingisFun thank you!!!! :) have a nice day!
Thanks for the video! What type of wood are you using?
I'm using basswood :)
Nice
Top video! Do you have any super-beginner list of practice exercises to do? Without going to the projects yet
That would be a good video for me to make. while I dont have this yet, you can always practice the cuts in this video several times over to get a feel for manipulating the wood and see how the blade interacts with the wood fibers.
What left handed set would you recommend
Most knives are ambidextrous, but those with a chisel grind or Japanese style carving knives need to have right ornleft hand versions. Hook knives as well.
But flexcut knives, deepwoods ventures, and mora knives are good choices and are easy to find.
I feel like the push cut is misleading, at least as I use it, and how it looks to me when others do so. Yes, the left thumb pushes, but the actual strength comes from using the right arm to apply force and the left thumb as a fulcrum with the knife as a lever, the reason for the push is to keep the fulcrum progressing as the knife slices. The only time I ACTUALLY only use my left thumb is with the stop cut, but even then, I still usually push with my right hand to get more depth.
Well, for me I actually am not using too much force with my right hand, it is mainly my left thumb doing 90% of thr work.
Its it mainly controlling the blade. If you use your right hand it increases the chance of over cutting.
Damn you youtube algorhtym now I have to hyperfixate on this hobby for the rest of the year 😂
Could you do a how to make video about Totoro?? That would be amazing
now that sounds like a fun project! I'll put that on the ideas list :)
@@CarvingisFun thank you so much!! I will be watching then 👀
More of a tetrahedron than a pyramid, no? Cheeky bugger. Thanks for the tips
lol, true. I was being a bit lazy in that on :)
Can you do a video on ' first aid ' ?
Thats a good idea, I'll think bout how to put one together
May i know whats the name of the wood that u used?thanks!❤
Im using basswood :)
What is the best type of wood for carving?
Basswood is most commonly used and is preferred for a nice and easy wood to carve
i didnt realize i figure most of these cuts out naturally by my self lol.
What brand knives do you use?
The nicer ones I use are from Helvie and Silvern Works. The others I use are Schaaf Tools, Flexcut, and Beavercraft
Bonjour Brian et merci de cette vidéo très utile pour connaître les meilleurs mouvements à accomplir lors d’une coupe. Quel est le nom et la marque du couteau que tu utilises pour cette vidéo ? Est-il possible de s’en procurer en Europe ? Merci pour tes réponses. Michèle
Hi! The knife is made by Helvie Knives and is hand made. However, there is about a 6 month wait time and I'm not sure if they ship outside the US right now.
Is there a trick if you would want an limb that is thin, to cut without it breaking off?
I am having trouble doing that first cut, the two inch one that seperates the wood into two bunnies
Do you have a saw?
What kind of glove are you wearing?
I believe this slice resistant glove was made by Andanda
@@CarvingisFun ok thank you
I will say. I don't like doing the paring cut much because i feel like it requires a lot of finger strength that im just lacking right now.
I've heard those grip strengthening devices are perfect for this :)
Hi! Thank you for the tutorial ♡ Do you need to be strong for whittling? I got a kit recently and there was a raw (?) wooden spoon included but I couldn't cut it. I had to use all my force and it just kinda split open.. It was supposed to be soft, but I wouldn't say it was.. It looks so easy in the videos.. I am not strong by any means so is it possible that I just lack the strength required for whittling? I got quite discouraged by that but if I have a chance of succeeding, I would try again with a different kind of wood (I couldn't seem to find out what kind of wood the spoon was made out of). Thanks to anyone who could maybe help me out ❤
Some strength is needed, but leverage can be added, too if you have the room for it by having something to hold the wood securely with.
What kit did you get? Many times, the wood is just a bit harder, or the tools aren't exactly sharp.
@CarvingisFun It was just a cheap one from amazon honestly. The wood was a bit darker and cool-toned, so definitely different from the wood you're using in your video. Thank you for answering 🫶
use a bar of soap first
Good suggestion, thank you
I'm using a soft pencil lead