The Art of Whittling: A Woodcarver's Guide to Making Things by Hand

by Niklas Karlsson

Woodworking can bring a little calm and hygge into your life—and this ideal introduction takes you from raw material to beautiful object.
 
For anyone who loves and feels a special connection with wood and trees, whittling is more than just a it connects you to nature and relieves the stresses of modern life. This beautiful and practical guide takes you back to whittling basics, explaining which types of wood to use in your work; what tools you need to get started; and how to master various cutting techniques and decorative carving. In addition, it contains six step-by-step projects—including a spatula, a spoon, a small shelf, and a birchbark box. More than just a manual, The Art of Whittling offers a contemplative take on a skill that is more popular than ever.

Genres: Nonfiction

160 pages, Hardcover

Published March 5, 2019

Reviews

[Kris]

Beautiful book about the traditional art of whittling in the Skandinavian lands. For anybody from the modern western culture the book brings an interesting peek into the cultral heritage of different peoples living in those lands.

[Jessica]

Lots of theory with a few things to make