Best Hobby Ever (Introduction to Woodcarving Series)

#woodcarving #whittling #carving
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I did not think it was right to start an Introduction to woodcarving series without a brief introduction of who i am and how i got started in the hobby and the reasons i am making the videos-hope you like it

[@timhawkins2502]

you got me carving- I'm 68, the only down side to it is that my wife catches me napping with wood chips on my lap lol

[@Full_monty]

I'm 29 Isnt this stuff cool?

[@CabinDweller]

hahaha

[@terrygeiger7510]

I am 62 and thinkin' about it...

[@thinkingmachine354]

@@terrygeiger7510 I'm 20 and thinking about it... Might ask for it for my next birthday

[@ninoding]

Haha I’m 15!

[@cablebill8892]

It's refreshing to hear that you only started carving 4 years ago. Watching your channel; I just assumed you had been doing it your whole life. It's never too late to start!

[@thinkingmachine354]

From writing books to painting, some of my favorite youtube teachers started not so long ago. It really is inspiring!

[@michaellane5679]

I am 62 years old and you Sir caught my attention to carving! Thank you!

[@jasonallen1532]

I've been carving for two weeks now thanks to your tutorials, 6 pieces, 9 finger cuts. If an Oscar could be given for best, most useful, fun and satisfying KZbin channel, it would belong to you.

[@dbrereton5075]

That first "little guy" is cute and should be at the very top of the shelf.👍😁

[@tcsyme]

Agreed, he absolutely deserves a spot on the shelf!

[@Objective-Observer]

Several years ago, researchers tested the brain waves of folks who do handwork, primarily knitters and crocheters, but then it expanded to folks who carve, or build, or make baskets and other 'handwork.' What the researchers discovered is that folks who do intricate handwork, develop brain waves of deep relaxation. The same level of brain waves that Tibetan monks achieve in their deepest meditation. Handwork is theraputic; it allows you to clean out the stress of the day, focus on something productive and when you are finished, you have something Tangible as part of your stress management.

[@allenbennett4506]

I'd love to see this study. Any links to it.

[@Objective-Observer]

@@allenbennett4506 When I read that, it was before the internet. Other similar studies have been done, just Google Handwork is Therapy Relaxation Good for Brain.

[@themobleys]

Very interesting, I whittled a small spoon on a campout recently and when I finished I felt like i just woke up from a nap!

[@jthomasaurus]

@@allenbennett4506 here is one I found that backs all of this up pretty well! www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2014/03/25/health/brain-crafting-benefits/index.html

[@LT-lu8lb]

Sounds about right in my experience.

[@crystal-jeanroat2885]

Your wish to get other people carving has worked for me! I did a rough carving in a box about 30 years ago with a cheap set of tools from the craft store, and smoothed some wood branches with a kitchen knife but never found a good carving knife, and moved on. When searching for gnome gardens the other day, your gnome carving video came up and now I’m binge watching your beginner series and I bought a knife. I also bought a wizard kit for my friend so we can try it out together. Can’t wait for the mailman to bring the tools. Here we go on a new adventure! Thank you for sharing what you do!

[@paljen1010]

Thanks Doug, I found your videos a couple of days ago and like you I can't sit still ( drives my wife mad) I am so inspired I sent for my first Knives and gloves and can't wait for them to get here to start carving. If I get half as good as you I will be well pleased. I'm 79 I just hope that my tools get here quickly Ha! Ha!

[@johnmartin8326]

Doug don't sell yourself short you are a GREAT teacher I have enjoyed your videos for awhile now and have seen my skill and love for carving increase. Thanks for sharing you hobby with me! I now am teaching one of my grandsons how to carve. Again thanks for sharing Doug!!!!

[@Xonk61]

The best teachers I've had in life didn't teach me the most, they inspired me the most!

[@marlandmiller2826]

Teachers who are still learners make great teachers!

[@mikemojo5092]

I'll be honest Doug, I came to your videos from Joe and Bushcraft side.. I watched 2 of your carving videos and ended up ordering a knife set and some basswood and spent an hour and a half the other night carving from memory, as I don't have the internet at home. I think through your videos I found my new hobby along side starting to bushcraft... Thank You

[@greggr4852]

Doug, I have to say that as a new wood carver, I have gained so much information from your carving series that I cannot express my gratitude enough. I am inspired and developing my abilities more and more everyday. Thanks again for taking your time to educate us.

[@timothypetrey1712]

Doug 1 year ago in Nov. I was injured on the job and was off work for a month. I also don't like to sit still. So I decided that while i was off that I would learn something new to fill my time. I wasn't much of a KZbin watcher but decided to watch for entertainment. One of the first thumb nail i remember seeing was yours. It was your snowman video. So 1. I dabbled with wood projects on and of my whole life so that peeked my intrest and 2. My wife loves snowmen. So I watched, got a piece of scrap wood and followed along. I was hooked. I carved a few Chtristmas presents (Brutus buckeye, snowmen, Florida gators, your climbing man) ect. That helped bc I didn't get any money until the 3rd week in January. I believe God has put you and your videos in my life. I am so Thankful for you. I'm glad to hear your heart is here and with the younger generation. Keep up the good work.

[@dougLinker]

thats great Tim!

[@stoneblue1795]

Well stated Tim. Inspiring to some of the rest of us in the class, just sayin.

[@timothypetrey1712]

Thank you Doug.

[@timothypetrey1712]

Thank you JP

[@johndagostino2451]

@@dougLinker I can relate to your issue I’m same too way I figured it is idle hands is Devil’s playground I said I never carve a little guy but you got me very curious to give it a blast Greetings from the uk 🇬🇧 👍🇮🇹🦊🐾

[@Kyle-cl3wp]

I am eighteen years old, saving up for some simple tools and some wood. The younger generation is here as you said you would like to see.

[@johnclark6762]

Hi Doug,I retired about 4 years ago and for the first year apart from holidays i just sat on my computer all the time.I had been a sailmaker to trade but hated ships,Alas sailmaking never made me a fortune.Then i came across a video on youtube from a guy called Doug Lineker and thought i will give this a go and lo and behold i am now a convert.I try my best to copy what you do in the world of carving sometimes they work out alright and other times they are a disaster.Not having the best knives is a problem as i really can`t affford them but i make do.One thing is sure i won`t give up so thanks mate for all the help over the last 3 or 4 years.

[@BirdYoumans]

My carving evolution started with Paul Sellers when I watched him sharpen some chisels in a video and then watched him carve a spoon. I was waiting for some glue to dry one day and found I could sharpen an old chisel I had to a rather sharp edge. I picked up a scrap piece of wood and free formed a spoon. I was so taken that it actually looked like a spoon when I finished and that old chisel was sharp enough for the first time not to need a hammer lol! I then found Mary May and began a fun journey doing some relief carving and bought some neat Pfeil gouges etc for that purpose but never thinking I could actually carve in 3D so to speak. But then I found you on a video that was something to the effect of a simple yet satisfying carve. It was an epiphany! I ordered a couple of knives and I was off to the races. Thank you so much for that! You we're a big part of my 3 part evolution. You made it look possible and when I tried it, it sort of worked. Of course you learn as you go, but it was indeed satisfying. I will always appreciate what you gave me!! All three of you have a quiet passion for what you do and it's infectious. Art satisfies the soul. Music is my main passion having made a living all my life with it, but carving has become a new passion in the last 2-3 years. Thank you!!

[@Danny_Joiner]

Doug, you are the reason why Alex got into carving in July 2018. Since then he has carved many of your tutorials and now developed his own style. You are a great teacher and humble person. As his father and former freelance photographer, I enjoy your style of shooting and editing along with the variety of video subjects. Watching your progress and Alex's progress along the way makes me grateful to you for doing what you do.

[@dougLinker]

thanks Danny -it's been fun watching Alex he's taken the bull by the horns in a big way

[@markpatton3543]

Don't ever say you don't or can't teach! You are a great teacher and inspiration! I used to carve in my 30's and stopped. Life got in the way. I am almost 60 now and happened onto one of your videos. I have started carving again thanks to you and your amazing KZbin channel. I appreciate all you do and the effort it takes to make the videos. Thank you for inspiration to resume something I enjoy so much!

[@conniewright8080]

I met you through Sean James/My Self Reliance. He suggested checking out your channel..I had always wanted to be a carver knowing I would probably cut off my thumbs-so never started. Watching you have fun with it fulfills my desires enough, I need my thumbs.

[@HNXMedia]

I started carving because of you. I am terrible, but I enjoy it. I like carving the simple "wood spirits" and then leaving them in random places for people to find. Thanks for the inspiration. Peace.

[@mickkeim4142]

I really appreciate your videos. I will be 67 tomorrow. I spent my working life as a brick layer. I used my hands and my body to make a living. I few years ago I became disabled, and can no longer use my body for much of anything...but I still have my hands. Your videos have inspired me not to give up completely. I can still use my hands and I’ve always been handy at woodworking too. Thank you so much. Your videos have a very long reach beyond just would carving.

[@mrs.americanmade7452]

I was diagnosed 5 years ago at age 60 with Adult ADHD and I too have to keep my hands busy.....I have wanted to carve my whole life, I am Capricorn and wood,driftwood and rocks are my passion but I always thought I was too busy and would learn to carve in my older years so I came across you and last night I ordered knives and strop and will try now.....You are an EXCELLENT teacher and nothing long and drawn out, like talking about paint you honestly said just craft paint and you say what works best without trying to sell something like so many youtubers do.....Your camera work shows everything you do and easy to follow, you are calm and straight forward and you inspire others to jump right in and try.....Carving is definitely your calling and in my eyes you are Perfect at it, I thought you had been carving your whole life so perhaps in 4 years I will have a few done.....I have bought wood spirits in younger years because I was so fascinated with them and Just Love em.....I was at Dollywood years ago and I was watching a carver and I said My gosh how do you do that and know what to do and He Simply said "You take away the wood that don't belong" .....and you explain how to take away that wood while you are doing it.....God had our paths cross and you are so down to earth and so full of passion for carving that your explanations are worth Gold to me, I understand! which usually I have to hear something 10 or more times to even begin to understand, Mom use to say, You gotta draw Teresa a picture if you tell her something of course they never knew of ADHD and I never either so I grew up very inferior..... I am comfortable spending time with myself and Carving will fill that void of being an introvert so to speak, it truly looks easy to take away the wood that does not belong.....Thank you for Sharing your Passion Doug, this Old Lady gets it!

[@charlesschrader2988]

Thank you so much for this I ordered my knifes and wood. At 78 this will be my next hobby and new love. I hope the Lord will grant me some years to create some little people. Thank you again.

[@TheEZGZ]

On a humorous note. I've been a sub for a long time and love anything you post. I was just thinking as you talked about your overactive personality that if you would have started carving earlier in your life you would have had a much smaller family and you all would be eating more steaks for dinner. LOL God Bless your lovely family and keep the camera rolling my friend. I bought a carving knife a while back. I'm just waiting for the right peace of wood to call on me. Have Great Day Everyone!

[@bettyhall7287]

I am 59 yrs. old. I love to be creative. I use to carve fruit but it didn’t last so all I had was pictures of my carvings. After seeing your videos I carve wood and love it! Your videos are very inspiring. Please keep it up.

[@EDCtexan]

That's my exact reason for wanting to get into actual carving i'm always cutting on a piece of wood while camping or sitting on the porch relaxing from Today's World

[@kevinthewanderingwoodchuck2586]

Small world we live in after all Doug. I to am a finish carpenter here in Vermont. I can't count how many handrails and banister's I've installed over the years. I came to your channel for bushcraft, I'm now a carver! Thanks so much. I also own a packboat. Your influence is greater than you imagine sir.

[@mrswintersparrow]

I found you by accident. I'm an English woman from the shires with a fine arts degree I've learned more from you about knives and wood and the joy of making than all my lecturers...and past teachers. Thank you, looking forward to many more videos to come 😁

[@johngoodall7097]

Thanks Doug keep on reeling us carvers in, and we will keep watching and learning, maybe we can teach you a thing or two, Ha Ha Regards from John in England.

[@mikehannickel1761]

Thanks Doug! About a year ago I saw your "most fantastically simple yet satisfying carving ever" and thought "maybe I could do that myself." Looked like the perfect mobile hobby that I could do with very few tools at a campsite or wherever. Since then I've seen lots of vids by great carvers, but not many by great carvers who are also great teachers. Don't underestimate your skill set. You're a natural at the teaching side of this thing and a lot of us really appreciate it. Now, a year later, I'm a member of the Capital Woodcarvers Association and having the time of my life. All the best, Dino Gramps

[@rogerhawksworth614]

Keep up the videos Doug. I am not a carver. . But enjoy them .. Norbert was outstanding. Love the camping and kayaking. ... coffee... need more coffee video's .. keep it up.. all the best from Australia

[@melissaenterkin1677]

I wanted to carve since I was a kid. Wanted to whittle. I tried a few times the past few years had no idea what to do. Books didn't help. I found one of your videos and Sharonmyart and I realized wow I can do this. Suddenly 6 hours will just fade away and I'm left with something I created finding my own style and watching things come out of the wood. I love it. I'm 42 have always been a dissatisfied crafter until I found carving!! Now my son wants to learn. He's 17. Thank you!!!!!

[@Woodjunkie]

I looked at wood carving several years ago. Bought some wood and knives and they sat in a box. Several months ago I found your channel, and with your great help, I am now carving and having fun with it! My 15 year old son has even started carving too. Thanks for your great videos. It's like having a teacher in the room with me!

[@livnluframes]

Doug you are my Gene Messer. Thanks for sharing. I've been carving with you and your videos for a little over a year now. It's great fun!

[@MrDudley724]

Awesome story Doug, keep on going. I’m 35 and have loved wood working since I was a little kid helping my dad. I’ve got two boys 8/11 that have loved watching and seeing the stuff I’ve carved. Both boys are interested in wood carving and have done a small little widdle a them selves. You’ve been my inspiration!

[@arciafrench993]

I found your channel recently and I’ve binged on it, watching some of them 2-3 times. I’ve painted for many yrs and worked on restoring furniture, so carving is right up my alley to learn. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@dougm3468]

Doug, thanks for sharing your videos! Ironically, my name is also Doug. Many years ago I was a trim carpenter but, have always dabbled in wood projects. My wife and I started camping a few years ago and I found out about bushcrafting through looking into camping. Just about a month or two ago I was researching how to carve a spoon and came across whittling and wood carving videos. Which brought me to your KZbin channel. I since bought a starter wood carving knives set and wood. I've made a HORRIBLE looking spoon and a simple heart I gave to my wife. I hope in 4 years I can be half as good as you. Thanks for the inspiration! God Bless.

[@douglasjaquays4820]

A huge thank you !!! I started following you with the bush craft and then came the carving. I am a retired trim carpenter and cabinet maker and I followed you and tried my hand at carving and now I'm hooked. I watch for your videos all the time and now my carving magazines. My family and especially my grand kids love that I'm doing it. Thank you so much. I think this new idea is great. I wear your T-Shirt proudly and drink my coffee from one of your mugs. Again thank you for the inspiration.

[@robcarr1899]

I am a 56 year old bus driver in Manchester England. I Never would have thought of wood carving. It never entered my mind until I saw 1 of your videos. I then watched 3/4 more then i was HOOKED. Now I have knives, wood , paints etc.... the ideas I have had. I love my new hobby. I have now got a good friend of mine who retired to the coast of Wales carving little things like mushrooms. If i get anymore of my friends carving/ whittling then it's all because of the Legend that is Mr Doug Linker.

[@dannyjames3437]

Hi Doug, As you know I just got started carving a few months ago per you giving me the inspiration I needed. I am almost 82 now, and spend most of my time in a lift chair. I too have a terrible time sitting and doing nothing so you getting me started carving and using my hands has been a real blessing. So far I have carved a bigfoot, 3 bears, a fisherman, a lumberjack, and 8 roosters ie., chicken sticks. Thank you so much, your a real inspiration, and a very good teacher. You get your points across,, and are easy to learn from. God Bless you & yours.

[@claudimargry5559]

I am a wonen of 69 and watch your video's 3 years now. I am from Holland and live now in france. My man gave me toonsoort, but the wood i have is very hard to carve But you inspire me to look for softer wood. Go on like this i enjoy.

[@Carolinaishome]

I think your first carving deserved a spot on the shelf. Never forget where you came from.

[@Zogg1281]

I think Ugly Little Man should have a shelf of his own as he's your first ever carving. I literally learned to carve my first character from you, it was the 10 minute wizard and it was coming up to last Christmas. My daughter saw him shouted Santa and I've only seen him once since then because she was taking him to show and tell a few weeks back. You say you aren't a teacher when I think you are. You have a wonderful gift of being able to clearly show and discribe what needs to be done in every step and it makes it so easy for people to pick up a knife and piece of wood and end up with something beutiful. I think some of the best teachers in the world are still learning, the moment someone thinks they know it all is the moment they should stop teaching as they can change from a great teacher who still wants to learn and share new skills and techniques to someone who thinks they knew it all and are no longer interested in new ideas. Thank you for being willing to help new wood carvers create their first chips, including myself 😊👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@robcarr1899]

Doug I never would have thought of Carving or whittling untill I saw a video of yours that just popped up on you tube. I watched it and liked it then i watched a few more... now I've got knives, strop, paints, GLOVE and if only I had lots more time to be whittling. I made a few wooden friends from Bass wood and just love chipping away. ALL THANKS TO YOU.

[@johnconklin9039]

Looking forward to the rest of the series Doug. You are 100% the reason I started and I'm so glad that I did. Really appreciate your approach and all the time that you donate to help us all learn.

[@markprosho]

Thank you Doug for inspiring me only 3 weeks into it and I'm also hooked. Keep up the excellent projects, Mark,55 from the UK

[@neilmceachren9485]

I just gave my brother two tom ellis knives, a glove, some wood and a link for him to learn from you . Im 61 and wished i had found whittling earlier in my life. Thank you for feeding my soul and in turning on other wood be carvers

[@kinonanii]

You are the reason I purchased knives and timber, I followed along one of your videos and gave my son my first carving, that was about a year ago. Thank you for sharing your love of everything. I love your videos, I love your variety, you are awesome!

[@kerimanuel]

Thank you for your videos Doug. I also stumbled on your videos and have now taken up carving. I enjoy completing something quickly and having a giggle at what I’ve created. What a fantastic hobby. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@mikegriffin6345]

Hi Doug, I’ve been watching you for a long time now. I began carving at 9 while growing up in Cherokee NC. I grew carving more and more difficult pieces, but got really involved in my work traveling. I am now 72 and retired from that work and since I have been following you, I have decided to pick it back up again. Keep up the great work you are doing, and thank you!!!

[@jjvermeulen9235]

Hi Doug, your Videos have realy started something exciting in my life. I am 76 years old and am still an ardent woodworker. I have just started my first carve with my pocket knife and looking forward to some progress and more of your videos. Keep going, your the best.

[@jthomasaurus]

I started carving on Monday, 6 days ago. It was with your video on the “simplest fantastic and satisfying carving” of an old man with a hat. Thanks a lot Doug! I am an artist, mostly traditional pencils and paints, but I have a background professionally as a custom sign builder and construction here and there. Wood is in my blood! I never thought of carving but watching your videos and here I am at 38 starting a new hobby and I’m thrilled. Thanks for sharing your story and getting people like me into such a relaxing and productive hobby!

[@cgriggsiv]

Just keep making these videos and I shall keep watching From bushcrafting to your carvings you have a lot of skills with wood and serenity in the woods

[@richardcurrier1384]

Carving videos are a great idea please continue them, at 80 years old I still carve every day not as much as a few years ago or as well as I wised to.. I have been carving for well over 40 years it started with a request from my Dad he wanted a Duck decoy for his porch, I was bitten by the bug. Also love fishing and camping but unable to get around much nowadays but love to watch yours ,God bless.

[@REB65]

Can see and hear your joy when talking about wood carving Doug 😊👍. Look forward to the series. Take care and God bless ✌️

[@ChadGrayOutdoors]

Super excited about this. So many questions but I will wait until that specific video comes out. I'm sure they will answer my questions. Looking forward to them all!!

[@garypostell5268]

Never change Doug love your simple carving just outstanding! THANK YOU 🙏

[@johnjude2685]

Doug.I'm passing midway of doing your new bear video cute little 🐻 bear you are a teacher as I'm doing the first since my Middle School and I'm 71 and just built a 4 piece knife set and they are fine so I'm geared up for a 20 piece set including a mix of gourges. I'm thankful for your teaching skills Sir.

[@SteveSmith-zz4ih]

Dougal i'm Looking forward to the new series i hope to learn enough to show my grandsons how to carve - if they are interested, i see too many young folk on their blinking electronic gizmo's and they are so poor at verbal communication, trying to get a conversation going is like "pulling teeth with your fingers" , not all are like that but when you watch videos from the 70's young people back then could put together a decent sentence. The world does keep changing - sometimes not for the better, everything seems to be material based! The simple life for me wins every time, fishing, hiking, some wood work and photography, plus a quite beer every now and then.

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

Doug your videos are spot on!!! A Woodcarving Series is an awesome idea! Thanks for making your videos!

[@salwebsta9835]

I’ve discovered the joys of carving at 62 even though I’d always chipped and pipped whenever I could with my dad and after he passed! Hands are riddled with arthritis and right hand is algodistrophic after a motorbike accident years ago. But who cares, Wood awaits. I’m very into hiking poles, hoping to make a little business to round off a crappy pension. Thanks very much for all your super info that has helped me believe in myself and what was a dream. Keep on doing what you’re doing, yeah!

[@indiansu2]

Doug. I have neuropathy and arthritis in both of my hands and I am only 35. You're videos are AWESOME and inspiring to me because it's hard to carve with pain, but because of your humble, positive & genuine approach, I feel that I can still enjoy this craft. You've reached me here in Florida, so you're definitely getting across. I can't wait for your next vid! Thank you!

[@tago8039]

I got you pegged now Doug! You're the Johnny Appleseed of carving! Have enjoyed everything in all your videos. Thank you. Sincerely

[@waynewhiting7203]

Woodcarving was introduced to me by a friend from a local woodcarvers club. The owner of the store gave me four hours of instruction for $100 and my first Flexcut knife. I knew instantly I wanted to carve caricatures which led me to your channel. If your goal is to make more woodcarvers, I think you have accomplished that. But don't stop now! I have been carving for a year and a half now and just finished my Norbert the Elf as well last night. Painting today. Okay, he doesn't look quite as good as yours, but close! Thanks Doug. I think I'll order a coffee cup.

[@hayseed538]

cant be any happier Doug about the series! I know you are a very humble man but you are at least my favorite teacher! I have been here since the first carving and will continue as long as you do buddy. Carving has brought me a lot of peace and stitches lol and hats of to you for introducing it to your viewers my friend!

[@Kyo-sanchez]

I find myself constantly looking for things to fill my time. Today I carved a necklace and a small fork from a piece of wood I found because I watched your gnome videos last night. Thanks for the inspiration I am a fan

[@Birchbayaromatics]

you got me carving too! I can't stop. my husband laughs at the little caricatures i have produced. thank you, and you are a great teacher, having fun

[@shannoninnes3456]

I relate to you so much! I am also one who can’t stand idle hands and have a strong creative drive. I’ve been fascinated by wood my entire life. My Dad was a big woodworker guy; everything from buildings, cabinetry, to working his lathe, and finally laser carving/engraving. It must be in my blood; the family name being Dubois (of the wood) back to the 1500’s, and then changed to Woods whenIn fact, my ancestors came from Canada to be more “American”. Anyway, now that I’m retired I’m giving it a go! Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@daryledwards2236]

My grandfather carved little things for his grandkids, unfortunately he past away before I was old enough to pay attention. I found your videos and started, I've carved a few things, but I want to say thank you for these videos and you are awesome at explaining how you do it. Thank you

[@stevekunde1117]

Sitting here carving a duck decoy watching/listening to Doug talk carving. Good day. We all evolve as a carver if you don’t we stagnate and don’t improve. Looking forward to the series. Thanks for sharing.

[@simonmountford4291]

Doug…I started watching a couple of months ago, 4 months ago I decided to give woodworking a go…I made a bench got some tools and have a made a box a table and today I walked in the woods and gathered a few small logs and made my first wooden spoon…can’t wait to having a go at a second and then a mushroom 🍄 🤓

[@dannybennett7483]

Thanks Doug I am 55 and just now found out what I want to do when I grow up... You are the reason I just started carving. Thanks so much for your time and efforts you have put into the videos. I am excited that you are doing more videos. Again thanks.

[@makaveli3264]

You got me into woodcarving with your relaxed laidback videos. I’m 23 years old and pretty lonely so i have a lot of free time where i dont know what to do. But thanks to your videos i feel like im doing something fun, i only started yesterday but its this feeling that i haven’t had in a long time. Just wanted to thank you ;)

[@williammcginley3448]

Hey Doug. I carved one of your little owls that you did a step-by-step tutorial on. I LOVE it! It's kinda like your first little man you carved.....far from perfect, but damn proud of it. I carry my owl everywhere I go as my goodluck piece. Thanks Doug!

[@jakecivis7402]

I am glad you did this Doug because it hooked me and you created a woodcarver in me.

[@merryannmac8096]

You go, Doug...you're on a roll. Very interesting and informative. Merry Ann from Minnesota

[@shoeshow1999]

Thanks Doug. I'm looking forward to your series.

[@mountys_photoadventure]

Doug you have produce a New Woodcarver. I am 63 and a Bushcrafter. Your Videos are so excelente and Help me more to carve Figures then Spoons. Greetings from Germany Mounty

[@kiviuq1552]

Fishing, paddling and carving? Keeping your hands busy? You mean, it’s not just me?! AWESOME!!!

[@adamleblanc9378]

Here's an idea for you Doug... you have so many wonderful characters on your shelf that you don''t have videos for. I see a few I would LOVE to take a crack at. As a series you should lay out all the ones you don't have videos for and pole your subscribers to see which one gets the most votes. Btw, been following you for a couple of months now, LOVEEEE your work!! :D Thanks for all the great content!

[@billbecht9452]

I came across your videos on accident. but now i cant stop watching , the videos are addicting , I recently bought my first knife and basswood pieces and i cant wait to start .. thank you Bill

[@danbreyfogle8486]

I am excited about this new series. I have been a woodworker all my life, really, I was probably 6 years old when I bent my first nail. And since then (I'm now 70 years old) have been a carpenter, cabinet maker, and furniture builder. Because of your snowman video I picked up a knife and made my version of it. Now I need to take the time to continue and will watch this series as inspiration and instruction.

[@PirateCaptainJay]

Bought my first knife this week. Following some of your videos to practice and learn. Thank you! Love the hobby!

[@ronniewheatley3276]

i started carving only about a year ago , i love your videos and watch them over and over . thanks for sharing .

[@lenniereagan2362]

Doug, you are a great teacher. Thank you for sharing your videos and your encouragement. As a new carver I appreciate your instruction and advice. Thank you!

[@fngrusty42]

Glad to hear, I built so many houses bridges, hospitals . Busted my back went to work as an inspector. Did that for 6 year 4 more operations on back gave up on everything. Picked up carving 2 years ago and I have a life again. Best thing I ever did . my grandson showed me KZbin and I got better at it . Thanks

[@boncamino5195]

You are an inspiration. I love watching any of your videos. They are fun, relaxing and I often carve whilst watching your adventure videos. I have learnt to carve caricatures from you. I have always wanted to but never managed it. Now I carve every day for a couple of hours and it is how I wind down at the end of the day. Thank you 👍😎😊

[@ladajavorek7720]

Doug, I am so glad I found your channel! I just watched this video and you absolutely nail it about the young generation having very little hobbies. And that is exactly why I found you-I have a 14 year old boy who loves knives but doesn’t have many opportunities to use them, so for his birthday next month he is getting a wood carving knife, a block of basswood, permission to your videos and this momma is very inspired to pick up yet another hobby and learn to carve with him! (We did build together a 10x14x11 custom, lean-to shed last summer so I am pretty sure this will be a piece of cake ;) You are a great teacher! I have learned that some of the best teachers in my life didn’t have a teaching degree :) Carry on, you are making a difference.

[@Cynax377]

Just started carving cause of a couple of you videos. Just finished my first piece tonight. I love everything about the hobby. Very relaxing. So thanks all the way from Tennessee! Keep the videos coming!👍

[@georgie457]

I just started wood carving and absolutely love following your tutorials!! So easy to follow!

[@C-gull24]

I’m glad I found your channel. I purposely was searching for whittling videos because my Dad was always carving and now that I’m approaching retirement age, I told myself if I’m going to continue the family tradition I better start. He carved similar things as what you have in your videos. One thing that he carved all the time was a monkey from a peach pit. He did hundreds of them and would just give them away to folks. I’ve never been able to find a video of someone doing this particular type of carving. If you see this comment perhaps you could take on this project.

[@Dericheau]

You got me carving too- I'm 70, also a retired finish carpenter. Had to do something , and you filled the bill. Thanks Doug

[@frankpennington]

Hi Doug - I'm an Englishman living in Poland and after carving a small man that had be broken of a model music box I was looking for inspiration after I made the little guy and you turned up on KZbin so for the last month I have been sorcing wood, knives etc. and when things arrive I will start- thanks for the tutorials.

[@kevinharvey8148]

I would like to thank you for sharing your woodcarvings and your progressing technique .I had never carved anything . I am a carpenter by trade but I have carved about 20 small pumpkins sort of based on your video . And several wood spirits all started by stumbling upon your KZbin Chanel. And now have carved 3 little people . You have inspired me thanks so vary much for sharing

[@RexA323]

Thank you so much for your videos. I am very intrigued about wood carving. My Dad worked with wood for over 50 years. Mainly building furniture. He could look at something and build it no problem. I never got in to it like that, but wished I did. He is not with me anymore so by going into wood carving I hope to make him proud and carry on his legacy.

[@charliedurham1954]

Thanks for ALL that you do! I have been whittling since I was young, now that I have retired I have found your videos and whittling has become carving! The only drawback is age related,I don't learn as quickly as I did in the past. So thanks for your generosity and your willingness to share,from Mesa,Az.

[@scottparadis2214]

Another great video Doug! cant wait for the series to start!

[@justindawson3428]

Hi Doug I have seen you on Joe's channel but having subbed to so many bushcraft channels I had not looked at your channel, until yesterday when I seen your bear carving video. I have always been interested in whittling but never game to try. After watching your video I have spent the best part of today watching whittling videos and I had ordered 3 books and a knife. I'm a scout leader and I would love to get enough confidence to show/teach them one day. Thanks for sharing your hobby.

[@lockguy2652]

Fellow carver here Doug... brother-in-law got me into it prolly 20 yrs ago. use mostly bass wood, some bark, diamond willow sticks, etc... got away from it for a while but easing back into it. Love the videos and recognize the talent. Keep em coming...