Carve a Simple Woodspirit in 15 Minutes - Complete Beginner Woodcarving Lesson

[@MountainManKnives64]

I'm disabled and spend most of my day in a chair. I've always wanted to whittle little wood spirits like this and your videos take away all the guess work on how to do it and what tools I need. Thank you for all you do for those of us beginning the hobby. Most appreciated

[@theodoreplume4861]

God bless you

[@MountainManKnives64]

@@theodoreplume4861 Thank you, God bless you too!

[@danmeek928]

I too, am disabled spend most of my days in chair, reclined. It’s spinal cord injury, and then wood carving and whittling is probably done the force that keeps me alive. I create something that make other people happy. This coming year I’m going to give ornaments to two of the nursing homes they live here in town for the clients to have something for Christmas ornaments

[@MountainManKnives64]

@@danmeek928 That's great Dan! I'm sure they will appreciate the gifts.

[@eetennak966]

How is ur journey going bro?

[@ravenraven1340]

Thank you for sharing this! I'm a 35 year old knitter-crocheter with co-ordination issues, and wanted to try my hand at some new crafts, something completely different! I've been curious about whittling for ages and really wanted to give it a try after watching a guy whittle some mushrooms a while ago on youtube, but I'm dyspraxic and was nervous I'd struggle with a knife. Then today I stumbled across this video and it explains it so well and shows your working nice and clearly. These little dudes are really cute, what a beautiful little craft!

[@MrStanwillis]

❤im 75 years old, and I'm tired of fancy realistic carving. These are great quick fun projects to give people to create goodwill and smiles for all ages. That is a pretty nice pencil for work. Thank you 😊

[@salottin]

Yes! That's exactly what I was after too

[@jimstuart3373]

Im still a 73 yr old beginner, but this is by far one of the best videos I’ve seen. Thanks so much. Been trying to do all my raving with my knife, but you have just upped my skill level. Thanks again!!

[@stephenwhittier6439]

I have a couple years on you but I’m still a beginner. You should try Linker, here on KZbin. In my humble opinion, he’s the best. Happy carving !

[@jonadam5505]

My dad just turned 70, any tips on how to deal with shoulder pain keeping him up at night? thanks!

[@goilo888]

At 73yrs - sorry, now 74, you shouldn’t be raving anymore. Leave that to the youngsters 😊… Just kidding, hope you are doing well and enjoying your hobby. I’m getting up there myself and just hoping I can keep going a lot longer.

[@Ray_Steinhart]

I love this Woodspirit very few cuts very simple. I didn’t need to watch the video 30 times before I got it. I look forward to more.

[@huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuhn]

it's also incredibly intuitiv, like you know where he is going to cut next because it just makes sense :)

[@fruitdrankje]

There is no second to this, thanks so much

[@22000theed]

thx, great tutorial, just cut my first woodspirit, so much fun and a lot more to come

[@fredmarshall1224]

Hi I have just started whittling about 5 months ago and just did this whittle and it turned out awesome, I’m so pumped about the carving. Finished with watered down brown and then antique solution. This is the best wood spirit I’ve done, great confidence builder. Thank you very much.

[@alisondickinson]

I have always been a whittler. I’m excited to try this. Thank you for such a straightforward and clear video.

[@kungpao13]

I stumbled across this video by accident and wound up watching the whole darn thing! So mesmerizing lol.

[@almostRyanMacleod]

I just did my first one. It's a bit messy but I'm happy. I really like you you have learning goals in each video it's a really nice touch

[@stuartthomas4836]

What a great video. Not done any carving for quite some time so this is a great way to get back into it. Thanks from the UK.

[@jonathanlee8976]

Straight to the point, great explanation, and great camera work. Really good job! I normally don’t watch entire videos. However, you held my attention the whole time.

[@seanbradley6691]

thank you for doing a back to basics video. I've only been carving about a year and a half and I have watched many carving videos to try to advance my skills. What I have discovered is I'm trying too hard to get good at it instead of actually "enjoying" my hobby. By watching your videos I realized I need to step back and relax and enjoy just like it appears that you do. Thanks for sharing your gift!

[@RickBarber-x9w]

I would like to suggest you make a complete video on sharping knifes and gouges. I have been following this video and carving my own wood sprit. To be honest, having a hard time of it. Also let me add that I have been chip carving since the late 90's and my chip knives cut wood very well. After struggling to get decent cuts with my Flexcut detail knife i brought out one of my chip knives and solved my problem. Even though the flexcut seemed Sharpe and I had stropped it numerous times, it didn't seem to cut right. I spent some time this morning and did a proper sharpening and the knife now cuts well. The first lesson in my first chip carving class was sharpening a knife. I made all the difference in my desire to peruse this hobby. I firmly believe the sharping of a knife is key to enjoying the process..

[@RickBarber-x9w]

I guess I need to remember where I am putting my comments. I know you already did a video on sharpening. sorry for my placement of comments. If I could remove this comment I would.

[@benjamingough7497]

I gave this a go and your video was perfect to learn from. I’m ecstatic with the results I got. I have never been great at art, my creativity has always been more music based than visual based, but following your process here was immensely satisfying. I’m based in the UK, so, just in case you don’t know, you are inspiring and educating people all over the world. Thank you.

[@dywoodcarving]

That's great to hear! Thanks for sharing and keep up the carving!

[@normandeplume7533]

I love your simple and effective teaching method, especially the pen/paper "slides." Very nicely done and your carvings are amazing. I've just subscribed and plan to watch all your videos and really improve my novice carving skills. Thanks so much for taking the time and using your skills for the rest of us!

[@dywoodcarving]

Thank you!

[@ahmadharb]

I’m impressed by how easy your knife cuts the wood! Gotta step up my sharpening game.

[@lauriemacquanan2141]

Its Oct 17, 2023 i just found you an have only made (so far) 2 small items this is #3 I di watch the video the while way through then thought i can do this and OFF I WENT!! I did follow you step by step then paused an did reverse, hold ,laughed at myself but kept going!! I love these little gems!! Now off to do the hair!! Wavy n straight lines! Thank You.

[@JohnJude-dp6ed]

Proportions are a better approach than need for a ruler. I'll try a few Thanks

[@midnight4540]

This is well done sir, you have done the best simple basic wood spirit piece that anyone could follow. Thanks from an old Floridacracker, take care!

[@dywoodcarving]

Thanks!

[@davemurray7505]

Just did this as my first follow along. Great little project and very well presented instructions.

[@casper1240]

You and Doug Linker are the best

[@dywoodcarving]

Haha. Doug is definitely the best, but I appreciate even being mentioned with him. Thank you!

[@ananda_miaoyin]

This is what KZbin is all about!

[@roystewart4826]

Thank you nicely explained and demonstrated at the same time. Thank you 👍

[@rachthegardener]

Sliced my finger 4 days ago on a very very sharp carving knife. Gonna be wearing the sparkly metal gloves next time I pick up my knives!😮 Fortunately no major damage

[@ginabirks4910]

Gorgeous little Wood Spirit, love the smile too.

[@jorggardenier]

Thanks for this complete course! Just finished my woodspirit 😎 Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@DawnMontgomeryAuthor]

Thank you for the measurable objectives at the beginning. I love the video, but that bit at the beginning made me autosubscribe. Looking forward to learning a new skill. Thank you!

[@HideOut55007]

I've seen several methods whittling this face. The steps you choose in this order, are way easier for me to remember! Also the way you implement each step is Awesome, Thank You!

[@Old52Guy]

This is great! You have a great skill in teaching, explaining and carving.

[@timlist4173]

Thank you for the video, Very concise and perfect step by step instructions.

[@bobsmith3790]

That was the best woodcarving video I’ve seen yet. Holy cow…thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to watch another.

[@dywoodcarving]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@wolflahti412]

Clear and comprehensive

[@gwynnjones6900]

Thanks for the amazing tutorial, looks like the exact project for my new Flexcut carving jack. Many thanks.😊

[@whittler0507]

Great teching ..Thank you for helping us learn

[@dywoodcarving]

Thank you Gene!

[@wilberbarbosa621]

Your art is amazing! Congratulations on the great work! I will try to make one following these steps!

[@simonbionary11010]

New game! Drink everytime he says "V-tool". Joke aside! Superb video! Subscribing!

[@jimhobson9268]

Great video! Actually in focus with good lighting. Makes it easy to follow.

[@jackpritchard9202]

Fantastic video thankyou fornyour knowledge, and great safety tip wearing a glove too

[@Hobbyen-met-Peter]

Hello dywood, you started at the same time as I did, I will be going to view all off your videos.

[@shneebsful]

Nice mate, good intro to wood carving.

[@larrybellucci4708]

Great job! Thanks.

[@coffeebreaktude]

Wow! You just got a new subscriber. Awesome video tutorial!

[@Creophilia]

Thank you. This is my first proper carving. As you said you use these for painting examples, well, I´m going to use these on the different stainers i have.

[@vincentbedard3325]

Your carvings are amazing! Found you on Instagram and had to buy the WCI edition featuring your little Christmas gnomes! It would be great if you could do a video about your more complex wood spirits (quickly shown in that video). They are by far the coolest one ive seen

[@rossrooke5492]

Great little tutorial I'll keep coming back to this one. Thank you.

[@lennylink8772]

That was great! thanks. I like the quick ones

[@fdort3971]

@dywoodworking he's adorable! Your tools must be super sharp...thanks for the lesson

[@andrewjustandrew]

This is awesome! I think it would be cool to make these out of soap ❤

[@DoubleDowner]

Looking forward to this tutorial 🎉

[@froststatecansir1180]

Hmmm which should I make? Costing caramel cream? Horrific hazelnut? Mutating marshmallow or antidote?

[@mitchellradspinner4491]

*proceeds to make them all and explodes*

[@kathvg]

Made one of these on a tiny 1/4”x1/4”x1” wood rectangle. Wouldn’t recommend doing that-still came out pretty cool though. Will definitely make a bigger one at some point

[@rhubarbrhub]

Wonderful. Thank you so much for all the fab. tips & sharing

[@DwieSztuki]

Great video would be nice to see how to do more complex one you showed in this guide :)

[@wallacecardoso9650]

Thanks for your video!

[@GreenDayFanMT]

Great to follow and understand

[@Breed2019]

Thanks a lot sir❤👌

[@ajhirsch327]

These are awesome, I have to try it out!

[@mikeyoung7660]

Great lesson loved it thank you. Looking forward to watching more 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧

[@RuneTrips]

Subbed. I dont know when. But i will eventually! So cool

[@WilliamRecardo]

Thank you very good new subscriber

[@paulmacnally206]

Very good.

[@Richard.357]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@suzysmith9186]

Now I know where my kids Jenga blocks went!

[@doughutcherson9358]

Awesome.

[@stephenwhittier6439]

Thanks for sharing ! 👍

[@fschorn]

You must be a teacher too! "Learning Targets" is the tell...

[@jakesrosslee475]

Well done and thx for the guidance

[@bluegrassmagee8697]

This is such a wonderful video! I've always wanted to know how to make my carving look like an old tree. And, I so appreciate you posting a link to the gouge you used. Wondering what kind of glove that is you're using, I've never seen one like that & is that a good one? Thank You !!

[@dywoodcarving]

Thank you! I've added a link to the glove in the description of the video. I also have a video about different glove options if you're interested.

[@bluegrassmagee8697]

@@dywoodcarving Thank You so much for the glove info! I can't seem to find one that the index finger isn't a mile to long LOL! I'm really having fun with a carving set I got for Christmas thanks to your video.

[@Mr.MI7]

you make it look like you are slicing apples

[@mrz29z]

I'm new here, what kind of wood would you recommend? Also this looks awesome, thanks for the tutorial!

[@dywoodcarving]

Basswood. I do have a video on wood if you want more details. Thanks for watching!

[@nick.pphotos]

Awesome video, thank you so much👌

[@dougroll8139]

Great video. The process was easy to follow!👍

[@dywoodcarving]

Thanks Doug!

[@loribrooks6736]

Love this! Thank you

[@Chimer24-qs5wo]

A great video tutorial, thank you )O(

[@hatednyc]

Lovely work.

[@yymmyyyymmyy2630]

What kind of wood you are using and what kind is better to start with? Thanks for answer and this guide, I do my try, looks very relaxing and nice hobby

[@dywoodcarving]

This is basswood and that is what I would recommend if you can get it.

[@cherrycordial4180]

Nice job! Those look so good! Especially painting all those colours. Thanks for making this video showing how to do it. If I can't get ahold of a 1/4" 60, what would be better, a 45 or 70?

[@dywoodcarving]

Either would work. I'd probably go with the 70 as the 45 would be pretty narrow.

[@cherrycordial4180]

@@dywoodcarvingThank you! I'm so excited to try this!

[@sman7099]

This is really lovely. Sorry if I missed, but what wood is you're using? I picked up some wood from a hardware store (dont know what it is) and it's so hard to carve.

[@dywoodcarving]

The wood is basswood. I have a separate video on wood selection that takes about this in more detail as well.

[@sman7099]

@@dywoodcarving Thank you!

[@AlexDiaz-wx3ng]

Deuteronomy 4:28 “And there ye shall serve gods, the work of men's hands, wood and stone, which neither see, nor hear, nor eat, nor smell.”

[@mikefloyd1245]

For a minute there, it looked like squidwards house 😂

[@kristiankhoshaba5536]

really nice video, but could you tell me how you find good wood and that shape.

[@Hobbyen-met-Peter]

nice video thanks

[@nre_nuker]

V tools dont feel well in your fingers. Wood spirt turned out great for my first thanks to you. I should look into a cut golve lol. Just stubborn

[@rafaelramos1486]

Very good video help me a lot.Thanks

[@JohnColgan.]

Question on the business end of V-Gouge, your current side profile is square ._____| some ore angled in/out _____/. Or _____\ I bought one they _____/ shape, difficult to sharpen, but nice clean easy carves. One arrived today _____\ very difficult to use as it wants to dig in. Is it viable/safe to regarding to better shape? Have you any videos on using different V-Gouge shapes?

[@dywoodcarving]

I believe you are referring to the different angles of the v gouges, they do come in a variety of angles and sizes. The one in the video is a 1/4 inch, 60 degree true V tool. I have a video that explains the differences in v tools, including sizes, angles and the difference between a "true" v or "soft" v. Maybe this will help if you haven't seen it yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGLaiXmBgdqWbsk

[@dntfeedthemnkys]

@dywoodcarving - thank you for this. Amazing video and guidance. I’m struggling to find a v tool like yours (palm, with that blade length). Do you mind sharing the tool brand/name that you’re using here? 🙏

[@OGsNitroRCs]

Awesome job brotha...grade A on explaining everything.. nice!👍🏽

[@RyanDogs]

Thank you for the video brother, what do you use to paint them? They look beautiful

[@dywoodcarving]

Thank you! They are painted with watered down acrylic paint, then antiqued. I have a video showing the antiquing process I use if you're interested.

[@RyanDogs]

@@dywoodcarving thank you brother I am interested

[@unretributed2498]

Watch this @2x speed. So much better

[@LeMayJoseph]

I’ve always called that tool a scorp!

[@NichaelCramer]

Nice video. A possibly dumb question: I assume the 3/4X3/4X4 inch block is basswood? (This might have been made clear in other videos, but it wasn’t mentioned here.)

[@dywoodcarving]

Yes, basswood.

[@tomevans4402]

Love it

[@craig7285]

I have never watched a video on whittling before this one. I am very interested but can’t seem to find a v tool like this easily online. Any suggestions on where to get this in the UK?

[@dywoodcarving]

You can see my video on v tools for some more options. I'm guessing you could find one from flexcut that should work ok for your purposes, but I'm less familiar with where to purchase in the UK.

[@craig7285]

@@dywoodcarving thanks, I had a look at that but still can’t find a v tool other than the drakes one which unfortunately has a 6 month waiting list at the moment! I’m going to try the wood spirit with just a knife and see what happens. Thanks for the great content! Do you know many people who whittle or is it mostly online interactions with people?

[@Nick-pt2px]

Is it normal to have the wood become really chippy and splintery as you use the v tool? Also how hard do you have to push with the v tool? It is so hard to push using basswood

[@dywoodcarving]

It shouldn't really be hard to push through, but may take some practice. I wouldn't say splintering is normal, but it is possible with the v tool because one side is usually carving against the grain while the other is carving with the grain. I explain this more in my video on v tools along with some tips for making clean cuts.

[@bernhardtmitdt2586]

you are the Bob Ross of the wood carvers 😂

[@selina.c]

Hello I've just found your channel. I'm just getting into wood work (carving) can I ask what type of wood this is. At the moment I only have some basswood l thanks

[@dywoodcarving]

This is basswood.

[@JIMHusky]

Thanks :)

[@gryph82]

It's a gouge 😁

[@mikrich76]

I may have missed it, but what kind of wood, and HOW do you sharpen your tools?

[@dywoodcarving]

It's basswood. I have a video on v tools that includes how to sharpen them and see my video on strops for the knives.