How To Carve A Kuksa - Paul Adamson

[@Zedoutdoors]

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[@thatguyonabicycleofconsurv3908]

Zed Outdoors what does he use for a spoon knife and contact information so I can get one

[@pauladamson9191]

I use one made by Bo Helgesson. Its pretty hard to get hold of now but the next best thing is an xl scorp by Lee stoffer - covert-craft.myshopify.com/ as its a left and right hander in one which is brilliant for spoons, and even better for shrink pots and finishing Kuksa. Also Robin wood makes a similar shape via his company wood-tools.co.uk/

[@johnvanderwalker4830]

Is this book available in the US?

[@pauladamson9191]

Yes sure, you can get it via Etsy www.etsy.com/uk/listing/604888102/kuksa-a-guide-to-hand-carved-wooden-cups?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=kuksa%20book&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1

[@ogive8]

Just ordered one, thanks!! Great video Zed and Paul!!

[@aegismule13]

Zed, Ive watched maybe 90% of your videos, This is my favorite. I watched from start to finish :) Paul, you are one talented fellow,Im 52 years old , played with knives for at leats 45 of those. Today i learned several different ways to use a knife :) . Thank you both

[@Zedoutdoors]

Firstly John I sincerely appreciate you having watched my videos, secondly I couldn't agree with you more reg Paul, a fine and talented fellow is he ~Peace~

[@aegismule13]

dont thank me, :) thank you for making awesome videos.always nice to come home flip thru the tv channels(nothing but garbage) then a notice pops up on comp. Zed outdoors has uploaded a new vid. yes something decent to watch. thanks my friend

[@TJackSurvival]

Nailed it!

[@joedorotik9159]

hi I enjoyed this from start to finish, i am 82 and enjoyed you honesty from start to finish. Thank you very much!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thats awesome to hear Joe and you are never too old to learn! ~Peace~

[@seandwyer2020]

I think it's important to see this process with Paul taking his time, explaining his cuts, where he holds the work and why. Too many videos are sped up and in the end, teach one nothing. Thank you Zed and Paul.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed these longer videos are not to everyones taste but I aim to include as much of the process as possible when teaching any given topic. Sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching Sean thank you ~Peace~

[@lucijanoiveljic2179]

I literally sat here for two hours watching a bloke carve wood. And I honestly enjoyed every minute. The tips are fantastic as well

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind thank you ~Peace~

[@seniorchiefharris]

The 'best' video I have ever viewed on how to carve a kuksa cup!!! Thanks soooo much for all the time and effort you and Paul expended on this great video! I'm currently having some difficulty in my first kuksa and you both answered many of my questions and hopefully will help me complete my 1st Kuksa!!! Thanks for all you do and both of your efforts and valuable experience for 'beginners' like me!!! Safe carving and bushcraft to both of you!!!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Hi Kenn I sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching, a huge thanks goes to Paul for allowing me to document his process that he has taken many years to refine. Best of luck with your carving my friend and thank you once again for your kind words ~Peace~

[@triumphgibbo7872]

Great vid Zed. Lovely to hear someone who is clearly very accomplished still mention bits being 'difficult', he's a lovely humble bloke. Keep em coming- I always enjoy them.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Amen to that, Paul although very skilful is still very humble too. Sincerely appreciate you watching and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@genemullen6962]

I'm just starting down this road. This is a very good video and instruction that will remain timeless. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate the kind words and happy carving my friend ~Peace~

[@jplamb77]

I just ordered Paul’s book,,, !!!!! This video has been a tremendous Encouragement to me,, in pursuing my hobby . Thank You so much,,, I’ll be sharing this with my friends,,, Appalachian Trucker,,,,

[@Zedoutdoors]

Oh wow cool and thank you for supporting Pauls work by buying his book, that means a lot ~Peace~

[@ryanberry2968]

Chilling with a whiskey, watching how to make a kuksa, cheers young man

[@pauladamson9191]

The best way to watch craft :) I have a special kuksa just for the occasion.

[@Zedoutdoors]

You the man Ryan :) ~Peace~

[@bojanpopic]

I learned more about carving from this video than from all others. Big thanks for both of you from Serbia.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Hvala :) ~Peace~

[@fergusrb]

Thanks Zed, really enjoyed your video. I tend to like the longer videos, but you can't make everyone happy. I like all the tutorials that you have done. Some people gripe that it is the same thing over and over. but to me with each different presenter I learn something new. For me keep it up and thanks again. Bruce from the City of Orange California USA.

[@Zedoutdoors]

I couldn't agree with you more Bruce, each crafts person brings their own unique style and flavour. Thank you for watching my friend ~Peace~

[@sherriestes-erwin1908]

Wow! Paul is such an amazing and patient teacher. And the natural beauty of the wood.... Just WOW! 😊

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed Paul is a very knowledgable and experienced teacher. Sincerely appreciate the kind words and for watching ~Peace~

[@percywest5448]

Great instructional video. There is a lot of detail on the way you approach shaping and the technique for the carving in the various positions. I cant wait to get the basic tools and give it try. Very inspiring tutorial. Beautiful work. Thank you for sharing.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate your kind words and for watching thank you ~Peace~

[@WorkshopAntics]

Brilliant video. Well paced, light hearted instruction. The constant reminder that failure is likely makes me keen to have a go

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching, thank you ~Peace~

[@SunyJim]

It looks easier that I thought it would be, I very likely will give this a go. Thanks Zed, and Thanks Paul!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate your kind words Colin and best of luck with you having a go my man ~Peace~

[@dereklapointe6001]

This video is more than exceptional. I've tried a few of these, with limited tools and knowledge. This video really fills in many of the gaps for me. I really like the vids with Paul. I have learned a lot of useful tips. Now a tool sharpening video would really complete this. Thanks so much.

[@Zedoutdoors]

I sincerely appreciate you watching and for your kind words Derek, reg sharpening I have already done a detailed video on that topic with my friend Lee Stoffer you may want to check out ~Peace~

[@dereklapointe6001]

Thanks, I will check it out.

[@warrior5090]

thanks Paul, that was very informative and enjoyable to watch, I’m hooked already and searching internet to buy my tools to have a go

[@Zedoutdoors]

Best of luck my friend and appreciate your kind words ~Peace~

[@CertifiedSunset]

I've been considering taking up carving and I always wanted to carve a kuksa, decided to stop waiting and just jump into it. The tools are on the way and should be here soon!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thats awesome to hear! sincerely wishing you the best and do let me know how you get on ~Peace~

[@siksikaoutdoors5203]

Thanks Zed & Paul for a really enjoyable well presented tutorial. Informative, inspirational and ideal Sunday tranquility stuff comes to mind. Big respect to you guys, Shine Ever On

[@Zedoutdoors]

Huge thanks goes to Paul for allowing me to film his entire process and as always a sincere thank you too for your kind words ~Peace~

[@michaelboone5398]

Share this on other social media. The world needs more of this.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate you watching Michael thank you ~Peace~

[@NunalSaPaa]

Absolutely love your videos featuring Paul! I learned so many things! Please feature some more of Paul? Thank you so much for making these videos for us, Zed. Sincerely appreciate your effort to bring us high-quality content. Thank you!

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind Nunal thank you, indeed I would love to do more videos with Paul however distance is a problem and also he is very busy with work, but hopefully in the future when the time is right ~Peace~

[@NunalSaPaa]

Thank you for your response, Zed. My name's Kristine. =)

[@Zedoutdoors]

My apologise, thank you Kristine :) ~Peace~

[@NunalSaPaa]

No need to apologize, Zed! Peace! Hugs!

[@jeremynorman5329]

Just fantastic. Best instructional video I have seen. Thank you Paul for all the tips.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate your kind words and for watching Jeremy ~Peace~

[@jeremynorman5329]

@@Zedoutdoors You are welcome. Thankfully have found your page...so lot's to look at.

[@brooksadamson1993]

This video got my attention for 2 reason. 1- I'm hooked on wanting to learn to carve spoons, bowls, etc and 2- My great Grandfather's name was Paul Adamson

[@Zedoutdoors]

Oh wow small world, i'm sure your great grandfather was a great man too ~Peace~

[@Olorin7]

Wow. Even not quite taking on a kuksa project yet, there are TONS of useful skills and tips from a master. Using mostly one knife for all my work at this point, this video was very informative and a pleasure to watch. Cheers!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate the kind words and awesome to hear this video helped you in some way ~Peace~

[@BarefootBeekeeper]

"you don't need a fancy axe" - I agree! Too many people think you need to spend a fortune on a fancy axe before you can carve - not true. Learn to grind and sharpen and save your money.

[@Zedoutdoors]

100% Phil and buying cheap vintage axes/heads is also a great cheap option too ~Peace~

[@pauladamson9191]

Right on! :)

[@iantweedie7877]

Brilliant Zed. Thank you. And thank you to Paul for being so generous with his skills.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your kind words and indeed, huge thank you to Paul for allowing me to document his process so that others may learn ~Peace~

[@lewisward8483]

Paul, Wonderful demonstration on carving especially the tips.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Lewis ~Peace~

[@cetuspa]

Best tutorial on kuksa making I have found on youtube by far..........

[@Zedoutdoors]

That is very kind of you to say so thank you ~Peace~

[@gopanBushcraft]

i love it ! i love the basic type the most. here in sweden most kuksas are realy small about 200 ml i have to make a "English Tea-kuksa" soon! great video as always Zed

[@pauladamson9191]

Zeth Linder Glad you enjoyed it. I like the term " English tea kuksa" ☺

[@Zedoutdoors]

English Tea Kuksa ha! ...luv you Zeth! ~Peace~

[@rclaws1347]

I am a retired carpenter with 40 acres of forest land so I've got plenty of trees and I like working with wood. I came on line looking for some projects to do with ax, drawknife and pocket knife. I'm gonna give this a try, thanks for the video.

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are blessed to have access to such resources, hoping your Kuksa endeavours go well and wishing you the best of luck my friend ~Peace~

[@rclaws1347]

I thought I had all the wood working tools I would ever need, but I already figured out I need a good gouge. I do hope all my family likes their kuksa's when I get them made.

[@saraskold9631]

Thank you Zed for documenting all of these woodworking skills!

[@Zedoutdoors]

As always Sara you are very kind thank you! ~Peace~

[@CraNiumMT]

Thanks for this video, Paul seems such a nice and humble guy... has some good teaching skills too ... Gona try my first Kuksa carving soon... after watching this vid I feel more prepared for it. Thanks Paul and Zed!

[@pauladamson9191]

Go for it Luke, its easy and fun. :) Take your time and seal up the cup well with the curing oils for a few weeks before use, and you should be good to go.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Luke and do let us know how you get on with carving your own buddy ~Peace~

[@TJackSurvival]

This was pure awesomeness! Oh let me translate that to British... Brilliant! But now I need more tools...

[@Zedoutdoors]

Always a reason to buy more tools ;) ~Peace~

[@jenniferschooling8710]

Did a Kuksa course with Paul at the Bodgers Ball earlier in the year - brilliant day. And great now to have this video to remind me of all the things I've forgotten!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Paul is a talented guy and for whom i'm grateful he allowed me to document his process for all to learn from. Appreciate you watching Jennifer ~Peace~

[@VestigialHead]

Gotcha. Nice video, really like the tips on how to carve from different directions and angles.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed yes spoon carving is very dynamic by it's very nature ~Peace~

[@StevePage1]

Thank you! I started carving a kuksa a few nights ago, stored it in a bandana in a plastic bag, and brought it out last night to finish shaping/smoothing the wood, and even in the hour or so that I had it out, a couple surface cracks were starting to form. I got it right back wadded up in paper towels and stashed it in a cardboard box - hoping the cracks slow down!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Hi Steve indeed yes it's all a learning curve and wish you the best with your carving moving forward buddy ~Peace~

[@BillyBigBaws]

Fantastic, what more can you say. Long live the craft

[@pauladamson9191]

Long live it indeed :)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Amen to that! ~Peace~

[@АлексейСергеевич-ю5ю]

Zed, after watching your videos, my own hands are "itching" to do something! I also cut a little cookies, plates, restore Finnish axes. And your videos are set up for work and teach cutting techniques. thank you!

[@Zedoutdoors]

I sincerely appreciate your kind words and the projects you are working on sound amazing! Take care and happy carving my friend ~Peace~

[@kai_johnsonn]

I'm trying to make one at home, what size log would you recommend? I was using Sycamore, but got half way through then realised it was most probably going to be too small to hold a decent amount of fluid after carving!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Hi Kai it all depends on the size of Kuksa you are making, go for a log that when you axe the sides of it it is the dimensions of your Kuksa width and length ways ~Peace~

[@AcfLavertyy]

I really enjoyed this video. Thankyou so much. Paul is clearly very knowledgeable and he passes on so much information so effortlessly. I learnt so much on top of the kuksa stuff. Thanks again for making the video!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate the kind words and indeed Paul is a stellar teacher ~Peace~

[@sgwknives2184]

nice one zed. Thanks for all the time and effort these things take, same to Paul as well.

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind my friend thank you ~Peace~

[@jplamb77]

This has been the best tutorial’s I’ve ever seen in regards to wood carving. This quality video is a tremendous help to those of us who are just starting out. BZ,,,!!!!!! Thank you very much. I’ll be watching this more than once,,,, God bless,,,, Appalachian Trucker,,,

[@Zedoutdoors]

Hey Josh thats awesome to hear and I sincerely appreciate the kind words thank you ~Peace~

[@christopheleblanc9175]

great video , very instructional ,safe technique instruction too , thanks to both of you

[@Zedoutdoors]

I appreciate your kind words and for watching Chris ~Peace~

[@somatder]

Great and very informative video. Used it as a primary source for making them. As a somewhat seasoned woodcarver I didn't have much trouble making them - I made 3 in three days. However, they are more physically demanding than spoonmaking because of all the endgrain work involved. Started by drawing out the shape and fastened it with clamps to a 4 x 4. I don't own a gouge so I just did the stock removal with a regular straight edged woodworking chisel - worked out very nicely and is great fun to do. Finish it up with a regular mora spoon knife while still clamped up. Much less work than I expected. Now they are drying just wrapped up in cotton cloth and I am hoping for the best.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Its great to hear you made the process your own, thats what its all about in the end. Many thanks for watching and for the kind words ~Peace~

[@hermangerrits8938]

Great craftsman. Like your video. Greetings from Holland.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Herman ~Peace~

[@PineMartyn]

This was an outstanding instructional, both in terms of demonstration of techniques and exposition of the reason and best best practices. Thanks for recording and uploading this. Cheers, - Martin

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate you watching and for your kind words Martin thank you ~Peace~

[@alexdewitt9814]

thanks for the great tutorial, can't wait to try it. Where on earth do you get an axe that nice for £5?! I've been saving up for a Gransfors but i might change course now!

[@pauladamson9191]

Any car boot sale. When you buy a gransfors, you are paying someone to sharpen good bevels and to a fine finish. Any old Kent british pattern or in the videos case, a German made one will work just as well after an hour with a file and some stones. I have dozens of them. Normally I get them for free!

[@alexdewitt9814]

Oh great, I'll get hunting! Thanks Paul.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Alex and like you I will be looking out for cheap axe heads too! ~Peace~

[@mtnman4766]

I really appreciate the comment about not having to spend the rent money for an expensive axe. I found a cheap one that I've re-profiled to look just like those speedy ones. Sharpening and honing well provides the same service at a fraction of the cost. Also have the satisfaction of doing it myself. Now I just have to develop the killer carving skills Paul has. Amazing! Thanks for the great tutorial.

[@pauladamson9191]

Great stuff Martin. That's what its all about. Getting stuck into the skills making things right from the start and learning how kit works, rather than breaking the bank.

[@bobhead6243]

What a great video , simple way to show the basics of wood carving , be well my friends .

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind Bob thank you ~Peace~

[@kan-zee]

*Outstanding Instructor* !!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Amen to that, very humble too ~Peace~

[@rostamr4096]

This is the best video on how to make Kuksa. Thank you

[@Zedoutdoors]

That is very kind of you to say so thank you ~Peace~

[@pennynicholls]

Thanks much Zed & Paul for the vid... Learned alot fellas... Cheers (Y)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Madame Nicholls thank you :) ~Peace~

[@duaneschultz9230]

Thank you very much for the video. It was very informative and I plan on trying to make a cup soon. Have a great day and God bless you both and your families.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching Duane thank you ~Peace~

[@Waldhandwerk]

Very nice Zed and Paul! Great work. Happy Easter.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Danke Sepp and likewise too my friend ~Peace~

[@windhamcabin]

Great video Zed. You did an excellent job discussing all the steps and option! The kuksa carving experience is something special. I have done many. The only thing I can say is it takes time and not to rush! take care -Chris 🤘

[@Zedoutdoors]

Chris you are too kind my friend and your Kuksa skill are also very inspiring, keep up the amazing work my friend ~Peace~

[@sambosshard6588]

Thank you Zed and Paul for this great video! Question: Would apple be a good wood for carving a kuksa? Many thanks! Greatings from Switzerland, Sam

[@pauladamson9191]

Hi Sam, Apple (Malus sp.) would work, and look great. Just harder to carve than birch (Betula sp.) etc.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Sam and what Paul said :) I have a friend in Slovakia named Karel who has carved some stunning Kuksa's out of Apple wood ~Peace~

[@ginacute1]

@@Zedoutdoors Hardwood is more likely to crack though ;) Great vid, just made my first Kook-sah (not finished yet) only using hand tools, I'm putting it in the freezer in a ziplock plastic bag while I'm not working at it. This is supposed to keep it from drying out too quickly

[@wolframgarten4365]

Great video! Never saw a better one about Kuksas... Much appreciated!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thats awesome to hear thank you! ~Peace~

[@pauladamson9191]

Cheers Wolfram. Hopefully we will do a new one after lockdown.

[@simonhopkins3867]

love the Elm with thin walls.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Stunning isn't it ~Peace~

[@geoffallert1921]

I have just got into wood carving and this video helped a lot. Good stuff fellas.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thats great to hear Geoff and happy carving my friend ~Peace~

[@pauladamson9191]

Have fun Geoff

[@Standswithabeer]

2 thumbs up! Lovely kuksa. Great video, man.

[@Zedoutdoors]

You the man bro thank you ~Peace~

[@Traderjoe]

Amazing video! Paul is superb and made it look much easier than it is. He obviously has years of muscle memory and practice with the tools. Fantastic all the way around! I’ll never haggle with anyone selling them who made it after seeing the effort that went into it!

[@Zedoutdoors]

I owe Paul a huge thanks for allowing me to document his process that he;s taken many years to refine. Appreciate you watching and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@RJ-oo3vf]

Enjoyed the video and to see how to make a kuksa and... gotcha :)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you for watching and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@Tbehartoo]

I really appreciate you explaining why you are doing what you're doing and for the helpful way you talked about remembering past mistakes so that you can learn from them. Thank you!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed those are very important in order to help folk like yourselves best, thank you for watching and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@dogmandoug1715]

Thank you Zed/Paul, thoroughly enjoyed that.

[@dogmandoug1715]

A thing of Beauty

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Dougie ~Peace~

[@VRWarehouse]

how long did this take? like, the video is 85 mins but how long did it actually take. I'd love to make something like this.

[@pauladamson9191]

A cup takes between 2 and 4 hours to do the rough carving depending on size, then a couple more hours to finish to a good standard and decorate.

[@Zedoutdoors]

What Paul said :) ~Peace~

[@snowwalker9999]

This was the best kuksa carving video I have seen. I like Paul's choices of tools and techniques. Fantastic job!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly my friend ~Peace~

[@MrEdgarallanPoe]

I'm watching the video and I can't believe how can you do such a beautiful things without so many tools, you just inspired me guys to try to do some kuksa and spoon. Best video I have ever seen why? Simple, you try to explain everything in the simplest way possible going from the tools you use until the wood you chop.Cheers from ARGENTINA!!!!. Keep up the EXCELLENT work you both do

[@Zedoutdoors]

Gracias my friend ~Peace~

[@MrJRW1]

0.45 where Zed introduces Paul I thought he said he’s an experienced “cross dresser”! 😂 I had to stop the video and replay it again to find out.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Ha! hey you never know what people get up to behind closed doors ;) ~Peace~

[@Dylfunkle]

Personally, I like that just as much.

[@PaulOutdoors]

What a privilege and pleasure Zed to be able to watch and listen to Paul, a true craftsman, takes us through this, step by step aided and abetted by your good self. I was actually considering purchasing a kuksa of Ebay (yes I know sacrilege) but will now instead attempt to make my own. Thank you for the inspiration and thank you as always for sharing. I will subscribe to Paul's channel. Happy wandering. Paul :)

[@Zedoutdoors]

Must be something cool about Pauls heh ;) Do let us know how you get on and as always I sincerely appreciate your kind words & for watching ~Peace~

[@PaulOutdoors]

Zed Outdoors To quote a great sage of our time... ''That's what she said''. 👀 ;)

[@leestephenson4952]

Zed, this is really interesting & I understand that my being from U. S. That I’m the one with the bloody accent, but I missed so much without captions. Shite

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly for watching Lee ~Peace~

[@flacoral]

Oh, sorry. Thank you, Zed, for going and spending the time with Paul and for sharing. I forgot who's channel I was watching. Thank Paul for us for sharing his time and expertise.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Mark ~Peace~

[@GreenerGlens]

I love this video. Paul seems like a lovely bloke with great patience & skills. Very informative video Zed & very pleasing to watch. Thanks

[@Zedoutdoors]

Indeed Paul is a very talented yet humble guy and I hope to see him again soon for more filming ~Peace~

[@robvegart]

As a child, i used to watch Kuksa Fran & Ollie.... Great vid.

[@Zedoutdoors]

lol I had to Google that as not heard of it before :) Appreciate you watching Robert ~Peace~

[@fastfranki108]

Fantastic to see a very detailed approach. My first effort has split, my second is holding up and still in progress. Great video thanks guys ~Respect

[@Zedoutdoors]

Nice going Glen, lots of learnign carvin g one of these so you're making good ground. Happy carving my friend ~Peace~

[@kenedgerly6473]

Another great video! They may be long by some standards but to me they go by fast. Really appreciate videos done in real time and to me 2hrs is never too long and actually very calming to watch when they are as interesting as your's always seem to be.

[@Zedoutdoors]

I sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching Ken thank you! ~Peace~

[@sounddesign4941]

Thanks Zed and Paul.. this is the best lesson I've seen on reading the wood and developing foresight on the curves and grain the knives will want to follow... the importance of providing relief to prevent tear out etc... I've just started on spoons and wow.. twice I've had to stitch myself up.. I've started wearing meat cutters gloves (their like light chain mail) on my holding hand. Getting better now and don't use the glove so often.. Thanks again for the lessons.. cheers..

[@Zedoutdoors]

Yeh got to be very careful with how one holds the tools and wood, and technique thats used. I have videos on my channel teaching spoon carving in depth you may find useful if you haven't seen them already as they also cover safe techniques that avoid injury ~Peace~

[@flacoral]

I'm sure I'll never make a Kuksa but watching a master, as always, is a pleasure. As well as entertaining it is also good brain food. I make a few walking sticks, or staffs, working on a couple of canes and I'm a 3 year beginner flintknapper (arrowheads, spear points)). Gonna take up power carving for some of my staffs as well as some small wood spirits, goblins, etc, all of which will be for sale. So, brain food. Thanks for sharing. You're truly a master that makes it seem so easy.

[@Zedoutdoors]

What you are doing sounds amazing and I sincerely appreciate your kind words reg this video with Paul! ~Peace~

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Many Bush Craft sites do Kuksa cups and bowls but yours is the definitive, step-by-step one. I feel as if I could do one that would work if I watched this a time or two more! Thanks.

[@Zedoutdoors]

My whole intention was to film this in a way that it does just that, takes you step by step throughout the entire process. Appreciate you watching James and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@ainsygray]

Great info , quality effort in the videography , detailed to perfection

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind thank you ~Peace~

[@richardwilliamson3624]

Great instructional video. Paul has a brilliant relaxed teaching style. Thank you.

[@Zedoutdoors]

So very true Richard and I appreciate your kind words thank you ~Peace~

[@RegularSean]

Absolutely brilliant. Awesome tutorial. Has me itching to get my tools out of storage and get back to carving this month! Keep up the feature length films, I love them!

[@pauladamson9191]

Great, stuff. Glad you feel like getting back into carving again.

[@Zedoutdoors]

You the man bro thank you ~Peace~

[@WillliamChaverri]

Best kuksa making class ever. I order your book already.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Awesome you are supporting a great craftsman by doing that, thank you kindly ~Peace~

[@EricTaillefer-Qc]

One of the best videos that I've seen. Very informtive and instructive. I will make one. Thank you!!!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Best of luck Eric and appreciate your kind words ~Peace~

[@doubbiss]

Just to tell you that u are being watched in the international ahah And this video made the french man that i am wanted to try and learn that stuff ... Very glad that he showed the 3 tools (and the axe) we can start with ... as a traveller having many tools will stop me but only 3 like them looks fine to me :) Thanks mate, peace ✌ Very nice video !

[@Zedoutdoors]

Merci my friend and happy carving! :) ~Peace~

[@scruff_uk]

Another outstanding resource amigos. Thank you so much for taking the time to explode Kuksa carving for us! All the best scruffuk

[@Zedoutdoors]

You the man dude thank you ~Peace~

[@joetaylor486]

Outstanding video! Massive props to Paul for sharing and to you for bringing him to us. Carved a kuksa myself from a sycamore burl, using a bushcraft knife and an ambi crook knife alone. Man that was some graft and left me not wanting to do another. Nice to hear Paul went through similar himself. BTW sycamore burl = pinholes!!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate you watching and for your kind words Joe, i'm very grateful to Paul that he allowed me to document his process that he's taken many years to refine. Not sure if you've seen it but I filmed a video with a talented craftsman called Martin Hazell on how to carve Kuksa's from Burl that you may find useful too as he addresses the issue with pinholes in that ~Peace~

[@joetaylor486]

Zed Outdoors - thanks muchly mate, you are da bom. I will look it up. Really like your approach. BTW, the video on Kolrosing was fab too.

[@richardedwards5438]

Such a fabulous video Zed, love the long videos and you ask the questions just as I was thinking them. Paul was great. Cheers

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate your kind words and for watching Richard thank you ~Peace~

[@farflung956]

5/23 Tanks Zed & Paul! Getting ready to make my first. Thinking I'de better make a bowl bench first. Wish me luck!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate the kind words and best of luck making your own! ~Peace~

[@texasshantyman6358]

Another fine video and another excellent way to save this knowledge for future generations. Well done! I also love the questions you ask Zed. I find my self thinking them up and you asking them a short moment later. Very intuitive. Keep up the good work! Peace from Texas!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate the kind words and for watching my friend ~Peace~

[@chadb360]

Thanks guys, the most detailed video on carving a Kuksa. Much appreciated.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Appreciate you watching and for your kind words ~Peace~

[@KreekyKat5983]

You always make such clear detailed videos. And always ask exactly the questions that are in my mind! brilliant. thank you

[@Zedoutdoors]

You are very kind and I sincerely appreciate your kind words thank you ~Peace~

[@davidedwards8203]

thank you Zed and Paul. Paul. a demo of how you sharpen your various tools would be helpful. Sharpening to a extra-fine edge is always a challenge. Again, thank you for the wonderful video.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you for the kind words, David regarding sharpening I have other videos on my channel covering that in detail ~Peace~

[@jamieforsyth4804]

That was very addictive watching and fascinating from start to finish.What a great guy and very talented .I'll be looking for some birch to make my own. Stay safe and best wishes...

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching Jamie thank you ~Peace~

[@rocherludovic]

Your chanel is amazing Zed! thank you very much! around 9:00 Paul says that if we buy only one gouge, buy the curved one. Can we knock on it like he does with the straight gouge? thanks for your reply

[@Zedoutdoors]

I sincerely appreciate the kind words and for watching, indeed yes you can knock the curved gouge too ~Peace~

[@mtnman4766]

Zed, I want to thank you and Paul for one of the best teaching vids I've ever seen! The step by step explanations really cleared up a lot of questions I've had and have given me the confidence to make my own Kuksa. I just subscribed and am going to catch up on past vids and watch for new ones. Thanks again!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Sincerely appreciate your kind words Martin and really happy to hear Paul's instruction has helped in some way with your endeavours in carving a Kuksa. I'm extremely grateful that Paul allowed me to document his processes that he's taken many years to refine. Best of luck and thank you once again for your kind comment ~Peace~

[@evry1tookem]

my recent obsession with scandanavia, Vikings, ancient wood working, and kuksas, this is a very studying video.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Most definitely I am fascinated with those topics too ~Peace~

[@chypres89]

Great instructor. Paul was awesome. Good video.

[@Zedoutdoors]

Paul is a star for allowing me to film this video and appreciate you watching & for your kind words ~Peace~

[@chypres89]

Good questions from you also :)

[@walterpalmer2749]

Thank you Zed. Thank you Paul. Nice work. I would be worried about the Kuska cracking. I guess one can oil treat the wood ? I need to get off my buttisimo and do some of this. The good thing about this video is that we can return to it , as a refresher, when it's our turn to make a Kuska. Nice video Zed, as always.

[@Zedoutdoors]

I appreciate you watching and for your kinds Walter, hoping this video helps in your future endeavours carving Kuksa and be sure to let me know how you get on, best of luck dude ~Peace~

[@sandihester]

Guys - GREAT video!!! I'm a newbie to carving and have been playing around with spoon carving and this gave me some great tips with that as well!

[@Zedoutdoors]

Thank you kindly Sandi and best of luck with your carving endeavours ~Peace~

[@affalaffaa]

Excellent video, cheers to both of you. Sharing the knowledge like that Paul is almost over generous. A few years ago I carved out a basic kuksa looking cup out of sycamore. I cheated, drilled lots of holes and chiseled out the bowl and left it looking pretty ugly inside. Learnt a lot from this. Off to go gouge shopping for a start.

[@pauladamson9191]

Thanks, glad you liked it. Gouges are the way to go. Have fun shopping. I can recommend the Pfeil 7L 25 for the curved one.

[@Zedoutdoors]

I sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching ~Peace~