How to Carve a Simple 6" Gnome -One Knife -Full Tutorial

#woodcarving #whittling #gnome
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-today we are carving a lifesize (6") gnome using just a 1 3/4" OCCTools knife.The wood i am using is a Basswood block measuring 1 1/2" square and 6" tall
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[@paulsiwy6097]

I really enjoy your videos Doug. Such a wealth of information and watching you carve is far better than trying to learn the cuts from a book. I learn much better by watching than reading. I started this a little late in life. I am 68 yrs and started with cottonwood bark about 10 yrs ago but after moving to Saskatchewan from Ontario to a farm I put it aside so I could work on my property. I was hospitalized about 2 yrs ago due to an autoimmune attack on my spinal cord. While in hospital I asked my wife to bring my carving tools and workpiece to the hospital so I wouldn't go nuts from boredom. I was there for a month and the nurses regularly stopped to check on the carving progress. It certainly kept me busy and in good spirits. After finding your videos I have a renewed interest and really enjoying it. You mentioned that one day you would do a video on carving eyes. Did you make one after all? You made a great many videos and I am working my way through them. Congratulations on your sponsorship with Woodcarving Illustrative

[@cloudysilverpaws]

I am also learning a bit late in life. As a girl scout so early in life, I was permitted a dull pocket knife, so I never really knew what fun carving could be. To Doug - Thanks for such clear instruction on carving and caring for knives.

[@bensimpson9175]

Guys? Can we all take a moment to appreciate the little tricks Doug teaches, if you watch carefully? Like using his fingers as a “jig” along the side of the block of wood, so he can draw straight lines, accurately and quickly. 👍 For those of you new to his channel, Doug is a finish carpenter by trade. So he has a lifetime of tips and tricks that make his work/play easier…and he’s a heck of a nice guy to pass them on.

[@larryprocunier8744]

He’s a natural in front of the camera. Very enjoyable to watch. Professes not to be a teacher but I think he is excellent at it.

[@sYs85]

What a great carving (as always)! I started carving about a year ago inspired by your videos. Those little gnomes and (in my case) witches and knights brought a smile to the people I have gifted them to. So thanks and all the best to you! Btw: A gnome's beard is of the uttermost importance, you highlighted that quite well! :)

[@jay-ostar8494]

It’s really amazing how you can turn a rectangle piece of wood into a cute little gnome. He looks amazing.

[@racerx6]

How could anybody "thumbs down" this video? I don't get it. Doug puts a lot of time into making these videos and sharing his techniques with the world of KZbin- for free!

[@christineriley1176]

Unfortunately it never matters how good anyone's videos are. There will always be spiteful people who like to do these sorts of things. I completely agree though, there is, in my opinion no need for a dislike. Maybe 10 people have something against gnomes?

[@dilipanthonypinto1620]

The issue is thumbs up & down are so close, you can unintentionally press the wrong one & not notice. They should put them at opposite ends.

[@racerx6]

@@dilipanthonypinto1620 That’s a good idea

[@racerx6]

@@dilipanthonypinto1620 Good idea!!

[@usernamemykel]

@@dilipanthonypinto1620 If folks are that blind, they shouldn't be watching tutorials that teach sharp carving knife skills !

[@karieroper3130]

Love your videos. I am watching this one for the third time to try to get everything down.. I am going to save the transcript for reference. It looks like you are carving candle wax as easy as it looks . Keep the videos coming.

[@BraxxJuventa]

Thanks for showing Doug. 👍😁

[@rickgiujusamusic]

LOVELY! Perfect Timing! Thank you!

[@owljones3389]

I've been trying to learn on basswood, but mine either isn't nearly THAT soft, or Doug your knives are razor's edge and then some or something - because it looks like you put so little muscle into those deep stop cuts. :) I'm always amazed at your work and how willing you are to share the techniques and knowledge with others. God bless you, man.

[@seadawg93]

Owl Jones, your comment was made a while ago, have you got any insights? I’m trying my first whittling project on basswood too and it is NOT going smoothly! (I have some beavercraft knives, maybe they’re pretty bad. 🤷🏻‍♂️)

[@TheCookieMaster27]

@@seadawg93 not OP but from what little I know razor sharp knives help a lot, keep them honed every 15 minutes of carving. But also basswood can be either kiln dried or air dried, aim for buying air dried as kiln dried is tougher to carve. Gonna start my own whittling journey soon so been doing a lot of research😅

[@seadawg93]

@@TheCookieMaster27 thank you 😊 🙏

[@bensimpson9175]

My basswood has been sitting around for a long time, probably almost 6 years. Try researching how to rejuvenate or rehydrate it…I’ve read that it’s possible, with various methods. Good luck to both of us, lol.

[@greggyfromtheblock8657]

I’m with you man. Dougs wood is so clean and easy to carve. Don’t know what’s up with my wood. Is Canadian wood better?

[@dawnwatson4158]

I love the gnome carvings!

[@mrrmager]

Great fun carving. Great job Doug!

[@gordonss1870]

Doug thank you so much for your videos!! I don’t know if I’ll be any good but always thought wittling is wonderful. Your down to earth honesty and the way you express yourself in your videos (plus the cute gnomes) has led me to order a mora 122, faces wood carving book (from your recommended) and some stropping compound! Already have an influx of ideas from faces on a walking stick to necklaces and am very excited. Thank you again!

[@marygordon3032]

I just love to watch you carve Doug, thanks! 🤩🤩🤩👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@jeffreybradford6924]

Gnome Army, Yay! Thanks Doug. Just got my tools in the mailbox. I’m ready to start my first project!

[@heathpaull1553]

New project! Thanks Doug!

[@ladyliberty417]

Your gnomes are awesome Doug❣️ It’s good to see them again along with their mansion🏡 Always happy to watch you carve, stay well 🥰

[@stantilton2191]

Of course they have blossomed into a dozen christmas gift ideas. I am enjoying all you video's and learning as I go . Thanks Doug!

[@wesleymason6511]

Thanks for making this. Great base for getting started and easy to make your own.

[@sonnyboywannabe]

always a blast. Thanks Doug!

[@Scapfion]

I really loved watching this video, this simplicity in sculpting this gnome. Great work

[@garettwilder8395]

Lol I love the corrections 😆 “WRONG it’s 152mm” I’m a big fan of everything you do Mr. Doug, I’ve referred a lot of people at the Houston woodcarvers meetings to your videos. Nobody does a better tutorial than you! I even bought a woodcarving academy subscription for a month and was not very impressed at all bc I’m so use to your videos! Thank you for all you do for the woodcarving community brother you really are the best!

[@bulwinkers]

Love the gnome mansion. Packing up to move to our new place , but now I got to unpack my knife and try this one . Thanks Doug

[@rippertshredz372]

I'm always impressed how you mark off center with your supporting fingers. And this video has a very Bob Ross voice feel to it.

[@NikkijsNWA]

My "center" is never in the middle when I try that.

[@derlalala9856]

@@NikkijsNWA mine neighter!

[@glenysriley1970]

Thanks for another great tutorial Doug.

[@christineriley1176]

I'm just about to carve along with you Doug. It will be my fourth figure taught by yours truly. I really love your tutorials, thank you!

[@jmann3790]

Happy to see someone else’s wood splintering apart while carving. Love the videos, you’ve inspired me on more than one occasion.

[@kevinhampton7215]

Excellent as always, video was crystal clear as if I was sitting next to you. Thank you for sharing. Love all your videos.

[@samjones1751]

Thanks for another great tutorial Doug

[@andreweliason4658]

Amazing God given talent.

[@keithwilson4466]

Doug is the best in my book. I really like watching his videos . He dose a great job. Cant wait for the next one. I use the OCCT knives and i really like them

[@DerekMcCoyMusic]

Just finished painting this gnome project. You are my hero man. Just plain excellent teaching. I can’t believe I did it. Im hooked bad now!

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Mr Doug .

[@bhazen5510]

Love how you make a block of wood come alive!

[@bennygesserit8738]

love it Doug I took up carving thanks to your channel - what a lovely hobby

[@stevehammerich7121]

Yes I did the same thing.

[@cindynipp2160]

Me too!

[@mikemcguire8351]

Thanks for sharing. Doug, great video as usual. Love the gnomes.

[@stephenwhittier6439]

Thanks again Doug ! Love it man ! You are the best ! Love my OCCT knives !

[@cernunos8153]

Can’t wait to try this one

[@suepeterson5675]

Doug great job at teaching. I don’t do carving ( yet) and I think by following these instructions I could do it. Thank You. 👍👍

[@NatePolmateer]

Wow, very straightforward!? You my friend are an artist!

[@daniellarrivee6510]

Thanks Doug !!!!

[@jwatt65]

Thanks, Doug. Happy to see the cartoon eyes again. Love that gnome house!

[@maj301]

Thank you for another great tutorial ! Truly appreciated.

[@indianavladescu846]

Beautiful! Love it! Keep going!

[@indianatone218]

nice job Doug thanks for showing us .

[@ov-1ddp974]

Another great video, thanks. Learn something new every time you put something out. Keep up the good work!

[@Barngodess]

You’re the BEST.

[@franziskaschmidt]

I love the gnomes! Even though I somehow managed to get the ears on different heights on mine. I already carved the bear and an owl from you tutorials. This Gnome is only my third carving so lots of practice and learning to do. I love your videos because I already learned a lot and even when I am not actually carving myself I like to watch you carve and explain. Keep on with this really good stuff! Thanks for the great tutorials ! Greetings from Germany

[@americanaxetoolco2076]

Doug the wood doctor is in the HOUSE!! Awesome video! Great teacher!

[@cptmrgans]

Great video! My wife and I have become fairly obsessed with gnomes... I’m not saying it’s your fault, but I’m not saying it isn’t your fault either 😃. Thanks for the continued inspiration!

[@toddw.8277]

Doug let me know when you start a carving camp I want to be in the first class!!

[@Werewolfwhittles]

Nice one! Looking forward to carving it. Love your videos, they are so therapeutic

[@moonwolf7135]

I'm happy that you showing that OCCT knives are just as good as Helvie and Drake knives.

[@Wherethewindblows524]

I know it right

[@franziskaschmidt]

I wish someone would make or recommend a video to me that compares knives available in germany. I own some Flexcuts at the moment because I have access to some of their knives by a german webshop. As for the other great knives there ... some don’t ship to germany even if I was willing to wait and pay the shipping and customs. But just maybe there are knives similar to the US ones in Europe but I never noticed them til now?

[@leonmorgans4250]

Helvie are great knives but difficult to get hold of. OCCT are great!

[@whatsbritdoing266]

This man could make beavercraft look amazing lol

[@seadawg93]

@@whatsbritdoing266 are beavercraft knives known to be bad? I got a beginner set of beavercraft knives and I’m not sure if it’s me or them (or both) but it’s taking me SO long to do something that he’s doing in like 2 seconds!

[@lyleloomis3493]

Awesome video

[@mattredding9915]

It's been so fun to watch your channel I enjoy carving figures and your channel helps with a fun hobby thanks

[@paulkemp6459]

Doug, that is an awesome shot of the Gnome condo in the background. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@barbaraosorio9654]

I loved ! Thank you

[@pflick13]

thanks Doug!

[@rhodrijones6321]

I love the drawing of the nose. I got confused but managed to turn it into something else. Always love the vids Doug

[@m981236]

This channel deserves more attention!

[@epifan00]

Exelent Doug!

[@josefr.gerner3978]

thank you for the Millimeters - and of course for your good tutorials!

[@darrencollar8972]

Thanks!

[@memyselfandeye8377]

Awesomeness 👌 👏 👍 😍

[@glg3945]

Hi Doug, lovely little carve! The little house is so amazing!!! Peace and Good Fortune and Good Health to you and your family. All the best.

[@samuelperez.44]

Wow! i love your videos, thanks for evrything

[@mangoust7462]

It' s fun....Good job Doug 😉👏👍

[@rrr579123]

Love all the videos! Nice work as always

[@maverickaa44]

You are awesome thank you so much for the videos!

[@gielraap2002]

Thank dougy

[@paultaylor9970]

Nice tutorial thank for sharing

[@covidcarver1363]

Thanks Doug! All the best to ya mate✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@casper1240]

Great stuff thanks

[@user-nv8pq7zr8q]

Because of you I've purchased several OCCTool knives. I really like them. I'm just an old whittler-- without much talent. But this is great therapy. Thank you for not using the bandsaw. I'm glad you're a purist.

[@Hitchiker1000]

Loving this video right away 🤗 I My self like to carv sail boats 😄

[@LinkPlays247]

Hope you’re well Doug. Love all your projects.

[@LinkPlays247]

Hey Doug, do you have an instagram or anywhere where we could share the carvings we do? Maybe you could rate them occasionally or so some type of contest. My carvings don’t compare, but it’d be cool to have a place to chat with other carvers and share our projects.

[@ronaldainaire7086]

I am impressed Doug! Great job. Will be doing one today and again at Sun Coast Woodcarvers Tuesday in Seminole, Florida. Lord Blessings on you and family.

[@robertperren1684]

Hi Doug, it’s good to hear from you,yes covid 19 has made it difficult to get out Hope you’re coffee talks are still going strong. Look forward to seeing some interesting carving

[@CaptainKnots]

Watching you carve is a meditation. And a schooling too! Thanks for all these carving videos! You got me back into carving and I'm going to carve me some Gnomes! Hooraaaayyyyy! Oh my! "And then one day - hooray! Another way for gnomes to say Ooooooh my Ooooooh my"

[@randyvinson7736]

Good to see you My friend enjoyed the video thank you ☺️

[@scottbowman1462]

I can’t get my knives to make the same cutting sound as Doug’s.😮

[@patti3447]

Hey it’s me gramma again love yr live show with lovely Sophie you make a good team makes me chuckle and I always learn something new. Oh and I got to see two of yr coffee & carving live chats with the young fellow.

[@KE-cq5pn]

Brilliant

[@SewWhittle]

“Very simple, very easy”. Famous last words. 😂

[@brendankober4379]

Always fun to watch. Looking forward to a video about different eyes.

[@Grant-g]

I absolutely love my OCC tools knife! I don’t even think I will try to get a Helvie knife because it’s so darn difficult to get one. I’m sure it’s great but I do love this new knife. Thanks for the recommendations😁

[@josephhearne5008]

Good job

[@usernamemykel]

I'm halfway through this tutorial, and can't imagine how sharp the knife is, and how fresh the Basswood is, that Doug hasn't felt the need to strop. I would be stopping and starting because I'd need to fuel up on coffee. It's a shame that good Basswood plus shipping is so expensive - maybe more folks would enjoy this great hobby if it weren't so.

[@marctaladay376]

I haven't whittled since was kid, but i recently decided to try and do a smoking pip when i get the opportunity and then i found an old gnome book from 1977 that i grew up with. now i want to try carving a gnome instead, as i have become obsessed with gnomes again.

[@TheMagicRonin]

Very Thanks

[@QSOutdoors]

I bursted at the 2nd WRONG in a row 😂 Thanks for another amazing video.

[@AlwaysBolttheBird]

WROOOOONG haha. Because of you I bought a simple carving kit. May do this as the first one. Thanks

[@felinebline7154]

Nice

[@1turdontherun]

I find myself more drawn to the hillbilly style gnome, but after the gnome house vid and this one, this more traditional style gnome is growing on me. I love all your variations on this gnome style. Also love that you went with the OCCTools knife just to show that you can have a good carve with the more readily available knife. Btw, the beard is coming along nicely. :)

[@danielbruinsma4049]

I like the green nome in the back with the walking stick.

[@sidewayzlaband6523]

Carving in front of those other gnomes looks like you got an audience just waiting for an addition to it.

[@mikenap3253]

I know you did this a long time ago, but I so enjoyed this video. Keep them coming!!

[@lunsfordcarvings]

Good work buddy!

[@2371Anita]

Wish I had your hand strength. Makes it look so easy!

[@sopraloucos9450]

Lindo trabalho Parabéns

[@patriciabarnes7034]

Hey Doug, good to see you are in a good place. OK, go on, school me on the subject of carving. UK.