Learning the Art of Fan Carving (Carving Birds)

[@edpaine9973]

Thanks!

[@Locutius11]

Seriously Doug, if I wasn’t interested in wood carving I would still watch your channel. You enthusiasm and your gentle humour are a balm for the weekly chaos. The fact that I am interested in carving makes your channel a double bonus. I want my boys to get started but trying to come up with a plan to introduce them to knife safety.

[@lven7436]

Opinel actually has some proper children's pocketknives with a rounded end

[@Bundysvideos]

The Bob Ross of wood carving.

[@linedanzer4302]

Oh wow! Never heard of fan carving so thanks for the introduction. You're already good at it!

[@matthewbellemore2067]

This is like watching a kid play with his Legos. He's having so much fun!

[@johnburnsiii920]

New, new, new,,, who knew. I've never seen anything like that. Quite inspiring. And you make it look easy.

[@christineingram55]

Those little birds would look so pretty painted and hanging in a garden to blow gently in the breeze .But would need bringing in during the winter I think 🥰

[@michaelgregory7704]

Now, that was incredibly interesting - I can see why you are so obsessed with the concept. Thank you for sharing!!

[@chrisstewart1863]

Looks like a kingfisher. Beautiful.

[@davejudydan]

Again Doug you have inspired me to do something new. I never carved until I saw you. I didn’t know anything about cottonwood bark carving. And now fan bird carving. Just keep being you. Thank you Doug.

[@steveneff7650]

I get the same relaxed, easy going feeling watching you as I did watching Bob Ross! You make it look so effortless, and you seem to truly enjoy every little project. There’s something about the sound of cutting wood with a good sharp knife that sooths me.

[@markperron851]

How amazing how far these carvings have come in such a short time.I remember watching you early on and this is next level Doug. You are awesome bud!

[@marcdecarufel6262]

Another surprise! And very appreciated! Awesome ideas, thank you Doug.

[@young-soonkim6730]

That is an awesome one piece bird wood carving!

[@rossgebert9422]

Great episode Doug. I enjoyed Joni's method; your method adds a different aspect. Thank-you.

[@myoutdoorlife3833]

You have some crazy awesome talent Doug! This is so cool!

[@gregbueta2079]

Great carving talent Doug but I miss your camping videos, stay safe 🌈❤️🇵🇭

[@dougLinker]

Well we’re still locked down so...

[@Wherethewindblows524]

Omg how fun. My mom sat back and watched too

[@NatePolmateer]

What a great job Doug! I would have cut through that hinge and into my hand instantly LOL

[@Knorrette]

Looks like a kingfisher! It shows you're having a lot of fun with these. 👍

[@pcmeyer]

Something new to do thanks Doug

[@VerbranntiChaib1]

Doug is very inspiring. I just orderd a Riving Knife after watching this vid for the first time. And they are really useful in the kitchen. Now I have the will to puchase one.

[@ggbuck2625]

I love the traditional carvings that you do but that is one really cool project. Eyeing up the only cedar on my property.

[@whittler0507]

Another great video my friend ..excellent teaching and knowledge .. You are the best my friend

[@AstaMuratti]

thank you for magical tutorial, sielulintu (soul birds from Finnish folklore) are wonderful charms/talismans, traditionally created by grandparents for children (to hang over cradles or just in the house to bring calm and ward off the evil). they are connected with shipbuilding and mostly were made of mast pine, so great to see them evolving and transforming, keeping the antient craft alive) hope i would be able to create some birds of happiness too

[@cbart3634]

Amazing. I’ve been fascinated by these for years. I may have to try and make one. Thankyou for your videos Doug.

[@stephenwhittier6439]

Love it, keep it up Doug ! 🤗

[@ruthscott5166]

He's almost a kingfisher - just missing the top-notch :D Cool project Doug

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

Whooooo that is really something Doug! 👍 You are quite the talented carver just a wonderful job🤓👍👍

[@andrewgward7]

Neat little project, I probably won't do it fot a few years. I just started wood carving a couple months ago. Thank you for inspiring a new hobby in me!

[@54ChickenHawk]

Good times watching you Doug As always. Nasty scratch . Stay safe

[@judebrown4103]

Oh wow! Doug these are so beautiful... I had to wait a bit before I could sit down and watch this. What a treat to see such a delicate carving, I was on tenterhooks throughout wondering how it could possibly stay together before it dried, I could watch you make those all day, thanks. 🙏

[@janetwithers7427]

That was so fascinating and awesome. Way to go. 🌟 the wet wood looked waxy even, looked like soft butter carving. How fun!

[@whittler3358]

Ok who’s jealous? ,,,, just me!? Amazing Doug

[@maj301]

Thank you Mr. Linker..Truely appreciated !!

[@smeefamily54]

Very nice Doug. I first learned to carve watching you and Sharon. So much to learn. Take care.

[@barbmckay2557]

Howdy doug you do amazing hand crafts. And you are right not to many people have the patience to make wood look beautiful.

[@meggreen2885]

That's so magical. I just discovered your channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@Wee_Morag]

Gorgeous, it reminds me of a Kingfisher.

[@airford13]

love that small timber slick you have there!

[@thehairywoodcarver]

Doug - Stop it with the ideas! I have so many ideas rattling around in my head now I have another!! 😂 The fan birds are so cool and I love the traditional origins - definitely added to our list of things to have a go at - great video by the way 👌

[@alangibson2118]

First time for me, really cool I love them, got my juices flowing. Thanks Doug.👍

[@TripleG69]

You have so much talent! Making these after only seeing how a couple of days ago is wow.

[@c.a.g.1977]

Very cool indeed, Doug! Amazing how strong those wood fibers are!

[@larrycarroll7371]

Hi Doug, just wanted to say, "hi" and hope all is well with you and your family Stay safe, have fun and enjoy each and every day. You've made a big difference in many of our lives including mine. I wish you all the best, lc

[@abrenning2499]

This is new to me. Good way to make a lot of kindling if I did it. Good job. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@rokhnroll]

Doug you have such an infectious passion for wood carving and whittling thanks for posting.

[@curtisloud1027]

Doug thnks for the skill show really neet super cool.

[@jeanwilcox3464]

I love something new! Thnx bunches!💖

[@cindymorley7938]

Well done Doug!!

[@valoriel4464]

Wow! Beautiful work Sir Douglas.

[@merryannmac8096]

Awesome Doug...I love it. It's so good to see you again. Merry Ann from Minnesota

[@Mucram-17]

Great job Doug. What a wonderful little bird.

[@thizizliz]

The hummingbird was my favourite. Awesome stuff!

[@marca5883]

They are fantastic Doug love them👍❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧

[@kimberlyzamora4437]

WOW Doug this is pretty dang cool...❤

[@58dunc]

Nicely done Doug. They look great. Thanks for the vid. Take it easy.

[@derlalala9856]

Pretty cool Doug! I wanna make a mobile with those, wanted to buy the flexcutdrawknife anyway!

[@2371Anita]

Wow. Always wondered how to do these. Never took the time to figure it out. But now I've seen this video, and for sure I'm going to try.

[@kimperes5987]

Speechless. Your talents are countless. What's in the water up there? You and Shawn are so uniquely talented! 💞

[@claireschannel21287]

Beautiful work Doug

[@BraxxJuventa]

Great project Doug! Well done and thanks for the video. 👍😁

[@kmlivelifeadventure]

1:44 I can't help myself. I laughed so hard when you said my Ash is old and dead. He said what? 🤣

[@paulrooster2108]

An a bit punky 🤣

[@kmlivelifeadventure]

@@paulrooster2108 😆

[@ginabirks4910]

a really fascinating and enjoyable video to watch Doug and a superb bird at the end of it.

[@dzr4421]

I remember seeing these at every summer market I ever visited as a kid! A very traditional thing to hand on your cottage porch here in Finland!

[@woodsweezell7596]

Awesome as always. Thanks Doug for what you do.

[@patti3447]

Beautifully done great video

[@JapanScott1]

I’m glad that you made the video! This is just as cool as can be!

[@SpiffyIM]

Very cool. You continue to inspired me to carve and explore new creative outlets. The birds are awesome, can’t wait to try,

[@glg3945]

Just LOVE it!!!! You are so talented 💖😍. Thank you so much for this video. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family. 👍All the best.

[@marygordon3032]

Thanks Doug that’s so awesome 👏! 👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@kilroygirl7347]

Amazing, beautiful work!!!

[@mikemcguire8351]

Wow. Never seen this before. Awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@MostlyRCSlovakia]

This is so awesome! Very nice. Thank you very much for this.

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Mr Doug

[@Alberto1993]

Thank you Doug! I will try to do it. Your talent is amazing!

[@gloriabutler4734]

Love the birds

[@halinawiecek2297]

Doug awesome project,I loved good job.

[@TheSargeGaming]

Beautiful birds

[@PatBot]

Very clever Doug!

[@carvingthecottonwood]

Fascinating! Love chasing ideas, best way to waste a day... or five. ;)

[@JGwoodcrafts]

Nice video Doug and it was nice to see you in the meeting! I have watched a lot of your videos👍🏼

[@dougLinker]

Thanks for the inspiration!

[@gizanked]

I liked the old episode of the woodwright's shop where he made these. Such a fun little project.

[@dougLinker]

I’ll have to look that up 👍

[@gizanked]

@@dougLinker season 37 episode 9. Most of the episode is making a larger fan but they do birds at the end.

[@tenaoconnor7510]

Those would be wonderful hanging on a porch so they could “fly” on a breeze 💗

[@toddmc1012]

Wow. That is beyond awesome.

[@hughtempleton8640]

Amazing and beautiful 👍

[@davelevee7385]

These are too much fun!

[@mattaltland1351]

I was going to ask you during the meeting when you were going to try this. Very cool.

[@RinaMochi1964]

How beautiful, thanks for sharing this Doug *_* I've never seen this technique before

[@Wordsnwood]

"Typical youtuber..." 😁 Yup. I see that all over and do the same. Cool little technique, Doug!

[@michaellionart4841]

They are so good. Thank you for sharing 👍

[@spencerbass7142]

That is really neat.

[@homesteadwannabee4253]

This is awesome! Blessings ~

[@dukehanwell]

Just a wonderful artwork! Keep up the good work! 👍

[@ov-1ddp974]

Awesome thanks again for a great idea! Trying to keep up with you. Lol

[@danalhona7143]

Very cool!! Thanks!

[@danaekent3159]

Very very good I love your channel I have learned allot from it

[@2duser2]

like all your videos you make it look sooooo easy. thanks

[@TheJeanie22]

Beautiful!

[@louisebol9052]

I am a beginning whittler and I love your videos in which you explain how to.... The thing is... I live in Europe and we have different measurements and also complete different sizes of woodblocks we are able to buy. (Chopping down is prohibited overhere). And that frustrates me because I cannot whittle your fantastic creations by following your videos step by step. Unfortunately whittling is not a populair thing in my country and there are no videos about it with our measurements and block sizes. But I absolutely love the way you show people how to create nice things from wood.

[@dougLinker]

If it doesn’t say tutorial it’s not -i cannot invest the time to make them all tutorials and quite frankly they do the worst views anyway.that said go back and watch the last few and you will see i give imperial and metric measurements