Beginner – The Whittler's Intro
Short Introduction: A gentle entry into subtractive sculpting, teaching you how to transform a block of softwood into a simple 3D object using only your hands and a blade.
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Prerequisites
Description
Topics Covered: Wood anatomy and grain direction; basic whittling cuts; blade maintenance and sharpening.
Course Objectives: To build fundamental confidence in hand tools and demystify the grain patterns of organic wood
Learning Outcomes: Safely carve a finished handheld object; correctly identify grain splits; maintain a razor-sharp edge with a leather strop.
Tools & Materials: Lime/Basswood blocks; whittling knives; detail knives; leather stropping kits.
Rules
Rules: Always carve away from your body; wear a mesh cut-resistant glove on your non-dominant hand; never force a dull blade.
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