Use the right wood: Regardless of the style of carving, basswood is a great material for beginner carvers. It’s smooth and fine-grained with an ideal carving density.

Wood carving isn’t just for old men in porch rockers. It’s one of the skills you’ll need to stay alive in the wilderness.

When carving from a seated position, keep your elbows on your knees. If you slip while your elbows are on your thighs or at your hips, you’re more likely to slice into your leg. Don’t rush the work.

FITCHBURG — It doesn’t take much for a beginner to get started in the Central Mass Caricature Carvers; all you need is a carving knife, the right chunk of wood, and a little imagination.

The industry of wood carving was introduced into switzerland some sixty or seventy years ago by a native of Brienz named Christian Fischer, who used to spend his spare time in making wooden ...

Read Transcribed Audio. Carving a duck out of wood may not be everyone's idea of a good time, but wood carvers are hopeful that their beloved hobby seems to be attracting more women and young people.