Beginner's Books

Learn to Keep Your Knives, Gouges & V-Tools in Tip-Top Shape  Learn everything you need to know to keep all your woodcarving tools and knives s...

For Every Style of WoodcarvingThe key to a flawlessly executed carving. Using the correct tool. Discover the power behind each small yet mighty car...

10 Full-Size Patterns, Step-by-Step Instructions When you think of wood carving, you don't necessarily think about carving something you can wear. ...

Whether experienced or new to woodcarving, you are sure to appreciate the in-depth knowledge of the art form from author David Young. The book begi...

Easy Animal Carvings Simple, Stylized, Step-by-Step Wolves, Whales, Birds, Bears, and MoreCreate your own beautiful wooden animal carvings w...

Master the art of carving expressive people—with just oneknife! Charles Banks, professional carver, longtime instructor,and author of Learn to Whit...

Anyone Can Whittle! is a must-have whittling guide for beginning carvers looking to learn how to whittle, as well as advanced carvers seeking to bu...

Transform a block of wood into a beautiful kitchen utensil! A complete carving guide to creating functional and aesthetically pleasing wooden spoon...

The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide to whittling flat-plane carvings with a modern twist! Whittling Workbook is perfect for anyone seeking...

Carve a World of Gnomes is an exciting project guide for both beginner and intermediate carvers that incorporates international influence! Featurin...

Authors - Steven Kulp, Frank Foust, Tom Mellott Learn to carve 7 simple comfort animals in one sitting! This helpful booklet will show you how to c...

Turn a block of wood into a functional heirloom-to-be! A compilation of woodcarving projects from various artists, 12 Spoons, 2 Bowls, and a Knife ...

This approachable method of carving is perfect for beginners and experienced carvers alike! Featuring 15 wood animal projects that focus on the fla...

A woodcarving book devoted solely to magical little creatures! Learn to Carve Gnomes, Trolls, and Mythical Creatures boasts a menagerie of 15 step-...

Perfect for passionate whittlers and woodcarvers looking to further their practice, this project booklet is an excellent source of playful inspirat...

In continuation of the bestselling 20-Minute Whittling Projects, Tom Hindes brings you 24 more fast, easy, and fun whittling projects to complete i...

Handsome new hardcover gift edition, this friendly guidebook will encourage readers to whittle away the hours. 18 projects include knives, forks, b...

Learn the quick-cut method for whittling expressive little figures from wood in just 20 minutes or less, with step-by-step projects for wizards, Sa...

Start whittling today with this complete starter guide. 12 leading woodcarvers present 24 easy whittling projects that you can make in just a weeke...

Master the old-fashioned craft of whittling with this easy-to-learn beginner's guide. Even if you've never carved a piece of wood before, Old Time ...

Create your own elongated art that will intrigue everyone who sees it! This introduction to the slender craft of pencil carving shows how to make o...

Autographed copyLearn to carve wonderful caricatures from basswood eggs in this easy step by step book.  Step-by-step carving and painting instruct...

Autographed Copy Our Best Selling book on the subject! Covers all aspects of sharpening woodcarving tools including knives, gouges, and v-tools.  L...

Autographed CopyOur bestselling book on the subject. Step-by-step techniques with 75 clear photos and text detailing the carving action. Includes t...