Free wood carving tutorials for all skill levels
Your next masterpiece awaits!
Whether you’re new to wood carving—or you’ve been carving for a while—we know how important it is to “get a project right” and complete a job “well done” that you can be proud of. But we noticed that many tutorials are frustratingly unclear, require a lot of tools, and are missing crucial steps.
Our free, step-by-step tutorials are different. We remove the guesswork by showing you how to carve a project from a single block of wood, primarily using just a knife or two. This makes our tutorials perfect for beginners and more experienced carvers alike.
- Say goodbye to guesswork with our easy-to-follow photos.
- Use our free patterns if you prefer to use a bandsaw.
- Our handy painting guides include specific colors and techniques.
Find your next project
Discover fun projects for all skill levels.
Bring adorable animal caricatures to life.
Create unique holiday gifts & decorations.
Carve expressive caricatures that make people smile.
Easy wood carving projects to get beginners started.
Find the best wood carving tools.
Tutorials organized by skill level
All of our tutorials (nearly 100) are listed by skill level on our site map. And we're always adding new tutorials for you.
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Start your wood carving journey
Are you new to carving or looking for a refresher on the fundamentals? Our Beginner's Guide to Wood Carving is the perfect place to start. We cover everything from essential safety tips to choosing your first block of wood.
Master the art of hand carving
There's nothing quite like the feeling of creating an amazing carving that you want to show off. We'll show you how to hand carve wood that you will be proud of, turning a simple block of wood into a one-of-a-kind treasure.
Discover flat plane carving
Looking for a unique and expressive style? Check out our flat plane carving guide. It is a fun, old-world technique for creating caricatures with simple, defined cuts. It's a great way to add character and charm to your carvings with a distinctive look.
Embrace the joy of whittling
Whittling is all about having fun with a knife and a small block of wood. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, our how to whittle guide will help you create charming small carvings and perfect your skills.
A note on our tools
We love collecting great knives and other carving tools, and we're happy to share our honest opinions on what we believe are the best wood carving tools. We only recommend products we use and love ourselves!
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Let's get carving together
Like you, we're always learning and improving our wood carving skills. Who the heck are we, you may be wondering? Learn about us here.
Grab some wood, a super-sharp knife, and let those chips fly! We hope you'll share your creations with us—we really want to see your successes.
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