Discover the absorbing art of whittling. An immersive and peaceful craft that rewards calm focus with beautiful objects
The healing power of carving is a calm and gentle craft. Readers will learn how to responsibly source fresh green wood, master the basic techniques for using a knife and discover a range of step-by-step projects to work through at their own pace, The Green-Wood Carver is an important reminder of the therapeutic benefits of exploring a new craft
After learning the basics of how to get started, you can work through projects as varied as spoons, vases, simple buttons and household hooks. Working with the grain, you'll create tactile curves and textures, slowly revealing the character of each piece as you whittle
With thoughtful reflections on the joy of small movements and personal creativity charmingly woven throughout this how-to guide, the aim is not only to teach you how to create a beautiful object but to find the beauty in the process itself
Author: Samuel Alexander
Format: Hardback, 160 pages
