The Whittler
Welcome to The Whittler – a personal blog dedicated to the art of wood carving and whittling. Here, I share my handcrafted creations, insights into traditional woodworking techniques, and moments from everyday life. Whether you’re passionate about carving, seeking inspiration, or simply curious, you’re warmly invited to explore.
I’m a wood whittler / carver based the UK.
In 2020, inspired by YouTubers Doug Linker and Gene Messer, I picked up my first knife and started whittling. I mostly carve basswood (known as lime wood here in the UK) and cottonwood bark, which I source from Alaska. I usually carve using just a knife, though I occasionally use chisels when working with cottonwood bark.
Latest Articles
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Whittling Knives for Woodcarving – My Top Picks & Honest Review
In this video, I go over the knives I use for whittling/woodcarving and explain why I chose each one. This isn’t a sponsored review — just an honest look at the tools that work best for my carving style and projects. About This Video I’ll talk about what each knife is good for, how it…
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Amazon’s First “Drone Delivery” of Basswood Carving Blocks – Full Unboxing & Review
Watch the unboxing of Amazon’s basswood carving blocks and the hilarious “first drone delivery” twist. See quality tests, comparisons, tips, and final verdict. Amazon’s FIRST Drone Delivery?! About This Video If you’ve ever ordered something small from Amazon and received it in the most unexpected way possible… you’re not alone. In this video titled “Amazon’s…
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🪵 Harold Hollow Wood Carving – The Thoughtful Pumpkin Story
🎃 Meet Harold Hollow, the Thoughtful Pumpkin Every pumpkin in the patch dreams of Halloween glory, but Harold Hollow wood carving was never that kind of pumpkin. While others bragged about scary faces and sharp teeth, Harold preferred to think. Deep thoughts. The kind only a carved pumpkin philosopher could have. When I started carving…
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Old Buck “Leather Legs” Lawson – A Legend in Wood and Leather
Meet Old Buck “Leather Legs” Lawson—a hand-carved cowboy figurine with grit, charm, and buffalo-hide history
