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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🪵 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
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Beginner Basswood Whittling Project – Lindenspire Tree
This easy tutorial shows you how to whittle a Lindenspire Tree from basswood
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Rootie McSpooky Wood Carving – Funny Halloween Pumpkin Carving Story
Rootie McSpooky Wood Carving Story Once upon a time, deep in a land filled with sawdust and carving shavings, a block of wood dreamed of greatness. But not just any greatness — this piece wanted to become Rootie McSpooky, the world’s spookiest pumpkin with legs! Here is a voice over story about Rootie McSpooky As…
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Whittle-Tooth Willie: The Cowboy with a Grin as Wide as the Prairie
Whittle-Tooth Willie is a hand-carved cowboy figure with a grin as wide as the prairie. A one-of-a-kind basswood carving that captures Western humor and handmade charm.
