K–6Creative Studio
Woodcarving
Carve wood sculptures
QuincyBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 40–75 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Ash · Iron
- Materials needed
- Beginner Woodcarving Knife Set
- Basswood Carving Blocks
- The Little Book of Whittling by Chris Lubkemann
Why this skill rocks
Turn a plain block of wood into a cool animal, a magical character, or anything you can imagine! It's a neat trick to make art that lasts.
2034Where this could take you
In 2034, you might be carving special wooden gifts for Olympic athletes or designing beautiful wooden signs to welcome visitors to Utah.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Beginner Woodcarving Knife Set
RequiredA basic set with a bench knife, gouge, and V-tool covers everything you need to start. Morakniv and BeaverCraft both make reliable beginner sets.
Basswood Carving Blocks
RequiredBasswood is soft, smooth-grained, and perfect for beginners. Buy a variety pack so you have multiple sizes to practice on.
The Little Book of Whittling by Chris Lubkemann
Simple projects, clear photos, and a no-nonsense teaching style. Great for moving from basic cuts to real finished carvings.