What are the best essential wood-carving tools every beginner needs? Maybe you’re an aspiring carpenter, or maybe just someone who has extra time on their hands. Whatever the case, there’s nothing ...

For most of my carving projects, I use a straight knife like this Flexcut roughing knife ($30 at Woodcraft). How a knife feels in your hand is more important than the brand. If you’re able, try before ...

Meet the Wood Wizard Carvers.

THE art of wood carving is one that has been around for decades, synonymous with the identity of Malays. While it is considered a cottage industry, the craft has a huge growth potential, largely due ...

At 91 years old, Minnie Adkins continues to dedicate herself to her craft, wood carving six hours a day, five days a week.

'Look like a real dragon dancing in the sky and a crowing cock in the morning.'--- this typical Bai nationality song shows how vivid the Jianchuan wood sculptures are. Jianchuan, located in Dali, ...

Choosing the right wood carving tools at carving stores is crucial to the quality of your work. In 2025, we tested the most popular brands to determine which tools truly meet the needs of craftsmen, ...