How to Whittle a Simple Fox - Step By Step Beginner Wood Carving Project

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  • In this step-by-step whittling guide, I will show you how to carve a simple little fox out of a block of wood! This is a perfect project for someone new to whittling and want an easy sculpture to start their carving adventure.
    Downloadable Template: carvingisfun.com/fox/
    If you are looking to get started, check out my Amazon page to find some great starter kits!
    www.amazon.com/shop/carvingisfun
    What you will need:
    1" x 1" x 4" block of basswood (2.5 cm x 2.5cm x 10cm)
    Your preferred whittling knife (sharpened)
    Pencil
    Protective gloves and/or finger guards
    00:12- What you will need
    00:35 - Step 1: Draw the Outline
    00:53 - Step 2: Rough out the Body
    06:11 - Step 3: Shape the Back
    08.38 - Step 4: Carve the Tail
    14:31 - Step 5: Round out the Back
    16:32 - Step 6: Add Legs
    21:28 - Step 7: Rough out the Head
    24:40 - Step 8: Finish the Head
    29:47 - Step 9: Finish the Legs
    If you want to give me a gift as a thank you, you can send me some Pokémon cards! I've been collecting them since they came out and always enjoy getting new cards! You can use my Amazon Wish List to send me a booster pack or two :) www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls...

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  • @CarvingisFun
    @CarvingisFun  Před 2 měsíci +5

    Downloadable Template: carvingisfun.com/fox/
    If you are looking to get started, check out my Amazon page to find some great starter kits!
    www.amazon.com/shop/carvingisfun
    What you will need:
    1" x 1" x 4" block of basswood (2.5 cm x 2.5cm x 10cm)
    Your preferred whittling knife (sharpened)
    Pencil
    Protective gloves and/or finger guards
    If you found the channel helpful and want to give me a gift as a thank you, you can send me some Pokemon cards!
    I've been collecting them since they started coming out and always enjoy getting new cards! You can use my Amazon Wish List to send me a booster pack or two :) www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZTOOLYLZ7C48

  • @NutyRiver
    @NutyRiver Před 2 lety +10428

    I misread the title as “wittle fox” and I’m like hell yeah he is a wittle fox

    • @HH-kn3fi
      @HH-kn3fi Před 2 lety +274

      I'm glad it wasn't just me

    • @haesi928
      @haesi928 Před 2 lety +138

      Lol same

    • @doh9589
      @doh9589 Před 2 lety +47

      That's literally what I thought too XD

    • @assblaster420
      @assblaster420 Před 2 lety +23

      me too 😃 im glad I did tho lmao

    • @12am.mp35
      @12am.mp35 Před 2 lety +139

      whittle yourself a wittle fox :]

  • @kornelparoczai1763
    @kornelparoczai1763 Před 2 lety +2788

    I have no clue why this was recommended to me, but this seems fun as hell. Also I appreciate that you put the measurements in milimeters aswell

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +436

      I may live in the USA, but as an engineer the metric system is undoubtedly superior in my mind.

    • @hushfur
      @hushfur Před 2 lety +43

      Yeah, I've never watch this content before, but I will definitely be revisiting this channel!! 😁

    • @Giantkiller130-t
      @Giantkiller130-t Před 2 lety +20

      I'm glad I'm not the only one, but I suspect it was because I also knit. Either way, I think I geniunely might take this up too.

    • @WorldThatNeverWas08
      @WorldThatNeverWas08 Před 2 lety +9

      Same! It just showed up in my recommended despite never having watched any woodcarving videos before. But, I am utterly transfixed! Whittling seems so... peaceful. And pleasant.

    • @archkull
      @archkull Před 2 lety +1

      As of a couple years now the US is the only country left to not adopt the metric system fully

  • @treesap2566
    @treesap2566 Před 2 lety +1267

    General art tip for everyone out there: don't hyperfocus. One of the best pieces of advice Ive ever gotten from an art teacher. If you focus too highly on one section, it wont fit in with the rest of the project. Stop periodically and take a look from a distance. No one is going to so closely at it and find that one little thing you couldnt fix.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +127

      Completely agree! Good tip, thanks for sharing!

    • @Maggie66112
      @Maggie66112 Před 2 lety +46

      Ok but can i hyperfocus on the whole thing?

    • @treesap2566
      @treesap2566 Před 2 lety +24

      @@Maggie66112 yeah go for it

    • @sunghost20
      @sunghost20 Před 2 lety +6

      Yes ! And it works for every art in général.

    • @RobinFlysHigh
      @RobinFlysHigh Před 2 lety +7

      Lol. Sometimes cooking can be a bit like too

  • @CocoasArt
    @CocoasArt Před 2 lety +196

    Wood carving had never came to my mind, goutube just recomended me this and I watched it till the end for no reason at all
    But is pretty cool, it complaining 👍

  • @UpFrogArt
    @UpFrogArt Před 2 lety +2090

    I went in way too confident for someone who's never carved any kind of wood before. He came out a bit chunky and definitely more raccoon like, but this guide was amazing. I'm gonna go back and watch the very basics now though ^^;

  • @zacharygrey500
    @zacharygrey500 Před 2 lety +4081

    I did it! First try! Took me about 2 hours. Couldn’t quite figure out which way the wood wanted to go. But it looks decent! Wish I could post a photo of it hha. Thank you!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +714

      Awsome!! Sometimes learning how the wood wants to be cut is half the battle.

    • @tuffrage6801
      @tuffrage6801 Před 2 lety +59

      I wanna see it lmao

    • @stanvangrieken4493
      @stanvangrieken4493 Před 2 lety +33

      Yes post it on An Instagram and tag it or something. Would be Nice tho

    • @cryingalone7572
      @cryingalone7572 Před 2 lety +37

      Couldn't quite figure out witch way the wood wanted to go. Wish I could take a pic of it.
      Sometimes learning how the wood wants to be cut is half the battle.
      Haha. This is probly the bets 2 comments i have cone across in a long time. Thanks for the laugh

    • @Gaurav-ti8zv
      @Gaurav-ti8zv Před 2 lety +11

      Post it on insta or Reddit and paste the link here🤩

  • @myclutteredmess2271
    @myclutteredmess2271 Před 2 lety +69

    This man is like the bob ross of carving. I’ve only seen two of his videos and I can tell that he loves what he does and wants to share this hobby

  • @antoniopanella5819
    @antoniopanella5819 Před 2 lety +1

    This was recommended to me for whatever reason but I think i found the bob Ross of carving.

  • @sunflower3670
    @sunflower3670 Před 2 lety +991

    You're a good teacher. You make us feel that we CAN make mistakes and you wouldn't be mad and instead of scolding we get support that we could learn. That there will be times when it's not the best we made but...it's precious. You inspire and catch our attention, not yell at us and be disappointed. I feel comfortable here and not hurt and hateful about myself. It feels nice here. You're a sunflower, you are support. Thank you. I want to learn carving/wittling now.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +159

      Thank you! These are some of the kindest words I have read from my viewers and was a wonderful message to read this morning :)

    • @nicholasgeere5125
      @nicholasgeere5125 Před 2 lety +15

      What youtubers are you watching that are actively scolding you

    • @macskasbogre133
      @macskasbogre133 Před 2 lety +15

      @@nicholasgeere5125 They were talking about teachers not CZcamsrs

    • @jameschristensen1658
      @jameschristensen1658 Před 2 lety +10

      Bob Ross vibes

    • @kentucky1519
      @kentucky1519 Před 2 lety

      @@nicholasgeere5125 that's what I'm wondering

  • @Enoxix.
    @Enoxix. Před 2 lety +3242

    My Grandpa was really good with making stuff from wood. He made most of the toys for my mother and her 6 brothers and sisters. I’ve always been fascinated by the stuff he made and making stuff from wood in general. After seeing your video I think this will be something I’ll be learning in 2022! Any advice for equipment that will be good for a beginner woodcarver? 😄

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +553

      Thats pretty cool!! Making toys for someone must be super satisfying.
      If you are on a budget, beavercraft tools will be a good place to start. Otherwise, flexcut knives are a little better choice for a lil more money.
      Check out my complete beginners guide to whittling for all the tools you will need.
      czcams.com/video/cghNbdy0xtc/video.html

    • @mr-x7689
      @mr-x7689 Před 2 lety +280

      From my experiense from wood working, leathercrafting and blacksmithing.
      A knife that lies nicly in your hand. (Go to a store that sells knifes and try the handles on them. It should feel comfortable, and have a nice size for your hand.)
      A good first aid kit. (Docen't matter how carefull you are, you will cut yourselfe soner or later.)
      Whetstones/ metal sandpapers grit 600,800,1200 (can go futher if you want, but in general those will be enough.)
      A pice of leather to strop your knife on, preferably somthing hard/dense. A pice of plywood with a bit of polishing compound like Autosol on will work fine.
      Pece and quiet, remove any source of distraction from around your selfe. As an beginner you can be easly distracted from what you do, and end up hurting either your selfe or someone ellse.
      ALWAYS sit down with the knife while it's unsheted. And in its sheat while walking around whit it. Make shoure to sheat it when not using it, less risk of knocking it on to the flore.
      IF there are other people around. Make shoure to have at the least ONE arms length from any one ellse. (This is a safty thing, to prevent people from running in to you while carving)
      Dont carve while tired, and take reguarly brakes every 10-15 min, as so not fall in to a craftsmans trance. It's when you stop thinking and just do stuff, it can increase the risk of hurting your selfe. Just put the knife down, stand up, stretch and take a few steps around the room. Take the opertunity to grab a coffe or somthing.
      And allways keep your knife sharp. Make it in to almost an religius exersise to sharpen your knife after every session.
      In my own experiense, it's the dull knifes that ends up hurting people the most. A sharp knife will do the work for you, and a dull knife forces you to work with your mushles. And its when working with mushles most beginners end up hurting them selfe.
      Allso don't cut toward your selfe, or have fingers in the direction the knife is gonna cut towards.
      These are lessons i've paid for in blood... lots of it.

    • @onimation8462
      @onimation8462 Před 2 lety +9

      @@mr-x7689 what happened that took you so much blood? 😰

    • @dalynwolves
      @dalynwolves Před 2 lety +15

      @@mr-x7689 thoses advices are amazing! Thank you!

    • @laur7247
      @laur7247 Před 2 lety +16

      @@onimation8462 i only sew and even ive had some fights with needles, and those are little, so i can imagine it being a lot harder with a knife

  • @asensio.4143
    @asensio.4143 Před 2 lety +1

    a few months ago I got a random cow hoof trimming video recommendation by CZcams and it seemed so out of nowhere? but i watched it and I'm now i really enjoy them. I'm talking about this because I have never ever watched a single video on making wood things and yet here I am. and I have the feeling I'm gonna stay around hehehe

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      You got the hoof videos reccomend as well? I still dont know how that was put in my feed too.

  • @Fr0gg37
    @Fr0gg37 Před 2 lety +3

    I read the title as “whittle like a fox”. I was very intrigued.

  • @chameleonfoot
    @chameleonfoot Před 2 lety +446

    Don’t tell my dad but his Christmas gift this year is “learn to whittle with me”. This video looks like the perfect place to start and I’m so excited!!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +74

      That is an excellent gift!! Spending time with loved ones and learning something new is always a good combination :)

    • @70sman
      @70sman Před 2 lety +7

      How did it go?

    • @chameleonfoot
      @chameleonfoot Před 2 lety +14

      @@skoooomy @70s man unfortunately our tools haven’t arrived yet but I think he’s pretty excited!

    • @oz_jones
      @oz_jones Před 2 lety +3

      @@chameleonfoot nice!

    • @eurotripaholic
      @eurotripaholic Před rokem

      How did it go?

  • @cainanlove8432
    @cainanlove8432 Před 2 lety +521

    I had limited materials so I just decided to make mine out of black play doh and used a plastic silverware knife as my whittling knife. I think this was a very fun and cute little project and had a great time making the fox even though I didn't make it out of wood. Also making it out of play doh actually allowed me to bend the rules a bit and make the design a bit more detailed. Good video, detailed instructions, and fun/educational.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +258

      Nothing wrong with adapting what you have to fit the need!! You could also pick up soap carving as well, I would reccomend some of thr melt and pour soaps so you can reuse the cut off bits.

    • @moritzwolf6003
      @moritzwolf6003 Před 2 lety +8

      @@CarvingisFunwhat Kind of Wood did you work with ?

    • @juliawerner7519
      @juliawerner7519 Před 2 lety +24

      That's such a cool idea!

    • @joaquinguzman4963
      @joaquinguzman4963 Před 2 lety +9

      @@moritzwolf6003 he used basswood

    • @bogdanro2014
      @bogdanro2014 Před rokem +3

      ​@@CarvingisFuni made mine out of a plank of pine wood and a box cutter

  • @robertoberg5033
    @robertoberg5033 Před měsícem +1

    I just made mycket first one and asked my two year old toddler what it is. He said "beaver". Guess I need to improve my skills 😂 thanks for the tutorial.

  • @TheWilderCat
    @TheWilderCat Před 2 lety +2

    This is the only video I’ve seen of this guy but on first impression he seems like a wood carving Bob Ross. Very chill.

  • @franchescagiroir3549
    @franchescagiroir3549 Před 2 lety +269

    I don't whittle and have never been interested...until now. I love how your video is naturally fun to watch. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I might start whittling now as you've sparked an interest. Thank you!!!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +16

      You're welcome! It's always fun to make something with your own hands :)

  • @alalidimmu4359
    @alalidimmu4359 Před 2 lety +269

    I didn't even know I wanted to pick up whittling as a hobby, thanks for the great tutorial!!

  • @ohdeer-sabrina8132
    @ohdeer-sabrina8132 Před 2 lety +5

    This video was recommended to me in the middle of a panic attack, I was trying to distract myself and saw the cute fox and decided to watch it.
    It was very calming, thank you ~♡

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +2

      Im glad you found it calming and hope you are feeling better!

  • @okca5846
    @okca5846 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm a digital artist, and always take the word "beauty of the imperfection" to heart. I don't like it when my fellas draws using mirror for the final result.
    If it's for a sketch, then I'll spare your life.

  • @taco8103
    @taco8103 Před 2 lety +10

    Did I just watch a 33 minute video of something I've never had an interest in?
    Yes.
    Did I love it?
    Absolutely.

  • @ameeharris9591
    @ameeharris9591 Před 2 lety +7

    Just scrolling through CZcams and now I've ordered a whittling kit.

  • @thelaurelwreathismine4805

    CZcams algorithm is weird, but the fox is cute 😆 I love wooden things.

  • @MKanakaredes
    @MKanakaredes Před 2 lety +2

    CZcams recommendation got me here. I've never done any wood carving but now I feel this urge to buy some starting kit

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety

      If ya do want to jump in and have any questions feel free to ask!

  • @chrissier2359
    @chrissier2359 Před 2 lety +604

    This took me a couple hours as it was my first carving ever. Turned out amazing! I will be making more, thank you for making this so easy to follow

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +33

      You're welcome!! Glad you enjoyed the tutorial!

  • @Lonely_Wiz
    @Lonely_Wiz Před 2 lety +412

    this reminds me of when i started carving with my grandfather. He made a lot of wonderful stuff. Thanks for bringing up tears of joy to my eyes, I'll gladly join you on your tutoring.

    • @Lonely_Wiz
      @Lonely_Wiz Před 2 lety +15

      also, i have plenty of wood from a mango tree. I wanted to know if they are good for carving, cuz i haven't tested it yet. Any tips on wood type?

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +38

      Im glad that the videos can bring up souch wonderful emotions!
      Mango wood is a little on the harder side but isn't out of the realm of possibility for whittling.
      My preferred wood to use is called basswood (aka lime wood or linden wood) as it is the perfect balance of hardness where you can easily carve it with hand tools but still add details.
      Mango wood looks to be a little more rha than twice the hardness of basswood, so it can be whittled but may just take you a little longer. Other good options are pine and butternut as they are close to the same hardness as basswood.
      For more choices, you can check out this article I wrote on my website: carvingisfun.com/best-wood-for-whittling-and-wood-carving/

    • @Lonely_Wiz
      @Lonely_Wiz Před 2 lety +18

      @@CarvingisFun thanks a lot for your attention!! take care, i wish you the best!

  • @bosshoodrat
    @bosshoodrat Před 2 lety +1

    If this was the only thing on the Internet, I'd be satisfied.

  • @Majoris239
    @Majoris239 Před 2 lety +7

    My favorite part of this video is that you made a mistake, said it was okay, fixed it as best you could, and kept going :) It shows that not every project will be perfect. It's okay to make mistakes and keep going.

  • @RickyRatte
    @RickyRatte Před 2 lety +4

    I don't know why CZcams recommended this to you, I never did any woodcarving, nor do I know anybody who does. But after watching this, I might start!

  • @davidaubin3449
    @davidaubin3449 Před 2 lety +71

    I been whittling for several months using U tube as my teacher, but you have the gift to teach! Thank you for your videos, they are well done. I’m going to have fun with this one.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +3

      You're welcome! Im happy that I could help guide you along and get you started whittling!

  • @AlexAcost01
    @AlexAcost01 Před 2 lety +1

    i dont know why youtube showed me this video in recommended but i am thankful

  • @rionjames
    @rionjames Před 2 lety +1

    Never ever had any thoughts of anything to do with what this video shows but the algorithms sucked me in and now I’m gonna start making one of these this week at work on my breaks

  • @joaolucasoliveirareis1822
    @joaolucasoliveirareis1822 Před 2 lety +167

    You make it look like you're cutting butter! It just looks so smooth that makes me want to try it! Amazing video, congratulations! 💕

    • @Marilolthisishard
      @Marilolthisishard Před 2 lety +5

      Né? Eu tentei aqui em casa com uma faca Tramontina daquelas de carne, e um pedaço de madeira velho, não é igual no vídeo, mas é bem fácil! Depois vou tentar achar uma faca sem serra velha e tentar, acho que deve dar certo!

    • @hushfur
      @hushfur Před 2 lety +4

      Man you haven't lived till you've carved butter

    • @esbenback8839
      @esbenback8839 Před rokem

      You are lucky to have bass Wood over there ! In Denmark where Iive we can’t buy it.

    • @steelwookie
      @steelwookie Před rokem +3

      I started with a cheap whittling kit with what looked like an ok knife and it was a struggle. upgraded to a flexcut knife and it was night and day! much more buttery.

  • @transmitcoum2857
    @transmitcoum2857 Před 2 lety +33

    I'll admit that this was a wholly random interjection into my feed, but i loved every single moment of this. What a wonderful video, thank you !

  • @ginaswann9983
    @ginaswann9983 Před měsícem +1

    I now need a squirrel friend to go with him❤!
    This was a great project! Look forward to more!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před měsícem

      Yesss! A whole woodland critter party!!

  • @Nayukuo
    @Nayukuo Před 2 lety +1

    I can only assume youtube recommended this to me because I collect fox themed goods, because I've never touched wood working in my life. These little guys look so cute that might just change though!

  • @kamoroso94
    @kamoroso94 Před 2 lety +138

    This inspired me to pick up some tools and materials for whittling on Amazon. I just finished my first project, this fox! It took me a while to get the hang of it, and I did have to pause the video for a while to catch up, but it was a wonderful guide to follow along with. I think my fox turned out fantastic for a first timer!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +17

      Outstanding!
      I'm glad you were able to follow the video and make your own lil fox :)

    • @stefanmauhart6318
      @stefanmauhart6318 Před 2 lety +4

      soon you will recognize! supporting amazon is the death of art and our planet

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +10

      True, but really good stuff isnt always sold on amazon and channels like mine help point people to where to find em :) still, i can understand why some prefer amazon for convenience.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +3

      OCC Tools, Flexcut, and Beavercraft are some of the best brands for beginners and gives a lot of value for the money.

    • @gautier3667
      @gautier3667 Před 2 lety +1

      Don't forget to sharp them Bryan! Good tools are nothing if they can't correctly cut your wood

  • @ladygray6081
    @ladygray6081 Před 2 lety +34

    My elderly neighbour has a HUGE collection of birds he’s carved and painted and always wanted to try myself, your vid is great for beginners

  • @mrbearby8458
    @mrbearby8458 Před 2 lety +1

    It’s 4 in the morning, I have school tomorrow, but I think this is more important

  • @GenerallyChaotic6839
    @GenerallyChaotic6839 Před 2 lety +2

    This just ... *appeared* in my feed like a wild Pokémon and I’m not disappointed. I’ve found a new hobby.

  • @stellathefoxgirl3648
    @stellathefoxgirl3648 Před 2 lety +6

    I randomly got recommended this and now I really want to try this myself-
    Edit, unfortunately losing the heart cuz of it: I’ve never carved anything before actually! This vid makes we want to start doing it as a hobby!

  • @RudeViking
    @RudeViking Před 2 lety +4

    Holy crap, this is relaxing to watch. It's like you're carving into an extra crispy apple.

  • @dennismilne2819
    @dennismilne2819 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Another beginner here.. 52-year-old amateur woodworker who never tried carving till now.. this guy is an AMAZING teacher!! He makes the impossible seem very simple! Thank you for this channel.

  • @midnightdoodles
    @midnightdoodles Před 2 lety +52

    This looks awesome! I was reading a book called PAX, and one of the main characters decides to make a fox out of butternut wood because he misses his pet fox Pax. I was interested and you were the first tutorial I found, I hope I can try this sometime :)

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +15

      Ooo a butternut fox sounds like it would look really cool!
      I always find it interesting how some people run across this channel, how you found the channel is quite unique!
      Is it a good book? Always like to keep an eye out for a good read whan I find the time.

    • @midnightdoodles
      @midnightdoodles Před 2 lety +9

      @@CarvingisFun It’s a good book! I’m reading with a few friends, and we’re all really liking it. It’s a bit sad at times, but for the most part, it’s quite nice. Do you have any tips for starting / working with other wood types aside from basswood?

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +10

      I do have some tips for ya and have them listed on my website! But in short, keep your knife sharp (super sharp, sharper than when you got it), softer woods like pine and basswood are more enjoyable, and learn some of the basic cuts (in the last link below).
      Here are 10 different woods I like with my thoughts on carving them: carvingisfun.com/best-wood-for-whittling-and-wood-carving/
      Here are ways to soften the wood for carving: carvingisfun.com/how-to-soften-wood-for-carving/
      For a complete starter gude this one will cover almost everything: carvingisfun.com/whittling-guide/

    • @whalesharkgirI
      @whalesharkgirI Před 2 lety +2

      i love pax sm!! i picked it up a few years ago when from barnes and noble, and i fell in love.

    • @jackster4788
      @jackster4788 Před 2 lety +1

      Same
      I loved the book the second felt a little rushed but was still good

  • @Joe_Mama.also_YTHandlessuckass

    I've never once showed any interest in whittling and yet CZcams decided I needed this, a great video though, so satisfying to watch

  • @alvinfajar857
    @alvinfajar857 Před 2 lety +2

    This video makes me want to makes wood carvings when I retire and give them to my grandchildren whenever they come
    And then remember im still a high school student

    • @willmungas8964
      @willmungas8964 Před 10 dny

      Starting younger will give that skill more time to mature to excellence :)

  • @crioh_
    @crioh_ Před 2 lety +1

    I have never gotten a recommendation for a video like this ever, but the week I get carpentry class, boom.
    Gonna break my mic now 💃

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      Googlw knows too much man. Turn off the tranking on your phone too, I saw the map where they know where Ive been too!

    • @crioh_
      @crioh_ Před 2 lety +1

      @@CarvingisFun thank you! :D

  • @tims5994
    @tims5994 Před 2 lety +36

    Nice video! This makes me want to start carving. What I love about this simple polygonal fox is that If you didn’t have another to compare it to you would never know the face was a little squashed.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +9

      The bunny, bear, or dog would be a good next project.

  • @maddiemelody9001
    @maddiemelody9001 Před 2 lety +78

    I’m so excited to try this! You were absolutely excellent at explaining what we needed to do to accomplish such a great look! I’m planning on giving my carving to my great grandmother, who has the surname “Fox”; we didn’t get to spend Christmas with her as she was sick with Covid, and her husband has been dead for two years this March, making the quarantine really hard on her, so I hope it’ll bring her some happiness!

  • @MaskMajor
    @MaskMajor Před 2 lety +2

    You know this video is going to get recommended again in a few years, cool tutorial tho!

  • @cocobeebunnied7371
    @cocobeebunnied7371 Před 2 lety +1

    I’ve wanted to learn how to do this for so long and just found this Chanel, maybe it’s finally time lol

  • @capuchinosofia4771
    @capuchinosofia4771 Před 2 lety +23

    Something i notice with all great artists is that they make their work look easy-
    And you not only make it look easy, but entertaining! I actually want to do this now!!
    Instantly subscribed, thank you for your videos!!

  • @SophieSquid
    @SophieSquid Před 2 lety +3

    I neither have a block of wood nor a whittling knife nor did I even know what whittling was but here I am and I'm probably going to watch the whole video anyway lmao

  • @atomicwarden9298
    @atomicwarden9298 Před 2 lety +2

    I don’t even work with wood and I clicked because it looks interesting

  • @TheDude8008
    @TheDude8008 Před 2 lety +1

    I can't even stay still and pay attention to 5 minute long guitar tutorials, but this enchanted me to a deep level.

  • @DrunkenLord
    @DrunkenLord Před 2 lety +7

    CZcams: hey wanna see how to whittle a tiny simple fox?
    me, sleepless at 4 am: please, do show me how to whittle a simple fox
    Great tutorial btw

  • @McArRuIzO
    @McArRuIzO Před 2 lety +37

    I just started learning acrylic painting, so I'm all art'ed-out at the moment, but I saw this and it looked relaxing to watch. Nice fox! I'm sure whittlings (is that the word?) are fun to give as gifts. I gave my first few paintings away as gifts, and they feel so robust and display worthy. It's been fun!
    Also, there was a small amount of time as a kid that I was super into whittling sticks in my yard into wands. Wouldn't be surprised if I got into this some day.

  • @jibblywatt5447
    @jibblywatt5447 Před 2 lety +2

    Me who has knows nothing about wood carving what so ever, this pops up in my reccomend
    "So anyways I started learning"

  • @davidcrowe8752
    @davidcrowe8752 Před 2 lety +2

    Definitely the next bob Ross, you deserve a pbs segment

  • @acelinl7652
    @acelinl7652 Před 2 lety +41

    No clue why this was recommended to me, but these videos are really calming. I've been watching them while drawing or when I'm trying to relax on my work break. Your instructions are so gentle and watching you carve is mesmerizing. I have occasional hand tremors so I don't dare try carving by myself yet, but I think this might make a fun activity to try with my grandfather one day. Thank you for this cute little fox, he's so lovely and I'll let you know if I make him one day 💕

    • @maykei3136
      @maykei3136 Před 2 lety +1

      fancy seeing you here buddy

    • @acelinl7652
      @acelinl7652 Před 2 lety +1

      fancy seeing you here too bestie

    • @gmgllc8059
      @gmgllc8059 Před rokem +1

      Your comment about having a tremor caught my eye. I encourage you to give it a shot.I have a severe tremor of the hands, and I whittle, using the same protective measures you see in the video. I have yet to cut myself.

    • @acelinl7652
      @acelinl7652 Před rokem

      @@gmgllc8059 thank you 🥺💫 so if I just use the necessary protection I should be okay then? That was really my main concern with starting something like whittling. I can be a little shakey so I didn't want to get into something if it would just be a safety hazard, but knowing it should be fine I might give it a shot when I have the time

    • @grantkerr3925
      @grantkerr3925 Před rokem

      @@acelinl7652 I also have Essential Tremor. Wear hand protection and take it slow.

  • @caseyfoster3933
    @caseyfoster3933 Před 2 lety +69

    Wow I love the formatting of your tutorial. Thank you for putting the current step up and to the side, it’s incredibly helpful

  • @hallie736
    @hallie736 Před 2 lety +1

    I felt like crying tonight, over... a lot of things. Mostly involving myself.
    I don't know why I clicked on this. I don't whittle (?), and I don't currently plan on learning. But this video calmed me so much. The adorable little fox made me feel so happy? I don't feel like crying now. Thank you.
    Edit:
    I said this, but I love crafting and this looked so fun I may actually get into whittling now... tysm again ;o;

  • @mibber121
    @mibber121 Před 2 lety +1

    this has the feel of like, an old school youtube art tutorial. Yknow, before they all had those super annoying bombastic personalities. Really lovely video :-)

  • @timeabandoned2582
    @timeabandoned2582 Před 2 lety +58

    This looks amazing and fun I'd love to one day follow some of these tutorials they're very calm no stupid overly loud music or rushed parts. Very clear and instructional. I'm wondering if you'd be able to show us how to do a simple bird? I'm a huge lover of Ravens particularly so that'd be awesome if you could ♡

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +19

      Ive been getting a lot of requests for a raven, ill add it to my list of tutorials rto look into

    • @timeabandoned2582
      @timeabandoned2582 Před 2 lety +2

      @@CarvingisFun thank you so much. My name on near every other platform is Raven so I couldn't help suggesting it haha can't wait to see it have fun and good luck carving ^-^

  • @salty_symphony
    @salty_symphony Před 2 lety +3

    So this came on my recommended and now I wanna start whittling, it was something my grandpa used to do and he would make me little foxes kinda like these ones since they are one of my favorite animals.

  • @rubbersoul_
    @rubbersoul_ Před 2 lety +2

    my mans cutting wood like its butter

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety

      Sharp knife + good wood = buttery results

  • @fluffiefoxboi
    @fluffiefoxboi Před 2 lety +1

    I watch this more often then I wanna admit

  • @bartegnal9136
    @bartegnal9136 Před 2 lety +3

    My son said: If he can do it, so can I. I love it.

  • @Mart687
    @Mart687 Před rokem +5

    Wow you made it look so easy. I'm just getting into carving and I already spent hours on carving a 5cm/2inch mushroom. That seemed like a nice simple thing to start with and learn. In stead of like something really hard like a gnoom and get disappointed. I learned a lot by just watching you carve this fox. No cutting against the grain. I learned that already haha. And the steps you follow like waiting to do the legs at the end cause you risk breaking them if you hold it the wrong way. It all makes a lot of sense.
    And you are so right when you say: it doesn't have to be perfect. I was maybe trying to hard to make the perfect mushroom but how many perfect mushrooms are there in nature. I should not waist too much time on that. I learned a lot so thanks! And I'm gonna check out more video's soon.

  • @shadow_crne1030
    @shadow_crne1030 Před 2 lety +1

    Visualizing the fox in your head is probably the most important part in whittling animals.

  • @therealkraxxyt
    @therealkraxxyt Před 2 lety +2

    Not so sure why this was recommended to me, but damn
    I’m glad it was.

  • @dancingalienwithonesubs4716

    I have no plans to start wood carving, and *had* no plans to watch this fully (I did). But. You made this intresting and now I wanna start wood carving- although, I probably won't because I am too young and no one would buy me the supplies. Very satisfying work!

  • @Daxelinho9
    @Daxelinho9 Před 2 lety +4

    I really like your style of explaining stuff!
    You succed in ingiting a fire inside of me and make me want to start right away at 4 AM in the morning. :D
    Now I just need to get a piece of wood and start carving.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you!! I do my best to make them as easy to follow as I can :)

    • @Daxelinho9
      @Daxelinho9 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CarvingisFun Not only that but I love your calm nature and I can feel that carving is your passion.

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      I do enjoy it. Both wood and stone provide so much enjoyment and creative inspiration :)

  • @dob5639
    @dob5639 Před 2 lety +1

    im reading a book called "pax" rn and the main carachter is makeing his pet fox out of wood so it was cool to see this

  • @tasteapiana
    @tasteapiana Před rokem +2

    If I were 5 I'd be enthralled with one of those. Heck, I'm 49 and want to make one just to sit on my desk to look at and have it lighten the mood from time to time lol

  • @hydromaple7646
    @hydromaple7646 Před 2 lety +3

    Him carving wood sounds like someone cutting an apple, it's so satisfying!

  • @CodingCorvus
    @CodingCorvus Před 2 lety +15

    woodcarving looks like a skill easy to learn, tough to master, might pick it up one day thanks to this video

  • @shady_davidd1396
    @shady_davidd1396 Před 2 lety +1

    I have no idea how I got here but I’m so glad I did

  • @wrocco8761
    @wrocco8761 Před 2 lety +1

    Never been on this side of youtube, got recommended randomly. So glad.

  • @teejyy
    @teejyy Před 2 lety +3

    10pm: "I should get to sleep"
    3am: "I whittle wood now"

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      Thats how it is for me sometimes, I do my best work at 2 am

  • @estebansaez4401
    @estebansaez4401 Před 2 lety +7

    I found this on a family meeting on new year and watched it out of boredom, but now i'm deeply interested on it thanks to the way you explained all :) i'll try it as soon as i can!

  • @Aleera616
    @Aleera616 Před rokem +2

    My grandpa died when I was still a kid so I never really got to know him but I always felt like we were very similar. Like he was the missing link in my family that could make me feel like I belonged. When I got older without him around I found myself wondering what it would have been like if he taught me some wood carving. He was self taught and created the most amazing things from wood (miniature trains, faces...). But somehow I always felt this barrier and never tried it myself. Maybe because I only ever saw men and boys doing it, maybe because of my chronic joint pain. But thanks to your videos I just whittled this little fox and I am so happy! This brought me so much joy and memories of my grandfather. Thank you for doing these videos!

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před rokem

      You're welcome!
      Im glad that this project brought back some fond memories for you!

  • @IMelonBeats
    @IMelonBeats Před 2 lety +1

    Legit only saw the carving and read "whittle" and "fox" and my mind went
    "Oooh what a cute whittle foxy"
    Im not disappointed.

  • @___Zack___
    @___Zack___ Před 7 měsíci +3

    Thank you for this video tutorial Brian, it was actually thanks to this that I was enchanted with the subject and inspired to buy a tool set and some wood and get started. This is the first thing I made; this fox. It went pretty well until the end with the head... I couldn't make the shape as good as you did, but not just because of inexperience (mostly, probably) but also the fact all 3 of my knives have a straight blade, not curved. So I messed the head up and it got smaller and smaller and smaller.... So i reduced the snout and made a squirrel out of him haha. Anyway, I almost never leave a comment so excuse the length of it. I really just wanted to say my thanks for inspiring me to take on this hobby ! : )

  • @ccrider3435
    @ccrider3435 Před 2 lety +3

    Jed: "What you doing Jethro?"
    Jethro: "Whittling a stick uncle Jed."
    Jed: "What are ya whittling Jethro?"
    Jethro: "A littler stick uncle Jed."

  • @avirajbasu2520
    @avirajbasu2520 Před 2 lety +1

    i love the fact that you took time to like every single comment...

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety

      I do my best to read what everyone says :)

  • @woofberry
    @woofberry Před 2 lety +2

    I'm not even making any wood figures, i just watch these to relax.

  • @maxs-lz4pn
    @maxs-lz4pn Před 2 lety +8

    Not even three minutes in and I absolutely love your video style. Very calm and informative. I've been wanting to whittle since I was a kid, think it's finally time I give it a shot

  • @salarmer1633
    @salarmer1633 Před 2 lety +5

    Tried this, mine came out looking really good! Really can’t believe how easy to follow this tutorial is

  • @hiraeth_neevous
    @hiraeth_neevous Před 2 lety +1

    The CZcams gods are trying to get me a new hobby.
    Edit: Found my summer break hobby

  • @leodeleon3990
    @leodeleon3990 Před 2 lety +1

    Yt algorithm bringing the good stuff.

  • @silly_bunny985
    @silly_bunny985 Před 2 lety +3

    This is the most entertaining 30 min video ive watched. Felt like the video was only half of the actual length/15 mins long! Such good, and entertaining commentary! I didnt even use this for a tutorial, i just wanted to watch it! I didnt even take a break! Thank you for such an amazing video!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟❤❤❤❤❤

  • @EphYxRS
    @EphYxRS Před 2 lety +3

    The final result is very cute

  • @solidsnakedred
    @solidsnakedred Před 2 lety +1

    I'm thirty seconds in he acknowledged he is gonna be faster then us and will leave reference already outstanding job I'm sure the rest is amazing

  • @demonshadows1
    @demonshadows1 Před 2 lety +1

    Is it strange to compare you to bob Ross as you being the bob ross of whittling? Very soothing, very good instruction, and a great piece of art.

  • @Five_Timber
    @Five_Timber Před 2 lety +13

    So happy I found this, I've always been daunted by beginning anything creative and you made this super approachable. Also loved the calm laid back instructions, very Bob Ross esc

  • @jacket-1989
    @jacket-1989 Před 2 lety +6

    Thank you, i doubt you will ever read this comment, but just in case:
    This is an amazing tutorial and i just went on your channel and it is amazing, you rlly deserve more subscribers, thanks to you i can do what my grandfatger did ! He died before he could ever teach me, thanks to you i can now learn it and make him proud.
    Thanks from france !
    Sorry for the bad english i'm still not fluent enough

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      Howdy!!
      I do my best to read and respond to every comment someone leaves :)
      Thank you for the wonderful comment! These little messages like yours brightens my day and keeps me motivated to keep making videos for everyone.
      You're most welcome. Aso your English is perfect, I cant tell that you're still learning :)

    • @jacket-1989
      @jacket-1989 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CarvingisFun hi! Thank you for your answer!

  • @ianice3584
    @ianice3584 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm really hoping your channel isn't dead, because this is really kind of cool

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety

      Nope not dead, just took some time off last month as my day job got more hectic and wanted to spend time with family.

    • @ianice3584
      @ianice3584 Před 2 lety

      @@CarvingisFun totally understand. I hope you are well

    • @CarvingisFun
      @CarvingisFun  Před 2 lety +1

      All is mostly well, typical life stuffs but nothing I cant handle.

    • @ianice3584
      @ianice3584 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CarvingisFun cool, have a nice day/night

  • @cardboardleaf7971
    @cardboardleaf7971 Před 2 lety +1

    For someone who has never watched a whittling video, I am very happy that you've been my first impression on the genre. I'll absolutely be staying for more of this stuff!