Instructor - Craig Stevens

• April 6 - 20, 2026 6pm - 9pm (3 Monday evenings)

Whittling is an enjoyable woodworking activity that uses a knife to carve and shape a piece of wood. It’s one of the easiest and approachable ways to get into wood carving. Whether an experienced woodworker or just starting out, whittling is a satisfying, creative process that fine-tunes skills while making something by hand.

Along with handling a knife safely, this 3 evening class covers:

• Various carving grips & techniques

• Types of whittling knives

• Sharpening knives

• Laying out ideas in pencil

• Strategies for working with a design, where to start, what to leave for last

• Identifying and carving with the grain

Participants will work with basswood, a species ideal for carving and whittling. Design ideas will be provided. Students will choose from a few different animal designs.

Included in the class fee is an excellent Mora sloyd-style carving knife. Mora is a Swedish company with a long tradition in knife making. Their carving knives are perfect for whittling.

Cost includes all supplies.