In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the significance of using our hands. Our hands are instruments of creation and connection. In this article, we’ll explore the profound importance of using our hands
Hi Nick, thanks for joining us today. Could you start by telling us a bit about yourself and your background? Of course! My name is Nick Vorstermans, I work under the name Studio Critical:
Indian micro artist Shashikant Prajapati broke the world record held by Navratan Prajapati Murtikar. Masterful Miniature: Shashikant Prajapati’s Tiny Triumphs Shashikant Prajapati, an Indian artisan, broke the world record by crafting what can only
Spoon carving, like other forms of woodworking and creative activities, can have several beneficial effects on mental health and overall well-being. Here are six reasons why spoon carving can contribute to mental health and
The Bowl Gathering: Celebrating Wooden Bowl Craft with Workshops and Courses The Bowl Gathering Woodworking Festival is a vibrant green woodworking festival dedicated to the art of crafting wooden bowls and related skills. Our
The Great Scottish Spoon Hoolie: the best spoon carving festival in Scotland? The Great Scottish Spoon Hoolie is the chance to spend a weekend in the Scottish woodlands with like-minded greenwood carvers, to learn
When it comes to spoon carving, both green wood and dry wood can be used, but they each have their advantages and disadvantages. If you are uncertain which one to choose, don’t worry. We
Whether you’ve never carved a spoon before or you’re a seasoned pro, you may find yourself wondering: why spoon carving? What is it about chipping away at, carving, and smoothing a piece of wood
Before we get started on how to learn to sharpen a hook knife like a pro I’d like to highlight that sharp tools are essential both for safety and success with any wood carving
Wood carving has become a popular pastime worldwide, enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you’re looking to engage in it as a recreational activity or a source of income, there are several things
Brush making is actually not so hard as I originally thought. It surely needs some trial and error but the whole experience was relaxing, mind stimulating and extremely satisfying. So here are my tips,
Our carving axe will travel across the globe! Once upon a time in Sweden, there were two friends – Nils, a blacksmith, and Dio, a woodcarver – who shared a passion for creating beautiful
There are several reasons why we like to use wooden kitchen utensils, despite the availability of other materials such as plastic, metal, and silicone. Natural Material Wooden spoons and utensils are made from a
Have you heard of Snittefest? Inspired by the first Täljfest at Sätergläntan, Snittefest was started in 2015 in the woods outside Roskilde in Denmark. Since then, this 2½ day wood carving festival has run
The wood and knife is one with your hands, the spoon hiding inside the blank is slowly but surely revealing itself to you. The material is almost taking the decisions for you, wood chip
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