I love all kinds of carving.
If I see something I like in Woodcarving Illustrated or in another carving magazine, I'll give the pattern a whirl. I usually change it up quite a bit but sometimes they turn out pretty close to the original pattern.
But, I have to admit, my favorite way to carve is to just pick up a piece of wood and start carving. Sometimes I'll doodle a little on the wood and sometimes I'll just carve away without really knowing where the carving will take me.
That's how I carved this guy:
Hand Carved Santa Ornament Wood Carving, Midnight Blue
I picked up a scrap of basswood and started carving one morning. This is how he turned out. I think he's a cutie! :)
You can see more pics of him in my Etsy shop here.
Hope you like him! ~ Debra
