Author: David D. Hughes

I just love creating things with my hands. It's amazing how little I appreciated learning these skills when I was younger. Today, it is a source of great joy. I whittle, carve, wood burn and more!

Walnut Hollow Creative Versa with Variable Temperature Control & 11 Changeable Tips Review [REVISITED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 06:01 pmThe Walnut Hollow Creative Versa Tool allows the artist to design on any surface by adjusting the temperature. Temperature control has a range of 0-950 Degrees Fahrenheit.     Walnut Hollow Creative Versa is perfect for wood burning techniques such as drawing lines and shading with detail. It…

Beavercraft DK1S Drawknife with Oak Handle in Leather Sheath Review

Last updated on September 22nd, 2022 at 05:07 pmThe Beavercraft DK1S – Drawknife with oak handle in the leather sheath is an excellent knife for drawing wood from a log. When you use a draw knife, you have to draw it. This means that the handle must be comfortable and stable, and the blade must…

Old Timer 24OT Splinter Carvin’ 6in Traditional Folding Review [UPDATED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 06:01 pmThe Old Timer 24OT Splinter Carvin’ 6in Traditional Folding has been around for a while now. For some children, this will have been the first knife that they owned. I have always liked the multi-tool nature of this folding knife. This makes it incredibly versatile. If you…

Xacto X5175 Deluxe Woodcarving Set Review [REVISITED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 06:00 pmAre you getting the Xacto X5175 Deluxe Woodcarving Set? This complete woodcarving set would make a great addition to any workshop. If you are not sure what to expect, this article will help. The Looks The Xacto X5175 set includes everything you could need and leaves very…

Beavercraft SK1 Spoon Carving Knife 25mm Review [UPDATED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 06:00 pmAre you thinking of getting a new spoon carving knife but not sure what to go for? It is important to know what your desired result is. The Beavercraft SK1 Spoon carving knife 25mm is one that you could consider.  That way, you can look for the…

KAKURI Japanese Kiridashi Carving Knife Review [UPDATED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 05:58 pmI’ve always appreciated Japanese knives. That is something that I carried over to carving. With that in mind, I had to check out the KAKURI Japanese Kiridashi Carving Knife. If you consider it, this post will let you know what you can expect. The Looks This is…

Walnut Hollow Creative Woodburner Kit for Personalized Coasters & Ornaments Review [UPDATED]

Last updated on August 3rd, 2022 at 05:57 pmYou can use the Walnut Creative Wood Burner Kit to make wedding decor, gifts, and personalized wood pieces. This gives you that authentic style. It comes with Live-Edge basswood which can be drilled to create ornaments.  The pieces are best suited for coasters, and to give it…

Beavercraft C10 Geometric Carving Knife Review [REVISITED]

Last updated on August 1st, 2022 at 02:27 amAre you looking for the best geometric wood carving knife? The size of the knife will affect how well you can carve and what areas you can get into. The Beavercraft C10 is small enough to fit in the tightest spaces and can carve some of the…