Doug, we have watched you step up your game. The great thing is, everyone can step up with you. I can’t wait to have some time here to really carve along with you. Please don’t ever delete your old videos
8:30 Litte dude blank complete 16:38 Eyes 18:12 Eye Bags, finish ears, round head 27:15 Smile Lines 34:20 Face done, 34:50 start the body 38:25 Pocketses 43:16 back of legs 46:15 front legs
You are a talented carver, but your true gift is teaching/explaining. The way you break each carving down into simple steps makes it doable and understandable for beginners like me. Thank you.
Doug, you and your little steel magic wand continue to amaze me. With your little almost imperceptible cuts, you transform these little pieces of wood into wonderful creations. Thanks so much for doing these.
Doug: You are masterful in your handling of a knife blade. Where others tend to use small gouges or tiny blades for such small figure details, you masterfully carve the finest detail with your inch and a half or inch and a quarter, or whatever blade length this particular knife is. No detail is too much of a challenge for you. I just love to watch your consumate knife skill as you create such wondefully detailed "tiny figures!" Please keep bringin 'em!!! Well done!
Thanks Doug for all you do to help out other carvers. I've been at this many years now and never a day goes by when I don't learn something new. I love your enthusiasm for our wonderful hobby! 🙂
Thankyou so much Doug. Truly inspirational. Your gift to us mere mortals that are just starting out with a whittling knife. Love the content and it's free!! Thanks for the time you put into these
Miraculous how much detail you get into such a small piece! And your calm demeanor as you teach is great . I have only ever watched a couple UA-cam videos from start to finish without hitting the fast forward button! I just watched two of your hr long videos in completion. Great job
Amazing transformation from a square 2” block of basswood, love it! I applaud you time and effort for us want to be carvers that are beginners Thank You 🙏 God Bless
Fantastic again Doug, my house has been over run by little hillbillies and now I have someone to keep them in check! Loving what you're doing, I was starting to get frustrated, trying to progress to quickly, I'm following along this series, doing multiple carvings of the same thing (I've 30+ hillbillies) I can see my progression, cleaner cuts, speed picking up and just plain having fun with these little guys.
I absolutely love these Doug! I am recovering from carpal tunnel surgery but I can’t wait to get back to carving and doing a bunch of these guys . Hope you and family are well
Excellent commentary..this is the cut and here's why...that really helps with new carvers! Woodcarving Illustrated many times caters to experienced carvers because they show more progress than what is explained from one photo to the next...
Awesome Doug ! Watching your video on the 1X1 Gnomes was my first attempt at carving and I made at least a dozen of them. This 1X1 carving of the little man is going to be even more fun and I'm sure I will fill my living room with chips again. Love it! Thanks for sharing your talent and this fun hobby.
Doug, You are an excellent teacher. I look forward to your next videos every time. Thank you so much for your help in making me a better carver/ whittler.
Doug I have been watching your videos for the last couple of years and you get better and better I love the one inch series, your a great teacher, and Im hooked on Carving , keep up the good work
Doug, I gave one of my little gnome men to a friend. She took him to the hospital for a hip surgery, and she's had so much fun with him. Talking with Dr.'s and nurses about him. So, thank you Doug for inspiring me and helping bring a smile to someone's day.
I really like this one! Answered a few issues I always had re: hands in pockets, pants overhanging the shoes, and lots of features that make the face more realistic. I’ve always had trouble with these. Thanks a lot!! Just what I was struggling with. Im going to make a bunch of these to practice. Im thrilled with what you have just demonstrated. Your instruction is top notch.
Hardest one (as a beginner) i have attempted so far. Back to gnomes for a while .Learning Knife control and being a bit more gentle when cutting is my Trojan horse. Thanks for taking time to show us how to do it. Great teacher Thank you
You have the best voice for this. The way you talk through it all makes it seem so stress free. I just found you, and I watch you to hear you talk me through it =)
Truly inspiring Doug, thank you for sharing your skill with us. The way you impart character into these little guys with what seem to be the simplest of cuts and facets shows a great understanding of form and posture. I haven't even started whittling anything myself as yet, but be assured that after listening to your calm and confidence inspiring guidance, I'm going to start! Ok, - I'm off to the Amazon to buy some Limewood blocks and some of those bullet-proof gloves. (I DO nearly faint every time you slice towards your fingers and thumbs, and it must be a testament to dexterity that you still have a full set of digits. Thank you again, - I can't wait to watch more.
Just found this channel, and it’s been so helpful. I couldn’t wrap my head around scale and where to put in the detail. The bigger the wood the more detail you need to add, which is well beyond my skill set. These small characters are perfect for me and a lot more enjoyable.
Thanks Doug. I have learned so much from watching all your videos.I mentioned the code "LINKER" when I called to subscribe to "Woodcarving". The woman I spoke with knew nothing of it. I thought you may like to know.Again, thanks for all and I look forward to your videos always.
Thanks Doug, love your video. I think 2 inch men are my favorite . Quick and done in a short amount of time. Please don’t forget to do a 2 inch snowman.
I really like this! the detail on the eyes and ears is awesome! I have been slowely improving my eye carving, mostly because every time you do a tutorial you add another level of refinement to how the eyes are done. I have been able to follow this and incorporate it into my other carvings. Thank you!
Very good work and great skill in your art, I am going to make some carvings, you will be my teacher and guide in these works, I am grateful for your videos
Thanks for this great new video. I just started carving over the winter and love carving the 2” little guys. I am excited to try this one out. Lots of great tips. 👍
Great video, Doug! I am going to carve several of these little guys and compare the first to the last! Thanks for everything you do to keep folks interested in this wonderful art form!
I just renewed my subscription for Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! I've ordered some of the books that you recommended. I've so much to do and my plate is full. These are cute little people. I save all your UA-cam videos and I can't wait to carve any of your projects.
A great instructional. Mine worked out OK, but I had some problems with the piece of wood splitting easily, it had a grain structure I initially didn't expect. Thanks Doug.
Love these guys Doug! Couple of new knives landed in my mail box this week. Hopefully I can get started with a test drive on these guys next week. You have good things happening 😊. Thanks
Just whittled me up one..they are cute..i gave a lil man i carved to a girl at work..bad mistake now they all want one...lol...thank you....i really like the face.s on yr.s...ill use yr design on the face.s from now on..
“Maybe the Only one out there… but one of the best. Huh huh.” Great stand up comedy potential there DL! 😂 I can see you getting on SNL very soon. Huh huh!!
Doug, we have watched you step up your game. The great thing is, everyone can step up with you. I can’t wait to have some time here to really carve along with you. Please don’t ever delete your old videos
@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist9 Amen! Doug is good but JESUS is better!
I've been looking for an artistic form and came across this and bingo, I found it
8:30 Litte dude blank complete
16:38 Eyes
18:12 Eye Bags, finish ears, round head
27:15 Smile Lines
34:20 Face done, 34:50 start the body
38:25 Pocketses
43:16 back of legs
46:15 front legs
Doug, never apologize, we never get bored with your teaching and creations, you are an inspiration
yea im new to his art but not to whittling..... Wood carver Want to Be?
You are a talented carver, but your true gift is teaching/explaining. The way you break each carving down into simple steps makes it doable and understandable for beginners like me. Thank you.
Thanks for another really great carving tutorial / I’m going to start right in on one of these little bald guys - Have a Happy Summer, josh
Doug, it's always a pleasure to watch you and listen to you while you carve!
Doug, you and your little steel magic wand continue to amaze me. With your little almost imperceptible cuts, you transform these little pieces of wood into wonderful creations. Thanks so much for doing these.
Doug: You are masterful in your handling of a knife blade. Where others tend to use small gouges or tiny blades for such small figure details, you masterfully carve the finest detail with your inch and a half or inch and a quarter, or whatever blade length this particular knife is. No detail is too much of a challenge for you. I just love to watch your consumate knife skill as you create such wondefully detailed "tiny figures!" Please keep bringin 'em!!! Well done!
Thanks Doug for all you do to help out other carvers. I've been at this many years now and never a day goes by when I don't learn something new. I love your enthusiasm for our wonderful hobby! 🙂
Thankyou so much Doug. Truly inspirational. Your gift to us mere mortals that are just starting out with a whittling knife. Love the content and it's free!! Thanks for the time you put into these
Miraculous how much detail you get into such a small piece!
And your calm demeanor as you teach is great .
I have only ever watched a couple UA-cam videos from start to finish without hitting the fast forward button! I just watched two of your hr long videos in completion. Great job
Amazing transformation from a square 2” block of basswood, love it! I applaud you time and effort for us want to be carvers that are beginners Thank You 🙏 God Bless
Yet another fantastic carving, these little guys are so full of character. Thanks for the video Doug.
Fantastic again Doug, my house has been over run by little hillbillies and now I have someone to keep them in check! Loving what you're doing, I was starting to get frustrated, trying to progress to quickly, I'm following along this series, doing multiple carvings of the same thing (I've 30+ hillbillies) I can see my progression, cleaner cuts, speed picking up and just plain having fun with these little guys.
I absolutely love these Doug! I am recovering from carpal tunnel surgery but I can’t wait to get back to carving and doing a bunch of these guys .
Hope you and family are well
Thank You Doug. These 1inch carves have been such a God send, as were you. I always look forward to your next Video.
You are the Bob Ross of carving. You make something so complex, so approachable. Thank you.
Excellent commentary..this is the cut and here's why...that really helps with new carvers! Woodcarving Illustrated many times caters to experienced carvers because they show more progress than what is explained from one photo to the next...
I love this series. I don't have big hands so these little guys would be a lot easier to carve. Thank you!
Awesome Doug ! Watching your video on the 1X1 Gnomes was my first attempt at carving and I made at least a dozen of them. This 1X1 carving of the little man is going to be even more fun and I'm sure I will fill my living room with chips again. Love it! Thanks for sharing your talent and this fun hobby.
Doug, You are an excellent teacher. I look forward to your next videos every time. Thank you so much for your help in making me a better carver/ whittler.
Doug I have been watching your videos for the last couple of years and you get better and better I love the one inch series, your a great teacher, and Im hooked on Carving , keep up the good work
I’m really liking these 2” guys! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait until the next one.👍🏻
Doug, I gave one of my little gnome men to a friend. She took him to the hospital for a hip surgery, and she's had so much fun with him. Talking with Dr.'s and nurses about him. So, thank you Doug for inspiring me and helping bring a smile to someone's day.
Thanks!
Sam, how can I buy Doug a cup of coffee? Where is the link? How does it work? Thank you 😊
@@markocahoon Its the Thanks button under the video window. You have to setup an account.
Just watched this. Well..... that's me busy again. I love these little fellas. Thanks Doug.
it is really entertaining and educational to see the variety you can bring to a 1x1x2 carving. Thanks for all you do for us carvers.
Thank you, these little guys have been so much fun to do. Love your videos.
Thanks Doug!! Another awesome little carving. You are a true inspiration.
Thanks!
Doug, this is a great carve, I especially appreciate the ears.
Doug I love the character you imbue into these tiny carvings! It has been and continues to be a real pleasure to watch and listen to your videos.❤
Hi Doug, you are never ever boring. Thanks for being entertaining also. Wish my knife could sing like yours. Many thanks
I started doing small little guys with my extra scrap wood and it's probably more fun and rewarding than the big ones! Those look great.
I really like this one!
Answered a few issues I always had re: hands in pockets, pants overhanging the shoes, and lots of features that make the face more realistic.
I’ve always had trouble with these.
Thanks a lot!!
Just what I was struggling with.
Im going to make a bunch of these to practice.
Im thrilled with what you have just demonstrated.
Your instruction is top notch.
Doug, this is fantastic work! Just exactly what I want to carve for a long time. Thank you.
Thanks for taking us along 👍
I’m not a figurine carver but I really enjoy following along with your process and watching what you find in the blocks.
Nice simple little fellers Doug
Hardest one (as a beginner) i have attempted so far. Back to gnomes for a while .Learning Knife control and being a bit more gentle when cutting is my Trojan horse. Thanks for taking time to show us how to do it. Great teacher Thank you
Always a enjoyment my friend ..your the best with that 1 inch blocks ..Thank you Doug for sharing
Thanks Gene!
You have the best voice for this. The way you talk through it all makes it seem so stress free. I just found you, and I watch you to hear you talk me through it =)
Great video! This guy is easy, but has great detail. This is perfect and so much fun. Thanks Doug!
Lovely! Looking forward to carving this little guy
Nice one Doug, love these little guys.
Incredible work! You are such a great teacher! Cheers! From NL, Canada
Excellent video Doug, think it’s my new favourite!
Doug beautiful job, those guy look awesome, you always have something new carving take care.
You make it look so easy. What I find in a block of wood is nothing like yours.
Truly inspiring Doug, thank you for sharing your skill with us. The way you impart character into these little guys with what seem to be the simplest of cuts and facets shows a great understanding of form and posture. I haven't even started whittling anything myself as yet, but be assured that after listening to your calm and confidence inspiring guidance, I'm going to start!
Ok, - I'm off to the Amazon to buy some Limewood blocks and some of those bullet-proof gloves. (I DO nearly faint every time you slice towards your fingers and thumbs, and it must be a testament to dexterity that you still have a full set of digits.
Thank you again, - I can't wait to watch more.
Nice work ,boy you can hear how dry that wood is
Love this 1x1 carves😅
Just found this channel, and it’s been so helpful. I couldn’t wrap my head around scale and where to put in the detail. The bigger the wood the more detail you need to add, which is well beyond my skill set. These small characters are perfect for me and a lot more enjoyable.
Great little carving.
Thanks Doug. I have learned so much from watching all your videos.I mentioned the code "LINKER" when I called to subscribe to "Woodcarving". The woman I spoke with knew nothing of it. I thought you may like to know.Again, thanks for all and I look forward to your videos always.
Hope they figured it out for you
Thank you for sharing, Doug! Learning so much from you. Wish you all the best from Hungary!
I amazed at how easy you make these look. Thank you for another great video!
You make it look easy! You have the calmest voice. I could listen all day! 😂
Thanks Doug, love your video. I think 2 inch men are my favorite . Quick and done in a short amount of time. Please don’t forget to do a 2 inch snowman.
I really like this! the detail on the eyes and ears is awesome! I have been slowely improving my eye carving, mostly because every time you do a tutorial you add another level of refinement to how the eyes are done. I have been able to follow this and incorporate it into my other carvings. Thank you!
Very good work and great skill in your art, I am going to make some carvings, you will be my teacher and guide in these works, I am grateful for your videos
Hey Doug that’s so nice and it doesn’t take you long to carve, just incredible work and thanks for sharing! 👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯
Thanks for this great new video. I just started carving over the winter and love carving the 2” little guys. I am excited to try this one out. Lots of great tips. 👍
I’m late to watch but enjoying this so much- the fellers are real cute and distinctive- thanks Doug🥰
Great video, Doug! I am going to carve several of these little guys and compare the first to the last! Thanks for everything you do to keep folks interested in this wonderful art form!
Another great tutorial Doug.
I just renewed my subscription for Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! I've ordered some of the books that you recommended. I've so much to do and my plate is full. These are cute little people. I save all your UA-cam videos and I can't wait to carve any of your projects.
Another great one, I’m loving this series 👍
Great cut Doug ! 👏
Thanks Doug! 😁👍
Nice, very nice. Enjoyed, thanks.
I am so excited to make those!! You’re the man Doug.
A great instructional. Mine worked out OK, but I had some problems with the piece of wood splitting easily, it had a grain structure I initially didn't expect. Thanks Doug.
Just love it, especially when it comes alive
bein new to the hobby your channel is a blessing, thanks and youre a great teacher
Brilliant as always Doug, thank you.
Man as a newbie I am looking forward to the day I get my blade sharp enough to sound like the cuts you are making! Good stuff here.
I always enjoy your tutorials. Thanks.
Thank you Doug! I love them 😊
Love these guys Doug! Couple of new knives landed in my mail box this week. Hopefully I can get started with a test drive on these guys next week. You have good things happening 😊. Thanks
Good work buddy! Great 1" guys!
Another great demo , these are great little guys!
Awesome, good timing to. My Wife has been after me for months to do a little guy this size.
Your awesome Doug! I tried a little man step by step, not as good as yours, hope you dont get tired of teaching!
Another great video Doug!
@texxttmeoynum_ I called the number but a Pakistani guy answered and said my car warranty has expired?
You carved my late Dad's likeness in this one! Thanks ❤! Happy tears...
Awesome…liking your basement setup, has a nice rustic look. My summer project is converting a corner of my garage into a cool carving space.
Doug is the "Bob Ross" of carving!
Greetings from bonnie Scotland. Thank you for sharing your art with us across the pond, I'm loving these little fellas!
I like your Tolkin.
Fun fun carve. And I’m home today 😂. Win win. Thank you. I will carve several
I've learned so much from your videos! Thank you!! More women carvings please.
Cool nicely done, thanks and take care.
Thank you Doug, can't wait to try this one.
Great job Doug! Will try after I watch video a couple of times.
I learned how to carve these little guys from Jack Price's books. Great tutorial!!
You always make me smile with your carvings. Thank you 😁😁😁
Fantástico Doug, você é um artista nato.
Parabéns
Just whittled me up one..they are cute..i gave a lil man i carved to a girl at work..bad mistake now they all want one...lol...thank you....i really like the face.s on yr.s...ill use yr design on the face.s from now on..
Thanks Doug.
“Maybe the Only one out there… but one of the best. Huh huh.” Great stand up comedy potential there DL! 😂 I can see you getting on SNL very soon. Huh huh!!
So cute! 😊