Choose Your Gnome - Simple Beginner Friendly Woodcarving Tutorial For any Season

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  • @TheRealGioVega
    @TheRealGioVega 2 роки тому +81

    I started carving about two months ago and I just can’t thank you enough for all the time and effort you’ve put into all of your videos. If it wasn’t for you and this channel I would have never started out this amazing journey and what has turned out to be my new favorite hobby

    • @garettwilder8395
      @garettwilder8395 2 роки тому +7

      He’s the best man. I paid $20 for a month of “woodcarving academy” online and all the lessons on there are aren’t nearly as in depth or as clear in instruction as Doug.. I cancelled that and pretty much only watch Doug now.. a littttleeee gene messer but nobody’s as good as Doug 👍

    • @andrewgward7
      @andrewgward7 2 роки тому +7

      Same here, Doug Linker was the first youtube video I saw on whittling. It was so fun to watch the carving that I just had to get into it myself.

    • @TheRealGioVega
      @TheRealGioVega 2 роки тому +3

      @@andrewgward7 Exactly! Same here!

    • @steves7271
      @steves7271 2 роки тому +4

      Yes, I completely agree. I started at the end of last year too, and Doug has the best channel to follow along. Really appreciate this fine gentleman.

  • @whittler3358
    @whittler3358 2 роки тому +31

    You are the “Bob Ross “ of carving! Calming voice, Great instructions, Great work!

  • @jimstuart3373
    @jimstuart3373 Рік тому +6

    At 73 yrs old, you have talked me into a new hobby! Thank you for the great slow paced videos and for sharing your expertise. I've always loved working with wood, but having moved into a small apartment with no place for larger power tools, this is just what I needed to keep my retirement days busy. Thanks again, I'm lovin' it.

  • @joebtemp
    @joebtemp 2 роки тому +2

    Nice to get back to basics and just have some fun whittling. The beauty of these characters is that you can do them with virtually any size scrap pieces you have lying around

  • @christinedavidson7189
    @christinedavidson7189 2 роки тому +10

    On my 52nd carving since taking it up at the start of the covid lockdowns and about 49 of them are your creations. 😁 Thanking you for all your hard work, time and effort in taking us newbies through all the steps. Looking forward to the next one.

  • @AdventureIndiana
    @AdventureIndiana 2 роки тому +3

    Stuff like this is super awesome and fun. I make a lot of little wood carvings. Most of them I give away so I have an excuse to make another one.

  • @docinparadise
    @docinparadise 2 роки тому +9

    Mr. Linker this is the best video for beginners you have ever made! I have watched them all, and this one taught me things I had yet to learn from you. Thanks so much!💕

  • @davidrundgren7538
    @davidrundgren7538 2 роки тому +2

    Just completed the St. Patrick's Day gnome, thanks Doug! Took me 4 hours so I now know I can carve one in a day. This is too cool!

  • @W8MJL
    @W8MJL 2 роки тому +8

    Hey Doug, I want to thank you for helping an old carver get back into the hobby. I've been a carver ever since i can remember, my G. grandfather taught me basic cuts what seems like a lifetime ago, but as is normal life and work got in the way until carving was a thing of the past. I've been watching your videos for a while and this little gnome, and you, just made me want to pick back up my knives and make some chips. My hands aren't what they use to be but the knife feels natural in my hand again and my gnome came out a little rough but it sure was a fun couple of hours. So again i wanted to say thank you, i now plan on taking my "carving jack" on the dump truck with me and carving while i wait on loads. Keep up the good work and stay safe my friend.

    • @usernamemykel
      @usernamemykel Рік тому

      It sure beats waiting for an 11 year solar cycle to reach it's zenith!
      73 N4ANO

  • @TheBigBadWolfLives
    @TheBigBadWolfLives 2 роки тому +1

    Doug, watching your videos and carving makes for a fun carve. Gnomes are always fun. Thanks!

  • @gremlin3089
    @gremlin3089 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the tutorial Doug! Enjoyed it as always. Always appreciate you taking the time to share with the carving community!

  • @1lisak
    @1lisak Рік тому +1

    I just ordered so tools to get started and I CANNOT wait until they get here! I'm so excited to start after watching a bunch of your videos. I've wanted to try for so long but just never got the guts to do it untl watching you so THANK YOU!

  • @shawnfarrell2564
    @shawnfarrell2564 2 роки тому +7

    New to carving and LOVE your videos. I've been carving something new everyday, practicing my skills. Thank you for sharing your craft!

  • @PeteLewisWoodwork
    @PeteLewisWoodwork 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks again, Doug, for a great little whittle that can be done just about anytime and anywhere without too much concentration. Make one while the dinner cooks to put in the middle of the table, sort of thing!

  • @bige5565
    @bige5565 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks so much Doug. Love your teaching and simple whittles.

  • @wickdghost3639
    @wickdghost3639 2 роки тому +3

    I love these little carvings. I started with you little Santa magnet, the most satisfyingly simple carving and have been at it since. Thanks so much for your videos and ideas. It's an amazing pastime, it's quiet and fun. Big change from work when you're a mechanic like I am lol

  • @charleslamica5123
    @charleslamica5123 2 роки тому +2

    I enjoy all your videos, but these simpler carvings are so fun for those times when you just want to sit down and whittle something quick and easy. Thank you!

  • @jackdon4482
    @jackdon4482 2 роки тому +1

    Must say I enjoyed doing this one, like all your carvings! Also, you have a great verbal demeanor in putting us relatively new carvers 'at ease' that its about enjoying the carving. Thanks for all you do!

  • @tomevans4402
    @tomevans4402 2 роки тому +3

    Love this guy. Have carved many many of your simple wizards. Made them for every holiday. Will do this gnome a lot. Great fun idea!!! Thanks

  • @janinerobertson425
    @janinerobertson425 2 роки тому +1

    Always love your videos and tutorials thank you so much!! I saw some little carved faces on a walk through the wood near me came home found your channel and from there believed I might be able to make them too, I've not looked back you're such a good teacher thank you for my new hobby!!! Xx

  • @mikenap3253
    @mikenap3253 2 роки тому +1

    Doug, you are a very good teacher!! This video was so informative, and so simply delivered. Much appreciated!!

  • @north40art
    @north40art 2 роки тому +1

    This is awesome Doug. I just got my flex cut knife and my no cut Glove and i got a 3day weekend.. I also listened to carving and coffee podcast today. I am a podcast junkie and glad to have found yours.

  • @III_music
    @III_music Рік тому +1

    Hey Doug, I just wanted to say thank you for taking the time and care you take to make all of these videos! I got into whittling because of them, and it's opened up my life in the most unforeseen ways lol I'm very happy I found your channel and I hope to keep watching and carving until I can't or I cut off some fingers 😂 Thank you and have a great day! 🪵🔪🪵

  • @davidarcher392
    @davidarcher392 2 роки тому +1

    Great job! Love your work. I’ve always wanted to carve and have been carving for two years all because of you and your easy methods to learn. People are now asking me to do paid work for them. Thank you Doug.

  • @kevint8532
    @kevint8532 2 роки тому +1

    Just finished the Leprechaun today ! Great tutorial..Turned out great. Thanks for all that you put out on carving. I have completed many of your carvings. Been carving about 6 most now and doing your projects are a fantastic learning experience.

  • @dannycallahan2879
    @dannycallahan2879 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your videos. I've been carving about a year now and most of it has been your hillbillies. I am starting to make my own version of them. I enjoy your videos and looking forward to seeing more. I'm going to try carving a gnome out of a utility pole this summer. Thanks again Danny

  • @coleburns1931
    @coleburns1931 2 роки тому +1

    You’re my favorite whittler on UA-cam by far! Your videos are so much more in depth then anybody else’s. You bring such a unique and informative way to whittling in my opinion. I always look forward to your videos!

  • @markb8954
    @markb8954 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you Doug for yet one more little project. These are great little practice carvings - not a ton of details to worry about. Many different little characters from the same “design” & lots of room to improvise & customize. Perfect. 👍👏🏻👏🏻

    • @mrtb1948
      @mrtb1948 8 місяців тому

      Doug how about a video what paint or stain you use on your carvings.

  • @beaunaro
    @beaunaro 2 роки тому +1

    I really like your approach, your simplicity, and humor.
    You truly make these carvings FUN!
    All the while achieving a quality and precise carving.
    Keep helping us out.
    Love your videos.
    Thank you ever so much from Wisconsin.

  • @danielforde-pogson
    @danielforde-pogson Рік тому

    I'm starting today! My tools arrived yesterday along with my basswood. Can't wait! Thanks for all your encouragement and teaching. Gosh, I'm even speaking Canadian now!!

  • @scottireland7890
    @scottireland7890 2 роки тому

    Thank you Doug. Always enjoy your videos and what Gio said.

  • @Sesshourmaru123
    @Sesshourmaru123 2 роки тому +1

    You sir got me into carving and I thank you for it. I started with one of your gnomes and then made a Easter island head.

  • @carvingjunkies
    @carvingjunkies 2 роки тому +1

    Great video (as always) Doug. Thanks for continuing to share your time and knowledge!

  • @ladyliberty417
    @ladyliberty417 2 роки тому +1

    Simple and calming, thanks Doug❣️
    It’s about my level, ha!

  • @joshuahagedorn4537
    @joshuahagedorn4537 2 роки тому +1

    Never disappointed with ya Doug. Always wonderful

  • @user8542
    @user8542 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for these videos, sir. Your videos inspired me to pick my carving knife back up a few years ago and I'm really enjoying it.

    • @tomowens9746
      @tomowens9746 2 роки тому

      Excellent instructions. Thanks.

  • @fouroakscrafts7240
    @fouroakscrafts7240 2 роки тому +1

    I always enjoy watching you carve, Doug! Those are nice and simple with so many design possibilities!

  • @Phantom6722
    @Phantom6722 2 роки тому

    What a great little carving Doug, I’ll try a few tomorrow. Appreciate your efforts in making the videos.

  • @robcarr1899
    @robcarr1899 2 роки тому +1

    These are cute little fellas and I think i need to have a go at carving a couple.
    Thanks for the inspiration Doug. Stay safe buddy.

  • @ryanot
    @ryanot Рік тому

    I love this one. Sat down on Saturday and knocked out a variation on this. Thank you.

  • @andrewgward7
    @andrewgward7 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome! Can't wait to see what you do next, I'm sure it will be awesome!!

  • @scottwyatt1086
    @scottwyatt1086 2 роки тому +1

    It's always a pleasure watching you carve and listening to your insights as you work your way through. I'm already envisioning a variation of the St. Patrick's Day one to become an Uncle Sam. Keep up the great work Doug.

  • @peteroberts7334
    @peteroberts7334 2 роки тому +1

    Great Gnome tutorial Doug !! Gave me great ideas !!

  • @doublem7523
    @doublem7523 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for your videos, I’m only carving around 6 weeks now and your tutorials have gave me a great advantage in the art

  • @Mz.Stephanie
    @Mz.Stephanie Рік тому

    I really enjoyed your videos, thank you. I started by watching about carving on my walking sticks and now I can't wait to carve one of these little guys!!!

  • @kengarris1046
    @kengarris1046 Рік тому

    Hello Doug
    I started carving about 3months ago and really enjoy it ! I was introduced to it by a close friend but haven't progressed much until I watched your video "choose your gnome" it has been soooo helpful my knife skills have improved exponentially thanks to your videos. Thank you for what you do will be following your videos closely.

  • @kerasine
    @kerasine 2 роки тому +1

    This is a great design. Looks simple, flexible and fun. I will give it a shot, thanks for sharing!

  • @user-iq5jy2gv9l
    @user-iq5jy2gv9l Рік тому

    Wanted to start whittling and dident know wear to start surched for ages . Then came across your videos it's amayzing made some little bits and have lurnt things on the way . Love your work a great inspiration.

  • @alfredw1
    @alfredw1 2 роки тому

    I like these little gnomes. This is such a beautiful video. Thanks!

  • @dylantryzz3243
    @dylantryzz3243 2 роки тому +3

    Nice! These look fun! Lots of room for creativity.

  • @joeverrill6837
    @joeverrill6837 2 роки тому

    Great Video, keep them coming Doug, really appreciate your videos. Thanks a ton.

  • @playsball
    @playsball Рік тому +1

    you're like the Bob Ross of woodcarving! Great video! I can't wait to make some of these.

  • @pappy1812
    @pappy1812 Рік тому

    I find myself going thru a real bad time in life. Stumbling across your channel has really helped me to keep going. I got a cheap set of carving knives and I find your tutorials so easy to follow. I have a lot of practice to do in order to be happy with my own work but you make me feel like I can get there.
    Thank you for all of your videos

  • @jasonhanson6332
    @jasonhanson6332 2 роки тому +1

    You nailed it was a super fun video to watch and fun to carve. Thank you for the videos.

  • @sammy2tone23
    @sammy2tone23 Рік тому

    Thank Doug I love these

  • @michaelvannoy7566
    @michaelvannoy7566 2 роки тому

    Thanks Doug I will watch this one five or six times and be waiting on the next Thanks

  • @jmpriester
    @jmpriester 2 роки тому

    I had done some carvings with you in the past but after I bad cut I put it aeay for awhile. Just got back into it today. Thanks for another great video!
    I'd love to see some Viking guys!

  • @Guruvey
    @Guruvey 2 роки тому

    Yes! Just what I was looking for! Thanx Sir Doug!

  • @bige5565
    @bige5565 2 роки тому +1

    Just completed the santa can't tell ya how much I appreciate you I struggled to make but turned out great. Gives me hope for my lack of talent

  • @judithvilla6026
    @judithvilla6026 11 місяців тому

    Great tips! Thanks so much for posting.

  • @glg3945
    @glg3945 2 роки тому +1

    🤣 Great puns! Nice carvings! Love your videos. Great instructions and demonstrations. Peace and good fortune and good health to you and your family. 👌 😃

  • @sofakingbrill
    @sofakingbrill 2 роки тому

    Another great video, thanks again Doug

  • @WriterChick71
    @WriterChick71 6 місяців тому

    I have learned a great deal from your any-experience-level videos. Thank you for everything you do! I just wish I could show you the carvings you 've inspired.

  • @SirFrederick
    @SirFrederick 2 роки тому

    Always loved the gnomes

  • @JS-ui7wn
    @JS-ui7wn 2 роки тому +1

    Great job again. Very inspiring 😊

  • @jimhobson9268
    @jimhobson9268 Рік тому

    Great carve. I'm going to start my Christmas Gnome tomorrow.

  • @MacJuanma479
    @MacJuanma479 2 роки тому

    Easy. Beautiful. Nice. Simple. So cuuuute. And so hepful for us beginners. Thank you so much for all the effort you put in your channel. And please, never stop doing it. Thanks, thanks, thanks.

  • @ubaldoperrone9958
    @ubaldoperrone9958 2 роки тому

    A great project for new carvers and beyond.i carve only with a pocket knife.these are perfect for me.thanks doug

  • @joebrady1798
    @joebrady1798 Рік тому

    Hey Doug, I love your videos. You have taught me so much about whittling. I watch all your videos, I think? I have not however, seen a video of you stropping a knife. I would love to see your technique on stropping. Thanks for all your carving education!! Much appreciated 👍

  • @stephenwhittier6439
    @stephenwhittier6439 2 роки тому

    Thanks again Doug ! 👍 🤗

  • @Dadmadeit
    @Dadmadeit 2 роки тому

    I love these little carvings. 👏

  • @seniorchiefharris
    @seniorchiefharris 2 роки тому

    Hi Doug! I'm still here even though I haven't made a coment...as I'm sure MANY, MANY other's have also... I REALLY enjoy your short, simple projects as it gives me sooo many ideas that I can carve for my grand children to play with and 'maybe' inspire them and their parents to become wood carvers also... Wonderful presentation and now I have sooo many ther ideas to carve similar simple and quick projects! AGAIN!!! Thanks sooo much for all you do and inspire in ALL of us!!!

  • @markdmaker3173
    @markdmaker3173 2 роки тому +2

    Fun little carving👍🏼

  • @RecoveryTidbits
    @RecoveryTidbits 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid Doug. I’ll watch it a couple of times tomorrow, with appropriate pauses, 😂

  • @loupiscanis9449
    @loupiscanis9449 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you , Mr Doug .
    🐺

  • @johnhein5089
    @johnhein5089 2 роки тому

    Once again an excellent video, I now know what to do with all of my basswood blocks left over from cutting 12" and 6" pieces from longer stock.

  • @jimmycornflake2636
    @jimmycornflake2636 2 роки тому

    Excellent video. What a brilliant idea.
    I've just finished a leprechaun, bunny ears and a Viking.

  • @aravenstale824
    @aravenstale824 2 роки тому

    Great video Doug !

  • @marygordon3032
    @marygordon3032 2 роки тому

    Thanks Doug I enjoyed watching it, you’re the best! 🤩🤩🤩✅✅✅💯💯💯

  • @mayerzgamerz898
    @mayerzgamerz898 Рік тому

    Carving gnomes now, thankyou so much!

  • @robertrobison3480
    @robertrobison3480 2 роки тому +2

    Wonderful. Thanks.

  • @MessickGreg
    @MessickGreg 2 роки тому +1

    Doug is the The Bob Ross of woodcarving

  • @jerrytoler9789
    @jerrytoler9789 2 роки тому

    I always look forward to your videos.

  • @tabathaosborne6447
    @tabathaosborne6447 2 роки тому +1

    I like him, super fun project, thanks for sharing with us all again, happy carving!

  • @danmcelroy6584
    @danmcelroy6584 Рік тому

    Great video. Lots learned from it.

  • @k80river
    @k80river 2 роки тому

    I don't know if you ever saw my Instagram story that I linked you on, but I called you the Bob Ross of carving. This video just confirms it 100%. I need to buy you more coffees. I love your work and tutorials so much!

  • @beverlydeardurff5366
    @beverlydeardurff5366 2 роки тому +1

    Wouldn't a mouth set off his mustache. You're a great teacher and these gnomes are so cute!

    • @dougLinker
      @dougLinker  2 роки тому

      sure would but i wanted super simple and may expand on it down the road

  • @tattoo76112
    @tattoo76112 2 роки тому

    I just finished the apple. Started working on my first woodspirt

  • @whittler0507
    @whittler0507 2 роки тому +2

    Another winner Doug ..great job and teaching my friend

    • @dougLinker
      @dougLinker  2 роки тому +1

      thanks Gene! also thx for the FB post my spies sent me a screenshot lol

  • @grannypantsification
    @grannypantsification 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Doug. I learned new things. The “if you’re seeing white on end grain it’s time to strop” answers a big question for me❤️ my knife isn’t holding an edge. I’ll try a more expensive roughing knife. I’m using flex cut now.

    • @brinkleysfield
      @brinkleysfield 2 роки тому +3

      More expensive knives have to be stropped too. Save your money and work on your sharpening technique.

    • @bdickinson6751
      @bdickinson6751 2 роки тому

      Doug mentioned that he stropped his knife just prior to starting the video.

  • @ryanot
    @ryanot 10 місяців тому

    Thank you again for this video. I used this as inspiration to make a gnome chess set!

  • @rigohook1160
    @rigohook1160 Рік тому

    Very nice step by step guide, i need such things for i am an absolute beginner. Love carving, tho!

  • @fredfreiberger7878
    @fredfreiberger7878 2 роки тому

    Hi Doug I am a beginner and enjoying your videos did the Monrovia star today

  • @nickking9687
    @nickking9687 Рік тому

    Doug has become my favorite UA-camr.

  • @timknable4886
    @timknable4886 2 роки тому

    Glad I found your video, really good, thanks. I have been wanting to carve for quite some time. Another character idea is an 'Uncle Sam' Gnome for 4th of July!

  • @johnwyman5939
    @johnwyman5939 2 роки тому +1

    Dam I like the idea and Dam fun carving!@ Sweet!@ 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @DaleLefflerCLC
    @DaleLefflerCLC 2 роки тому

    I love this!

  • @traceyhilder6640
    @traceyhilder6640 4 місяці тому

    Fabulous teaching il be giving him a try

  • @eswillke
    @eswillke Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @charlesleaf8272
    @charlesleaf8272 2 роки тому

    This video I hadn’t seen and it just tickled me because I was carving a few small gnomes out of leftover pieces to try to whittle something using the skills I’ve learned from you and up pops this video. My only adjustment is to make my hat smaller with each carve but was doing that anyway. I am not a perfect carver by a long shot, but I am getting the concept-process down to try just about anything because you have introduced the concept which leads to many different carvings. And, I about yelled out to myself that this gnome is just like the 5 minute wizard

    • @charlesleaf8272
      @charlesleaf8272 2 роки тому

      .Anyway, thanks so much for your videos and the way you present them. Even old guys like me, 83, can learn a new trick or two.
      Best,
      Chuck Leaf