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When I was 6 I saw someone selling wooden ducks carved out of wood. I went up to them an ask "How do you make ducks out of wood?" They looked at me and said "Well, you start by cutting away everything that isn't a duck..."

"And his name is my dad" love it!

6:48 "Ahh crafmama! I need something- help me help me... Get the super glue."

Man is there NOTHIN that the Crafsman CAN'T do?! What a hero! :D

"There's probably a spider or something living up in there right now." Idk why I loved that part so much.

The term "whittlin' " always reminds me of the tiny canoes, and little people, that my dad makes occasionally. He always acts like he's not creative but I think it takes quite a bit of creativity to turn a stick into a little man's head wearing a park ranger type hat. Also, special thanks to Jeff, TheCrafsMan's adventurous friend, doin' crazy wild stuff.

Oh... and to the Daddy of The Crafsman.... We love your son! Thank you for whatever role you played in guiding him along the path he has walked. We truly treasure him, his talents and family values!

Important thing to remember when doing this: it's a skill and your first attempt may well end up botched but don't be discouraged because you get better every time you whittle.

YOUR VOICE IS AMAZING I LOVE IT, DO A PODCAST WHERE YOU JUST TALK ABOUT STUFF

“His name is uh... my dad”

I can definitely relate to some CCR while carving... "Lookin' Out my Backdoor" for the win! BTW, "....I got somebody...his name is my dad...." Laughed audibly, dude.

You have one of, if not the best channel on KZfaq. Keep em' coming, Crafsman.

Your voice is like butter. It makes my soul smile.

As a sufferer of depression, I’m so glad I found your channel. You have no idea how much your videos bring peace. You deserve every success, you are a real blessing from God. Thank you Crafsman.

Step 1: click the thumbs up. Step 2: enjoy the great content. Thanks for what you do and your positivity.

"His name is, my dad..." is going into the list of the top crafsman quotes!

You need a TV show. I could watch this all afternoon.

*I have a lot of subscriptions that I watch everyday, but there's one thing different about when I watch you...I smile every time one of your videos start.*

Craftsman always makes me feel better, no matter how long of a day, or how worn out I am. He soothes the mind with his gentle voice and genuine passion for what he is doing combined with the double whammy of the creation of crafts.

Crafsman got the shakey artist hands that I got. Crafsman so relatable.

CCR? Oh you're killing me. Best how to videos of all time. Thank you, Crafsman.

WILL THERE EVER BE A DAD CRAFSMAN VIDEO???

I have that book! I'm a new whittler in my old age, and love it. That rooster is on my list of projects. Thank you, CrafsMan!

Crafsman you and i share the same music taste for when we workin on different stuff. CCR always help me stay focused and happy.

If I were a MD, I'd prescribe Crafsman to my patients with anxiety, depression, and high blood pressure. No side adverse effects.

Not gonna lie, I was having a pretty bad day today, this was definetely a Pick-me-up. Thanks Crafsman!

“His name is my dad.” Crafsdad! “Very nervously come in here...” Me trying to paint small details. 😂

I live in PA, and I met Chris when I was a young kid playing Indoor Soccer in middle school. He also shows up at the PA Farm Show every year, and he is a delightful gentleman. He even gives lessons!

Crafsman, I’m a long-time woodcarver, SusanAlexanderCarves.com, and I have to tell you I SO enjoyed this video! Especially when you advised them to be safe! Knives cut sharp and fast... both wood and skin. Great job on the rooster and excellent directions. Looking forward to another carving video!

Mad respect to you sir for acknowledging that although up in years, Dad remains a fount of knowledge. Would love to have had that chance. My son is going to love duplicating the rooster.

The Cub Scouts teach the kids that the area around where they are cutting is the "blood circle" because that's where you or others can get hurt if you aren't being careful. It's a tiny bit dramatic, but it's accurate. It is also effective in conveying the dangers in a way the kids will remember. My dad taught me how to do basic whittling, and he (in his own style) taught what you're teaching here. Long story short, thank you for the excellent knife safety tips in this video!

Crafsman I can’t say nothing but you mesmerise me. You are sent from another place and wherever that is???? I wanna be there. A KZfaq jewel. God bless.

Is it weird that I click the like button before the video starts? Lol craftsman notifications makes my day!!! Thank you brother ALOHA 🤙

Thanks a lot CrafsMan.... and thanks for your warm, empathetic, easy going, helpful explanations of techniques as you go along. I plan to make one of these for my little 3 year old grandson.

No craftman no cry I think I love you 😂💓

I haven’t whittled in such a long time! I’m gonna try this, but first I need to find my old Girl Scout pocket knife. Thank you for inspiring me to do something fun! God bless you and your Dad!

I have done a little whittling and I always use my thumbs. People get on to me about it. I know it's wrong. Them roosters sure turned out cute. Thumbs up from me & the mister.

I am a Swiss Army knife and I have wanted to crave stuff like this for awhile. I think I will try this project first. I have wanted to crave stuff because of my uncle and my great grandfather. They both worked with wood either as a hobby or as a job. I want to crave because of them I wish they were still here. I will forever miss them. Also you channel is very wonderful. I am very happy KZfaq recommend it to me.

I'm so glad that you posted this video today. I have always been interested in whittling but more than that I was soothed by your voice and your stories. Thank you so much Crafsman.

Gonna find me a bunch of pithless 'free range' Y twigs and take them to my cousin reunion this year . I know my guy cousins still carry pocket knives... This project will bring out their creative, competitive natures! Thank you for this fun project idea! Love to the homestead... Tell Eugene "Hay"!

Crafspop has got all kinds of wood knowledge. His wood related dad jokes are off the charts.

You’re like the Bob Ross of crafting. You fill me with confidence and smiles. Great work and great videos. Many thanks!

Crafsman, thank you for demonstrating cutting away from yourself and not toward your thumb or hand. I keep seeing people cut toward their own thumbs. I have cut myself every time I tried that “hold knife with your fingers and cut toward your thumb” technique. Every single time.

I swear every single video has The Grassman shop

Came down with a bad cold. This video and some hot tea are just what the doctor ordered!

This was so relaxing. This is the wood carver version of Bob Ross’ “happy little clouds”. This was great!

seeing that patreon list increase every video makes me v happy. so happy I might even join the list.

When I'm carving stuff, no matter how safe I'm being I always manage to slice myself open. I just accept it at this point. Good thing I heal freakishly fast. Great video as always!

I love everything about your videos! Today, I'm appreciating you saying, "Love ya'll" at the end of every video. I always answer, "I love you too!"

It's amazing how you can turn a simple piece of wood into a character with just a knife and a little patience. Another great video Mr craftsman .

Really love the texture the wood give to the roster, my grandma has a lot of chickens so I had seen a lot of colors and variations, and the wood it gives the sensation of feathers!! it looks beautiful!!

Hello Crafsmans Dad...your son is amazing! I can tell you raised him right.

I found a copy of that very book at a local discount/outlet store in my town soon after I watched this, and snapped it up right away. Fun stuff indeed! Thanks for the info, CrafsMan!

I think we need an intro to your Crafs Dad. Thanks for another great vid.

Doc T sent me... I love the Rooster!

I just want you to know my boyfriend & I love watching your video's. I saw you had just uploaded this today. So, I waited for my BF to get home from work so we could watch you together. He was excited when I said look who has a new video. You have a great sense of humor. And are so talented. You are a wonderful teacher. We wish you could have played some CCR in the background. We can not wait to see what you do next. Thanks for sharing. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

This guy is so skillful and calming to watch.

I’m a man for short patience generally. But man, I LOVE listening to you sharing your personality❤❤❤

You said "Can someone tell me why why why" and i was waiting for your question! You pulled one over on me lol

Help me, help me Crafsmomma! Get out the super glue! Love it as always buddy, keep up the good work!

Shout out to your Dad. Thanks for the Wood Identification. Dad's are a wealth of knowledge.

Why is today a wonderful day? Because there's a new CrafsMan video!

CrafsMan gives the best shout-outs. I appreciate your love for inspiration.

Hi from Ontario Canada.. Love your videos Yohost I was so happy to hear the bell! Thankyou😉 Your little Roosters are Frickin Rockin, just like you. Have an awesome week!

Thanks Mr Crafsman its a nice rainy day in Southern California... perfect for learning to widdle, haven’t done that since I was a cub scout in like 92-93 🤙 have a great weekend & the whole fam hopes you & your fam are doing good 😀✌️

Absolutely hysterical! Love your personality so much! Wish you were a part of my family! Everyone needs more of you in their lives. ❤️

"I used to be able to draw once in my life" Proceeds to draw with thick sharpie marker and thick gloves

I'm a big fan of yours. You seem like such a nice man. I grew up with my grandpa, and he taught me a lot of arts and crafts stuff. He loved drinking earl gray and listening to CCR, so you remind me of him. Thank you for making these videos. It means a lot, as silly as that may sound.

You see him open that knife with dem gloves? Skills!

Hay craftsman You are the sun in our day. Keep being your wholesome self. One love 🤙🏼🇮🇪

This guy is the Bob Ross of crafts

Dang craftsman! You done made my day again! Me and my wife (B kitten face) just love you man.

I pray for the day we will have TheCrafsMan TV channel , its needed

CCR and Crafsman are both heaven for the ears

Yes! I love whittling! I just got me a fancy new carvin knife. You know what you should whittle next? Bees

Pure Gold!! Indeed No Crafsman No Cry. That outro was awesome, I imagined that in Eugene's shop a giant fireball rolls on by and Eugene casually acknowledges it but doesn't give it too much thought as it maybe wasn't the first time it happened. Thanks for a weekend gift with this video. Hope you and yours are cozy and cared for.

Just watched the game of thrones finale and was feeling down. Came here for a pick-me-up. Thanks crafsman

You are a great teacher, I’m gonna be making a couple of these with my 11 year old grandson today. I’m what I would call, beginner/intermediate, I’ve carved some objects and several nativity figures, and made custom handles for small hand tools etc. But I ain’t done no twig cockerel/chicken. He’s done a little bit with the scouts for which I gave him a folding knife but today we will both be using my proper hand carving knives. Fingers crossed it all goes well. My guess is he might loose interest quickly, he’s more into games on the computer but I’m trying to get him away from that... Fingers crossed 🤞 not cut eh?

5:17 love that Bob Marley reference Crafsman!

Dr. T sent me

I love listening to you Crafsman! Even if you're making something I'm not interested in making I have to listen! Thank you!

Crafsman please keep up these awesome videos I’ve been getting into a lot of the stuff you do just because If someone as cool as you does it, it must be worth doing and it’s super fun to do the things you teach us. Thanks!

Everything you touch turns to magic!

I can't believe I only just now found your channel. I love it so much

How can 78 people not like this show? love the Crafsman Show.

I really like how you explain what you are going to do, and then you describe it as you are doing it. It helps to have it visualized ahead of time. Thanks.

I just adore the crafsmans videos He is the best! It makes me so calm to listen to him and I want to start making projects

Crafs man. I was just thinking about you earlier today and was hoping for a new video soon, and here I come home to this! Made my day. :)

This guy is great! Creative, funny and smart. And that voice! Also, I really like the puppet.

1 of My top 3 favorite videos, the other 2 I like are when he shows us his Christmas gifts he got from his parents, & when he talks about resin mold making with the whole family. Family first, and I also want to thank you for all the different lessons you taught us,"thank you,& keep on steady crafting!"

Craftsman and you inspire me so much and I am a kid tank you

Most wholesome and interesting channel I've found in so long. I love this man. Thank you.

Thanks for shoutin' out the libraries!!!

CrafsMan... your voice is SOOO soothing. I LOVE it. Your videos are interesting, fun and so relaxing to watch.

I was temptated to be the nervousest I've ever been, but then I watched your carving video, Crafsman. Now I'm all relaxated. Thank you Crafsman!

Hands down best you tube channel EVER!!!!

Love it! I am never more excited than when I see you posted a new video. Please keep it up! God bless!

Fine video mate. I like you. You down to earth young man. You remind me of someone raised in the back country like myself. The way you talk is not city talk to me anyway. Thank you for your time showing all your skills.

Cool as always..., your a CCR man, you stole my 💖