I love the box that you store the knives in. Where can I learn to make a box like that? I’m pretty new to woodwork
@againstthegrainchipcarvings20 күн бұрын
I'm afraid I can't help on how to make one. I don't make any of the wood pieces I carve. I just buy them fully formed and add the carving. What I can tell you is where you can buy it. He doesn't sell the 3-knife version that I have anymore, but here's a link to the 2-knife version: mychipcarving.com/product/double-knife-box-basswood/
@fdort397121 күн бұрын
@againstthegrainchipcarvings thanks for the tip. I'm a trained seamstress and amateur woodworker among other skills. I find tools from one trade can easily translate into another. You can also get transfer paper. You draw on top and the ink from the bottom stays behind. You do have to be careful of how you touch it. What is the make and model of the heat tool you are using please?
@againstthegrainchipcarvings20 күн бұрын
Here's a link to what I use. It's basically a single-temperature wood burning tool with a flat head. mychipcarving.com/product/pattern-transfer-tool/ The main reason I don't use the transfer paper method is precision. I like using a computer to get all the lines exactly even, straight, etc., so then tracing by hand would be going backward. It's also much faster for anything more involved than basic patterns.
@fdort397120 күн бұрын
@@againstthegrainchipcarvings thanks...yes transfer is less precise but it's good for free styling. Yes computer is good for precision. What computer program do you use?
@againstthegrainchipcarvings20 күн бұрын
I use a program called Acorn. (It's a Mac-only app.) Here's a video I did showing the process of how I create my patterns on the computer: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iN6Reatem7u2n5s.html
@fdort397119 күн бұрын
@@againstthegrainchipcarvings thanks
@Postitagain22 күн бұрын
Thank you for making this! I've been looking for a consistent way to transfer patterns. I was wondering what the name of your transfer tool is/if alternatives like an iron would work?
@againstthegrainchipcarvings21 күн бұрын
This is what I use for my pattern transfer: mychipcarving.com/product/pattern-transfer-tool/ I have never used anything else, so I can't really comment on what else might work. I would guess a clothing iron wouldn't get hot enough. This will significantly burn wood through the paper if you leave it in place for more than about 3 seconds.
@michelegrand392125 күн бұрын
Bonjour, faites-vous des croquis pour réaliser chez soi les motifs que vous montrez ? Merci de votre réponse et pour le partage, Michèle
@againstthegrainchipcarvings25 күн бұрын
I always create my patterns on the computer, drawing from various places for inspiration like other chip carvings or things I see in my daily life. Here's a video showing my process of creating a new design: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iN6Reatem7u2n5s.html
@waynepreston9790Ай бұрын
I have been chip carving for the last 10 years and teaching classes and this is the best video I have ever seen.
@againstthegrainchipcarvingsАй бұрын
Wow, that's quite a compliment. Thank you. :-) Let me know if there's ever any content you'd like to see me cover.
@Leo.nardo.392Ай бұрын
Si può fare solo con il legno di tiglio, gli altri legni sono più duri e non di riesce ad usare il coltello
@againstthegrainchipcarvingsАй бұрын
I wouldn't say lime wood (or basswood, as it's known here) is the only kind that works for this. It's definitely the most common, but I know other people do chip carve other types of wood. It takes longer, you have to make smaller chips, and you often can't have as detailed of designs as with basswood.
@Leo.nardo.392Ай бұрын
@@againstthegrainchipcarvings io ho comprato un coltello come quello tuo, molto affilato ,su una tavoletta di pino non riesco nemmeno a creare un triangolo, qui sui video youtube sembra molto pii facile di quello che è in realtà
@zahirsiddique2909Ай бұрын
Great
@whittling3 ай бұрын
Very good demo and instruction Damon! I'm going to mention this video in the next episode of Wood Carving Weekly.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the support. 🙂
@johnduffy65463 ай бұрын
Great points! VERY well explained!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings3 ай бұрын
Thanks.
@josewiggers84384 ай бұрын
It's a helpfull video but what kind of wood did you use??
@againstthegrainchipcarvings4 ай бұрын
Thanks. It's always great to get feedback when my videos are helpful for people. All of the wood I carve on is basswood.
@johnduffy65465 ай бұрын
Nice pattern...Several of my carving club members were talking about your channel tonight. We have a couple members who are just getting their feet wet in the realm of chip carving. We'll be watching more of your content for sure👍
@againstthegrainchipcarvings5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the support. If it comes up again, please make sure everyone knows I'm open to requests for demonstrations or questions to answer. I want to make sure I'm as useful to the chip carving community as I can be.
@HelloIamBen5 ай бұрын
Great video
@againstthegrainchipcarvings5 ай бұрын
Thank you. You're welcome to suggest any questions or topics you'd like to see covered.
@fayehough51646 ай бұрын
Great video. Learned something new.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings6 ай бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the feedback. Happy to know when my videos are providing value.
@johnduffy65466 ай бұрын
Great video! You have helped me immensely to pay closer attention to the wood grain. I am having a lot less chip outs. Thank you
@againstthegrainchipcarvings6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I always aim for my videos to be helpful. It's great to know when it works. And yeah, always need to be aware of what the grain's doing when carving.
@whittling6 ай бұрын
This is a concise and valuable tip Damon, thanks for sharing! I'm going to mention you and this video in the next video episode of Wood Carving Weekly.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback and (future) callout. Always happy to help out other wood carvers.
@fayehough51646 ай бұрын
Great video. Learn something every time!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I love to be helpful. What did you take away from this one?
@fayehough51646 ай бұрын
What type of knife are you using? It’s not the chip carving knife that I have seen. Thanks for the videos!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings6 ай бұрын
You're right, I use a different knife for old-world style chips than I do for the more typical Swiss style. This style of blade is the more common version in Ukraine and Russia, and this knife is, in fact, from a Ukrainian company. I know Beaver Craft also makes a similar knife. Here's a video talking more about it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jtObn5Ok3c2ncnU.html&pp=ygUhYWdhaW5zdCB0aGUgZ3JhaW4gb2xkIHdvcmxkIGtuaWZl
@johnduffy65467 ай бұрын
Sharpness can't be stressed enough. Your blade is very sharp!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings7 ай бұрын
Indeed. I sometimes feel kind of awkward with how often I comment on the need for a sharp knife in my videos, but hopefully it makes an impact on anyone who isn't already aware of the fullness of that truth.
@johnduffy65467 ай бұрын
Very good camera angle!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings7 ай бұрын
Well that's great to hear that you appreciated the camera angle. Did you find it to be better or different from other videos? I'm pretty sure I used the same camera position for this video as I usually do.
@fayehough51647 ай бұрын
I enjoy your videos. I bought a chip carving knife and going to give it a try.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. That's great to hear that you're looking to try out chip carving. How did you come across it? And how did you come across my videos?
@fayehough51647 ай бұрын
@@againstthegrainchipcarvings I do Pyrography and I watch many wood carving videos and you came across my feed. Enjoyed your videos and subscribe to your channel.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings7 ай бұрын
Very cool. Thanks for connecting.
@johnduffy65467 ай бұрын
Nice job on the inside curve of the J! Those small radii always give me fits no matter how sharp my knife is
@againstthegrainchipcarvings7 ай бұрын
Thanks. I don't recall if I mentioned it in this video, but one thing that really helps is to keep the knife mostly still and rotate the wood underneath. I find that greatly reduces the knife chatter and grain issues on curves.
@pawep31058 ай бұрын
How do you transfer the drawing onto wood?
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
I create the design on my computer, print it off on a laser printer (not inkjet), and then use what's called a Pattern Transfer Tool (purchased from MyChipCarving.com). One big thing to be aware of with this method is that you need to flip the design to be backward when printing since it'll get reversed when applying. Here's a previous video I did showing the process: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gM1yZMqemdK0ZXU.html
@user-zi5si3wo5v8 ай бұрын
Молодец 👍
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Спасибо 🙂
@JTshoot8 ай бұрын
Beautiful work! What type of material is that you are carving?
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thank you. The wood in all of my videos is basswood.
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
Good explanation
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks. It's a bit of a tricky concept to understand, especially trying to remember whether to pay attention to the grain on the outside of the chip or the inside.
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
All great tools from Mr. Leenhouts! I would also suggest the John Dunkle chip carving knives. I own both brands and love them;
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the input. I haven't heard of John Dunkle. How long have you been chip carving?
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
Interesting
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Ha, I take it that's not something you've considered? It's definitely a personal preference kind of thing, and who knows if it even makes a noticeable difference to the untrained eye.
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
Very informative! I need to back off a bit on my cuts
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Yeah, like I said in the video, I'd generally prefer to go too deep just so I can get the chip out cleanly, but it's definitely something to be aware of and try to do as perfectly as possible.
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
Great edge on that knife! Nice work.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks. :-)
@johnduffy65468 ай бұрын
Great tutorial. The advice about carving the inside first is solid info. I have used this technique and it works!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Let me know if there's ever any topics you'd like me to cover. Happy to help.
@dvalley33448 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video. I appreciate the hint to carve one side of 2 or 3 chips in one continuous motion so that edge is aligned. This will help me with a cross I am working on as a wedding gift. I found you last night on KZfaq and look forward to more videos.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. It's always great to know these videos are helpful. Let me know if you ever have any chip carving questions or any topics you'd like to see covered in a video.
@ricardolizama4858 ай бұрын
Excelentes videos
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Let me know if you ever have a question or carving topic you'd like covered.
@pravinsutar13168 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for explaining this in so much details, love your speed and intricate way of teaching. These are very helpful tips and tricks!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I'm glad to know you find them helpful. :-)
@hammybuchner60339 ай бұрын
thnks for your vis, you have opened many ideas for my carving! please keep i up!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Happy to be able to help.
@johnduffy654610 ай бұрын
Incredible!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings10 ай бұрын
Thanks. Let me know if you have any questions or anything you'd like to see a video about.
@johnduffy654610 ай бұрын
That was a tricky bugger
@againstthegrainchipcarvings10 ай бұрын
Yeah, this is always a tricky pattern to carve well. I definitely have to take my time with it.
@0303036710 ай бұрын
Well done, thanks.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings10 ай бұрын
Thanks. Hope it was helpful.
@lawrencealdridge-yk6dm11 ай бұрын
any one sell this style of knife besides beaver craft????????? beautiful work !!!!!!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings11 ай бұрын
Thank you. Yes, this brand is Stryi. They make it in different sizes. I think this is the one I have: woodcarving-tools.com/collections/woodcarving-knives/products/knife-for-woodcarving-wood-carving-chisel-chip-carving-tool-detailed-whittling-knives-woodworking-craft-tools-stryi-gift-for-father
@lawrencealdridge-yk6dm11 ай бұрын
is this chip carving knife easier to use????????
@againstthegrainchipcarvings11 ай бұрын
I personally find it easier to use for old-world style chips. I still use a standard chip carving knife for Swiss style chips (equal cuts on all sides). I'm sure it's different for each person, though. Some people might not find this any easier to use. It definitely takes some practice.
@tomkominiak2337 Жыл бұрын
Really nice work!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I always like to mix up my designs, and sometimes that means tiny chips. :-)
@user-zi5si3wo5v Жыл бұрын
Молодец 👍
@user-zi5si3wo5v Жыл бұрын
Молодец 👍
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@user-zi5si3wo5v Жыл бұрын
Молодец 👍
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@user-zi5si3wo5v Жыл бұрын
Молодец 👍
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@michelegrand3921 Жыл бұрын
Bonjour et merci de çette vidéo instructive. C’est une belle façon de donner simplement du relief à une création. Je vais m’inspirer de votre savoir-faire et vous rendrai nouvelle, encore merci du partage, Michèle
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
You're welcome for the video. I'm glad you find them valuable. Let me know if there's something specific you would like me to make a video about.
@joebtemp Жыл бұрын
Quick tip to get straight lines and avoid wavy ones...don't look at where your knife is, look at where it's going.
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
That is absolutely true! And it's one of the primary points when learning to carve straight lines. I can't believe I neglected that tip. Thanks for calling it out.
@davebeyer1708 Жыл бұрын
Some great tips in this video!
@seregafromrussia Жыл бұрын
Great!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Let me know if there's any content you'd like to see me make a video about.
@juvaix4693 Жыл бұрын
Great Work!
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thanks. That's definitely one of the easier mistakes to fix. It's definitely not perfect on the final product, but certainly good enough that no one besides me would notice it.
@aminmuhammad-dbf Жыл бұрын
I am a beginner chip carver and learning a lot from your interesting and informative videos. Thanks
@againstthegrainchipcarvings Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! It's always great to get feedback that the videos are helpful for other carvers out there.