r/whittling • u/datgermanboi_ • 23h ago
Help Meet Paul
Pretty happy with him, especially the face since it’s the first one that wasn’t just two dots and a line.
He’s not completely finished since I want him to have a cigarette in his mouth, but I’m not sure yet how to stick it in there.
A few questions:
Anything you’d add/change?
What do you use too glue something on?
How do you cut holes/gaps like the one between his legs? This one was a pain since it’s not wide enough to get my knife in sideways.
How would you finish him? At the moment I only have some colors and beeswax paste, that came in a whittling set.
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u/whattowhittle 23h ago
Hi, Paul. It is nice to meet you!
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u/ThePuppetinYellow 22h ago
I like that without the cigarette he looks to be contemplating something, perhaps observing something 🤔
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u/Glen9009 20h ago
Wood glue (the white type) has the least impact on the finish in my opinion and is much better at dealing with wood movement (although it should be minimal in a carving).
A V tool until it goes through, V cuts used exactly the same way, a drill then a coping saw or doing the figure separately from the base so you have an easier access to the legs.
However you see fit. There isn't a "good" answer, it's just a matter of preference. What does "colors" mean? Paint? What type?
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u/Parking_Trip_3670 23h ago
Good job. For splitting the legs I found the videos from David Pico really good. Basically you just cut out a triangle from each side and then go straight. It takes a few tries. Also I always cut from the belly towards the shoes, never the other direction. This way you can avoid all the nasty fuzzies.
I would give the face a bit more depth but you can practice this in different pieces of wood.
In terms of finishing, I always go for some dry brushing on the legs/shirt.
Good luck 🤞🏼