Woodland Whittling2022-12-15T11:53:44+00:00

Woodland Whittling

  • Publishing: Autumn 19
  • Pub month: September
  • ISBN-13: 9781784945091
  • Author: Peter Benson
  • Price: £12.99
  • Binding: HB
  • No. of pages: 144
  • Dimensions: 210 x 148 mm
  • Colour: Full colour throughout

When the stresses of modern life get too much, what could be better than gathering a few simple tools, heading into the woods and literally whittling away a few hours? The gentle art of whittling is a relaxing and absorbing hobby that can be enjoyed almost anywhere from round the campfire to in a cosy armchair at home. All you need is a good pocket knife, a piece of wood and your imagination. Projects can range from the delightfully simple to impressively intricate – it’s up to you.

This delightful book guides you through the basics explaining what basic equipment you need, how to hold the knife, and what timber to use. The projects are then all described in detail with clear step-by-step photographs. Projects include: letter opener, thumb stick, ring tree and egg cup.


Author Information

Peter Benson
Peter spent his working life as a secondary school teacher, which convinced him that anyone can do almost anything if given the right motivation and opportunity. On his retirement he set up the Essex School of Woodcarving and also travelled the world, running workshops and judging carving competitions. He now volunteers at his local primary school teaching small groups of children how to carve. Peter still writes regularly for woodcarving journals and is the author of several whittling gift books, including the Whittling Handbook, Woodland Whittling and Whittling Wildlife, all published by GMC Publications.