How Long Does It Take To Whittle A Spoon
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How long does it take to whittle a spoon. I kept the first Spoon I had whittled that took me over 5 hours to carve because I was trying so hard to make it perfect it broke. Thanks for the posts. Theyre easy to learn and can help you to feel much more in touch with nature.
These are fun and while fairly simple impressive. On average more than 13 of the time spent making a spoon is spent sanding using three different grits of sandpaper. Turning a square block-like blank into a smooth spoon takes time - as in several hours.
Whittling is something of a lost art form its been around for thousands of years. If you are dealing with freshly cut green wood and youve set the lumber aside in a cool dry place indoors then give it about 6 weeks or so for it to dry. As mentioned they can be tough work carve but the ensuing spoon will likely last for many years.
Softwood such as pine cypress or cedar are great for beginners but tend to endure less. Always ensure to take the necessary safety precautions to make it safe for you to. Long delays are not a problem.
Whittling is an age old tradition that is typically passed down from generation to generation and allows people to bond over a simple yet enjoyable pastime. Spoons make excellent presents and when priced appropriately they can be quick sellers at art and craft shows. As a rule of thumb hardwoods and fruitwoods that are good for cutlery like maple oak apple and cherry.
However wood enclosed too long may grow mold. Spoon making is also fast. They all take less than an hour and they feel great to finish even better to show off.
