What do I need to begin wood carving?

Question

Well, not carving, but having a flat piece of wood and carving into it to create a scene, with certain features carved inward and some standing out.

I currently use a wedge from our garage, on plywood, but it's unbelievably hard. My parents suggested that I get REAL woodcarving tools.

How much are they, what do I need, and where should I buy them? (Not professional stores... but places like Hobby Lobby, Walmart, etc.)

Answer 1

wood and a chissel

Answer 2

a nife wood

Answer 3

Get some woood carving tools and a powered dremel tool and some soft wood like basswoood or balsa.

Answer 4

They sell woodcarving knives at woodcraft.com.  Plan to spend about 100 dollars on a starter set.  You might want to invest in a dremel tool, however, unless you're just committed to hand-carving.  Either way, I think it's great to have a hobby you love, so - enjoy!

Answer 5

You need some wood, seriously.

Answer 6

Wood and something sharp.

Really, try a hunk of basswood and pocketknife.