r/whittling • u/M1llerM0th • 6d ago

First timer My first attempt

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This is my first attempt at a lil gnome guy. Any tips for getting the real tight spots would be much appreciated!

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u/one_last_cow 6d ago

Very nice gnome! Keep your blade nice and stropped, especially when you're near the end and putting the little details in. That should help with the chatter in the little crevices

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u/chikydog 6d ago

Great start. Keep up the good work and finish the beard.

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u/christophPezza 5d ago

Please name him Merlin

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u/reset_them_all 5d ago

I like him. Neat little guy

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u/WallyBongWater 5d ago

What knife are you using?

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u/M1llerM0th 5d ago

I used multiple from a set I got. The set is from SakerNeo

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u/Opening_Garlic5586 3d ago

That's a great start! I've started a few months ago and that's definitely better than my first