Doug, we have watched you step up your game. The great thing is, everyone can step up with you. I can’t wait to have some time here to really carve along with you. Please don’t ever delete your old videos
You are a talented carver, but your true gift is teaching/explaining. The way you break each carving down into simple steps makes it doable and understandable for beginners like me. Thank you.
Doug, you and your little steel magic wand continue to amaze me. With your little almost imperceptible cuts, you transform these little pieces of wood into wonderful creations. Thanks so much for doing these.
Thankyou so much Doug. Truly inspirational. Your gift to us mere mortals that are just starting out with a whittling knife. Love the content and it's free!! Thanks for the time you put into these
Doug: You are masterful in your handling of a knife blade. Where others tend to use small gouges or tiny blades for such small figure details, you masterfully carve the finest detail with your inch and a half or inch and a quarter, or whatever blade length this particular knife is. No detail is too much of a challenge for you. I just love to watch your consumate knife skill as you create such wondefully detailed "tiny figures!" Please keep bringin 'em!!! Well done!
Miraculous how much detail you get into such a small piece! And your calm demeanor as you teach is great . I have only ever watched a couple TH-cam videos from start to finish without hitting the fast forward button! I just watched two of your hr long videos in completion. Great job
Thanks Doug for all you do to help out other carvers. I've been at this many years now and never a day goes by when I don't learn something new. I love your enthusiasm for our wonderful hobby! 🙂
Amazing transformation from a square 2” block of basswood, love it! I applaud you time and effort for us want to be carvers that are beginners Thank You 🙏 God Bless
I absolutely love these Doug! I am recovering from carpal tunnel surgery but I can’t wait to get back to carving and doing a bunch of these guys . Hope you and family are well
8:30 Litte dude blank complete 16:38 Eyes 18:12 Eye Bags, finish ears, round head 27:15 Smile Lines 34:20 Face done, 34:50 start the body 38:25 Pocketses 43:16 back of legs 46:15 front legs
Doug, I gave one of my little gnome men to a friend. She took him to the hospital for a hip surgery, and she's had so much fun with him. Talking with Dr.'s and nurses about him. So, thank you Doug for inspiring me and helping bring a smile to someone's day.
Fantastic again Doug, my house has been over run by little hillbillies and now I have someone to keep them in check! Loving what you're doing, I was starting to get frustrated, trying to progress to quickly, I'm following along this series, doing multiple carvings of the same thing (I've 30+ hillbillies) I can see my progression, cleaner cuts, speed picking up and just plain having fun with these little guys.
Awesome Doug ! Watching your video on the 1X1 Gnomes was my first attempt at carving and I made at least a dozen of them. This 1X1 carving of the little man is going to be even more fun and I'm sure I will fill my living room with chips again. Love it! Thanks for sharing your talent and this fun hobby.
Thanks Doug. I have learned so much from watching all your videos.I mentioned the code "LINKER" when I called to subscribe to "Woodcarving". The woman I spoke with knew nothing of it. I thought you may like to know.Again, thanks for all and I look forward to your videos always.
Excellent commentary..this is the cut and here's why...that really helps with new carvers! Woodcarving Illustrated many times caters to experienced carvers because they show more progress than what is explained from one photo to the next...
Doug I have been watching your videos for the last couple of years and you get better and better I love the one inch series, your a great teacher, and Im hooked on Carving , keep up the good work
Doug, You are an excellent teacher. I look forward to your next videos every time. Thank you so much for your help in making me a better carver/ whittler.
“Maybe the Only one out there… but one of the best. Huh huh.” Great stand up comedy potential there DL! 😂 I can see you getting on SNL very soon. Huh huh!!
Hardest one (as a beginner) i have attempted so far. Back to gnomes for a while .Learning Knife control and being a bit more gentle when cutting is my Trojan horse. Thanks for taking time to show us how to do it. Great teacher Thank you
Thank you for this excellent tutorial and the explanations ;-) - I hope that you will continue a similar series, because they are brilliant! With such a small area you get incredible results - really crazy
You have the best voice for this. The way you talk through it all makes it seem so stress free. I just found you, and I watch you to hear you talk me through it =)
Truly inspiring Doug, thank you for sharing your skill with us. The way you impart character into these little guys with what seem to be the simplest of cuts and facets shows a great understanding of form and posture. I haven't even started whittling anything myself as yet, but be assured that after listening to your calm and confidence inspiring guidance, I'm going to start! Ok, - I'm off to the Amazon to buy some Limewood blocks and some of those bullet-proof gloves. (I DO nearly faint every time you slice towards your fingers and thumbs, and it must be a testament to dexterity that you still have a full set of digits. Thank you again, - I can't wait to watch more.
I really like this one! Answered a few issues I always had re: hands in pockets, pants overhanging the shoes, and lots of features that make the face more realistic. I’ve always had trouble with these. Thanks a lot!! Just what I was struggling with. Im going to make a bunch of these to practice. Im thrilled with what you have just demonstrated. Your instruction is top notch.
Very good work and great skill in your art, I am going to make some carvings, you will be my teacher and guide in these works, I am grateful for your videos
Just found this channel, and it’s been so helpful. I couldn’t wrap my head around scale and where to put in the detail. The bigger the wood the more detail you need to add, which is well beyond my skill set. These small characters are perfect for me and a lot more enjoyable.
I just renewed my subscription for Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! I've ordered some of the books that you recommended. I've so much to do and my plate is full. These are cute little people. I save all your TH-cam videos and I can't wait to carve any of your projects.
Thanks Doug, love your video. I think 2 inch men are my favorite . Quick and done in a short amount of time. Please don’t forget to do a 2 inch snowman.
Love these guys Doug! Couple of new knives landed in my mail box this week. Hopefully I can get started with a test drive on these guys next week. You have good things happening 😊. Thanks
Thanks for this great new video. I just started carving over the winter and love carving the 2” little guys. I am excited to try this one out. Lots of great tips. 👍
I really like this! the detail on the eyes and ears is awesome! I have been slowely improving my eye carving, mostly because every time you do a tutorial you add another level of refinement to how the eyes are done. I have been able to follow this and incorporate it into my other carvings. Thank you!
Great video, Doug! I am going to carve several of these little guys and compare the first to the last! Thanks for everything you do to keep folks interested in this wonderful art form!
Doug, we have watched you step up your game. The great thing is, everyone can step up with you. I can’t wait to have some time here to really carve along with you. Please don’t ever delete your old videos
@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist9 Amen! Doug is good but JESUS is better!
I've been looking for an artistic form and came across this and bingo, I found it
Doug, never apologize, we never get bored with your teaching and creations, you are an inspiration
yea im new to his art but not to whittling..... Wood carver Want to Be?
You are a talented carver, but your true gift is teaching/explaining. The way you break each carving down into simple steps makes it doable and understandable for beginners like me. Thank you.
Doug, it's always a pleasure to watch you and listen to you while you carve!
Doug, you and your little steel magic wand continue to amaze me. With your little almost imperceptible cuts, you transform these little pieces of wood into wonderful creations. Thanks so much for doing these.
Thankyou so much Doug. Truly inspirational. Your gift to us mere mortals that are just starting out with a whittling knife. Love the content and it's free!! Thanks for the time you put into these
Doug: You are masterful in your handling of a knife blade. Where others tend to use small gouges or tiny blades for such small figure details, you masterfully carve the finest detail with your inch and a half or inch and a quarter, or whatever blade length this particular knife is. No detail is too much of a challenge for you. I just love to watch your consumate knife skill as you create such wondefully detailed "tiny figures!" Please keep bringin 'em!!! Well done!
Miraculous how much detail you get into such a small piece!
And your calm demeanor as you teach is great .
I have only ever watched a couple TH-cam videos from start to finish without hitting the fast forward button! I just watched two of your hr long videos in completion. Great job
Thanks for another really great carving tutorial / I’m going to start right in on one of these little bald guys - Have a Happy Summer, josh
Thanks Doug for all you do to help out other carvers. I've been at this many years now and never a day goes by when I don't learn something new. I love your enthusiasm for our wonderful hobby! 🙂
Amazing transformation from a square 2” block of basswood, love it! I applaud you time and effort for us want to be carvers that are beginners Thank You 🙏 God Bless
Just watched this. Well..... that's me busy again. I love these little fellas. Thanks Doug.
Yet another fantastic carving, these little guys are so full of character. Thanks for the video Doug.
I absolutely love these Doug! I am recovering from carpal tunnel surgery but I can’t wait to get back to carving and doing a bunch of these guys .
Hope you and family are well
8:30 Litte dude blank complete
16:38 Eyes
18:12 Eye Bags, finish ears, round head
27:15 Smile Lines
34:20 Face done, 34:50 start the body
38:25 Pocketses
43:16 back of legs
46:15 front legs
Doug, I gave one of my little gnome men to a friend. She took him to the hospital for a hip surgery, and she's had so much fun with him. Talking with Dr.'s and nurses about him. So, thank you Doug for inspiring me and helping bring a smile to someone's day.
Fantastic again Doug, my house has been over run by little hillbillies and now I have someone to keep them in check! Loving what you're doing, I was starting to get frustrated, trying to progress to quickly, I'm following along this series, doing multiple carvings of the same thing (I've 30+ hillbillies) I can see my progression, cleaner cuts, speed picking up and just plain having fun with these little guys.
Nice simple little fellers Doug
You are the Bob Ross of carving. You make something so complex, so approachable. Thank you.
Hi Doug, you are never ever boring. Thanks for being entertaining also. Wish my knife could sing like yours. Many thanks
Awesome Doug ! Watching your video on the 1X1 Gnomes was my first attempt at carving and I made at least a dozen of them. This 1X1 carving of the little man is going to be even more fun and I'm sure I will fill my living room with chips again. Love it! Thanks for sharing your talent and this fun hobby.
Doug, this is a great carve, I especially appreciate the ears.
I love this series. I don't have big hands so these little guys would be a lot easier to carve. Thank you!
Thanks Doug. I have learned so much from watching all your videos.I mentioned the code "LINKER" when I called to subscribe to "Woodcarving". The woman I spoke with knew nothing of it. I thought you may like to know.Again, thanks for all and I look forward to your videos always.
Hope they figured it out for you
Thank You Doug. These 1inch carves have been such a God send, as were you. I always look forward to your next Video.
Excellent commentary..this is the cut and here's why...that really helps with new carvers! Woodcarving Illustrated many times caters to experienced carvers because they show more progress than what is explained from one photo to the next...
Thank you, these little guys have been so much fun to do. Love your videos.
I’m really liking these 2” guys! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait until the next one.👍🏻
You make it look easy! You have the calmest voice. I could listen all day! 😂
Lovely! Looking forward to carving this little guy
Doug I have been watching your videos for the last couple of years and you get better and better I love the one inch series, your a great teacher, and Im hooked on Carving , keep up the good work
Nice work ,boy you can hear how dry that wood is
Love this 1x1 carves😅
I started doing small little guys with my extra scrap wood and it's probably more fun and rewarding than the big ones! Those look great.
Incredible work! You are such a great teacher! Cheers! From NL, Canada
Doug, You are an excellent teacher. I look forward to your next videos every time. Thank you so much for your help in making me a better carver/ whittler.
Thanks Doug!! Another awesome little carving. You are a true inspiration.
it is really entertaining and educational to see the variety you can bring to a 1x1x2 carving. Thanks for all you do for us carvers.
Doug is the "Bob Ross" of carving!
You make it look so easy. What I find in a block of wood is nothing like yours.
Always a enjoyment my friend ..your the best with that 1 inch blocks ..Thank you Doug for sharing
Thanks Gene!
“Maybe the Only one out there… but one of the best. Huh huh.” Great stand up comedy potential there DL! 😂 I can see you getting on SNL very soon. Huh huh!!
Doug beautiful job, those guy look awesome, you always have something new carving take care.
Nice one Doug, love these little guys.
Hardest one (as a beginner) i have attempted so far. Back to gnomes for a while .Learning Knife control and being a bit more gentle when cutting is my Trojan horse. Thanks for taking time to show us how to do it. Great teacher Thank you
You carved my late Dad's likeness in this one! Thanks ❤! Happy tears...
Doug, this is fantastic work! Just exactly what I want to carve for a long time. Thank you.
By the way i took out a subscription to woodcarvers magazine. It truly is an awesome magazine.
Thank you for this excellent tutorial and the explanations ;-) - I hope that you will continue a similar series, because they are brilliant! With such a small area you get incredible results - really crazy
Doug I love the character you imbue into these tiny carvings! It has been and continues to be a real pleasure to watch and listen to your videos.❤
Nice, very nice. Enjoyed, thanks.
Thanks for taking us along 👍
I’m not a figurine carver but I really enjoy following along with your process and watching what you find in the blocks.
Great little carving.
You have the best voice for this. The way you talk through it all makes it seem so stress free. I just found you, and I watch you to hear you talk me through it =)
Hey Doug that’s so nice and it doesn’t take you long to carve, just incredible work and thanks for sharing! 👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯
Truly inspiring Doug, thank you for sharing your skill with us. The way you impart character into these little guys with what seem to be the simplest of cuts and facets shows a great understanding of form and posture. I haven't even started whittling anything myself as yet, but be assured that after listening to your calm and confidence inspiring guidance, I'm going to start!
Ok, - I'm off to the Amazon to buy some Limewood blocks and some of those bullet-proof gloves. (I DO nearly faint every time you slice towards your fingers and thumbs, and it must be a testament to dexterity that you still have a full set of digits.
Thank you again, - I can't wait to watch more.
Man as a newbie I am looking forward to the day I get my blade sharp enough to sound like the cuts you are making! Good stuff here.
Thanks Doug! 😁👍
I really like this one!
Answered a few issues I always had re: hands in pockets, pants overhanging the shoes, and lots of features that make the face more realistic.
I’ve always had trouble with these.
Thanks a lot!!
Just what I was struggling with.
Im going to make a bunch of these to practice.
Im thrilled with what you have just demonstrated.
Your instruction is top notch.
Great video! This guy is easy, but has great detail. This is perfect and so much fun. Thanks Doug!
Very good work and great skill in your art, I am going to make some carvings, you will be my teacher and guide in these works, I am grateful for your videos
Just found this channel, and it’s been so helpful. I couldn’t wrap my head around scale and where to put in the detail. The bigger the wood the more detail you need to add, which is well beyond my skill set. These small characters are perfect for me and a lot more enjoyable.
Fun fun carve. And I’m home today 😂. Win win. Thank you. I will carve several
I’m late to watch but enjoying this so much- the fellers are real cute and distinctive- thanks Doug🥰
Great cut Doug ! 👏
Excellent video Doug, think it’s my new favourite!
I just renewed my subscription for Woodcarving Illustrated magazine! I've ordered some of the books that you recommended. I've so much to do and my plate is full. These are cute little people. I save all your TH-cam videos and I can't wait to carve any of your projects.
Thank you for sharing, Doug! Learning so much from you. Wish you all the best from Hungary!
Another great one, I’m loving this series 👍
Thanks!
Sam, how can I buy Doug a cup of coffee? Where is the link? How does it work? Thank you 😊
@@markocahoon Its the Thanks button under the video window. You have to setup an account.
Another great tutorial Doug.
Thanks Doug, love your video. I think 2 inch men are my favorite . Quick and done in a short amount of time. Please don’t forget to do a 2 inch snowman.
Can't wait to watch this. Can't at the moment I'm at work🤕🤕🤕🤕
Another great video Doug!
@texxttmeoynum_ I called the number but a Pakistani guy answered and said my car warranty has expired?
Good work buddy! Great 1" guys!
You always make me smile with your carvings. Thank you 😁😁😁
Love these guys Doug! Couple of new knives landed in my mail box this week. Hopefully I can get started with a test drive on these guys next week. You have good things happening 😊. Thanks
I amazed at how easy you make these look. Thank you for another great video!
I've learned so much from your videos! Thank you!! More women carvings please.
I always enjoy your tutorials. Thanks.
Just love it, especially when it comes alive
Brilliant as always Doug, thank you.
Thanks for this great new video. I just started carving over the winter and love carving the 2” little guys. I am excited to try this one out. Lots of great tips. 👍
So cute! 😊
I really like this! the detail on the eyes and ears is awesome! I have been slowely improving my eye carving, mostly because every time you do a tutorial you add another level of refinement to how the eyes are done. I have been able to follow this and incorporate it into my other carvings. Thank you!
I am so excited to make those!! You’re the man Doug.
Great video, Doug! I am going to carve several of these little guys and compare the first to the last! Thanks for everything you do to keep folks interested in this wonderful art form!
Thank you Doug! I love them 😊
I learned how to carve these little guys from Jack Price's books. Great tutorial!!
Awesome…liking your basement setup, has a nice rustic look. My summer project is converting a corner of my garage into a cool carving space.
Another great demo , these are great little guys!
Hi Doug, fa tastic little figures can not wait to see how to do one with the hat thanks
Cool nicely done, thanks and take care.
bein new to the hobby your channel is a blessing, thanks and youre a great teacher
Greetings from bonnie Scotland. Thank you for sharing your art with us across the pond, I'm loving these little fellas!
Great job Doug! Will try after I watch video a couple of times.
Thanks!
Your awesome Doug! I tried a little man step by step, not as good as yours, hope you dont get tired of teaching!
Love your videos, learn so much, thanks from Ottawa
Fabulous! Thanks for sharing you talent with us all! Would love to see you do a tiki someday!
Great watching you. You are the reason why I’ve gotten into wiggling.