Letter Class: Name Chopsticks “ANDRES”
Freehand carving Walnut Chopsticks: ANDRES (with video).
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Letter Class: Name Chopsticks “ANDRES”
Today I carve a pair of Walnut Chopsticks.
Here is a finished, “spoiler” pic…
I feel that video is the best way to describe my process, but I am a far shot from “videographer”. I do apologize for my tech deficiencies.
Give it a go at home and shoot me back pics of your efforts or any questions or comments you may have (below).
I start with two sticks of Walnut wood, 3/8” x 3/8” x 8 1/2” inches.
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