Gift shopping for the woodworker in your family? We took the time to come up with some thoughtful, unique wood carving gift ideas for any budget. Here are our 2020 favorites.
“The Stocking Stuffers” - Wood Carving Gifts Under $30
Schaaf 15oz Carving Mallet: $29.95
Woodcarvers need a mallet, like a PB&J needs Peanut Butter, and this one ticks off all of the boxes for a woodcarver’s mallet. It features a comfortable hardwood handle topped with a urethane head that reduces the noise and any mushrooming on the end of your wooden tool handles. The weight allows beginners to carve without tiring.
www.schaaftools.com/products/schaaf-tools-15oz-wood-carving-mallet
Relief Carving Pattern Packs from Lora S. Irish starting at $10.95
Relief carving legend Lora S. Irish offers your choice of relief carving patterns with some packs including 12 - 15 patterns staring at $10.95. Most packs include at least 10 patterns of varying themes and skill level. While they make excellent relief carving patterns, they can also be used for pyrography or even as adult coloring pages. Above we mentioned inspiration to get into the workshop...look no further!
Tool Sharpening by Dick Belcher: $2 a tool plus shipping
Give the gift of sharp tools. It may sound like a funny gift, but believe me, to any woodworker this gift will receive an A+. For $2 plus the cost of shipping both ways, sharpening expert Dick Belcher will restore an edge to any tool—even kitchen knives and hunting knives. While most carvers can sharpen their own tools, grinding down a chipped edge often gives you pause. And some tools, like V-tools, are trickier than others. Send them to Dick and get them straightened out.
https://www.belchercarvingsupply.com/index.html
Alexander Grabovetskiy School of Woodcarving, $23.99 a month
Give the gift of education. This a doozy of a class. Treat someone to a one-month subscription to Alexander Grabovetskiy’s online school of woodcarving. Hunker down this winter and learn from literally one of the world’s best carvers. These video-based classes offer a classic European apprenticeship from the comfort of your home. Truly one of the best gifts for woodcarvers.
https://schoolofwoodcarving.com/
Woodcarving Illustrated One-year U.S. Subscription: $24.99
The gift that gives for an entire year! Get 36% off a 1-year subscription to Woodcarving Illustrated Magazine.
Each quarterly issue is jammed with projects, instructions, photos, tool reviews, tips, and techniques. Expert guidance from the world’s most talented carvers helps you to complete more projects and hone your skills. Subscribe at:
https://www.foxchapelpublishing.com/wood-carving-illustrated-subscription.html.
The Under $150
Schaaf Tools 400/1000 Grit Diamond Sharpening Stone: $52.99
This premium sharpening set allows you to transform even the dullest tool into a champion class carving tool. This tool, along with a strop and stropping compound, will put your tools in carving condition quickly and easily. The stone requires no maintenance (soaking, flattening, or oil) and comes with a non-skid universal stone base with three premium rubber stops. The base keeps the tool where you want it.
The Complete Lora S. Irish Pattern Collection: $59.99 download, $119 thumbdrive
The ultimate gift of patterns for a carving fan, this collection includes more 2,500 patterns, as well as two e-books valued at 12.95 each: “Easy Steps to Sharpening” and “Introduction to Pyrography.” You will never run out of patterns with this set that includes 141 themed pattern packs ranging from fantasy creatures and wood spirits to landscapes and flowers.
https://artdesignsstudio.com/product/complete-pattern-collection-thumb-drive/
Table Top Pro Epoxy Resin from Bear Woods: $52.99
For the appearance of 50 coats of varnish with just one pour on your epoxy resin table, look no further than MAS Table Top Pro. With a protective resin, this 1:1 epoxy table top finish will provide you with a coating that has a glass–like sheen. Table Top Pro Epoxy resin goes on in self-leveling, thick pours. Everything about Table Top Pro resin makes it easy to get an alluring, clear finish quickly, making it their best epoxy for table tops!
https://www.bearwood.com/gifts-under-100.html
PREMIUM - Hand Sharpened - Schaaf Full Size Wood Carving Tools, Set of 12: $164.99
A quality set of woodcarving gouges is a gift that can last for generations. Get to work carving immediately, because Dick Belcher of Belcher Carving Supply personally hand sharpened each tool in this set of Schaaf Tools Full Size Wood Carving Tools. This premium set was created for carvers who would like their tools professionally honed before purchase. Having your tools professionally sharpened will make future sharpening and maintenance easier because you have a 'template' bevel to follow as you maintain the blades cutting edge.
Support Veteran Owned Businesses
Hand Carved Functional Art by Nick at TC TimberArt
You can find gorgeous, unique and functional items for every budget At TC TimberArt. From hand carved pens starting at $25 to exotic wood coffee scoops starting at $77, and even briarwood pipes for $175. Take a peek at Nick’s incredible craftsmanship. You won’t be disappointed.
https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/TCTimberArt
Rustic Decor and Cookware by Anthony Velicka of AV Carvings
From chainsaw-carved outdoor décor, to hand-carved woodspirits, spoons, and bowls, AV Carvings has a variety of pieces to choose from, and most items are available for less than $50. We love supporting veteran owned businesses, especially when the goods are as beautifully crafted as Anthony’s.
Wrap up your holiday shopping with the perfect gifts for the woodcarvers in your life! Whether they’re beginners exploring their first projects or seasoned pros crafting masterpieces, these thoughtful and practical picks are sure to inspire creativity and spark joy. From high-quality tools to must-have accessories, you’re giving more than just a gift—you’re supporting their passion. Make this holiday season unforgettable with gifts that celebrate craftsmanship and creativity! 🎄✨
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