Project 16695EZ:

Carved Walking Stick

We think this is a good project for those readers who have never done any carving, but have often had the urge to give it a try. It can be carved in just a few hours, and you don't need an expensive set of carving tool, just a 1/2" wide well-sharpened chisel.

Our drawing shows the finished profile of our walking stick, but it should serve only as a general guide. Don't feel your carving must match it perfectly. Let your chisel be guided by the grain of the wood, by your hands, and by your eyes. Chances are your final carving will look considerably different from ours and that's not surprising when you consider that no two individuals are alike.