The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide! 5 super easy projects perfect for a beginning or intermediate carver - Step-by-step instructions and photos to guide you through each project from start to finish - Animal designs include a bear, dinosaur, bird, cat, and fish - Helpful introduction to materials and tools, safety and general carving tips, along with ideas and instructions on how to finish your pieces - Full size patterns for each project so you can get started right away Learn how to whittle and paint adorable little creatures with a whimsical twist! Super Simple Animal Whittles is perfect for anyone seeking a range of easy wood carvings you can accomplish with just one knife, including the roughing out stage. All you need is a block of wood and a knife to achieve any of the 5 original wood carving projects featured in these pages! From a cute blue bear to a friendly fish, each unique project includes detailed step-by-step instructions with full color photos to walk you through the entire process from start to finish, including how to paint and finish a piece. Also included are insightful overviews on materials and tools, carving safety, and tips. Author Parn Aniwat is a Thai artist and talented woodcarver living in Texas. He specializes in whimsical colorful designs in wood carving and painting. Whether you're picking up a carving knife for the first time or a seasoned carver looking for inspiration for your next project, Super Simple Animal Whittles is a must-have guide to spark your creativity! Learn to Whittle Five Whimsical Creatures! From talented woodcarver Parn Aniwat comes this exciting collection of original whittling designs that are perfect for beginners and seasoned carvers alike! Featuring five incredibly unique, full-size patterns of a dinosaur, cat, bear, fish, and bird, each quick and simple whittling project includes step-by-step instructions and photography, plus guidance on painting and finishing. Also included are helpful introductory overviews on materials and tools, wood and knife selection, safety tips, and more. Whether you're picking up a carving knife for the first time or are looking for inspiration for your next carving project, Super Simple Animal Whittles is a must-have guide to spark your creativity.