Allerton Park & Retreat Center

Experience Level: Beginner  

Curious on how to whittle or carve in the round? Join us for Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. 

A small holiday ornament is a fun way to learn how to safely use a carving knife and practice the three basic wood carving cuts.  Students will have a choice of projects – either a snowman or fir tree. Small eyelets, ribbon and paints will be available to make your carving into a holiday ornament. Class material includes either a snowman or Fir tree Basswood blank, additional carving tools and a carver’s board.   

$85/person*. Registration will close Nov. 16 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  

*Students should bring: 
- Carving Glove 
- Flex Cut Carving Knife Set 
OR 
-Flex Cut Roughing Knife 

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email owarren@illinois.edu. 

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