The Shark is one of the easiest of our Critters to whittle while providing a 3D aspect that only creatures of the sea can provide. The fins require patience, but all cuts can be done away from you with relative ease. The shark is first-timer friendly while still providing plenty of opportunity to try more difficult and advanced techniques and hone your skills. As an added bonus, the tail can be carved into a letter opener making for not just a fun project but one that is practical as well! All our Critters are made from basswood and roughly 1″ thick, 1.75″ tall and 10″ long. They can all be made into nifty letter openers (just carve their nose/tail into a flatter shape with sharp edges) or carved truer to their namesake critters. While they vary in difficulty (which we try to describe in the description for each) their long, slender shape lends themselves to easier whittling and safe, easy holding (never cut towards yourself or have any part of your body in the path of the knife). Perfect project for Cub Scouts Tottin' Chip or Boy Scout's Whittling Chip. Whittling is an excellent way to relax and slow down. A chance to make something truly yours and explore your artistic side. Our Critters are designed around being easy to carve but there is no limit to the details you can add. You can easily stop once you’ve roughed the shape with a knife, or you can take it further, sanding off the whittling marks. You can leave it as the natural wood, stain it, or paint it to truly bring out the character of the critter. Carve a single critter, or carve them all, it’s all up to you! NOTE: This is a block of wood only, you must carve and paint (if desired) it.
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