Creating Your First Wood Carving Duck at Home

I honestly think there's nothing more relaxing than sitting down with a sharp knife and a piece of cedar to start a wood carving duck project on a quiet Saturday afternoon. It's one of those hobbies that just pulls you in. One minute you're looking at a square block of wood, and a few hours later, you can actually see the curve of a neck or the slope of a tail starting to emerge. It's rewarding in a way that's hard to describe to people who haven't tried it yet. ...

May 5, 2026 · 6 min · Mckinley Gioia