How to Whittle a Ghost – Step By Step Beginner Wood Carving Project

January 28, 2021

In this step-by-step whittling guide, I will show you how to make a simple little ghost out of a block of wood for Halloween! This is a perfect project for someone new to whittling and want an easy sculpture to start their carving adventure.

What you will need:
1″ x 1″ x 2″ block of basswood (2.5 cm x 2.5cm x 5 cm)
Your preferred whittling knife (sharpened)
Pencil
Protective gloves.

Knives used:
Helvie 1-3/4″ Roughout Knife
Helvie Detail Knife