Weekend Chip Carving

My goal for this weekend: turn a plate, design the chip carving pattern and get started with the carving. For me, it's good to set goals like this as it keeps me motivated.
I'm looking forward to this project as it is for a very special friend of mine.
Next week I'll post an update and progress report.

Spring is coming to Minnesota with temps in the 40's and maybe even 50 next week. Woohoo.

Enjoy your weekend,
Marty
www.MyChipCarving.com

Chip Carving knife sharpening

Today I got a chip carving knife in the mail that a friend wanted me to sharpen. When I felt the edge there was a slight burr on the blade. Email me if you'd like to see a free sharpening video - Marty@MyChipCarving.com
I took this knife and started with the medium ceramic stone to put a 10 degree angle on the blade and turn a burr. The burr was so evident that it peeled off.
Next, I moved to the white ceramic polishing stone. Using this stone I polished the edge to a mirror finish until there was no burr on the edge. It was ready to go!
To check the knife I took out a basswood practice board and carved some chips in a rosette I had laid out. Perfect! Before I was done testing it I'd almost carved a complete rosette.
Having a razor sharp knife is the only way to chip carve.
Bye for now!
Marty