Wood Carving Tools

What You Should Know about Wood Carving Blades

At Knife Supplies Australia, we carry wood carving blades in a variety of different styles and kits. As you are shopping around for your new wood carving knife set, though, here are a few things to know about wood carving knives and wood carving in general.

• Learning the ropes is necessary: Having the right set of tools for wood carving is only half the battle. While carving is indeed easier than many people assume, it does take some time to learn how to use your tools and to get comfortable with the feel of a wood carving knife in your hand. If you are a relative beginner, don’t launch right into a full-fledged project when you get your new tools. Instead, take the time to learn the ropes—whether in a formal classroom environment or by using online videos and how-to guides. 

• You’ll need to care for your blades: Blade care is essential with any knife, but especially with blades that you’ll be using to carve and whittle wood. Keeping your knives sharp will enable better results over time.

• Safety is pivotal: Note that your wood carving knife kit will typically feature just blades, and maybe a few chisels. You will need to purchase safety equipment—including safety glasses/goggles and cut-resistant gloves—separately.

Tips Regarding Wood Carving Knives

Fortunately, at Knife Supplies Australia, we are here to help make your life easier. Here are a few tips we recommend as you shop for wood carving supplies:

• Choose a kit or a multi-tool: We stock mostly wood carving kits or multi-tools, rather than individual wood carving chisels or blades. Having multiple blades at your disposal will allow you to hone your craft faster, get a sense of what type of blade or chisel you prefer and interchange blades depending on the carving you are doing.

• Consider ergonomics: When picking out a wood carving toolset, it’s just as important to look at the handle as it is to look at the blade. You want something that will fit comfortably in your hand and that you will be able to use for hours at a time. Looking for an ergonomic design, especially if you are a beginner, will make you happier in the long run.

• Buy other accessories: We also stock sharpeners and other knife care accessories and can give you pointers on which products are best for the knife or chisel set you choose. Of course, you’ll want to buy safety goggles and gloves elsewhere.

Why a Customer Should Use Knife Supplies Australia

What makes our business the right place to buy a wood carving chisel set in Australia? Here are a few factors.

• Our selection: We don’t just stock one type of wood carving set. Instead, you’ll find that our collection includes knives, chisels and multi-tools in a variety of different styles and price ranges. The variety makes it easy to find the product that makes the most sense for your budget, your skill level and carving preferences.
• Our experience: We started this business 16 years ago as an eBay store and have grown it into one of Australia’s leading e-commerce knife retailers. We know our stuff and are always happy to answer questions or point customers in the right direction.
• Our care: We make sure every product is carefully packaged in recycled materials so that it gets to you safely and with minimal environmental impact. If there are any problems, you’ll find that every product is backed by the manufacturer’s warranty and our own money-back guarantee. We care about the products we sell and about our customers, which informs our pursuit of absolute quality at every step.

About Knife Supplies Australia

When we got our start in 2004, we were known by the eBay store name of ‘Tassienerida Knives.’ From the beginning, we dedicated our efforts to sourcing quality knives from the best suppliers, both local and overseas. We’ve kept that commitment as we’ve evolved, rebranding in 2014 and launching our site. Today, we are one of the most reliable spots in Australia to buy fishing knives, rescue knives, wood carving knives and more. Contact us today if you have any questions.