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Old 09-13-2010, 12:04 PM
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Default Should I try to become a carver?
I have recently gained access to a great deal of trees that need to be cut down and fallen trees. Some have the most unusual bark such as the Prickly Ash and diamond Willow. I have watched a youtube video on how to use the Merlin tool to carve a bowl. I am not sure at my age I can pick up such an artistic new skill. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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Old 09-13-2010, 12:06 PM
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Any age can start and any age can succeed. If you can hold a knife then you can become a carver, simple as that.
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Old 09-13-2010, 12:06 PM
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In a word, 'Yes'.

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Old 09-13-2010, 12:09 PM
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go for it...some of us are ancient!
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Old 09-13-2010, 12:11 PM
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Well, I will have to look up Merlin tool - not sure what it is - but I just started a month ago or so and I am 57 - so NEVER too old to start, but you did not mention how old you were?? LMAO
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Old 09-13-2010, 12:42 PM
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Give it a shoot, no harm in trying.

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Old 09-13-2010, 12:46 PM
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I suppose the Merlin tool is this one



You have to be more careful.

Begin with simple things, then get fancier. But go slow...

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Old 09-15-2010, 10:52 PM
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You're never too old to start new things. Go for it.
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Old 09-17-2010, 09:38 PM
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Yes indeed!!!!
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