Having trouble finding butternut carving blocks

[riverwood-dan]

I would like to carve another Native American Bust this time out of Butternut. My problem is I'm having trouble finding butternut carving blocks. I would like to get one or two blocks 4" x 8" x 16" at a reasonable price. I know shipping is pricey so would like to get some locally if possible but certainly not manditory. I live in Edmonton Alberta Canada. Does anyone have or know where I can get some. Dan

[carvingbarn]

You may want to check with Wilcox Carving Wood. I do not have thier web information with me but you can find them by google search.

[rickm]

hardwood connection in sycamore il has some, they are on line

[Tom Ellis]

If you can find a number for Terry Porter, at Florence Mt. , he generally has a good selection of butternut. Waterfowl woodworks.

Tom

[Robson Valley]

Riverwood:
I have lost the links as I don't need them BUT,
there are a bunch of "small wood" suppliers in the Vancouver area, a few more on Vancouver Island. Try searching the YVR Yellow Pages online.

[Gulf Coast Handyman]

I agree with Randy, I just bought a bunch of Basswood and some Butternut from Wilcox Wood Works, at a carving show, good wood and great prices. Here is their contact info.

Rod 715 466-2283
Wilcox Carving Wood

Dave

[ptofimpact]

Dan, I bought my Basswood from some folks in wisconsin on Ebay, and noticed they also have some butternut. If you would like their info, let me know.
Pete

[Bandaid]

Dan...check out Welcome to The Black Forest Wood Company in Calgary. They carry a variety of specialty wood and might have what you're looking for.

[pallin]

There have been various suggested sources, though none has addressed your qualifier: "reasonable price". Butternut is getting increasingly rare due to insect infestations and regional protections (against tree removal). So you may have to adjust your expectations on price.

[Lonewolfcarver]

Try this place, they're located in Cambridge, Ontario.

A & M Wood Specialty