Lets Carve a Bear | Carve With Me 

Hahaha thank you for the chuckle! I used to promise people I would get better and one day these little guys might be worth something more 😂

@@TayMarie23 you inspired me to try my first sitting bear too today! Would've been a standing one, but got through the bark and found a bad spot on the lower half of the log. Like yours, LoL, not always goes as planned. He's my profile pic for now. :)

It’s always great to look back and see improvements!

Aww I appreciate that! This was the very first carving video I ever posted, check out some of my newer content sometime! There are so many amazing chainsaw artists on RU-vid! Ryan Cook, Kyle Hall, chainsawJenna, and Jeff at Northwoods just to name a few! Watch a bunch of videos, get safety gear, and give it a try! This really is an art can can only be learned with time behind the saw!

I love how I decided to drop everything and do this full time after my 5th carving, witch is this one right here! It worked out, but sometimes I question my sanity 😂 Wish I kept this one to look back on!

@@TayMarie23 at least we have this video to remember it by! Will be a annual playback for me! 💛

Aww thank you 💛

You will have to check out some of my newer content, I think you will be surprised haha! This was only my 5th carving and the 5th time I had ever held a chainsaw! I had all the tools now, but this was the first carving video I ever posted :)

Same goes to you friend! Every carving teaches us a little more about this unique art form! Wishing you success in your endeavors ☺️

I have a bunch of videos! I have come a long way since this little bear!

Awww thank you! Happy you enjoyed the video :)

Could make a huge chess set with any theme! Imagine a huge gnome chess set, would be awesome!

Steel art is so stinkin cool! I bet you are going to be so good with a chainsaw! 😁

Thank you! I have improved greatly since this carving! I have done the eye shines on the same side on all my recent carvings, just like you suggested 😊 Its crazy how much each carving teaches you! I love this job, I can’t wait to see what you create!

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Aww thank you!!! 😊

Do it girl! It’s the best work out and the most relaxing thing! You get so in the zone! As long as you keep all your limbs anything you carve is a success 💛😝

Thank you so much Peter! Once this Christmas rush of orders slows down I’ll be a lot more consistent about getting videos out! I just haven’t had the time to sit up at my desk and edit the backlog of footage I have! Can’t complain though, being busy is good haha! Keep eyes out for a video release tomorrow 😉

This is an oldddd carving, I’m way better now 😂 but thank you! I do everything differently now hahaha!

Thank you so much Paul! I have learned so much with every carve, and I’m starting to see lots of improvement! I have a bunch of exciting videos lines up, just need to find the time to edit them to get them out for you guys! Cheers from Maine :)

@@TayMarie23hi I do the same job where I can share you my pictures

@@alejandroocampoayala2567 If you have instagram you can DM me there (TayMarieYT) or feel free to email me at tmcustomcarvings.com :)

That's a great idea!! I have a bunch of bears to do this month but unfortunately none that are hugging, I’ll definitely do a pair someday though! Thank you for watching ☺️

This was my first ever carving video and my 5th carving ever 💕 Wish I kept this one to remind me of how it all started!

@@TayMarie23 Jeder hat mal angefangen und ich finde Du hast das damals super gemacht, auf jeden Fall hast Du da eine schöne Erinnerung. Bist auf jeden Fall eine tolle sympathische Frau. :) Ganz viele liebe Grüße lass ich gern da. :)

Bears are a lot of fun! I started carving last August 😁

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I believe this was my 5th carving ever? Yah I did two little trees, a goofy looking black bear, then I did an owl, then this little bear bear! I remember being so happy with how he came out 🥰 If you don’t have an arbor crayon, get one! Its been game changing with marking my logs and planning my cuts! I used to just wing my carvings, like this bear, but I put a lot more time into planning now! ☺️

@@TayMarie23 not finding much in a search. I’m in Canada. When you get a moment could you tell me the brand or manufacturer your are using? Thanks much. Hi Nami!

@@keegantimber8571 For the arbor crayon I use Dewalts crayon, sometimes called a marking crayon or lumber crayon as well! It draws over any texture (bark and all) and is so clear and visible! They last forever as well! Nami is sitting next to me and says hello

@@TayMarie23 thanks

Thank you so very much! Check out some of my newer content, I think you will be surprised 😉

The journey is now my full time job! It’s crazy what you can accomplish in a year, make sure to check out my newer videos if you haven’t 😊

Thank you 🙌🏼 It’s been a lot of work!

It always is! lol @@TayMarie23

Awww thank your for the support and welcome to the crew! 😁💛

That’s the plan! Check out some of my more recent videos if you haven’t, I have improved and learned SO much since this little bear bear 🐻 ☺️

Lol Beetle juice, what a character 😂 I just uploaded the video of my first and only human this past week…people are HARD! And faces are even HARDER! People who can do people art and next level artist! I don’t know if I ever want to do another human 😂

@@TayMarie23 You're right, people are hard, especially people with tiny heads! But imagine the scope of your work when you've mastered carving people. Just think of the demand and the price you could charge when you have that skill locked down. Keep the faith, work through the pain and focus on carving Beetlejuice. You'll find that if you can carve him you can carve any human. (Beetlejuice is more of a God than a human in my opinion).

Aww I appreciate that, also Jenna is awesome!! You will have to check out my newer stuff sometime, this was only my 5th time using a chainsaw! I have come a long way since then :)

@@TayMarie23 I watched many that was just the one I replied to I enjoyed watching your progress 😁👍

I appreciate that so very much ☺️

If this is you first time to the channel I encourage you to look at some of my newer stuff! I recently carved a 10’ life sized grizzly! Still a beginner but on to bigger and better things!

You will have to check out some of my newer stuff sometime, I have come a long way since this cute little bear 😁 Always learning and growing! Thank you for the kind words!

I am going to watch your others. I subscribed! I have a chainsaw and would like to try something creative also.

I encourage you to do so, this hobby is like no other!! The carving community is absolutely wonderful too! Just make sure you get some chainsaw chaps and safety gear before your start anything! 🙂

This was my very first carving video, if you are new to the channel make sure to check out some of my newer stuff 😁

This is my first carving video, definitely check out my newer stuff! I have come a long way since this little grizzly!

No wayyyy! I have watched so many of your videos, you are a huge inspiration of mine! I have improved so much since this bear, every carving has taught me so much and I absolutely love carving as a whole! I have dropped my career as a nurse to pursue this full time ☺️ I can’t believe you watched one of my videos, Im so happy right now 😭💛😂 Keep kicking butt, I look forward to watching more of your vids!

@@TayMarie23 aww this is so sweet!!!! Love it!!! This made my day! 💪👍🥰

You will have to check out my newer videos sometime, I have improved immensely and learned so much since this little bear :)

I just got a jaw horse for Christmas…it’s game changing! Really helps get the carving to a comfortable carving height, less back pain! Thank you so much for watching, I have come a long way since this bear and I’m sure great progress is in your future as well :)

@@TayMarie23 yes, a jamhorse is on my list. That, and a saw with a dime bar. Bought a stihl 180 c b e, two weeks ago. Love it! Never used a saw or carved anything before. At 63, I'm invested in this. Due to recent health issues I'm on SSI and hope to generate some extra income. Was laid up in bed pretty much for 16 months after high blood pressure caused me to have a brain bleed (minor type of stroke) and carving now has me up at six a.m., ready to start my day- dragging logs our of the woods, etc. Carving more than likely saved my life because it got me moving. I talked about chainsaw art for decades and now is my chance. Kids, grandkids and friends are so supportive, so i am luckier than most. Still, my learning takes great effort. I study hundreds of bear pics and videos. Just learning hair patterns alone is a great challenge. Woke the whole family up early this morning with my chainsaw. Oooops! Also learned- bears don't have whiskers! Good luck with your new venture. So encouraging to see others digging in and putting in the work. Unfortunately, there are no short cuts after learning the bear basics... Godspeed.

This is so wonderful to hear! Carving is so therapeutic and is so rewarding when you put the work into it! I’m so happy you found carving, at 63 years young you have many years to perfect and grow your skills 😁

This was my first ever carving video! ☺️

Making a 10 foot grizzly right now, big step up from this peewee 😉 I hope you give it a try, it’s so therapeutic!

It’s an oldie but goodie!

Haha thank you! I have improved so much since I released this video, every carving has taught me so much :) I’m really back logged on footage/videos but plan to get them all out once it gets colder! It’s just been too nice outside to be stuck at a desk editing haha! Keep eyes out for a video this weekend though! 👀😊

@@TayMarie23 I hear you! Valid point. Yeah, the learning process is so rewarding and so satisfying.! I’m sure I’ll proceed to be impressed as I witness your progression forward. Happy carving!

I feel like we are always beginners, regardless of what stage we are at! This is a hobby where you constantly learn new things, it never ends! I bet you most master carvers will tell you they still learn things on the daily doing this! This is a wonderful hobby/job, it engages and exercises both the mind and the body! 😁

Thank you! ☺️

I appreciate that! I have come a long way since this little bear bear 🐻☺️

Of course! It’s such a fun art form! Getting a little better each carve!

Lol I rarely carve bears 🤣 This video was the fifth time I had ever held a chainsaw about two years ago, been carving full time since, check out my newer stuff you might be surprised ❤️

Thank you my friend! Improving a little each carve! Going to do another bear today! Might get a short out on it tomorrow :)

I have come a LONG way since this little carve haha, but thank you! 😁

I have come a longgggggg way since this bear! You will have to check out my newer stuff sometime! Be safe and have fun!

Thank you! I have come a long way since I filmed this video, you will have to check out some of my newer videos sometime! 🙂 I now use a chisel for my eyes, but I have seen people who use glass eyes and it always turns out beautiful!

On to bigger and better things now! I have learned so much from each carving and hope to continue to push myself to improve:) Thank you so much for watching!

Thank you! This was my first ever carving video and my 5th ever piece…wish I kept it!

I used chisels and gouges for my eyes these days! But I have seen people use marbles too!

Thank you! Cheers! 🐻

Just read your other comment on my polar bear carving! Nothing like seeing progress 😁

As long as you are enjoying it that’s what matters! Improvement will come with time and hard work 😊

This is an old carving, my 5th ever to be exact! I carve for a living now, and love every second of it ☺️

Can you run a dime tip on an electric saw? I have heard it’s not good because electric only runs at full throttle and you shouldn’t run a dime tip at full throttle? But I honestly know nothing, learning as I go lol! I was looking at getting a quarter tip so I don’t have to change the sprocket, but I’m definitely open to suggestions!

Awww thank you for this comment! I started last August so we are definitely in a similar boat! I have been really happy with my progress this year, make sure you check out my newer stuff 😉

Thank you Jerry! Getting a little better with each carve!

That’s the plan 😉 Get yourself something like a jaw horse to carve on so you aren’t holding yourself in awkward positions, causing further back issues! Carving can be tough on the body, never be afraid to take breaks when needed! I take a week off here and there just to let my neck and back recoup! Those saws aren’t light either!!

@@TayMarie23 ~ thank you so much! Very wise advice,, I’m already laying on my back and lifting 20 pound weights to get my arms use to holding it for longer lengths. I Dremel carve standing up in my creation station 🙂 since sitting is an issue… Thanks again I appreciate it 🙏🏽💫

This is my first carving video ever 😂 Definitely check out my newer stuff if you haven’t! I do however, still love this little bear! And hey, there is nothing wrongs with being a wise old fart! 😁

It would be rude not to boop the snoot 😝🤣

Hey hey! I actually have that exact Wen Dremel! I have a lot more tools then I had during the time of this video! This is how I make a living now so I have lots of goodies haha! Have a variety of Kutzall and saburrtooth burrs…they ROCK! You will have to check out my more recent stuff, I have come a long long way since this cute bear bear 🐻 Happy Easter, Cheers!

@@TayMarie23 I seen your Bigfoot, love it, I went out back n started a Bigfoot yesterday, hoping to finish him today, ty for the Inspiration tho, felt great finally using the chainsaw again, so much faster lol after seeing this video I watched more of ya, amazing work, your super talented at this, I'm also making a job out of this, Crosscreek got ahold of me and asked if they could sell my stuff at their store, that was at Christmas time so been investing a lot into it, I had another fb n RU-vid with all my stuff but got hacked n lost it all so I need a new channel, using a family members ATM, I'm Jesse btw but anyway love your style, keep em coming, very inspirational 😊 ty

Hey Jesse! Congrats on landing a carving gig, that’s awesome! Do you wholesale your carvings or do you get a percentage after they sell? Just make sure you aren’t being ripped off for you hard work, but you know that! Sorry about your channel and fb, Uhg that’s awful! I would love to see how your bigfoot is turning out!

I appreciate your kind words 💛 I would love to watch a carving contest, I hope to make it to one this coming year! Have a great day also! Cheers from Maine 😊

Thank you ☺️

At this point closer to a year and a half, but yet this was my 5th carving 🐻 You can definitely use the stock bar and chain, I carved this bear with an 18” stock bar. You might want a carving bar in the future but I would definitely start without one and learn the ropes first! And for the angle grinder, I now have a Saburrtooth sanding disc on it but yes you want to get your soon 40-120 grit flap sanding discs, you will use them a lot !

@@TayMarie23 Crazy how time flies! Look at all you're doing now,...so incredible! Thanks for the help.✨🙏🏻💖I will get a carving bar eventually. I want a Sand o flex and finger sander too,... But first things first. I'm always taking notes as I watch videos. Thanks for commenting back, I appreciate your time and experience.💯

Thank you ☺️ 💛

Thank you Tim :)

I have greatly improved since this little bear! Thank you for the kind words :)

Thank you very much! ☺️

Thank you! This was my first ever carving video, posted just over a year ago ☺️

Thank you! Cheers!

You just let me know when 😉😂

Cuteee! I see one in your profile picture! 💛

Why thank you! 😊

Haha thank you 😁

Thank you 😁

I appreciate that, thank you!

This was my first ever carving video 💕 This was probably a 14-16” diameter log about 16-18” tall! I hope you enjoy this amazing art form! I would recommend starting with trees, they are a great way to learn the basic cuts before jumping into a bear! Bears are so fun though!

Thank you!

Thank you! Have lots more to come ☺️

I know exactly what you are talking about, it is a super dangerous tool! I definitely would never use that myself, not recommend it, just not worth loosing a finger 🙃

Thank you! Cheers! ☺️