"Studious Stitch" started out like all pieces, on the band saw. He's made of basswood, is 3" by 5" by 3" and is resting on a 5" by 7" base. I'm a "power carver" and use a Mastercarver flex-shaft tool for 99.9% of all my carvings. Once in a while I need to clean edges and use an Exacto knife.
"Stitch" will be on his stomach relaxing on the ground reading a book.
"Stitch's" big ears did me in on the first attempt. I made sure to leave plenty of wood this time around.
At last, I can refine his features.
Give him his book!
Add some color and put the pieces together....
It's always a great feeling when you finish a piece... especially after the second try!
