Santa Clara Valley Carvers

We promote woodcarving and whittling to the public.

Category: Workshops and Classes

  • Wood Carving Merit Badge Class for Local Scouts, 2025

    Wood Carving Merit Badge Class for Local Scouts, 2025

    The Santa Clara Valley Carvers hosted a Wood Carving Merit Badge class for the local Scouts, teaching them the fundamentals of woodcarving and inspiring a new generation of carvers. The scouts learned essential skills such as safety practices, tool handling, and basic woodcarving cuts with expert instruction and hands-on practice.

  • Oakhurst Woodcarvers Rendezvous, April 6-12, 2025

    Fellow Woodcarvers, the 16th Oakhurst Woodcarvers Rendezvous will be held at the Community Center on April 6-12, 2025, in Oakhurst, CA. This special week of carving is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family, and we would like to extend a special invitation to you to come and join us. There will be several…

  • Wood Carving Merit Badge for Scouts, February 2025

    Introduction to the Wood Carving Merit Badge for Scouts from 11 to 17. Adult scooters are also welcome. February 13 and 20, 2025, in San Jose, CA.

  • Free Chip Carving Workshop: Learn How to Carve a Coaster

    Join our regular free chip carving workshop and explore the world of this intricate art form. Led by our club member Roman Chernikov, a skilled chip carver and experienced instructor, you’ll master carving techniques, learn to use chip carving knives, and craft beautiful projects. At the workshop, each participant receives a basswood chip carving practice…

  • Wooden Pumpkin Carving Workshop – October 2023

    Wooden Pumpkin Carving Workshop – October 2023

    Discover the art of woodcarving at our exciting free introductory class throughout the month of October 2023. Join us every Monday at the Adult Recreation Center in Los Gatos, CA, and embark on a creative journey into the world of woodcarving. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this pumpkin carving workshop is perfect…