This mistake is particularly dangerous, as it can quickly lead to serious injuries! Carving requires full attention, and even if you’re being cautious, it’s almost inevitable that at some point, the carving tool will slip, and you’ll end up cutting your finger.

This often happens with cheap carving sets, which dull quickly. When the blades lose their sharpness, they don’t grip the material as well, and that’s when accidents happen – you slip. But that’s not even the worst part. Many beginners place their hands incorrectly, which increases the risk of injury. Ouch!

But hey, at least the blades were dull, right? Think again! The extra force you need to apply with dull blades makes things even riskier. You end up exerting more pressure, and you could end up jamming that tool right into your hand. Scary, right? Hopefully, you’re not having nightmares now!

But don’t worry – this doesn’t have to happen! It’s actually easier than you think to handle a tool safely. I’ll show you how to do it right. A sharp tool glides through the material much more smoothly and significantly reduces the risk of injury. There are plenty more useful tips I can share with you in my course. So, come join, and focus on the fun part! Carving can be incredibly relaxing and meditative – when you do it the right way. 😊

Still unsure which tools and products you need for your lino printing starter kit? Just download my guide with product recommendations for linocut beginners – on 6 pages I list all the materials and tools I need to make my colorful prints – and you can do it too!