James Ray Miller

About The Author

James Ray Miller started carving at age 11 under the guidance of a supportive Community Education carving group. The members of this group introduced him to the Scandinavian flat-plane style, which sparked his ever-expanding interest in Scandinavian culture as a whole.

Books by James Ray Miller

Whittling Workbook

14 Simple Projects to Carve

The ultimate beginner-friendly project guide to whittling flat-plane carvings with a modern twist! Whittling Workbook is perfect for anyone seeking a range of easy wood carvings they can accomplish with just one knife – including roughing out. All you need is a block of wood and one knife to achi...
Whittling Flat-Plane Animals

15 Projects to Carve with Just One Knife

This approachable method of carving is the perfect starting point for beginners to fall in love with woodcarving, or for experienced carvers to try something new! Featuring 15 wood animal projects that focus on the flat-plane style of woodcarving, each design has little to no rounded edges and ca...
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