The ancient art of whittling and carving bowls, mugs, spoons and other handy utensils has been going for many thousands of years. A craft born out of necessity, these days many people indulge in a spot of whittling just for the fun of it. While useful items are often still the objective, many people create works for purely decorative purposes too.
As an avid camper, I enjoy putting my camping knife to use and crafting items that will be beneficial to my basecamp. If using cast iron pots and pans in camp, wooden utensils are essential, as they don't damage the metal or their non-stick surfaces, and they don't conduct the heat generated by the camping stove. It's hugely satisfying creating something that's genuinely useful.
