While we were out at our local big box store this weekend, as we passed the books and magazines
my wife commented that she might like to try her hand at carving.
Always one to make my wife happy (especially if it helps her see the importance of the right tool for the job),
I told her that I would do some research and see what it would cost to get her started.
In doing that research I was amazed at the price differences in some of the tools.
Now I'm no spring chicken so I am fully aware of "you get what you pay for" in most cases,
I guess in a very long winded effort what I am asking is:
1) How much should we budget to get her a nice starter set up?
2) Is there any must have items?
3) What tools are suggested to try your hand at carving?
I'm leaning towards a cheap amazon set just to get her feet wet.
Is that going to hinder her enjoyment?
Any other advice/pointers/suggestions are all welcome.
Thanks!