: You only need a basic chip carving knife (like a skew knife), which typically costs around $25, and a non-slip pad for stability [Woodcraft].
In the four corners of your wood block, add free-form leaf patterns . As suggested in My Chip Carving, you can gather real leaves and sketch their outlines to create a natural, imaginative contrast to the geometric center. Materials & Preparation
: If you encounter ragged or wobbly edges, you can often thin the "bulge" by shaving it with a very sharp knife, rather than re-cutting the entire wall [ LSIrish.com ].
At the absolute center of the rosette, you can carve a small Pinwheel pattern . According to READ N TRY, this pattern consists of just 12 chips and can be customized by leaving the center uncarved for personal decorations like a small flower or heart.