Free video lesson

The acanthus clock, step by step

See how an acanthus wall clock comes to life — from sketch to finished clockwork. Want to carve it yourself? Order the pattern; or order the dial ready-carved. The full film is also here to watch below.

◉ Woodcarving by Rolf Taraldset
Order the pattern

The clock pattern.

The acanthus clock at full size as a digital file, ready to print and trace onto the wood. Comes with a guide on how to use it and where to source the clockwork.

USD 20 Digital delivery
Order pattern
Order the clock dial

The acanthus clock dial.

Would you rather have the clock ready-carved? You can order the acanthus dial itself, hand-cut and ready for the clockwork. Price includes shipping.

USD 100 Shipping included
Order dial
Chapters
Tools & sharpening 00:00
Drawing the clock vine 08:24
Roughing the ring 17:50
Leaves & the curls 31:12
Dial & clockwork seat 46:38
Oiling & assembly 58:05