Wood whittling lets anyone create real-life objects that look interesting, are very durable, and last a long time if you keep them out of direct sunlight and/or high humidity. All it requires is a set of carving knives, some basswood or limewood blocks, A PAIR OF ANSI CUT LEVEL A9 GLOVES, and a few tutorials. You can also use some acrylic paint for a splash of color. The downside is that carving knives are unbelievably sharp and dangerous, so only skip wearing gloves if you hate your fingers for some reason. Also, beware of sawdust- you should only use power tools, sandpaper, or even hand saws when you're outdoors, unless you want to fill your room with lung cancer. I'll still gladly take woodcarving over dealing with clay or 3D printers, though.
Try clicking and dragging on the carvings below! You can rotate these 3D scans at any angle. Check back on this page every now and then for new additions.