Here is an assortment of quality carving tools to get you started.
Knife handles are made of Walnut or Chinaberry with high quality steel blades.

K1 Ron Wells Knife K2 Bud Murray Knife Long Blade $22
Walnut Handle, Alloy Steel Blade $22

K3 Bud Murray Knife Rough-out Blade $22 S1 Saftey Glove:
Men's S, M, L and Women's M $11
These gloves are made of stainless steel laced with
cotton, making them cooler and more comfortable
than other popular gloves.