How to Sharpen a Pencil With a Knife

by Nerdbird27

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Intro: How to Sharpen a Pencil With a Knife

STEP 1: Gather Materials

You will need a knife and a pencil.

STEP 2: Have Trash Can Near By

Always have a trash can when sharpening.

STEP 3: Shave the Top

When shaving the top of a pencil try to find the lead.

STEP 4: Carve the Pencil

Carve the pencil at an angle on each side of the hexagon shape.

STEP 5: Carve Little Bits of the Lead Carefully

Carve gently, while carving the lead until you get a nice pointy tip...and that's all you have to do.