
Is it realistic to carve something like this as an absolute beginner?
I'm really into renfaires and want a wooden rat "mask" (more of a hat I guess, I wouldn't want it to cover the face). Because the prices of mask makers are intensely high (rightfully so but still I don't earn that much) I'd have to make it myself. Question is just if that's realistic at all for someone who's only ever carved a stick to roast sausages over open fire? I have artistic skill, but it's definitely in the drawing and not the crafting area. I just really want to make this work somehow.
The brown marked part is the only wooden part, the ears, teeth and fur cloak would simply be attached. I'd love it even more if the fur cloak could be removed with pressure buttons or something, because in this summer heat I think I might die otherwise.
Mind you I'm not expecting to be done with it this season, I'd take as much time as I need.