HI Diana,
So glad you didn’t quit when you were frustrated. You’ve come to the right place to learn this great craft!!
You need to start with the Chip Carving Essentials Course. Boards and other items for this Course and other Courses are separate purchases.
Here’s the link for Course Boards – https://mychipcarving.com/product-category/courses-blanks-with-patterns-applied/
If there’s ever anything you need help with, use the Community, email me marty@mychipcarving.com or call 866-444-6996
Marty