A trilogy of walking sticks.

[McFarkus]

Beautiful work! I'd like to see closeups of the carving as well!

[vmac3205]

Well done, Arlen. Good luck with the auction. Might I suggest oiling them with linseed or Swedish oil? It makes the carving and grain pop out and preserves the wood. Also gives the sticks a nice feel lto the hand.

[The Barry]

Nicely done!

[Arlen]

Thanks for all the compliments. So far it's only the smaller stuff that's sold, but it's got a wee while left. And I just love woodworking anyway.

Nick, the Oak and Beech staffs are actually really light! They were already very seasoned when I got them and they're a lot lighter than I tend to go for, but the are nice and sturdy. Here's a close up of the top of the Oak one for you.




For the rest of you, here's the best I can do showing you the carvings.










I used coconut oil on it, Vmac. I'm planning to get some Linseed oil soon, though!


And, just because I am amazed, here is a picture of the surprise package I received from Diane's Granny today.




She's not doing woodworking anymore so sent me all her stuff!!!!
I had to leave all mine behind in Scotland and now look! I am very, very lucky!

[Cynthia]

That's wonderful, Arlen!! Have fun!

[Sheep In Wolf's Clothing]

The walking sticks look great! I really do like the wolf..but I am a little bias. Congrats on the woodworking treasures.
Keep up the good work,
Sara

[vmac3205]

Good granny!!

[Arlen]

Good granny!!

I know! I'm going to make her something to say thank you. It was completely unexpected. I've only even met her once!
I'm thrilled to have high quality woodworking tools again and not just be working using a penknife.

The sticks on Ebay didn't sell but I will go ahead and make some more and just have them all for sale on my website.

[Sheep In Wolf's Clothing]

The sticks on Ebay didn't sell but I will go ahead and make some more and just have them all for sale on my website.

Try artisan fairs. I know we have a few her in the spring, they cost little to enter and give a good opportunity to sell your work. We also have a farmers Market that has a section for craftspeople. One time I picked up some nice local produce and a lovely set of hand crafted earrings for my sister for a birthday gift!
Good luck,
Sara

[vmac3205]

Try artisan fairs. I know we have a few her in the spring, they cost little to enter and give a good opportunity to sell your work. We also have a farmers Market that has a section for craftspeople. One time I picked up some nice local produce and a lovely set of hand crafted earrings for my sister for a birthday gift!
Good luck,
Sara

Good idea. People are looking for fun and unique stuff at fairs. You should do well.