Eating Spoon

Thursday, September 27, 2018Thursday, September 27, 2018 ~ George Crawford ~ 4 Comments

Just a short show-and-tell today because I needed a new eating spoon. I lost my old favorite a few weeks ago and as near as I can remember, it was about 20 years old. I remember this because it was cut from the end of a bow stave of a bow I love. Here is … Continue reading Eating Spoon

Wood Carving; Spoons, Spatulas, and a Whiskey Noggin

Saturday, January 20, 2018 ~ George Crawford ~ 6 Comments

Now that I'm back to spoon carving it feels great to actually finish some decent pieces. Most of the nicer wood I have on-hand is kiln-dried, making it much more difficult to work. More patience, more sharpening, and smaller cuts are necessary to accomplish a desired form. However, this weekend paid off with a few … Continue reading Wood Carving; Spoons, Spatulas, and a Whiskey Noggin

Mallets and Other Simple Wooden Implements

Saturday, January 14, 2017 ~ George Crawford ~ 1 Comment

As I sort and cull my tools (and life) I want to share some past projects that may seem too simple to consider. I am not always on the path to a handmade life but I'm also never far from it.