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Old 02-17-2009, 01:54 AM
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I'm trying to carve out a wand from a branch about two thumbs in diametre. The branch was found on the ground but it must have broken off recently because it was still quite fresh.
I wanted to thin out the one end so that it tapers down into a semi point, but my boyfriend says that it will probably split. So I'm at a little of a loss as to how to continue with my project.
Can anyone offer me some advice, please and thank you!
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Old 02-17-2009, 03:56 AM
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Hi Rowan, If you put the stick in a plastic bag or wrap it in plastic & keep drawing the moisture out slowly it will not usually crack much or at all. If you just leave it out in the open & it dries to quickly this is what will cause cracking. Hope this helps?
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Old 02-21-2009, 12:29 AM
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Hi Rowan , welcome to the board . I see Robbin has given you some excellent advice already
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Old 02-22-2009, 01:11 AM
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Beautiful spirit sticks, Slather.
I was thinking of doing one as well. Is there any type of wood that you would recommend?
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