cottonwood bark walking stick

[jay19]

Hey guys, First time on the cane/walking stick forum I carve mostly cottonwood bark houses, but I came across a long thick piece of bark with a nice curve at one end just begging to become a walking stick. I'ts more of a decorative piece since bark is not real strong. I thought you guys might appreciate this.

Thanks for looking Jay 19

[Bill V]

Jay,
I almost missed this post, nice cane.

Bill

[toycarver]

Looks like it was a fun project. I like it.

[bigEd_H]

That's a neat idea. Like you say, it's not practical as a real cane, but it makes for a great conversation piece. I'm sure it was as fun to carve as it is to look at. Thanks for sharing.

[karlaskarvings]

what a neat idea . you are lucky to have found a piece long enough.

[Waitpinga Whittler]

I like that! It really sparks the imagination. Pity it isn't a practical stick. I'm wondering if something could be carved in a stronger, yet light weight wood that would stand real use... say something like poplar.

Any chance of having a go?

[Gulf Coast Handyman]

Very neat jay, and very original !

Dave

[Clifford_Parker]

A very original and creative design. I have made quite a few "display sticks" so nothing wrong with that either. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[W.duBois]

Wonderful wood colors! Indeed not that practical, but who cares, it's the effort put into it that make it valuable.

[Wyobulldog]

Looks great the question I have is will the bark stand up? It is quite a piece