Viking walking stick

Celtic Knot Walking Stick: I decided to make my own walking stick. My knee plays up every now and then, and using a stick or pole like the one I made is great for bush walking, especially up and down steep hills/mountains. I could have just used a plain pole, but I thought I …

A walking stick makes a great companion whether you are planning a trek through the mountainous wilderness or just around the neighborhood.

This staff is made of Hazel wood collected locally in magical Wales. The top has been pyrographed with a Helm of Awe (Aegishjalmur) which is a symbol of protection and power. It was believed to shield the bearer from physical, mental, or spiritual harm. On one side is a safe travel bind rune, (Raido - travel and Algiz - protection). The other side has been carved and pyrographed with a Raven, one of Odin's birds who accompanied him on his travels. The stick hasn't been straightened and has…

Today we make a patterned walking stick or cane. I cut a highly figured cherry blank into 1/2" pieces and glued them together to form a herringbone pattern. ...

Wood spirit staff (detail)

How to Make a Leather Handle for a Walking Stick: If you enjoy creating walking sticks from timber found in the woods then you probably have experienced splinters or rough patches in your walking stick. An easy way to be rid of those troubles is to create a simple leather handle. I did it for less …