Hand Carved Wood Spoons

by  Steve Schmeck   and  Sue Robishaw 


         For more than thirty years we have been carving spoons by hand using native hardwoods, usually from our own woods, sometimes given to us by friends. We don't use exotic or imported woods. The spoons are made using traditional tools and methods, splitting them from the log then shaping them with hatchet, drawknife, spoke shave and gouges. This orients the spoon with the grain, making it stronger, and for us means a more interesting one-of-a-kind piece as we work with the natural features of the wood. 

        Our spoons are finished with much careful sanding to a smooth satin touch and a non-toxic edible oil applied. Most are made to be used, whether in the kitchen or simply for stroking. As artists and artisans we enjoy working with wood in this fashion. 

        No two spoons are alike and our inventory comes and goes. What we might have on hand at any time varies considerably. Below is a sampling of previous pieces. Prices range from $20 to $250. If you are interested in our spoons and want to know what we have currently for sale, please contact us.



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black cherry burl


black cherry

 


black cherry


black cherry


apricot


black cherry

 


white birch


black cherry

 


black cherry


locust 


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Updated 07/14/2008