Frank Foust, a woodcarver from Pennsylvania, has been making ‘comfort birds’ for many years. The birds are designed to be held in the hand (“a bird in the hand”) and provide comfort by rubbing gently with the fingers. The bird is sanded to a smooth, fine finish that feels very nice when held.
Hank has a new hobby. Using the template for the birds from Frank Foust’s web instructions, he is now working on his 12th bird. Here are some pics:
All these birds are carved from oak, and the grain provides some interesting patterns. During our trip to Ontario in May, we hope to find some other sources of suitable hardwood.
Susan is making cloth pouches for the birds. We will give them to our minister, Bev Brazier, who will offer them to those she visits as part of her pastoral care.
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