Heron Bone Stirring Spoon

Inspired by Nature

This spoon was carved to mimic a bone I found in the woods. I'm told by a reliable source that it's likely a heron bone. The narrow shape and long handle make it a perfect spoon for stirring tea on a summer afternoon.

Spooky Art Made In The Sloyd Tradition

Sloyd (or slöjd) is a traditional handicraft education system developed in the late 19th century focused primarily on woodworking. It essentially taught hand crafts as a method for character development and self-sufficiency in children. Often found alongside broader green woodworking crafts, it teaches pre-industrial methods for creating utilitarian objects and fosters a sense of connection to the natural world. Today, sloyd is a popular hobby craft (and side hustle) for people from a wide array of professional disciplines. They all seem drawn to the community found in touching grass together in an increasingly digital world.

Handcrafted from Natural Materials

Each spoon is carved from wood from a real tree! Sourced as fresh, green logs, they are split and shaped with axes, sloyd knives, and hook knives. They are then painted with natural milk paint and sealed with wood wax and tung and orange oils. They are completely food safe and biodegradable. Each spoon is different, but common woods include cherry, black birch, river birch, and tulip poplar.

Caring for Your Spoon

These spoons are made with care, but they are not indestructible. Extend their life by gently handwashing them, not soaking them in water, and avoiding direct contact with strongly staining spices.