Traditional Stickmaking Apr 2026

While many sticks use a natural "knob" from the branch, more ornate designs utilize:

Often used for "thumbsticks," where the V-shape provides a natural rest for the hand. Traditional Stickmaking

This is the critical joint where the head meets the shank. A high-quality stick features a seamless transition, sometimes reinforced with a decorative collar or spacer made of bone or metal. Shillelaghmaking While many sticks use a natural "knob" from