How to Make a Walking Staff
Most people take pride in things they craft, especially if it is something that can be used for a necessary purpose. Whether you are a youngster who finds the walking staff adds creativity to play, or a hiker who finds this crafted piece of wood to be an aid in rough terrain, this useful piece of wood is easy to make.
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Things You'll Need
- Pocket-knife
- Sturdy branch
- Wood stain
- Saw
- Rough and fine sandpaper
- Paintbrush
Instructions
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Find a straight branch which is pleasing to your eye and a comfortable length for your height. Make sure the wood is sturdy and not starting to decay.
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Saw off any twigs or unwanted stubs protruding from the branch.
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Debark the branch. Some bark peels easily, but at times you may need a pocket-knife to strip the branch down to the wood.
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Sand the branch. You may want to use a heavier sandpaper at first to even out the surface of the wood. Once you have a uniform texture, use fine sandpaper to smooth the entire staff. Take time to sand the entire surface until the wood is very smooth.
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Choose a water-resistant color of wood stain that you like. There are many colors and tones in gloss or matte. Stain the staff and let dry for a prescribed amount of time.
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Smooth out any irregularities that might have occurred during the staining process with fine sandpaper. Restain if necessary.
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Wipe off mud or dirt after use and make sure the staff is dry before storing to maintain the beauty and integrity of the wood.
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Tips & Warnings
A child needs adult supervision for this project, as it entails using a saw, knife and wood stain, which may have poisonous fumes.
