Minature Relief Carving Of An Owl On Thread Spool
This is a minature relief carving of an owl on a wooden Thread Spool. The owl is sitting out on a limb of a tree waiting for something interesting to come along, a midnight snack perhaps. I hand carved the owl into the wooden spool using a high speed (400,000 rpm) drill using the same bits that your dentist uses. The Thread spool is 2 inches high and has a diameter of 1.5 inches.
Meet the Maker
Michael Altom
QuotableWalkingStick
I retired from the USAF after 28 years and now I make canes, walking sticks, jewelry and art pieces full time. The Quotable Walking Stick is a concept that I started. I find rare, unusual, and/or antique items to make into walking stick handles. Then I find an appropriate quote from literature, movies, music or elsewhere that I feel compliments the user.
Quotes have always been an important part of my life. It is comforting to know that others we admire think along the same lines as we do. I hope you will find one that speaks to you.
Customer Reviews
anna p
May 26, 2014Michael couldn't have been better to work with. He was responsive, talented and so accommodating. I would highly recommend him to everyone!!
Kenneth Gallaher
Nov 11, 2015Very nice piece. great communication.
Richard Chumbley
Aug 31, 2020This is the second cane I've had made by Mr. Altom...great craftsmanship, great communication, just a great experience. Professional in all aspects and pays attention to every detail of the project.
Chaz
May 31, 2013Michael was great to work with. He always asked me about something before going ahead with it and always listened to all my ideas. He was especially good about helping me figure out my budget. Great experience. Oh and the staff was killer!!