robs456 Report post Posted November 2, 2018 So I've had this ashen stick for a while, the top weighted with lead shot to make a nice 'hittin' stick' for those occasions when a hittin' stick is needed. After binge watching the viking drama 'Norsemen' on Netflix I decided this trusty but meager looking stick needed a make over. A viking make over. The result is as per the pictures below (no goats or thralls were hurt in the making over of this stick): Yes, the yellow thingy is Mjölnir. Handy to have for invoking the power of Oden. Instead of the normal cross stitches I decided to go for the classier 'S' applique as shown below. Handle(s) are wrapped with 2-3 oz leather strips, and tied not glued 'cos i'm not gluing on this stick... And to prevent splinters when used as a walking stick (or in anger) I have a coin affixed to the top: Thanks for watching! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stetson912 Report post Posted November 2, 2018 "This drink, I like it, I'll have another!" Hehe very nice work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Riem Report post Posted November 2, 2018 Man, that's classy! And invoking Mjölnir might entice the real @Mjolnir to come a-peekin'... Just saying! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robs456 Report post Posted November 2, 2018 2 hours ago, Stetson912 said: "This drink, I like it, I'll have another!" Hehe very nice work! 1 hour ago, Riem said: Man, that's classy! And invoking Mjölnir might entice the real @Mjolnir to come a-peekin'... Just saying! Thanks guys, and yes let's not invoke the wrath of @Mjolnir Though I'm sure he'll enjoy a peek... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiwican Report post Posted November 2, 2018 Everyone needs a hittin stick! Well done Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robs456 Report post Posted November 2, 2018 1 hour ago, kiwican said: Everyone needs a hittin stick! Well done Thanks, and yes they do! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rodneywt1180b Report post Posted November 2, 2018 Great stick! i like the lace detail. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
battlemunky Report post Posted November 2, 2018 Really nice work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YinTx Report post Posted November 3, 2018 Is that tooled veg tan? I like the lace work also. YinTx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robs456 Report post Posted November 3, 2018 9 hours ago, rodneywt1180b said: Great stick! i like the lace detail. 9 hours ago, battlemunky said: Really nice work! 6 hours ago, YinTx said: Is that tooled veg tan? I like the lace work also. YinTx Thanks guys. Yes, it's tooled veg tan. As this was a quick side project I just used that little plastic swivel knife beveller to bevel the thing and it seems to work fine. Though I wouldn't use it on more intricate designs. The braiding idea came as a result of just having procured the Bruce Grant 'Leather braiding' book. Written 68 years ago it's old school and great, I recommend it if you are at all into lacing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
