[Whiteroselad]

I suppose this question may only be to the British wood carvers as I don't know if Elder grows in the States. I understand that this is a very "pithy" wood but I have seen walking sticks made from older limbs before.

My question is; from what I remember from trimming and removing these (weed) trees the older trunks and limbs seemed to cut very cleanly, has anyone tried carving with Elder? N.

 

[LilysDad]

The Elder that grows in my area is a very scrubby bush that grows to maybe 8 ft., and yes, it has a white, foam like pith.

 

[cobalt]

you can carve any wood make sure its seasoned , but be careful when sanding it some fine sawdust is sesirously bad for your health

I havnt tried elder but always suspicious of woods I would check it out so wear a dust mask

 

[Whiteroselad]

Thanks for the heads up guys, I will get to seasoning some. Cheers. N.