Ash walking sticks

[Vushtrri]

...a simple question..I hope!

Never done any steaming before, but am I right in assuming this is the best way to form the crook shape on an Ash walking stick....and if so, what's the best way of doing it?

[Slbelson]

Ben Law describes this in his book on country wood crafts. He only refers to a walking stick with a single bend, but I imagine that with a bit of ingenuity you could add another curve to give a "nose out" handle. Also have a look at the "Woodland Sticks" channel on YouTube. Best of luck!