Celtic Knot work

 I wanted to make a walking stick with Celtic Knot work on it.  I made a  couple of test pieces to try out different finishes before I committed to a walking stick.  These pictures are of the test sticks.  The walking stick has been sold.  I did not take a picture of it before it was sold.  I've learned my lesson on taking pictures right away.   

The design was wood burned into the wood, then painted with 14 kt. gold paint.  After painting I used light and dark antiquing mediums to finish the wood.  I decided to use the lighter stain on the walking stick.