It's a Burl - Must see places in Oregon

I think as you look through the pictures below you will understand why it is on my "Must See List" for travel in Oregon!

Burlwood's are often described as exotic woods due to their distinctive marking. The woods they use are Black Oak, Black Walnut, Buckeye, Madrone, Manzanita, Maple, Myrtle, Olive, and Redwood.

I believe they told us there are ten craftsman creating these pieces now.

From Tricycles to very unique chairs, each one absolutely unique and handcrafted entirely of this Burlwood.

"It's a Burl"

I loved this little tricycle, isn't it just adorable. I almost believe you could ride it!

These next two are hand carved.

A gorgeous carousel horse, that just sits on the porch...how inviting it must be to children.

I love the hand carved old man with the sign that says "Oh Wow", because that is exactly what you say when you walk into the door of their shops. "Oh wow, look at that"...."Oh Wow, isn't that gorgeous!"

Photo © by Photographer Linda Hoxie

Rocking horses and Rocking chairs made of burls

Below is an example of a Rocking Chair and a Rocking Horse made entirely out of Burlwood. It is just amazing how they find each perfect piece to make these.

It makes you wonder, do they have something in mind when they sit down to create, or does the wood "speak" to them and invite them on their creative path?

The Bicycle below is made of burlwood

The Bicycle below is made of burlwood, even down to the wheels and spokes. The license plate says "It's a Burl" on it.

If you can talk yourself into leaving the shops, then take a walk around the entire grounds.

They allow you to watch them work, or explore the treehouses, with their cozy little swings below.

Photo © by Photographer Linda Hoxie

They have little carts that are decorated with burlwood, and cute little signs.

A doghouse that is so unique, your dog would be the envy of the neighborhood if he had one like it!

They have scary looking things...

and the "Hunky Dory"

Are you hoping...someday to make it to the "Pearly Gates"?

Well at "It's a Burl" you can travel through the "Burly Gates"

Take a look at the outside of one of the shops, it is also made of wood...unique, I can honestly say I have never seen another building like it!

I hoped you enjoyed your stay, thanks you!

Linda