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Paddle on,
whittle by whittle.

Making time to slow down
through words, photography
and crafting in wood.

For commissions and enquiries,
feel free to drop an email to hello@everydaycanoe.com

All works and images © Everyday Canoe.


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The more we get
猪gather
猪gather, 猪gather,
The more we get
猪gather,
the hammier we’ll be.
Happy Lunar New Year folks!

#everydaywoodbrooch #woodcarving #handmade #wooden #brooch #woodenbrooch #piggy #chinesenewyear
✨ A hope that never fails.

Been quietly passing through the last 2 months, my faith waxing and waning like the ever-changing face of the moon, and realising how fragile are the plans we make in the face of God’s sovereignty. Like a child, I only run to Him in times of desperation, when things need fixing, when I have no other way, when I don’t know what to do anymore. It’s only in tough messy times when you know whose love is unconditional. “ Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 chimes in like a wake-up bell. There are still many things to hope for, and if it’s not too late for a new year spiritual resolution, let my steps tread boldly on the good and narrow path that Jesus has laid out before me.
Tales in Tembusu 🌳
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A little wooden isle with
A nook to rest for
A familiar rhythm to grow within
A home.

Happy new year!

#tembusu #wood #handcarved #singaporevisitorcentre
Tales in Tembusu 🌳
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吃饱了吗?🐟 Fish is a staple in my in-laws home, there is never a meal without a steaming soup filled with broth and gleaming white slices waiting to be fished out. 🥢 Home is where a warm meal greets you after a long day at work, and all is put aside for that 10-15 minutes to just eat with a grateful heart. 😋
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These sets of cherry wood chopsticks made by @themakerc are paired with a chubby-bellied tembusu fish rest, and are available at Singapore Visitor Centre, Somerset. Go fish!

#tembusu #wood #handcarved #madeinsingapore #singaporevisitorcentre
Tales in Tembusu 🌿🕊
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A flock of tea leaves scoops inspired by nature. We’re pretty lucky to be surrounded by so much greenery here in Singapore. I’ve a friend who’s an avid birdwatcher and I’m amazed by how many different types there are waiting to be found on our island are if one looks close enough 👀

Made for A Craftsman’s Journey exhibition and available at Singapore Visitor Centre in Somerset.

#tembusu #wood #handcarved #madeinsingapore #singaporevisitorcentre
“Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
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It’s been a long wonderful year leading up to Christmas, and amidst the stormy days there is still so much to be thankful for. May your days be filled with the hope, peace and joy of Christ who loves us like no other. ❤️ Blessed Christmas!

Everyday Japan - The Sixth Day

May 24, 2014

Onboard our trusty “steed”, the window becomes our source of large-screen au natural entertainment, the rolling fields that pass by unveil themselves as tiny patches of a very large tapestry. The entire land is covered with green and gold.

Today we step into the world of tatami. Or onto it.

Ahem, either way it’s like entering old Japan, where tatami continues to play a significant part in several important traditional ceremonies like Chado and Judo. According to the translator, there’s a whole culture behind tatami. Made from 100% soft rush, or Igusa.

Trimmed off confetti-like igusa.

Along with the traditional motifs and patterns, there are also contemporary versions this company began exploring in recent years catered for the younger market. Stunning! I’d take this over a rug any day.

Everyday we’re learning a bit more about each traditional craft, but I know we’re only skimming the surface of a very vast ocean. A little knowledge, a little appreciation, goes a long long way in how value beyond numbers is attained. There is much to harvest from this land!

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