Wood from the Torch Tree. It has a soft texture, can be easily cut, stays dry easily, and the color is compatible with many bright paints. This makes it a common choice for artisans making ...

John of Woodsbound Outdoors showed how to turn a short pine log into a windproof torch. He cut a crosshatch into the end of the wood, used sticks to keep the splits open, cut out a section for a ...