The Suffolk Whimmy Diddle

Whimmy Diddle,   A traditional folk toy found in Britain and America. I first saw one in a museum fifty years ago. In the past they would have been whittled from twigs but I now make them form Suffolk Ash. Hold the handle very firmly and rub the stick along the arm with notches, after a bit of practise and luck the propeller will spin quickly. Advanced Whimmy Diddlers are able to make the propeller reverse… This is NOTa toy due to the small parts ! Come and have a go with one at my Suffolk Open Studio 15th – 16th June or watch the video clip on my Instagram account !

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