I have a love of all things natural and earthy and my wood collection is one of my most special possessions. Twice a year (should be more often) I get out my mineral oil and oil my all of my wood. Bowl, spoons, rolling pin, cutting boards.
This is one of my most enjoyable "housekeeping" jobs. I feel the slippery mineral oil on my fingers. As I gently apply it to the surface of the bowls, my hands feel the shape of the wood as if I was making them on a potters wheel.
The wood changes color and I can see the grain. From dry and pale to a deep dark color.
Soon the oil has worked its magic and I wipe them one more time and put them back in their places ready to be used. But not before I just look at them once again.
It is a deeply satisfying almost meditative process and I love it.
3 comments:
You have some beautiful wooden utensils and bowls! I've never oiled wood before, although I do have some wooden spoons that could use some special care. That does sound calming.
oh, i so love this too!!! cheers!
my poor spoons and cutting boards take a beating - this is a great idea to help them stay working well :0)
I bet you have a beautiful kitchen.
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