Bird Jars

The strange situation of ‘lockdown’ reduced our focus to the very local. For us at Drey Workshop in rural Argyll this meant a increased awareness wildlife and in particular the birds. The cluster of trees outside our windows became a light dappled world that captivated us. We convinced ourselves we could actually see the trees grow! We hung a bird feeder from a low branch and it became so popular we began to worry we were upsetting the natural equilibrium of the natural woodland. We decided to withdraw our peanuts and then instantly felt guilty. Interacting with nature was obviously a complex business!

Lacking our normal contact with family and friends we started to discuss, for what seems now ridiculously long periods, the social behaviours of the birds. Our running commentary didn’t stop at analysing their distinctive characters but also their changing plumage.

Thank goodness ‘lockdown’ has ended but our new found respect for our bird companions has inspired our latest batch of jars. Our designs are not species specific but a distillation of personalities, colours and patterns. We hope you like them!