OK, I hate to part with these little guys but I originally WAS making them for people to give as holiday gifts, so… yeah.
Darol’s handmade wooden string mutes: $40… each is unique
https://darolanger.com/index.php?page=cds&category=01–non-recording_items&display=658
I have been using all this Shelter-In-Place time for more than just teaching and practicing:
I’ve been developing Artisanal (but not edible) Violin Mutes, by re-purposing hardwood clothespins.
The pins are dismantled, reshaped, refinished, and decorated in various one-of-a kind designs, by hand.
Each is an individual work of art and craft, similar to any hand-made musical instrument.
Each mute features either a traditional Strad-type scroll design, or Darol’s polychrome original art, or something in between.
Or both.
Please specify your preference.
Mutes are $40 each for Artistworks Fiddlers.
A good gift that will last a lifetime.