Birdsmith I had to make a false leg for the toucan from a strong brass spring, to take the shock of landing, the first and fourth toes turned backwards for grip. I saw from the way the bird regarded me, beak cocked to one side, that it was grateful. My next project a throat-pouch for a pelican, from fine ostrich leather and a purse-clasp, fixed … Continue reading ‘Birdsmith’ by Judi Sutherland