Collection: Spurtle

Hand Made Contemporary Spurtle

This uniquely Scottish tool dates back to the fifteenth century. Records suggest that it originally resembled a long thin wooden spatula, which proved to be ideal for stirring oatmeal /porridge and gruel, soups and stews. Latterly the spurtle has evolved into a long wooden tapered stick, which although effective for stirring is pretty useless at scraping out the pot contents, requiring the use of a spatula or spoon to get the stuff out. More washing up.

Having made and used the stick version for years, I finally designed my own contemporary version of a spurtle, with a nod to the original design. So here is, an ergonomic design incorporating a comfortable rounded handle gradually tapering down to a slim mini-spatula, rounded to get into the corners of the saucepan, and angled at the bottom for ease of use.  It is now my my go-to kitchen tool for lump free porridge making, light and creamy scrambled eggs, batters, and all sauces. 

It is hand made from Cornish cherry with a handy hanging loop, and has been  very popular since I introduced it in my shop. It is level pegging in popularity with my toaster tongs - another must-have kitchen tool that you never knew you needed. 

Approx dimensions: 30 cm long x 3 cm wide x 1 cm thick.

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Care and maintenance: After use, wash and immediately dry. Do not soak. Treat regularly with pure mineral oil or walnut oil. Do not treat with olive or any cooking oil which does not dry hard and will go rancid. Should the grain rise and become rough to the touch, simply apply recommended oil and rub with fine wet and dry sandpaper (400 grit) wipe off access and allow to dry,