A Native Flute is a work of art, not just in its music but in its appearance. They are made by true artisans with great love and attention to detail, pouring their own Spirit into the instrument. Each flute carries a part of its creator in it and in the music it produces. They deserve more than to be stored in a closet or drawer, or stuffed in a carrying case somewhere.

I am part Native of the Nez Perce Nation and although that is a small part of my genetic heritage, it is a very large part of my spiritual and personal way of living.  One of my favorite ways to relax and get centered is playing my Native Flutes. I have several, 6 at last count. And to be honest, I never had a good place to put them all. That's why I decided to make these stands.

I put all the effort I imagine a flute maker puts into his work to create a place of honor to display the flute. I make and dress them to compliment the flute, to bring out the art in the instrument and to match their style whenever possible. That's why most of my flute displays are custom made. I have begun to make them for sale here, however, because many people might not know what they want for their flute until they see it.

I make flute stands for a table, shelf or mantle, and flute holders to hang on the wall as well. Most of the displays  seen here are sold, at least until I have more to offer you. But I show them here so you can see the many ways I make them, perhaps to give you ideas for your own custom order.

Please enjoy browsing my gallery here. Remember, the selection of flute displays available for sale will grow so be sure to come back often if you are looking to buy one "off the shelf." But I encourage to consider working with me to make a display just for your flute. It deserves it.

Please enjoy listening to this MP3, an original recording by yours truly. Feel free to download it if you like it.

Apache Moon was my brother and a friend, a wolf who was truly one of a kind. Born to an unscrupulous breeder he was never allowed release into the wild and lived out his incredible 16 years in a sanctuary. During the few years I knew him he taught me a great deal about dignity, peace and what’s really important in life. His passing was deeply felt by the pack into which I was honored to be accepted. This is my tribute to the sorrow of a spirit never destined to run free, and the joy of a life well-lived.

I used 3 Native American flutes, a 16-inch Native drum and a rain stick. The wolves of Wolf Mountain Sanctuary allowed their voices to accent the music. Apache Moon is among them.

I made this display for my wife, who also enjoys the Native American Flute. The wood sat in my shop for a very long time trying to tell me what it wanted to be. It's amazing gnarls and deep grain, so unique even for Manzanita, needed to be something special. When I finally listened the concept came to me immediately. The arms of the display hold the flute out as if offering it to the player, saying, "Here, it's been too long since you've played." I did some shaping of the upper part of the wood, changing it from a jagged break of the wood to the smooth flame-like shape you see. She chose to not have the display dressed for now.

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I'm SOLD!

I made this display for my daughter, who, when she visited me for the first time since I moved to Oregon this past summer, became enraptured by the haunting sound of this particular flute. Here where I live is one of the wintering grounds for the American Bald Eagle. During the summer some remain, having made this their home. When she saw them for the first time, like many others, she was completely inspired. So giving her this flute seemed natural . I used a wood burner to color the eagle into a Bald Eagle, and dressed both the flute and the display with black and white leather and Antelope antler. The wood, though not as spectacularly colored as most Manzanita, is shaped with typical artistry by nature.  This display is a great example of the kind of wall mounted piece I like to make.

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This is one of the first displays I made, for my self. But when a friend saw it she asked me if I would be interested in trading it to her so she could make a gift to her son. I couldn't resist the obsidian native knife she offered and I gave it up. This is one of the few things I have used polyurethane to finish. The wood is another example of the twists and turns of Manzanita that make such good holders for a flute. I dressed it with real wolf fur and leather. This one sits on a table.

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I finally had finally decided to make a stand and offer it for sale as-is. It wasn't a week before it was sold. I hope that's portent to how much you will like the flutes I will soon be offering here. This one is made of a beautiful piece of Manzanita. The colors, grain and shape of the wood make it a stunning example of how a display can enhance the beauty of the instrument. I dressed this one with real wolf fur as well.

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I'm SOLD!