More wood!
Last weekend I visited a local orchard where Apple and Cherry wood was being offered for sale, for smoking food! Now I’m a fan of a good smoked ham as much as anyone, but I also saw the potential to…
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Redgum Blanks!
I’m fortunate enough to have a Dad with a farm, and a generous supply of redgum. Last night he cut up a few blanks for me, so it looks like I’ll have a bit to keep me busy for a…
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Oregon Goblet – My Second Turning!
For my second project I took another small piece of Oregon and just started hollowing. The form came as I worked, I certainly didnt start out to make a goblet. Anyway, it’s a little short and looks like an oversized…
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Oregon Box – My First Project
Once I had my lathe setup I quickly jumped in the deep end with a piece of oregon. This short length of wood was probably an old oregon table leg or similar. I turned it down, not quite removing all…
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