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Category Archives: oak
Holiday Time
I’ve been a bit erratic with my postings, being deeply into the holiday spirit, and holiday beer. I have had quite a few days of doing absolutely nothing, and a few days of turning. Also been busy with family matters, … Continue reading
Posted in art, Chuck, eccentric turning, friction polish, Hollow Form, Hurricane Bawbag, Idiot Inside, oak, Paste Wax, Silver Birch, sycamore, Turning, Woodchuck Chuck, Woodturning, yew
Tagged eccentric turning, Hollow Form, Hurricane Bawbag, Lathe, oak, paste wax, Seasoned Timber, shellac, silver birch, Sycamore, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, Woodturning, yew
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Expect the unexpected
Well yesterday was a bit of a strange one. Got up, showered, dressed and out the door to work. When I arrived, everyone in the office asked, “what are you doing here?” It seems I booked 3 days off rather … Continue reading
Posted in Beech, Chuck, eccentric turning, Idiot Inside, oak, Turning, Woodchuck Chuck, Woodturning, yew
Tagged beech, chuck, eccentric turning, goblet, Lathe, oak, Sycamore, turned box, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, wooden bowl, Woodturning, yew
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A distinct lack of Easter eggs
Although egg shaped things are on my to-do list, I decided it would be too obvious turning eggs at Easter. The ickle lidded pot I turned over the weekend changed shape due to a design opportunity. (aka mistake) The shape … Continue reading
Posted in Beech, Chuck, friction polish, Idiot Inside, moonshine, mystery timber, oak, tea-light, Turning, Woodchuck Chuck, Woodturning
Tagged beech, bowl, chuck, Lathe, Mystery Timber, oak, Sycamore, turned box, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, Woodturning
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Monday Funday
Last day of my long weekend, and back to work tomorrow. I have really enjoyed myself today, tidying the garage mainly and organising things a bit better. I only made one thing today, a travel mug to replace the original … Continue reading
Posted in Chuck, friction polish, Idiot Inside, moonshine, oak, Turning, Woodchuck Chuck, Woodturning
Tagged chuck, Hurricane Bawbag, Lathe, oak, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, Woodturning
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