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Tag Archives: mushroom
Buzz Off!
I hate wasps, and I know I’m not alone.They are attracted to the wood at this time of year, because they use it to build their nests. I’ve been inundated with the little blighters though. So much so I had … Continue reading
Posted in Woodturning
Tagged chuck, laburnum, Lathe, mushroom, Thistle Finial, tooth fairy bell, turned box, Turned Mushroom, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, Wooden Mushroom, Woodturning
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Rustic and natural
When I got my lathe, it came with a large elm burr. I have been avoiding turning it in case I didn’t do it justice, but have been desperate to turn something big at the same time. Yesterday I mounted … Continue reading
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Tagged Banksia Nut, bowl, Burr Elm, chuck, Lathe, mushroom, Seasoned Timber, shellac, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, wooden bowl, Woodturning
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Full speed ahead
I got chatting to a professional turner at the Scottish Woodworking and Power Tool Show on Friday. During some general banter this chap started imparting some pearls of wisdom, which I naturally hoovered up and stored away for later. Interestingly, … Continue reading
Posted in Chuck, Idiot Inside, Turning, Woodchuck Chuck, Woodturning
Tagged cherry, chuck, goblet, Lathe, mushroom, red ash, thin stem, turned box, Turning, Turning Tools, Wood, Wood Lathe, wooden bowl, Woodturning, yew
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