Tools and Techniques
The section is for those people who are interested in woodturning or wood carving or just keen to develop their skills in doing so.
I’m passionate about doing my bit for our environment which, amongst other things, includes making sure I am buying well-designed quality tools that will last a lifetime.
So this little part of my website includes a couple of reviews of some of my favourite tools that I would be very happy to see more people use – instead of buying those budget versions that will one day need replacing or upgrading.
Buying quality will ultimately save you money in the long run – as well as our planet at the same time!
What is ebonised wood?
The black ebonised look I have on some of my bowls is actually a very old traditional technique to darken wood. Ebonizing got its name from its traditional use: turning wood black to appear more...
Kelton Carver’s Jig
I am passionate about buying well-designed quality tools that will last a lifetime. The Carver's Jig by Kelton Industries is a perfect example of such a tool. I bought this carver's jig around five...
The process of making a wooden bowl
Finding the wood... I'm incredibly lucky that I live on an island covered in native trees: with the coastline dotted with Pohutukawa, hidden valleys of Puriri, and Kanuka as far as the eye can see. ...
I will be adding more to this section of my website as time allows.
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