Author Topic: Oak & Elm  (Read 5203 times)

Offline woodndesign

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Re: Oak & Elm
« Reply #15 on: November 25, 2014, 08:10:25 PM »

I do so like the Elm, beautiful rich dark color, almost full burr given the size. It's not unusual to find them with even richer diverse colors, even a shade of green or purples, could be due to the location grown, not seen such a nice piece myself lately, that most don't make it pass hedge sticks, small size growth before they die again sadly.

The Oak such a stunning warm piece, elegant flowing from and soft color.

Can't fault either... as there ear marked as gifts .. no chance ..

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Offline The Bowler Hatted Turner

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Re: Oak & Elm
« Reply #16 on: November 26, 2014, 09:06:21 AM »
Hi Tony & Di.
        I like the Oak one but even though the Elm is a nicely executed piece I don't really like it. Probably because I have never been a fan of roll overs. I always think they look like dog bowls I'm afraid. Marmite indeed! :D :D :D

Offline georg

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Re: Oak & Elm
« Reply #17 on: November 26, 2014, 04:27:35 PM »

  Thank You David...... Large Elms especially with burrs are as you say getting harder to find. The one used for this piece
  was only a baby burr.... This photo is mummy bear I am waiting for someone who wants a rather large bowl its 42 inches
 
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 Thank you John... realise its not to every ones taste ... do like turning them though maybe its the Adrenaline Rush
 They were made for my sister who is a bit older than me and about 60years ago I learned not to argue, that is unless
 i wanted a clip round lughole, nowadays I do as I`m told ;D ;D
 Tony di



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