New turner from the USoA

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Mark_V

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Hello!

Thank you for the acceptance and I look for ward to learning about the craft.

I have been woodworking for a little over a year and am hooked. I recently purchased a lathe and started turning to some small legacy items for my coworkers.

This is my first batch made from an old flag staff.
 

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Welcome to IAP from Ohio! Have FUN! I really like the quartet you posted; nice profiles. Just a random suggestion: The timber looks like an Oak/similar (open pores) - so consider wiping down a few with any wood stain. Wipe it off and the pores will be accentuated, finish as preferred. I did this and they each (same blanks) had a unique visual.
 
Welcome to the forum, Mark.
Check out the Library, if you have not found it yet. you can find it under 'Resources'

Good job with the pens!
 
mark james said:
Welcome to IAP from Ohio! Have FUN! I really like the quartet you posted; nice profiles. Just a random suggestion: The timber looks like an Oak/similar (open pores) - so consider wiping down a few with any wood stain. Wipe it off and the pores will be accentuated, finish as preferred. I did this and they each (same blanks) had a unique visual.
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Thank you for the suggestion! I will give it a try
 
Where are you located? There may be a local woodturning/pen making group near you, can be a great source of information, mentoring, and support.
 
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