Scoops

So after picking up a lovely scoop from Martin Hazell I made a few of my own. It's a different kettle of fish from carving a spoon; bigger here, shorter there.... Anyway, I'm not in a writing mood so here are some photos.

Birch salt spoons from Jan Harm's class at Spoonfest

Rowan coffee scoops

Update 10/11/14

Some Jan Harm inspired scoops from the side branches of a sapling birch.

Turned Spoons

So having joined the APTGW I decided to actually get on with some turning, what better project to practice on than spoons... The Birch is a little too shaky when it becomes thin but the Sycamore takes a nice finish, all little lessons along the path.

Although the overall effect offends some sensitive souls, I enjoy the process of turning and carving. I also like the contrast of the turned surfaces against the carved.

I have a few different plans in mind for turned treen projects so watch this space...

Update November 2014: A study in Rowan