12-23-2017, 12:41 PM
I like to combine turning and simple carving. Saw a recent project by Mary May where she carved a Chinese proverb on a round wooden disc. I liked the idea of Chinese characters on a turned wooden plate. So, I Googled Chinese characters and found them to be very interesting then planned some projects using some Cherry blocks I had. Result is a group of hand-held thick plates with Chinese characters carved on the tops. They'll be good for holding in the palm of the hand and stroking the carving details with the fingers. These tactile gifts will be nice Christmas mementos for family members.
Here are photos of one of the mementos. The character carved on this one is "Courage." The wood is Cherry. The item is 4 inches diameter x 1-1/2 inches thick. Finished the turning with Minwax Antique Oil finish then buffed to a smooth glossy finish.
Happy holidays.
Tom
Here are photos of one of the mementos. The character carved on this one is "Courage." The wood is Cherry. The item is 4 inches diameter x 1-1/2 inches thick. Finished the turning with Minwax Antique Oil finish then buffed to a smooth glossy finish.
Happy holidays.
Tom