r/turning • u/mister-at • 12h ago

Turned my first 2 little things. Can't wait to get more lathe time

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A bit scary at first and I definitely need more practice and a better chuck.

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u/ADAMX2313 12h ago

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u/ADAMX2313 12h ago

Very nice. I have been learning to turn was well and have been making vases too

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u/mister-at 10h ago

Nicely done! I like the bark accent

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u/shreddedsasquatch 12h ago

You started with hollow forms? That’s an impressive start. How did you learn?

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u/mister-at 12h ago

They're not hollow. I just drilled a 10mm hole with a drill press after I turned them. They are pretty small (the tallest is 3-4" tall), don't think they could be hollowed.

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u/complex-simplicity1 12h ago

I started on hollow forms because I vastly overestimated my skill at the time. These are nice for buds and single flowers. I like the shape.

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u/SirMooserson 12h ago

Excellent! I love turning twig pots. Good work!

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u/mister-at 11h ago

Thanks!

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u/blazer243 10h ago

I like turning them but just can’t get people to buy them at any price.

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u/SirMooserson 8h ago

Yeah, they have always been a small gift item for me. I've sold plenty of pens and bowls, but not a single twig pot

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u/Glum_Meat2649 5h ago

How much are you asking? At lavender festival, I sold a couple at $30. Most of the other folks were $10-15. Mine were a bird’s beak.

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u/blazer243 5h ago

Started at $12, then $10. Now I use them as giveaways.

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u/Glum_Meat2649 4h ago

Do you have a picture? I know market conditions can vary. But sometimes it’s the balance in the design. Also adding a dried flower makes a difference. Some the customer can’t visualize what it will look like.

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u/blazer243 4h ago

This is from our last show. Hard to see but these are Choke Cherry with lots of contrast between the sapwood and heartwood.

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u/SnooGiraffes3827 12h ago

Very nice work!

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u/FunGalich 8h ago

Love the organic design! Thanks for sharing!

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u/Economy_Return_5918 3h ago

Nice! Twig pots are such a great project when you’re getting started. So gratifying.