This form is all about impact – a large piece of beautiful English ash, turned with a wide rim to give the full effect of contrast between the charred, textured edge and smooth interior.
After turning and sanding, I char the outer with a blow torch, working gradually to achieve an even finish. The soot created in this process is then brushed out of the grain and I take the flame back to the surface to ensure a solid finish. Excess soot is then brushed away again before finally coating with layers of finishing oil, sanding with fine sandpaper in between coats to achieve a hugely tactile, textured finish. The piece is then turned for a final time, creating the inside of the bowl and leaving a natural wood finish for contrast.
Handmade in England by Percy.
31cm wide, 6cm high.
Note: This is a decorative item for ornamental display or practical use only (you could keep your keys in it, for example). Not designed to hold liquids or for food use.
This form is all about impact – a large piece of beautiful English ash, turned with a wide rim to give the full effect of contrast between the charred, textured edge and smooth interior.
After turning and sanding, I char the outer with a blow torch, working gradually to achieve an even finish. The soot created in this process is then brushed out of the grain and I take the flame back to the surface to ensure a solid finish. Excess soot is then brushed away again before finally coating with layers of finishing oil, sanding with fine sandpaper in between coats to achieve a hugely tactile, textured finish. The piece is then turned for a final time, creating the inside of the bowl and leaving a natural wood finish for contrast.
Handmade in England by Percy.
31cm wide, 6cm high.
Note: This is a decorative item for ornamental display or practical use only (you could keep your keys in it, for example). Not designed to hold liquids or for food use.
