[cuerodoc]

Newest project start- now with completed pics

I have a friend that decided he wanted some presents made from trees off the old family place. He brought the wood and asked me to make 4 cake plates. Hard to resist a request like that, 'specially since the wood is now in my yard/shop.
Here's a pic of the blanks--- all mesquite.
Will post more pics as I get'em done.
Dave H

 

[Bill White 2]

Is the wood dry?
I've heard that mesquite it tough on tooling when dried, but it sure makes some beautiful stuff.
Bill

 

[cuerodoc]

Haven't put the meter to it yet. Really doesn't matter-- it's a very stable and forgiving wood. Would only be concerned if I'm going to do a thin turning. And-- yup, sharp tools in order.
Dave H

 

[ghost5]

I've only turned it twice and it was very dry. Like cutting steel but what a good wood to turn and it takes a beautiful finish.

 

[cuerodoc]

Cake platter pics

Ok! Here are 3 of the 4 cake platters. ( one is AWOL -- being looked at-- buyer excited) Took lots of patience, turquoise, and epoxy. All 6-7 inches high, 11.5 inches across, and yep-/ they're kind of hefty-- don't want it to fall over with Grammy's cake on it! All that's left to do is the epoxy coating on the cake side-- took pics now to avoid the glare. Think I have enough pics to show "how" if there's interest.
Dave H

 

[Hwood]

I think they will be happy with them

 

[gus1962]

I think you achieved your goal! Great use of the wood! Beautiful wood wood platters.

 

[WoodMarshall]

Those are really nice pieces.
Would love to see a tutorial

 

[J Thomas]

I'd have been a little scared of that big ole crack letting go.
Beautiful work Dave. The turquoise really added.
..Jon..

 

[Travico]

Those are fine looking!