Question for the turners

[Roy G]

I was wondering if turners still do smaller items like pens and bottle stoppers. Seems like most of the turnings talked about are segmental or vessels. I am curious since I have a fairly large amount of holly that is of a size for smaller projects on the lathe. I was thinking to donate the holly for a raffle prize at the picnic coming up, but don't want to waste anybody's chance on something that is not useful. If holly in the 1 1/2" square size by 6" is not any good, let me know. Also some bigger pieces but not anything big enough for a bowl.

Roy G

 

[Gotcha6]

From my limited experience I can say that size is perfect for pen blanks, bottle stoppers, and even pizza cutters and such. Raffle prizes would be an excellent use for them.

 

[Hmerkle]

Thank you Roy,
Someone will appreciate your donation.

 

[HITCH-]

In addition to the above suggestions it could be used for segmented turning. Holy is almost white so it makes a nice contrast next to a dark or black wood.

 

[Mountain City Bill]

Holly is also good for inlay stringing.

 

[JRedding]

I love holly in segmented turnings and am trying to find a couple good boards now. It’s a lot harder to find without the grey or blue tint than it seems like it should be.

 

[SabertoothBunny]

I want that holly, all of it potentially. Sending a PM as that wood is great for turning and it is probably the lightest/whitest wood for turning available.