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Mother's Day Fresh Flower Vase

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Flower Vase turned from Aspen log acquired in June Lake, CA

Flower Vase turned from Aspen log acquired in June Lake, CA

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This was a fun project for hollow turning. Although a fairly large turning (7"W x 9"H) the hollowing is relatively easy due to the large opening being created. I originally drilled out the log with the largest forstner bit I had and then opened it up from there.

I recessed the lip from the top of the vase to hide the stainless steel liner from view when an arrangement is emplaced. The liner is removable so that I can easily clean out any residue that is left by the flowers in water.

The liner is available from Craft Supply USA & Smooth Turning websites. I used the Termite and a regular Eliminator for the hollowing process. The outside was turned with standard skews and gouges and a wipe on oil finish.

Design or Plan used: My own design - Fresh Flower Vase Project Kit

posted in: Reader's Gallery, turning, end grain, Aspen, Flower Vase, Hollowing

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