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Tom Hale

"Mean Bead"(s) Pencil Cups

  • Media owner Tom Hale
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Figured Myrtle Wood, Macassar Ebony, Olivewood, Each about 5" tall and 3" wide
Nice grouping Tom! What did you cut the bead with please??

After I get the blank turned into a cylinder and define the overall height, I measure out where the bead should go (upper mean point). Then I define the width and depth (height?) of the bead with a parting tool. Then I shape the bead with a spindle gouge. Then I shape the top and bottom 'to' the bead.
 
I saw, and handled, these in person last night and they are more amazing than the pictures show.
 

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