Peter van Rijssen

[Peter Van Rijssen]

Hi all--
I'm been lurking for a while, thought it might be time to say Hi. All the talent and creativity on here is very inspiring. I've only had my lathe for a couple months, but I'm on it as often as possible. I work days doing home renovation/carpentry. Most of my lumber comes from chasing chainsaws when I hear them start near my worksites. I also have salvaged a fair bit from our firewood pile. I'm attaching some pictures and welcome any input or advise. So far I'm self taught, but hope to find some time for a class this summer.

 

[Monty Ivy]

Howdy and welcome from Texas!

 

[Michael Anderson]

Hi Peter! Welcome to the forum. That light-colored goblet, what type of wood is it? I want to say hard maple, but I think I’m wrong.

 

[Peter Van Rijssen]

Hi Peter! Welcome to the forum. That light-colored goblet, what type of wood is it? I want to say hard maple, but I think I’m wrong.

Hi Michael, The light goblet is Holly.

 

[Michael Anderson]

Hi Michael, The light goblet is Holly.

Ah right! The porcelain-like appearance should have given it way. Very nice, thanks!

 

[Gerald Lawrence]

Welcome to the forum. I would say you have really jumped in for only two months on lathe. Keep it up.

 

[Gene Pitstick]

Marvelous start. Splated wood looks great.