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This is one of those weed trees that send off about 1000 seedlings every year (Chinese elm, Siberian elm?). I trimmed some large branches last fall and roughed this platter / shallow bowl. Just got it finished and thought the wood was pretty.
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About 6-1/2" x 7/8" Just Watco DO so far.
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I like the grain in that as well, Doug........that will be a looker when you get it finished!
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I agree, Doug. I think its pretty too. Let's hope that tree gives you plenty more branches to make more pretty bowls with.
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The whole thing will be coming down eventually. It's in the corner of a parking lot and ruining my asphalt. I'll probably give some of the wood away rather than try to turn the whole tree myself.Originally Posted by George Conklin
I agree, Doug. I think its pretty too. Let's hope that tree gives you plenty more branches to make more pretty bowls with
"Never try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes your time and annoys the pig." Robert Heinlein
"[H]e had at home a lathe, and amused himself by turning napkin rings, with which he filled up his house, with the jealousy of an artist and the egotism of a bourgeois." Gustave Flaubert, Madame Bovary
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good stuff Doug, thanks for sharing
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That looks great Doug.
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The elm can have some pretty wood with the dark heart and light sap wood. The grain is pretty big, but enough sanding and multiple coats of oil worked to give a nice finish. I would consider wet sanding with oil to fill the pores except for the light/dark and the fine dust changes the color. I picked up a bed full and mostly green turned the bowls, but did finish a few. Enjoy the wood.
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Stunning--just stunning.
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the wood is wonderful. pretty platter
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let me know when its coming down. give me a reason to go down to the springs.
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Beautiful wood! Nice form,well done!
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I agree with Allen Thunem. Let me know when it comes down, I go to the Springs all the time. I'm also in Littleton.
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You're on. I'll plan a tree day.
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looking forward to it
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