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'woven' clock and more
I've been experimenting with a technique new to me, often called 'weaving' wood. It involves cutting and recutting wood to achieve this...
cornishglenn
Oct 25, 20221 min read


It's snowman time!
For the first time, I've tried making snowmen. And I really enjoy it. Sometimes with two parts, sometimes three, always a carrot for a...
cornishglenn
Oct 22, 20221 min read


Something different - recaning a chair seat
I was contacted via the Dorking Repair Cafe to ask if I could recane a chair seat. I had a look and agreed, on the understanding that I...
cornishglenn
Oct 21, 20211 min read


A utility turning - for a classic car tyre pump
I belong to a 'mens shed' - a sort of club or workshop where men can gather and support each other while carrying out crafts especially...
cornishglenn
Sep 24, 20212 min read


A new commission
I responded to a request on FB for suggestions of unique gifts for \Mothers day by sending a link to my website. Rachael very kindly...
cornishglenn
Mar 6, 20211 min read


A new bowl finished!
I finished a new bowl today. I thought I'd share a bit of the story behind it. I was walking in Polesden Lacey National Trust house last...
cornishglenn
Feb 28, 20211 min read
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