Mesquite is the only wood I work with now because of its stability and strength.It has a richly figured grain pattern that varies throughout the tree.The tight fibers allow the wood to be polished to a beautiful sheen.It seems only natural to be working with such a versatile and storied tree in the heart of the brush country of South Texas.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Mesquite/ Turquoise Bowl #486
A good example of burl grain pattern. On the right side of the bowl I left some ingrown bark and stabilized it with CA glue. I then did a thin outline with turquoise, and put larger stone in the center.
A good example of burl grain pattern. On the right side of the bowl I left some ingrown bark and stabilized it with CA glue. I then did a thin outline with turquoise, and put larger stone in the center.
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