Pen stand trial

[Snazzypens]

HI
This is not a pen but I had this idea. I am planning on making a banksia pen to go with the banksia pod. The clock is set in a banksia pod the only thing I will do next time is the base I will use a slab of wood rather than a scrap but I want to have a look and see whether I like it or not. I am very happy with a first time. Yep there lots of room for improvement but I wanted to try it. Love to hear your thoughts
Toni

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Toni,
the clock mount on the banksia is very well suited IMO. Can't wait to see your 'complete' set.

-Peter-[]

 

[TBone]

Toni,

I like it. Can't wait to see the next version.

 

[emackrell]

Toni, looks very cool. Looking forward to seeing the next version. BTW, what exactly is a banksia pod? Is it a fruit or nut that grows on the tree or is it more like a burl?

cheers Eileen [8D]

 

[Snazzypens]

banksia pod is like the flower of the banksia tree.
Toni

 

[johncrane]

g'Day Toni you just gotta love Banksia dont ya.lve made a few bullet/banksia pens. There is also another Member here that has some very nice banksia turnings. l hope to see your finished project soon.

 

[broitblat]

This looks pretty cool! The only thing I'd add is that I think it is a little crowded for my taste. I'd like to see a bit more space between the clock and the pen funnel.

 

[TomJ]

I've seen one pen made from that pod. They filled the gaps. Make sure you us a large pen kit.