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Phixius

Phixius

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Georgia, USA
Hi all I'm new to the craft but hooked beyound measure. I am needing a economical source for pen blanks first. Second pen kits all kinds. I'm a perfectionist and looking forward to learning from the experience and expertise found here. Any and all help appreciated. PSALMS 46:1
 
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1080Wayne

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Brownfield, Alberta, Canada.
Assuming you have the means to reduce a block of wood to approximate pen blank size , the cheapest source is your firewood pile , followed by your neighbors , although that should cost you a pen or two . Blown down trees - preferably dead ones . Tree removal services . Watch what others put out in the garbage . Old pallets - some may have been chemically treated . Blocking that falls off of trucks onto the highway . Sawmill nearby ?
 
Woodchipper

Woodchipper

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Cleveland, TN
Lots of sources listed. Just remember to let the wood dry before turning it. Woodcraft and Penn State will have sales listed on their website. My wife got a notice on her Android a while back on blank sales. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Penmaking!
 
MRDucks2

MRDucks2

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Jul 17, 2017
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Bristow, IN
If you are more limited in your ability to cut blanks, some of the cutting boards from IKEA can provide a lot of color variety of easy turning wood of a reasonable thickness. In addition, WoodTurningz.com has many wood blanks in the $1 each price range.


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sbwertz

sbwertz

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May 11, 2010
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Phoenix, AZ
Befriend a tree trimmer! Some of my most beautiful wood was gifted by a local arborist with a love for beautiful woods.
 
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