I'm coming back to pen turning after 20 years. The big difference is that now i have kids of my own. My twin boys are eleven years-old, and they each have turned only two pens. They're still beginners. But they are getting "orders" for pens from relatives and friends for birthday gifts, etc. They have spun maple and cherry before. But I'd like them to be able to use something a little more unique.
Do y'all have any recommendations for a unique or unusual wood that is still easy for beginners to use?
They did try spalted maple, but both of them shattered the blanks on the lathe. I also considered some burls, but most seem too hard/dense for beginners.
Thanks.
Do y'all have any recommendations for a unique or unusual wood that is still easy for beginners to use?
They did try spalted maple, but both of them shattered the blanks on the lathe. I also considered some burls, but most seem too hard/dense for beginners.
Thanks.