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Walrus Oil Finishing Products
Brian Baisch Brian Baisch

Walrus Oil Finishing Products

As a woodworker I’ve tried almost every finish for my rolling pins, cutting boards, bowls and other creations. Most of them get the job done. Some are expensive and promise certain results, while others are a bit cheaper but feel like they are more promising.

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Turning a Small Figured Maple Bowl
Brian Baisch Brian Baisch

Turning a Small Figured Maple Bowl

Recently I ventured into the world of turning bowls. And by no means am I a master bowl turner...far from it if truth be told! But I'm truly having fun with this process. Last December I took a class offered through the Woodcraft store in Seattle, taught by Captain Jack, who has been turning for 20+ years and you can hear the passion in his voice. The day and a half long class cost me an arm and a leg...but I walked away with a beautiful maple bowl and a maple mallet.

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