All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. I like the wood itself to dictate the final forms. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Collection: Winter Maple, 2026
Maple — Large
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Dimensions: 10.5” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.5” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9.5” x 5.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 11.75” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Maple — Small
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Dimensions: 8.5” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5” x 2.25” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5” x 2” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3" tall (larger), 6” x 3” tall (smaller)
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Maple — Spalted
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Dimensions: 6” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 2.75” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Maple — Tapered Vessels
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Exhibit Name: WOODSHOP
Location: Working Loose in Blue Hill, Maine
November 17 — January 16, 2027
Dimensions: 10.5” x 10” x 6” tall
Live edge
Live edge bowls are made from wood harvested in late fall or winter, when the bark naturally bonds to the wood. Underneath the outer & inner bark lies the cambium layer of the tree – a thin, wet, live layer where all the cell division in a tree occurs, and the layer through which water and nutrients are passed between the leaves and roots. During the growing seasons of spring and summer, the cambium layer is full of water which makes a weak attachment to the bark. When the tree drops its leaves in the fall and dries out, this cambium layer hardens and the bark becomes glued to the wood underneath – allowing the bowl to retain its live edge.
About the tree
I salvaged this Ash tree when the power lines were being cleaned and trees were being cut down. This tree was about 70 years old, and I was able to salvage a few 6’ logs; all the smaller pieces were donated to the local firewood bank. Unfortunately, the state of Maine has been heavily infected by the Emerald Ash borer which is devastating our Ash trees – I foresee working with a lot more Ash as these infected trees get taken down. Luckily, this tree was spared. Mature Ash can have very nice figure and is typically relatively dry even while standing, which lessens the drying time required by many other hardwoods. It’s known for its tensile strength and shock absorption.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Center for Maine Craft
Location: West Gardiner, Maine
December 2026 — February 2027
Dimensions: 11 × 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7.5” x 5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” x 5.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 3.75” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Legacy Collection — Maple
Dimensions: 7.5” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7.5” x 3” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” x 5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5.5” × 2.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” × 5.5” × 3.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5.5” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” × 3” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 8.5” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4” x 3” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 11” x 5'“ tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.75” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 8.5” x 7” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7.5” x 6” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 13” x 11” x 9” tall
Live edge
Live edge bowls are made from wood harvested in late fall or winter, when the bark naturally bonds to the wood. Underneath the outer & inner bark lies the cambium layer of the tree – a thin, wet, live layer where all the cell division in a tree occurs, and the layer through which water and nutrients are passed between the leaves and roots. During the growing seasons of spring and summer, the cambium layer is full of water which makes a weak attachment to the bark. When the tree drops its leaves in the fall and dries out, this cambium layer hardens and the bark becomes glued to the wood underneath – allowing the bowl to retain its live edge.
About the tree
I salvaged this Ash tree when the power lines were being cleaned and trees were being cut down. This tree was about 70 years old, and I was able to salvage a few 6’ logs; all the smaller pieces were donated to the local firewood bank. Unfortunately, the state of Maine has been heavily infected by the Emerald Ash borer which is devastating our Ash trees – I foresee working with a lot more Ash as these infected trees get taken down. Luckily, this tree was spared. Mature Ash can have very nice figure and is typically relatively dry even while standing, which lessens the drying time required by many other hardwoods. It’s known for its tensile strength and shock absorption.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 14” x 5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 11” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 11.5” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.75” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.75” x 4” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5.75 × 4” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.5” × 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 2” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3.25” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9.5” x 5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 9” x 6” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 2.25” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Legacy Collection — Spalted Maple
Dimensions: 6'“ x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10.25” x 3” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4” x 3” x 2” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5” x 2” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 2” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5.5” x 2” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 2” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 3” tall
About the tree
This 140 year old Sugar Maple was knocked over in a thunderstorm in Cumberland, Maine. As an arborist, I was called to clean up the tree since it was blocking the home’s driveway. We used the branches for firewood but salvaged the trunk. Hopefully there are some nice surprises ahead with this log but you never know until you get it on the lathe and see what it holds.
Ambrosia maple is a hardwood known for the unique patterns left by the boring of ambrosia beetles when they inhabit the wood and lay their eggs. You can spot ambrosia by the straight black boring lines. They’re most prevalent in Sugar Maples but can affect any Maple variety.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 4.25” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 10” x 5.75” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 8” x 3.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6.5” × 2.75” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 4.75” x 1.5” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 3” tall
About the tree
This tree came down in a storm a few years ago in a neighbor’s yard up the street. It was left decaying outside for about 4 years, so I knocked on the door and the owner was happy it was put to use. There were 3 trunks growing out of one stump! The wood turned out to be beautifully spalted, though a lot was too decayed to be usable.
Spalting is staining that occurs in the wood from the decaying process and the minerals from fungi. Insect trails leave interesting patterns and streaking… if you can catch it before it’s too soft to work, it can produce striking, one of a kind pieces. Spalting can occur in many hardwoods, though Maple seems to be the most common in Maine.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Legacy Collection — Apple, Ash, Walnut & Oak
Dimensions: 4.5” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
This was a very old tree in my nephew’s front yard that needed to be removed because it was bug-infested and no longer healthy enough to produce fruit. Most of the tree was decayed as it was hollow but I was able to salvage some of the trunk.
Apple wood is very dense hardwood with beautiful color contrasts between the heartwood (dark) and sapwood (light). I used branch wood for these (since the trunk was hollowed out) so most of these bowls are on the smaller side, with a few live-edge pieces.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 6” x 2.5”
About the tree
This 100 year old Oak tree was defoliated and killed by brown tailed moth caterpillars. I was enlisted to take it down, and plan to use the rest of the wood for some future woodworking projects (and for firewood this winter). Once the temperatures drop below freezing, I plan to remove the other standing dead Oak trees this winter, so my tractor doesn’t rip up the ground.
Care Instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 5.5” x 3” tall
About the tree
Since I was a kid, I observed a linden tree in a neighbor’s yard that was gigantic – a 7’ wide stump. When I noticed one day that it had disappeared, I stopped to talk to the owner; loggers had taken it down (it’s too soft for bowls anyways) but left a pile of Norway Maple and Locust. Locust trees grow in little groves of 5-6 because they drop their seeds and propagate right around themselves. This wood is extremely dense and durable, and was historically used for fence posts or to make pegs for timber frames since it doesn’t rot. The pieces I found were pretty small logs, but have a uniquely pale to greenish-yellow color.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 2.5” tall
Our only wobble bowl — with a touch of your finger it’ll wobble and spin!
About the tree
Since I was a kid, I observed a linden tree in a neighbor’s yard that was gigantic – a 7’ wide stump. When I noticed one day that it had disappeared, I stopped to talk to the owner; loggers had taken it down (it’s too soft for bowls anyways) but left a pile of Norway Maple and Locust. Locust trees grow in little groves of 5-6 because they drop their seeds and propagate right around themselves. This wood is extremely dense and durable, and was historically used for fence posts or to make pegs for timber frames since it doesn’t rot. The pieces I found were pretty small logs, but have a uniquely pale to greenish-yellow color.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 7” x 2.5” tall
About the tree
Since I was a kid, I observed a linden tree in a neighbor’s yard that was gigantic – a 7’ wide stump. When I noticed one day that it had disappeared, I stopped to talk to the owner; loggers had taken it down (it’s too soft for bowls anyways) but left a pile of Norway Maple and Locust. Locust trees grow in little groves of 5-6 because they drop their seeds and propagate right around themselves. This wood is extremely dense and durable, and was historically used for fence posts or to make pegs for timber frames since it doesn’t rot. The pieces I found were pretty small logs, but have a uniquely pale to greenish-yellow color.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.
Dimensions: 11” x 4.5” tall
About the tree
These bowls originate from an assortment of various Maples from my log pile – all are soft (Red, Silver, and Norway) acquired from various downed trees and backyard finds. Maple’s closed, straight grain make it an exceptionally durable (and very pretty) material for bowls.
Care instructions
All bowls are made from locally sourced Maine wood, often spalted and salvaged. The forms and finishes therefore may have blemishes, cracks, and imperfections. Finishes are food-safe linseed oil and beeswax, and can be maintained with an occasional application of an oil of your choice.