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.