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Category Behind the lathe Date 14/08/26 Read time 1 minutes
A busy time this week after the Glendaruel Hall Summer Producers Market.

Bute Agricultural Society Annual Show 2026

Category Events & markets Date 14/08/26 Read time 1 minutes
A busy day at the BAS Annual Show 2026
Person cleaning and oiling wooden kitchenware on a worktop

How to Care for Your Wooden Kitchenware

Category Care & maintenance Date 10/08/26 Read time 1 minutes
Explore a variety of simple yet effective methods to not only maintain the stunning beauty of your bowls, cutting boards, and kitchen utensils but also to uphold the highest standards of food safety. By incorporating these easy practices into your routine, you can ensure that your cherished kitchen items remain in pristine condition, allowing them to shine brilliantly for many years ahead. With just a little bit of care and attention, you can preserve their elegance and functionality, making your culinary experience both enjoyable and safe.
Artisan woodturning workshop on the Isle of Bute

A Day in the Workshop on the Isle of Bute

Category Behind the lathe Date 13/07/26 Read time 1 minutes
Come behind the scenes in my Rothesay workshop and see what a typical making day looks like.
Hands applying oil finish to a wooden bowl

How I Finish and Oil Each Piece

Category Making process Date 13/07/26 Read time 1 minutes
An insight into the natural oils and finishes I use to protect the wood while keeping its character and feel.
Woodturner shaping a bowl on the lathe in a workshop

From Log to Bowl: My Woodturning Process

Category Making process Date 13/07/26 Read time 1 minutes
A step-by-step look at how I turn a rough log into a finished wooden bowl, from choosing the blank to final sanding.
Selection of Scottish hardwood boards and blanks ready for turning

Why I Love Working with Scottish Hardwoods

Category Wood & materials Date 13/07/26 Read time 1 minutes
Discover what makes local Scottish hardwoods so special, from oak and elm to sycamore and ash.
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