There are many out there who have
never heard of cedar elm. It’s also
known as Texas Elm and Texas Cedar Elm. It’s called cedar elm
because it is commonly found growing around juniper (also known as cedar). So, you have cedar and elm, therefore cedar
elm! How about that? Sorry.
I couldn’t help myself there.
Anyway it is a remarkably nice looking wood with subtle yet grand
looking grain patterns. This bowl is no
exception. I created an interesting lip
for handling ease midway up the side. You
will find some small imperfections in the wood which I usually choose to leave
to give a more handmade rustic appeal.
The bowl is about 8 ½” in diameter, 2 ¾” high and has a depth of 1 ¾”. The volume measures to 4 cups. The wood was sealed with food grade walnut
oil and then finished with a walnut oil/shellac mixture. This gives the bowl a nice hard long lasting
natural finish. Care instructions
included with purchase. BLCE8 23May19
Interesting shape but again it is a simple but elegant bowl. Yes I can see the lip around the bowls middle will certainly help in carrying, especially if you have trouble in gripping items. Lovely wood is Cedar. Nicely turned Dave, love it.
ReplyDeleteHi Les! I do like this wood. Wish I could get my hands on more of it. Hard stuff to get. Glad you liked the bowl, my friend!
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