If you’ve been selling your custom pens and other lathe projects at craft markets then you know that sometimes it’s hit or miss; what flies off the shelves at one event sits untouched at another. So how are you supposed to know what inventory to make, and who is going […]
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Something we often hear customers say is that they’re overwhelmed by the choice of materials available for turning custom handmade pens on their lathe. Pen kits come in many platings and styles, and there are infinite blanks available. With all these options, how can you possibly decide what looks good […]
When it comes to finishing pen and project kits, there are seemingly endless options of finishes to choose from, ranging from natural, food-safe waxes to specifically formulated chemical finishes. Whether you are working with acrylic, wood, or anything in between, it can be difficult to figure out which finish is […]
The word “Burl” has been floating around within the penturning community quite a bit lately, and we, here at William Wood-Write, are here to tell you why! Whether you know what burl is, but don’t know how to begin turning it, or you’ve never even heard of burl, worry not! […]
In the last 15 years, fountain pen turning kits have been regaining popularity as a very personal, elegant writing tool used for signatures, calligraphy, or special letters and notes. But, before turning your first fountain pen, there are a few things you need to know. 1) Basic Mechanics of a […]
Looking for your Cyanoacrylate glue to go the extra mile? We get it. CA glues are absolutely necessary when it comes to pen turning, but they aren’t always cheap. That’s why we’ve got the best tips to make those bottles of precious glue last as long as they can without […]
You can buy confidently knowing the wood turner on your list won’t already have what you’ve wrapped up under the tree- with these 10 brand new products to Penblanks.ca