If you’ve ever seen the words “turn a tenon” in the instructions of a pen kit you are about to turn and thought “Oh no!”, William Wood-Write is here to help! Today we are going to be walking our loyal customers through the turning and assembly of The Budget Round […]
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Father’s Day 2023 is just around the corner and, if you’re anything like us, you struggle to find the perfect gift for the father figure in your life. Look no further! William Wood-Write is here to share our top 5 favourite Pen, Pencil and Project Kits that are guaranteed to […]
Whether you are just starting to explore the world of penturning or are a seasoned maker, we’re pretty confident that you have a 3/8″ drill bit laying around your shop. Our loyal customers know that many of William Wood-Write’s most popular pen kits use a 3/8″ drill bit, like the […]
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 […]
William Wood-Write is here to wish our customers a very Happy Holidays, however you celebrate! We know it can be tough to find the perfect gift for everyone you care about, so we’re here to share our official William Wood-Write 2022 Christmas Gift Catalog. Whether you’re on a tight budget […]
In light of the release of the Slim Max Click Pen 2.0 in a brand new stunning red plating, we’d like to go over the steps involved in correctly installing the Slim Max pen’s 3-piece click mechanism. If you’ve ever turned a Slim Max 2.0 click pen, you’re familiar with […]
Squaring up your pen blank can seem like one of the quicker, less important steps when it comes to turning a handcrafted pen. However, correctly squaring up the ends of your pen blank is one of the most important steps in ensuring your final pen works flawlessly. In this article, […]
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! […]
If you’re finding yourself a little confused about which of our kits you can make with the drill bits you already have, look no further! William Wood-Write is here with a comprehensive list of every single pen, pencil, and project kit that you can turn with the 8mm Drill Bit […]