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Turning Bowl Feet – Design |
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Inlay
When used on the foot of a bowl, care must be taken to ensure
that the inlay doesn't come across as a means of hiding the mounting
method, such as screw holes or an inside dovetail. A ring
that sits proud of the base makes an excellent foot, especially
if it is made from different material or a contrasting wood. Adding
a shape that isn't round can add a distinctive touch as well.
Artistic Techniques
Many other techniques can be used to create a striking effect on the
design as a whole. Turning a deep concave in the base and cutting
out parts of the resulting ring that is formed can give the appearance
of legs.
Another method to achieve the look of legs is to turn the bottom of
the bowl fully round and add turned spikes into holes drilled around
the bottom. It's easier than it seems and can add an artistic
flair to the right bowl. However, remember that if your bowl
rests on more than three of these spikes, it will probably wobble.
For a change, try this design with a different material for the
spikes or create your bowl without a foot at all and use a complementary
material to act as a holder. Choices can include brass, Corian,
acrylic or even painted wood.
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The Signature
As an added element of style, a finely written statement of the
type of wood, the date and your signature or initials may be included
on the base. This shows the pride of an artisan in his or her
work and provides an intangible feeling of collected artwork for its
eventual owner.
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This turned bowl, made from cherry, displays a signature and date on its base.
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Choose a fine felt-tip marker or wood-burning pen and write
or print neatly. Experiment with your finish to determine at which
stage you should write on the foot and whether your finish and pen
are compatible. A pencil will also work well for this task – the
lead won't run and it's generally compatible with all finishes.
Of course, the writing will be lighter. Select what works
best for you.
Michel Theriault |
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