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Plates And Platters

$80
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Samples of my work in plates and platters. The sizes vary from 12" up to 30". The wood is Big Leaf Maple burl (the natural edged one), Jatoba (the one with the cabochon inset), Bubinga (the one with the sapwood flash at 1:00 o'clock - this one is 30" across) and Hard Maple, the light-colored one. The last is nearly a bowl as it is quite deep for a platter. I often make them as wedding presents and, since they are ideally suited for holding fruit, call them the "be fruitful" bowls.

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JIm Barbour

JIm Barbour

ShopDog Turnery

Elon, NC
Member since: 2013
4.9
157 Maker Reviews

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    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

I have been making from wood for as long as I can remember. I take a great deal of pride in my work and will not accept a commission if I am not entirely sure I can complete it to your satisfaction. ShopDog Turnery is a one-person, one-dog operation making all sorts of custom items, primarily lathe based. This includes bottle-stoppers, wine glasses (with glass or wooden bowls), platters and plates, bowls, boxes, and whatever else springs to mind.

In addition to lathe work I make various flat pieces; tables, specialty boxes, cutting boards and, again, whatever else springs to mind.

I make for the joy of the making, using sustainably harvested and reclaimed or historical woods exclusively.

Molly was the ShopDog, but is no longer with us. She did all the "RUFF" work in the turnery.

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    Matthew Cheung

    For Matthew's Wood Paperweights
    5.0

    Jim made sure to keep me updated at all times about the status of the project. Prior to starting the project he notified me of his upcoming schedule for the coming months to set expectations on timeliness. During the creation project Jim adjusted designs based on feedback while still injecting some of his own artistry and creativity to make a great finished product.

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    Kenneth Barnes

    For End-Grain White Oak Cutting Board With A Walnut Accent (Butcher Style)
    5.0

    I am very happy with finished project. I would use the maker again

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    Kristin Germano

    For Amboyna Burl And Gaboon Ebony Cuff Links
    5.0

    Throughout this entire process Jim worked with me to understand my vision of the finished product needs. There was constant communication and the entire process and product was completed in a timely and professional manner. Jim's work is absolutely stunning and you can tell he puts his whole heart and soul into his work. I'm extremely pleased with the outcome of the project and look forward to working with Jim again!
    I highly recommend him for anyone's project needs!!

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    Starr Rossi

    For Cufflinks Made From Bocote, Olivewood And Maple
    5.0

    Great experience overall!! Very grateful

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    Rosemary Lauter

    For Dark wood personalized
    5.0

    Working with Jim Barbour was a very positive experience. I especially liked Mr. Barbour's prompt communications with me about my custom, personalized cutting board project and I was promptly informed of the status of my project along the way. I highly recommend this craftsman.

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