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Plates And Platters

$80

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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    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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    Sarah Larson

    For Bocce Ball Set
    5.0

    Jim is a true craftsman. From my very first interaction with him he was easy to work with and happy to help come up with some ideas and concepts. The finished product surpasses all of my expectations. Thank you so much for helping me give my dad a one of a kind gift. I will highly recommend Jim to anyone I know.

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    Courtney Clark

    For Hand Stamped Bookmarks - Large
    5.0

    The product arrived just as described and on time. Jim was very communicative and helpful. Working with him was a great experience.

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    Raed

    For Raed's two wooden stands
    5.0

    Extremely professional. Work made exactly as I wanted it. Beautiful. No complaints.

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    Jeremy Sprague

    For Harry Potter Style Wand
    5.0

    On initial contact i gave "shopdog turnery" the details on what I was looking for. He was quick to reply, and to the point. Gave a deadline that was met, and a product my wife loves. Well worth every penny and he has my highest recommendations to anyone looking for an excellent craftsman.

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