Goblets

[Bernie Weishapl]

My wife took the goblet I made of walnut and ash to work with here along with about 4 boxes. One lady wanted to know if I could make her 4 of them and if they could be used for wine. Another one wanted either 4 or 6 if they could be used. So my question is when you turn these what finish could or would be used in order to use them as wine or beverage goblets?

I also have to make 5 boxes of the combo woods. She didn't care what woods but like the contrast. My wife asked her what kind of design and she said just surprise me. Thanks.

[Bob Noles]

Be careful Bernie.....

Looks like your hobby is about to turn into a 3rd business :D :D :p

[Keith Burns]

Man Bernie that is cool. Congrats. Sorry I can't help with the finish question. Why does anyone want to drink from art anyway?

[Joe Fisher]

There's always the no-finish finish. Just don't put any finish on it, or use a little oil or wax. The wood will develop its own patina over time, just like a cutting board.

I haven't tried it for red wines, yet, but I will :)

You can also try POR15 clear. I'm going to try this myself when I get around to buying some.

-Joe

[Corey Hallagan]

Awesome Bernie, that is great!! Congrats!

Corey

[Bill Grumbine]

Hi Bernie

I use Bartley's Gel Varnish on goblets. It is a polyurethane, and should do a pretty good job of protecting the wood. Congratulations on the job! You will either love or hate making goblets by the time you are done. Charge a lot, because they will be worth it.

Bill

[Barry Stratton]

All right Bernie!!! Congrats on the orders......or should I say "commissions"? Up to 10 goblets and 5 boxes????? Dude, your tool collection sounds like ti will grow. Lets see, a coring tool, hollowmaster, etc.....

[Bernie Weishapl]

I have thought of a couple of things that I would like to run by you folks on here. I wonder if John Harts epoxy cocktail would work on the inside of the goblet and then coat with Poly Gel varnish as Bill suggested . Also what about Tung oil and then a gel poly on top of that. Let it cure for a few weeks. What do you think????:confused:

[John Hart]

I have thought of a couple of things that I would like to run by you folks on here. I wonder if John Harts epoxy cocktail would work on the inside of the goblet and then coat with Poly Gel varnish as Bill suggested . Also what about Tung oil and then a gel poly on top of that. Let it cure for a few weeks. What do you think????:confused:

I was thinking the same thing...Although, it's not my cocktail. I think that belongs to Curtis Seebeck. But it would probably soak in real nice and seal deep, then the Poly Gel would be sauce for the goose.:) Looks like you're in demand Bernie. Congratulations!