This tiny Olive bowl is sturdy and cute!

Size: 1” tall by 2 7/8” wide

Wood: Olive. This is one of the finest and most difficult woods to turn. It tends to crack, so I take extra measures (and many losses) to minimize wood checking. Finished with food-safe linseed oil and beeswax.

Source: During the winter storms of 2022/2023, many olive trees fell down along farms outside of Woodland, CA. I seized the moment and with my trusty chainsaw, and was able to rescue some of the solid wood. This bowl is proof that something positive can result from an unfortunate event, and that’s one of the reasons I love turning wood.

Use: Great for holding tiny morsels such as salt, spices, or even non-food items like earrings!

Care & Maintenance: Wipe with damp cloth, or rinse quickly with water, then dry immediately. Avoid leaving bowl in water or sitting wet. When bowl feels dry or looses luster, rub with mineral oil (butcher block oil), pure food-grade linseed or tung oil. It’s okay to lightly sand with 600 grit paper if the grain feels fuzzy after many washes. Oil frequently to maintain sheen. The more you use it, the better the patina!