Mervyn is a relatively new member to the Birstall Woodturning Club but he has progressed from being a rookie to the dizzy heights of winning the first annual club competition. This has been achieved in only three years.

It became clear from the start that he 'was one to watch', because he took to turning like a duck to water. He is always looking to advance his abilities and comes to the club with ever more complex projects.

But Mervyn will be the first to admit that in the early days he had a good mentor in Keith Ambridge, a much respected turner and club member, who is sadly, no longer with us.

I think you will agree that the work exhibited here, has pleasing lines.

A Love of Wood
square edge bowl

A stunning piece. Both lid and base have been laminated with a fine veneer. Unfortunately this is not visible on this photo.

 tazz otherwise known as a cake stand

Tazza or cake stand. The stem has been laminate then turned to give the contrasting shapes.

This image shows the base of the turning shown next. A lot of work has been done to build up the laminations.
A shapely vase with a fluted lid

Laminated candlestick

 laburnum urn

A lidded urn made in Laburnum. The timber has been placed on the lathe off centre in order to retain the pale cambium

 a modern vase with fluting on the top surface going into a narrow stem

This fluted vase has a modern shape and is predominantly Bur Elm. The base is in two sections which have been glued together after hollowing. The hollow stem is made from Zebrano.

a selection of small turnings

A collection of small items made from off cuts.

 a small box with finial

By gluing small sections of wood together it is possible to create an intricate pattern, as shown in the lid of this box.

 we willie winky candle stick

Made as an entry to a club competion, this item had to be specific measurements.