Before you get the wrong idea, let me tell you that I have four sisters, a mother, three nieces, about 15 aunts, a gazillion cousins, numerous friends and colleagues at work, and most of all one special lady. One of the problems we woodturning addicts have is that those friends and relatives may feel ignored after we spend most of our waking hours in the shop. This is especially true for that lady. Obviously, spending less time in the shop isn t the answer. A better solution is to occasionally make something on the lathe as a gift for those loved ones.
Earrings are the perfect gift for that woman who is feeling neglected.
Occasionally, when my special lady s tolerance threshold is reached, and I need to do something about it, it s time to turn out something special. I had read with interest several articles on making earrings in the AAW Journal. If you take a look at the local craft gallery or jewelry shop, you will note that anything that can hang off a bent wire can be an earring. When you look at the market, you see that all shapes, sizes, and materials are suitable. The natural shapes are the most difficult.