I have a piece of green maple about 8 inches cubed and would like to turn a vase out of it. should I hollow the side grain side or the end-grain. I have experienced a lot of tear out with this wood (it must be soft maple) so I was thinking to hollow the end grain but I'm not sure. This is a picture of what I'm shooting for.
Also what do you think the finish is on this vessel?
Thank you very much for your thoughts.
Also what do you think the finish is on this vessel?
Thank you very much for your thoughts.