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		<title>Poplar Platter with Texture and Milk Paint</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/poplar-platter-with-texture-and-milk-paint/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:20:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a 7 1/2 inches square Poplar Platter.  The front of the Platter is textured and Milk Paint applied to achieve the desired effect.  Coves were turned on the back of the Platter to further enhance the overall design. Multiple coats of UV Protection Finish protect the wood and embellishments.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a 7 1/2 inches square Poplar Platter.  The front of the Platter is textured and Milk Paint applied to achieve the desired effect.  Coves were turned on the back of the Platter to further enhance the overall design. Multiple coats of UV Protection Finish protect the wood and embellishments.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Textured Walnut Platter</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/textured-walnut-platter/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2020 16:14:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a 12 by 1 3/4 inch Walnut Platter that has concentric texturing on the whole rim, however, still showing the grain of the Walnut.  The bowl was bleached to produce this outstanding contrast.  A process was used to darken the walnut on the front of the platter and the back was left untouched to show the natural color of the Walnut.  Pyrography was used on the back of the platter to further enhance it.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer Finish were applied to protect the wood and embellishments. Whether displayed on a stand or hanging on a wall, definitely a conversation piece.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a 12 by 1 3/4 inch Walnut Platter that has concentric texturing on the whole rim, however, still showing the grain of the Walnut.  The bowl was bleached to produce this outstanding contrast.  A process was used to darken the walnut on the front of the platter and the back was left untouched to show the natural color of the Walnut.  Pyrography was used on the back of the platter to further enhance it.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer Finish were applied to protect the wood and embellishments. Whether displayed on a stand or hanging on a wall, definitely a conversation piece.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Red Elm Vase</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/red-elm-vase/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:15:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This beautiful piece measures 8 inches by 7 inches tall.  Many features are incorporated in this piece to make it one of a kind.  The bottom half circle is hollow and made from one piece of Red Elm Platter that was cut in half and Mahogany Veneer was sandwiched in between.  Two brass rods are used to support the vase on the Mahogany Base.  The top piece mimics the bottom piece.  Pyrography was used to further enhance the overall look.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer Finish was applied to protect this piece.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This beautiful piece measures 8 inches by 7 inches tall.  Many features are incorporated in this piece to make it one of a kind.  The bottom half circle is hollow and made from one piece of Red Elm Platter that was cut in half and Mahogany Veneer was sandwiched in between.  Two brass rods are used to support the vase on the Mahogany Base.  The top piece mimics the bottom piece.  Pyrography was used to further enhance the overall look.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer Finish was applied to protect this piece.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Textured Cherry Platter</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/textured-cherry-platter/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 12:33:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Cherry Platter measures 9 by 14 1/4 inches.  The front is textured and the Bowl area is beaded.  Several processes were applied to achieve the finished look.  Multiple coats of Satin Lacquer Finish were applied to protect the wood.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This Cherry Platter measures 9 by 14 1/4 inches.  The front is textured and the Bowl area is beaded.  Several processes were applied to achieve the finished look.  Multiple coats of Satin Lacquer Finish were applied to protect the wood.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Maple Platter with Pyrography</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/maple-platter-with-pyrography/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2020 13:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This beautifully Spalted Maple Platter measures 13 inches by 2 inches.  The spectacular grain and spalting characteristics make this Platter one of a kind.  The 1 1/2 inch rim has been pyrographed with a cross hatched pattern and black gesso applied to further enhance it. The back side of the platter has a pleasant ogee curve.  This Platter is a conversation piece whether displayed on a stand or on a wall.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer finish have been applied to protect the wood.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This beautifully Spalted Maple Platter measures 13 inches by 2 inches.  The spectacular grain and spalting characteristics make this Platter one of a kind.  The 1 1/2 inch rim has been pyrographed with a cross hatched pattern and black gesso applied to further enhance it. The back side of the platter has a pleasant ogee curve.  This Platter is a conversation piece whether displayed on a stand or on a wall.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer finish have been applied to protect the wood.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Cherry Textured Hollow Vase with Finial</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/cherry-sculptured-hollow-vase-with-finial/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 20:48:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Cherry Hollow Form Vase measures 5 inches by 10 1/2 inches tall.  After the vase was hollowed, the outside wall was textured and Black Gesso applied.  The ridges of the texturing were further enhanced by applying bronze highlights.  The collar of the vase was left natural to show the grain of the wood.  The removable cherry finial is also painted with a bronze metallic finish.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer protect the wood and embellishments.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This Cherry Hollow Form Vase measures 5 inches by 10 1/2 inches tall.  After the vase was hollowed, the outside wall was textured and Black Gesso applied.  The ridges of the texturing were further enhanced by applying bronze highlights.  The collar of the vase was left natural to show the grain of the wood.  The removable cherry finial is also painted with a bronze metallic finish.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer protect the wood and embellishments.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Maple Textured Hollow Vase with Finial</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 20:32:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This Maple Hollow Form Vase measures 5 inches by 9 inches tall.  The wall thickness is approximately 3/8 inch.  After the vase was hollowed and textured, black gesso was applied and the ridges of the texturing was highlighted to give this already beautiful piece another dimension.  The finial is also Maple and is removable.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer protect the finish and embellishing.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This Maple Hollow Form Vase measures 5 inches by 9 inches tall.  The wall thickness is approximately 3/8 inch.  After the vase was hollowed and textured, black gesso was applied and the ridges of the texturing was highlighted to give this already beautiful piece another dimension.  The finial is also Maple and is removable.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer protect the finish and embellishing.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Textured Box Elder Platter</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/textured-box-elder-platter/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 23:01:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a 10 1/2 inches Box Elder Platter.  Both the front and back have been textured and colored with black gesso.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer have been applied to enhance and protect the wood. This Platter can be displayed either on a stand or as a wall hanging.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a 10 1/2 inches Box Elder Platter.  Both the front and back have been textured and colored with black gesso.  Several coats of Satin Lacquer have been applied to enhance and protect the wood. This Platter can be displayed either on a stand or as a wall hanging.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Cherry Platter with Iridescent Paints</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/cherry-platter-with-iridescent-paints/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 22:47:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a 14 1/2 inch Cherry Platter that has been turned and the rim is colored with iridescent paints which are applied using a special process.  The back of the platter has a beautiful ogee design.  The colored rim is further enhanced by framing it with a black border.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a 14 1/2 inch Cherry Platter that has been turned and the rim is colored with iridescent paints which are applied using a special process.  The back of the platter has a beautiful ogee design.  The colored rim is further enhanced by framing it with a black border.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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		<title>Figured Walnut Platter</title>
		<link>https://althewoodturner.com/product/walnut-platter/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alfred Schembri]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2020 20:12:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a 12 inch walnut platter that has been turned, beaded and pyrographed.  The carved areas were bleached to a lighter color to  further enhance the overall design look.  This spectacularly grained  walnut platter will make a statement whether displayed on a stand or wall hanging. Multiple coats of lacquer was applied to give this platter a smooth satin finish.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a 12 inch walnut platter that has been turned, beaded and pyrographed.  The carved areas were bleached to a lighter color to  further enhance the overall design look.  This spectacularly grained  walnut platter will make a statement whether displayed on a stand or wall hanging. Multiple coats of lacquer was applied to give this platter a smooth satin finish.]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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