Lou Jacobs Woodturning
My workshop is located in Mt. Washington, in northwest Baltimore City. I work primarily with domestic hardwoods such as white and red oak, maple, beech, black cherry, ash and black locust. I keep my eyes (and ears) open for neighbors having arborist work done, and will often use material that would otherwise be going to waste. It is very gratifying for me to be able to create something of lasting beauty and utility from a tree that spent decades or more enriching a neighborhood.
Care and Feeding of Handcrafted Woodenware
Most of my bowls are meant to be used and enjoyed at the table. Unless otherwise noted, they are finished with walnut oil and beeswax. After use they can be simply wiped out or sponged with a dishwashing soap and rinsed with water. When the finish dulls, it can be refreshed by wiping with walnut oil. Avoid soaking the bowl in water, or putting it in the dishwasher or microwave. You should be able to enjoy using your bowl for many years to come.
Purchasing a Bowl
I am happy to sell directly from my shop, or you can order an item by contacting me through this website. I ship items by USPS Priority Mail, or by UPS. You will only pay my actual cost for shipping, and only after you agree to the charge. I can accept payment through Venmo, ApplePay, or by personal check. In the event of payment by check. I will ship your item as soon as your check clears.
Recent Work
The following images represent some recent work created on my lathe. If you have any questions or interest in any of these pieces please contact me. This only represents a portion of my current work. While I attempt to keep this website up to date, please note that some items that you see here may no longer be available. I’m happy to make an appointment to have you visit my shop and see what else is available.
More of my work, including some short video clips, can be seen on my Instagram site. Click on the “Follow me on Instagram” link below to go there.Please use the contact form at the bottom of this page to be in touch.
Cherry bowl - 13” x 3 1/2” - $100
Natural-edged Walnut bowl standing on three feet - 8 3/4” long x 7” wide x 3 3/4” tall - $100
Ash Banneton for proofing sourdough bread - 12 3/4” x 4 1/2”. - $100
Ash bowl - 12 1/2” diameter x 4 1/4” tall - $100
Pierced Holly bowl - 7” x 2 3/4” - $150
Natural-edge cherry bowl - 10” x 7 3/4”x 4” tall - $100
Elm hollow form - 6” tall x 4 1/2” wide - $50
Ash hollow form with milk paint - 9” tall x 6” diameter- $100
Spalted beech bowl - 8 1/2” diameter x 3 1/4” tall - $100
Cherry bowl - 9” diameter x 2 3/4” tall - $70
Large Walnut bowl - 14 3/4” x 5 1/2” - $125
Cherry hollow form with decoration - 8” x 5” - $70
Black locust bowl - 11” diameter x 5 1/4” tall - $100
Ash bowl with beaded detail - 12 1/2” x 5” - $100
Elm hollow form - 4 3/4” tall x 5” wide
Cherry hollow form - 9 1/4” x 5 1/2” - $70
Red Oak bowl with beaded rim - 10 1/4” x 3” - $70
Ash platter - 14” x 1/2” - $75
Cherry hollow form - 3 1/2” tall x 6” wide - $50
Shallow Cherry bowl with turquoise inlay - 12” x 2” - $100.
(Handweaving by Erica Jacobs)
Large Maple bowl with beaded rim - 14 1/4” x 6” - $125
Ash bowl - 12 1/2” x 5” - $100
Large Ash hollow form - 13 1/2” x 9” - $125
Black locust bowl with turquoise inlay- 12” x 4 1/2” - $100
Assorted hollow forms (too numerous to list individually) ranging in size from 2 1/2” diameter to 10”. Wood species include Osage orange, cherry, ash and walnut. Prices from $30 - $100.
Walnut platter - 13 1/2” x 1” - $75
Pierced holly bowl - a decorative bowl (don’t try putting soup in this one!), 7 1/4” diameter x 2 1/4” tall. $150.
Ash hollow form - 8 1/2” diameter x 9 1/2” tall. - $100.
(Hand weaving by Erica Jacobs)
Elm hollow form - 8 1/4” tall x 5” wide - $100.
Ash bowl - 12 3/4” x 5 1/2” - $100
Assorted pepper mills - $60 each
Maple Banneton for proofing bread - 10 1/2” x 4” - $100.
Elm bowl - 11” diameter x 5” tall - $100
Figured shallow Walnut bowl (from crotch section of tree) - 12 1/4” diameter x 2 1/4” tall. - $100
Garlic clove crusher/peeler - mixed species (these are white oak) - $18 each
Handweaving by Erica Jacobs
Segmented Vase - Purpleheart, Yopo and Mahogany. 12” tall x 6” wide. $175. (Handweaving by Erica Jacobs)
Maple hollow form - 9” tall x 7” wide - $100
Ash bowl with milk paint finish - 12” x 2 3/4” - $100
Walnut bowl - 11 1/2” x 4 1/2” - $100
Maple hollow form - 7” wide x 6” tall - $70
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