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I received an email from Mr. John Van Domelen.

He wanted to let everyone know about his line of wood-turned espresso tampers.

John writes,

I am a Houston based wood turner. One of my product lines is hand crafted espresso tampers.

If you think it would be of interest, please consider placing a link on one of your info pages.

I would be happy to place a back to your site on my links page.

Espresso tamper link: http://www.texasturner.com/gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=126

Thank you

Cheers!

Many years ago my grandfather Paul R. Smith introduced me to turning on the lathe. I am at the point in my life that I have the time to rediscover the joy of creating handcrafted wood items.

I use the lathe as the primary tool in the creation of my art and craft. Further work is sometimes done off the lathe. I may carve, burn, texture and dye some pieces in order to further bring forth the beauty in the wood.

I enjoy sharing the process of creation and hope that by sharing it another generation will carry on the art and craft of wood turning.

I love working with wood; how it feels, how it smells. Above all, I derive great joy in taking this gift of nature and adding the human touch to create beauty.

A Note on Wood

I use many rare tropical hardwoods in the creation of my items. When possible I buy small pieces of wood and cutoffs that otherwise might be discarded. I feel this best uses this natural treasure. I also use a substantial amount of what I call reclaimed lumber. New housing developments and tree trimmers have been great sources for this wood that would otherwise clog our landfills. I have a vested interest in forest conservation and work toward a balance in the stewardship of this resource.

– John Paul Van Domelen

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