Aloha Pens & Thingz
I produce unique handmade Pens and crafts. Follow me as I learn to turn! Some of my turnings are available on my Etsy Store: Alohapensandthingz. Enjoy!
02/12/2023
Supporting our local elementary school at their winter fest craft fair. If local come on down to Brooklyn Park Elementary School and support local craft vendors.
29/11/2023
Today’s spoils for my last day of vacation. Prepping for 2 craft shows this weekend. The two blanks on the end along with the rollerball are from the Diamond Knurl pen components are from the last blank is a tartan inspired blank of my own design.
15/10/2023
A little time in the shop last night. New M3 blank from turned out beautifully.
24/09/2023
Been awhile but time to start making for the the Christmas season of shows.
02/09/2023
I love scratches from my new sister!!!!
10/08/2023
Been a bit since I’ve turned a pen so tonight’s spoils.
20/05/2023
All setup for Ferndale Days. Awesome spot, first space next to the stage.
14/05/2023
Trying to keep myself out of trouble.. some turning over the last few days.
24/04/2023
Almost with this attempt…a few mistakes but getting there.
08/04/2023
Setup for Marley Station Mall Market. Those local, come out and support some great vendors and enjoy the carnival.
25/03/2023
All setup for the NCHS craft and vendor show.
21/02/2023
Finally trying the new press. Some minor adjustments but worked well with the layered leather.
27/01/2023
Blanks drilled, tubes painted…epoxy tomorrow. Maybe turn next week.
22/01/2023
Yesterday’s turnings, both blanks made by one is a Sierra, one is an Aero. Then three blanks I cast..
20/01/2023
Current casting attempt under pressure and next blank to turn standing by on the lathe…
17/01/2023
A little late, but the projects from the end of 2022. Trying to do some casting in 2023.
02/01/2023
Last project of 2022, and first project of 2023. Happy New Year everyone!
19/11/2022
Setup at South River High School with my wife. Power Hawks Robotics Club..so far doing well.
17/11/2022
Another seam ripper for the show, this weekend..
14/11/2022
First one done, gave me some trouble getting the tool marks out but I like the colors. Blank is from
12/11/2022
New toy to play with, and seam ripper number one. Still need to wet sand and polish.
06/11/2022
When the coordinator of your next show asks if you will have any seam rippers….you make sure you have a few extra seam rippers…
29/10/2022
North County High School craft fair with my better half.
25/10/2022
Well after almost 5 years my first return. My daughter left me the pen I made for her graduation with a note to please fix. So after a couple days it is returned to its owner.
24/09/2022
Been a while but a quick new leather project.. starting to get some clean edges…still need some work.