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'Lyon International' is just a name. An idea born years ago. The evolution of the idea is simple. IMAGINATION, APPLICATION AND ENDEAVOUR. What is provided below is a snapshot of this 'evolution'. Not any 1 thing, Not any 1 label however Wood plays a major part...as does a Charitable Organisation, based in Central Scotland. 'More Than Fibro' (link above) |
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The image on the left here is the smallest snapshot of what lays behind, 'press' to be taken to the website of 'More Than Fibro'. FIBROMYALGIA Sharon Turnbull, the founder, has created a place where support, information and people are readily available to assist those touched by. Lyon International have offered support, unsurprisingly with a crafted donation to raise both awareness and funds for 'More Than Fibro'. THE RAFFLE IS NOW LIVE! |
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The 'Butterfly and Thistle', so aptly named, below is the donated piece
offered to 'More Than Fibro' Simple piece highlighting simple things. Reclaimed Whisky Barrel staves for the wings. Yew branch body. Cherry Wood base. Turned Spruce for the Thistle head. |
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TONY, TONY, TONY! Above and right show the during and completion of a wonderful commission piece. Requested as a gift to celebrate a 60th Birthday. These images will never be able to tell the whole story however the end result is simple. A wooden representation of the Family name and the Hut number where the piece is now fixed in the bar area. Very apt. The beauty of the Yew slab chosen is stunning. The letters, actually in the Guinness font family, are shaped from Silver Birch. |
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You can tell when Spring is arriving....Flowers start appearing! Even in the workshop. Funny too, most of the woods used in the 'flowers' below was destined for landfill, now re-cycled in an appropriate manner. Daffodils and Shamrocks, there are no limits though. BTW, the Shamrock piece was destined to be a Primary Schools' raffle prize.... No longer the case. It is now being displayed for all in the School foyer. HAPPY DAYS ;-) |
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AS OF TODAY, the old favourite is now back and available! Traditional Wooden Clothes Line Stretcher Pole.....That FOLDS in half for easy storage! Classic and very popular. Even more so now when the cost of indoor drying is through the roof. Click on the image below for more details... |
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Between Buttons, above left, Murphys, above right and flowers, below
left... Lyon International is having quite a time! |
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Surely Spring is just around the corner when all of a sudden FLOWERS start to appear! Happens that these two here, Cherry wood (small) and Spruce are sat in a Japanese Red Cedar vase. Very effective and will certainly last longer than any season. (click on image for video) |
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The 'Guinness' piece is a commision of considerable significance. With lights for effect or on the table as is, it is still a statement. Letters hand cut from Maple wood, mounted onto reclaimed Spalted Beech. An eye catching advertisement on several fronts! (click on images for videos) Below right is another batch of recent requested buttons too. Zebrano, Opepe, Laburnum, there is no end to the uses of such beautiful woods. |
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I got a bonefide Pipe for Christmas! Just had to make an ashtray, turned from African Mahogany, just because. (click in the image for TiK ToK video) And below are just the most popular pieces, by far..... Lion Rampants, in all their splendour. Spalted Beech, on the left. Red Cedar strips and Larch. Recent commisions and well received. |
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Below here showing a 'collaboration' with another crafter. Kennedys' Candles asked for display shelving and that is what they got. Simple and very effective. |
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As the 'Lyon International' platform
meanders along..... Wooden BUTTONS now come on board. Literally! Above are a range of Buttons, delivered. Left is Black Palm Wood that are shown as the first 10 buttons on the far left above. |
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In the Christmas advent, happens that the 'weandeers' are very popular and bring that creative spark to others around. 'Tis the season after all. |
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On the matter of all things Seasonal and
Festive. Below are images from a recent incredible 'event', Carlibar Campus of Schools, Barrhead. 'PurpleHeart Wood' King & Queen 'Thistle' Chess pieces with a Traditional 'Yule' log, shaped from a 'Yew' log are just an example of the range on display. |
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ABOVE, Christmas is getting closer, as well as showing 'Purple Heart Wood' and 'African Rose Wood' pieces. | ||||||||||||||||||
BELOW, images of recent Craft Fayre displays, Barrhead Foundry and Kirklandneuk Community Centre | ||||||||||||||||||
The development continues! Above are depictions of simple Chess pieces. Centre is the 'Thistle King', turned from Alder. Left is another King which is turned from the same laminated Red Cedar as his Queen on the right. Below are easily identified surely.....Wine Bottles. Ash Wood left and centre and laminated Red Cedar. Table Centres, gifts or just to simply add a little extra to any space they go. |
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Another day, another creation! Above and to the left here is a very simple 'ping' hammer. Heavy Goods Vehicle Inspector wanted a longer handled hammer for under vehicle reach, 400mm instead of 320mm. Using Ash wood as seen above, using the lathe and getting very detailed with finishing chisels. A good coat of wax, 4oz Standard head and personalised engraving. Works a treat apparantely! |
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Development and continued evolution of the idea that is 'Lyon
International. A snapshot to the right of a recent Fayre and below are images of` ongoing projects. The introduction of the Lathe along with timbers including Ash, Japanese Red Cedar, Olive Wood and Cherry are providing a very exciting time. The image above of the Rampant laid flat is part of a commision to craft yet another Flag piece. Drop by again for further updates. |
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Shown here are examples of pieces created since June 2020 when this really all started. From a stool, to the left here, which has been upcycled using paint a beautiful piece of Larch wood to more crafty cuts such as the centre piece from my very first, and extremely emotional commission and the Viking Chair as above. Bigger projects being the 'Summer House' built from primarily upcycled Japanese Red Cedar pallets, 110, give or take a few, which includes a bar area and log burning stove! An Epoxy Resin 'river' table joining 'waney' edge Oak wood, the 1p pieces are for no particular reason other than, it can be done. Solid wood signage, 'Sitooterie' and writing with Epoxy Resin as 'Alba Gu Brath' are imaginations but very real. Even the number plate is real, S900 BYS, albeit only for the customer who requested it. Imagination, recycling and traditional crafting give you the idea that there are no limits. Thank You for looking and if you want to discuss an idea or like something you see then do get in touch. Best wishes. Carpe Diem |
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Here above is a 'Thistle', looking resplendent cut from Scots Pine,
obviously and mounted onto Larch wood, all reclaimed timber. Standing a little over 12 inches tall with both woods 1 inch thick, makes for quite a piece! The depictions of the 'Lion Rampant', right and above right, are cut from Pine and Larch wood respectively with both mounted on the most incredible 'waney' edge Larch. No favourites! These are mine. Below is signage, handcrafted from recycled Larch wood with Red Cedar legs. A fine example of simple techniques with the sign now sitting outside Hillview Care Home, Dalmuir. Click the image to see more from the fete! |
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Total recycling all around! Names to the right are 3 inch tall cut from reclaimed Red Cedar and the name below is 12 inch tall cut from Larch wood courtesy of Glasgow Wood Recycling. The effect from both is simple and stunning and available to order. |
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