The Workshop
Where sawdust meets artistry and every piece begins its journey
A Legacy in Wood
Wobble Bowls began in a small garage workshop, where Pop Pop first discovered the magic of the lathe. What started as a retirement hobby quickly blossomed into a passion—and eventually, a way to share handcrafted beauty with others.
The name “Wobble Bowls” came from those early days of learning, when not every bowl came off the lathe perfectly round. Pop Pop embraced these imperfections, recognizing that each wobble told a story of growth, patience, and the human touch that no machine could replicate.
Today, the bowls rarely wobble—but the name stuck as a reminder that perfection isn't the goal. Character is. Every piece that leaves the workshop carries the marks of its maker and the natural beauty of the wood itself.
Our Journey
The First Turn
Pop Pop receives a small benchtop lathe as a retirement gift. The first bowl—a simple maple piece—takes three attempts to complete.
Finding the Rhythm
After hundreds of hours of practice, the technique becomes second nature. Friends and family start requesting custom pieces.
The Workshop Expands
A dedicated workshop space is built, complete with a professional lathe, proper dust collection, and room for wood storage and drying.
Sourcing Stories
Pop Pop begins partnering with local arborists and sawmills to rescue wood from fallen trees, giving new life to pieces that would otherwise become firewood.
Wobble Bowls is Born
Grandson Caleb helps launch wobblebowls.com, bringing Pop Pop's creations to a wider audience while keeping the craft personal and authentic.
Continuing the Tradition
Each bowl continues to be turned by hand, one at a time, with the same care and attention that started this journey.
From Tree to Table
Sourcing
Each piece of wood is carefully selected for its grain, character, and story. We work with local sources to rescue wood destined for waste.
Drying
Fresh wood must dry slowly—sometimes for months or even years—to prevent cracking. Patience is essential at this stage.
Turning
On the lathe, the bowl takes shape. This is where skill meets intuition, following the wood's grain to reveal its hidden beauty.
Finishing
Multiple coats of food-safe oil are hand-applied and buffed, protecting the wood and bringing out its natural warmth.
See the Results
Every bowl in our collection represents hours of careful work and years of accumulated skill. Explore what comes out of our workshop.
Browse Our Collection