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Markham Village Music Festival
spicemills.ca (part of the Mapleseed Gallery family) is delighted to be part of the 35th annual Markham Village Music Festival (Markham Village, Ontario) on June 15 & 16, 2012
We will be there (Saturday June 16th only) with a great selection of our one-of-a-kind Mapleseed Gallery handcrafted spice mills (pepper mills) and spice bowls, as well as some wonderfully fragrant and flavourful varieties of hand blended peppercorns. Read the rest of this entry »
What do customers think about our handmade artisan spice mills (pepper mills)?
Nothing beats the taste and texture of freshly milled peppercorns, sea-salt or spice. Whether used in the preparation of a fine meal, or as a table grinder for everyday use, our pepper, salt and spice mills are the perfect touch. The ultimate combination of art and function … a hand turned wood grinder spices up any culinary experience and add elegance to your kitchen and dining room.
Great care and craftsmanship go into each of our hand crafted one-of-a-kind wood pepper, salt and spice mills. Each piece is individually turned using only the finest domestic and exotic hardwoods, and hand buffed to a soft sheen using the top quality earth friendly wood finishes. And . . . to top things off, we only use the world’s best “harder than steel” authentic CrushGrind® ceramic mechanisms in our mills.
So with all this in mind, we are especially proud when customers take the time to share some of their thoughts about their Mapleseed Gallery spice mill(s).
Here’s what a few have said:
Customer Testimonials
What do students think about our Woodturning courses & workshops?
Woodturning workshops & courses are a big part of what we do at Mapleseed Gallery. Whether it’s the two day Introduction to Bowl Turning or Pepper Mill Turning programs, the one or two day Turning Designer Pens class or the five evening Wood Turning Projects workshop, instructor Irwin Seidman never gets tired of seeing new woodturners begin to relax, become more comfortable, and have fun in front of the lathe.
With a strong focus on safety and technique, students progress quickly and he always looks forward to the proud smiles that a finished take-home project brings. It is this great sense of satisfaction that makes us proud when students take the time to share some of their thoughts about their Mapleseed Gallery woodturning course experience(s).
Here’s what some of our students have said:
Student Testimonials
New Shipment of Wood Means More Stunning Spice Mills On The Way
A new shipment of wood has just arrived and we are getting ready to begin our next small hamdmade production run.
Pre-order your custom handmade artisan spice mill today
Whether used in the preparation of a fine meal, or as a table grinder for everyday use, our handcrafted wood spice mills (pepper mills) are the ultimate combination of art and function. Capable of grinding peppercorns, sea-salt or almost any dried spice, they are a welcome gift in any home.
Great care and craftsmanship go into each of our hand crafted wood spice mills (pepper mills). Each piece is individually turned using only the finest domestic and exotic hardwoods, hand buffed to a soft sheen using the best quality earth friendly wood finishes, and packaged in a handmade (reusable) canvas bag.
While based on our hallmark “amrud/minaret design”, as always each mill is a one-of-a-kind. We have just received our latest supply of lumber and will be hand-selecting the finest quality pieces for our next run of spice mills. With completion dates anticipated around May 18, 2012 we will be choosing from some of the following timbers:
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Call us at 519-270-5531 to pre-order and reserve your handcrafted Mapleseed Gallery Artisan Spice Mill today.
Learn the Art & Craft of Woodturning
Have lot’s of fun learning the art and craft of woodturning. No experience required for most of our programs. With a relaxed and informal setting, the Mapleseed Gallery Instructional Series is aimed at beginner and intermediate adult woodturners.
• Introduction to Bowl Turning •
• Introduction to Turning Pepper Mills •
• Turning Designer Pens •
• Wood Turning Projects •
One-day, two-day or multi-evening programs are available to introduce you to the exciting world of wood turning. All programs feature a separate lathe for each participant, and a strong emphasis on safety, building comfort & confidence, having fun, and learning/enhancing general woodturning techniques. Various turning skills will be discussed, demonstrated and practiced with each of the hands-on instructional courses culminating in the creation of a unique take-home project.
Individual attention and hands on instruction are essential components of the lessons and class size is limited to 2 participants. Register early as class size is limited. Click on the links below for individual course outlines, schedules, and registrations.
Here’s what some of our students have said:
- “Awesome fun! I though I’d be really nervous, but the small class size and friendly environment made me feel very comfortable“
- “I had a lot of fun creating something functional and expressing the natural beauty of the wood. Your focus on safety gave me the confidence to have fun”
- “I took your course to help me decide whether or not I wanted to invest in a lathe and associated tools. The two days were such fun that I’ve decided to go ahead and do it”
- “The woodturning weekend was one of the best weekends I’ve had in a long time” Read the rest of this entry »
The Perfect Wedding or House Warming Gift
A hand turned wood spice mill adds a little flavour to that very special occasion.
Whether used in the preparation of a fine meal, or as a table grinder for everyday use, our handcrafted wood pepper grinders (spice mills) are the ultimate combination of art and function. A welcome gift in any home, they spice up the culinary experience and add elegance to any kitchen or dining room.
Great care and craftsmanship go into each of our hand crafted wood pepper mills (spice mills). Each piece is individually turned using only the finest domestic and exotic hardwoods, and hand buffed to a soft sheen using the best quality earth friendly wood finishes, and packaged in a handmade (reusable) canvas bag.
To complement this uncompromised quality, we only use authentic CrushGrind® ceramic mechanisms in all of our hand turned mills. CrushGrind® revolutionized the grinding business by introducing a unique ceramic mechanism, designed to grind not only pepper but also dry salt, and most dried spices. The heart of the mechanism is its harder than steel ceramic cone and crown. Well designed, reliable, durable, easy to adjust … we believe that they are simply the best grinding mechanisms available today! Read the rest of this entry »
Made by Hand Show
Mapleseed Gallery will be part of the Made by Hand Show at the International Centre in Mississauga, Saturday April 21st, 2012. Look for us in the spicemills.ca booth.
We will be there with a great selection of our unique Mapleseed Gallery handmade spice mills (pepper mills) and some of our delicious hand blended peppercorn mixes. We will also have some of our one-of-a-kind spice bowls and wine bottle stoppers on hand too.
“Nothing beats the taste and texture of freshly milled peppercorns, spices, or sea-salt. Whether used in the preparation of a fine meal, or as a table grinder for everyday use, our spice mills are the perfect touch. The ultimate combination of art and function . . . a hand turned wood spice mill spices up any culinary experience and adds elegance to your kitchen and dining room.”
About the show:
Made by Hand Show
April 21, 2012 (Saturday )
International Centre (Hall 4), 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON, L4V 1E8
The Made by Hand Show features original handmade work from more than 150 juried artists, artisans and designers from across Canada. Visitors can shop the best in handmade arts and crafts, meet the artists and learn the stories behind their work. The Made by Hand Show will showcase more than 30,000 square feet of a wide range of media and categories including baby/toys, knitting, wood, glass, ceramics, clothing, fashion accessories, art, jewelry, original paintings, photography, pottery and gourmet goodies. With a variety range of prices and styles, there is something for everyone on your list. Don’t forget to pick up something for yourself too.
Click here for more info (and you will be redirected to the Made by Hand Show website)
Town of the Blue Mountains Cottage Country Show
Mapleseed Gallery will be part of the Cottage Country Show at the Town of the Blue Mountains Beaver Valley Community Centre in Thornbury on April 14th & 15th, 2012. Look for us in the spicemills.ca booth.
We will be there with a great selection of our unique Mapleseed Gallery handmade spice mills (pepper mills) and some of our delicious hand blended peppercorn mixes. We will also have some of our one-of-a-kind spice bowls and wine bottle stoppers on hand too.
“Nothing beats the taste and texture of freshly milled peppercorns, spices, or sea-salt. Whether used in the preparation of a fine meal, or as a table grinder for everyday use, our spice mills are the perfect touch. The ultimate combination of art and function . . . a hand turned wood spice mill spices up any culinary experience and adds elegance to your kitchen and dining room.”
About the show:
Town of the Blue Mountains Cottage Country Show
April 14 & 15, 2012 (Saturday & Sunday)
(Sat 9 to 5 | Sun 10 – 4)
Beaver Valley Community Centre in Thornbury (81 Victoria St., Thornbury, ON N0H2P0)
Everything for your getaway home or cottage is here! This show features information, experts and exhibits for vacation homeowners as well as those in the market to buy, build or rent. Exhibits include log, timber frame and cedar homes, cottage rental, designers, cottage & home furnishings (including our spice mill of course), lakefront homebuilders and realtors, lakeshore maintenance, boats and docks, outdoor recreational equipment, products that reduce consumption of water and energy, non-profit environmental organizations, government agencies, financing and other products and services.
Click here for more info (and you will be redirected to the Town of the Blue Mountains Cottage Country Show website)
NEW Pen Turning Workshops in Owen Sound
Have fun learning the art and craft of pen turning!
Selecting from a variety of several different pen styles and wood (or acrylic) blanks, participants will have fun choosing and creating their own designer pen(s) in this beginners’ Pen Turning Workshop.
With a separate lathe for each participant, the emphasis of this project based workshop will be on safety, fun, and the correct way to use woodturning tools and equipment. Various turning techniques will be demonstrated, discussed and practiced with the course culminating in the creation of a unique take-home project (or projects).
Available as a one or two day course, the program includes use of all required tools, equipment, and accessories, plus all the materials needed to create your one-of-a-kind project(s) . . . lunch is included too.
- The one day version of this course includes a brief overview of general woodturning techniques, but focuses primarily on the skills specific to pen turning. Students will have an opportunity to make a practice piece (usually a key chain) prior to completing their take-home designer pen project. No prior woodturning experience is necessary. The cost for the one day course is $150.
- The two day version of this course includes a more in-depth overview of general woodturning techniques, with a strong focus on the skills specific to pen turning. Students will have an opportunity to make a couple of practice piece (usually key chains) prior to completing two designer pen take-home projects. No prior woodturning experience is necessary. The cost for the two day course is $250.
Class size is limited . . . Individual attention and hands on instruction are essential components of the program and class size is limited to 2 participants maximum.
For more information, including a full course outline, dates and online registration, please click here or go to www.mapleseedgallery.ca/penturning. Read the rest of this entry »
We Had Lots of Fun at KW Wood Show
Mapleseed Gallery (along with spicemills.ca) participated in the 24th Annual Kitchener Waterloo Woodworking Show this past weekend (March 16th to 18th). We had lots of fun and want to thank everyone who stopped by our booth to watch a woodturning demo, look at (and/or buy) our products, or just to say hi.
In addition to bringing along a selection of our hand turned artisan pepper mills (spice mills), the show was also a great opportunity to showcase our woodturning smocks, hand blended non-toxic wood cream and of course our “learn to turn” series of woodturning courses and workshops.
Over the three day event, woodturning instructor Irwin Seidman demonstrated various woodturning techniques in the Mapleseed Gallery / SpiceMills booth. Among other things, Irwin demonstrated how to turn old fashioned wooden spinning tops. For some this was something quite new and for others something quite nostalgic, but is all cases, they were a popular give-away with children of all ages.
Overall, the KW Wood Show featured a great variety of demonstrations and exhibitions and included a terrific selection of artisans, suppliers, manufacturers, and more. We saw a lot of shopping bags and equipment boxes leaving the building, so in addition to a great place to browse, it was also a great place to shop.
We look forward to seeing you again next year at the show. In the meantime if you need more info about:
- the KW Wood Show you can find them at www.woodshows.com
- Mapleseed Gallery Woodturning courses and workshops at www.mapleseedgallery.ca/woodturning-courses
- future Mapleseed Gallery / SpiceMills shows and events at www.mapleseedgallery.ca/showsandexhibitions