Stabilized Cottonwood Knife Scale

3/8 x 2.00 x 6

Cottonwood – Lightweight Domestic Hardwood for Turning & Woodworking

Cottonwood (Populus deltoides and related Populus species) is a versatile North American hardwood valued for its light weight, soft texture, and subtle, understated grain. Known for its ease of machining and forgiving nature, Cottonwood is an excellent choice for carving, turning, practice pieces, and projects where workability and low tool resistance are priorities.

This premium Cottonwood wood blank features pale cream to light tan coloration with gentle grain patterns that accept stains, dyes, and finishes exceptionally well. It cuts cleanly with sharp tools, sands quickly, and allows for smooth shaping with minimal effort. Because of its softness, Cottonwood is ideal for detailed carving and shaping where control is essential.

Cottonwood is well suited for bowls, carvings, practice turnings, boxes, prototypes, relief work, decorative projects, and general woodworking applications. While not a high-density wood, its stability and ease of use make it a favorite among beginners, educators, and experienced craftsmen alike.

Add approachable performance and creative flexibility to your shop with hand-selected Cottonwood wood blanks, chosen for clean grain, sound structure, and reliable machining characteristics.

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