About Me
MY WOOD TURNING STORY
"The wood always dictates the final form"
Welcome to The Bute Woodspoiler web site!
Living on the stunning Isle of Bute, I create unique, hand-turned gifts that capture the essence of our beautiful island surroundings.
Each piece is crafted with care, showcasing the natural beauty of wood in a way that’s both functional and artistic. Whether you’re looking for a special gift or a little something to brighten up your own space, my creations are designed to bring a touch of island charm into your life. So come on in, explore my collection, and find that perfect piece that tells a story!
I started wood turning in the 1960's, whilst at school on the Isle of Wight. My father and uncle were creative craftsmen, with a large workshop making pottery and turned items for sale in their gift shop.
Pottery, ceramics and hand crafted wooden items were constantly produced in the winter months for sale to the masses of holiday makers who descended each summer on the town of Ventnor, in the south of the Isle of Wight.
Now residing on the beautiful Isle of Bute, off the West Coast of Scotland, I have returned to wood turning (or "wood spoiling" ) as it was described by my woodwork master at Sandown Grammar School. His constant rhetoric of "measure twice, cut once" has remained my mantra for over half a century.
The inspiration of seeing the finished item, emerging from a blank piece of wood constantly encourages me to improve and strive for a greater standard of workmanship.
Pottery, ceramics and hand crafted wooden items were constantly produced in the winter months for sale to the masses of holiday makers who descended each summer on the town of Ventnor, in the south of the Isle of Wight.
Now residing on the beautiful Isle of Bute, off the West Coast of Scotland, I have returned to wood turning (or "wood spoiling" ) as it was described by my woodwork master at Sandown Grammar School. His constant rhetoric of "measure twice, cut once" has remained my mantra for over half a century.
The inspiration of seeing the finished item, emerging from a blank piece of wood constantly encourages me to improve and strive for a greater standard of workmanship.
I'm presently the vice-chair of the Isle of Bute Artists' Collective and would encourage you to visit the Isle of Bute in July to go around the annual Open Studio Trail. Click this link to see the details of the 2026 event.
Please browse through my shop and if you are encouraged to make a purchase, your custom will be much appreciated.
Please browse through my shop and if you are encouraged to make a purchase, your custom will be much appreciated.
Tim Saul
The Bute Wood Spoiler
