About

James Harding aka “One Eyed Woodworker”

Born in Wales and raised in Scotland – woodworking is not a craft I have pursued from an early age.

In fact I self-diagnosed as ‘cack-handed’ until I was in my 20s – when I had the epiphany that the reason I could not make beautiful items from wood, was due to the fact I had never tried…

I spent most of my 20s trying different woodworking disciplines, before falling in love with woodturning in 2020 – just a matter of weeks before the first lockdowns.

My passion for the art of woodturning has engulfed me ever since and, when working at my lathe, I am at my most relaxed.

Woodturned homeware

I mainly work on woodturned home decor & accessories. Each piece is made from sustainable British hardwood or repurposed timber.

Through careful turning, sanding, and finishing, I aim to bring a piece of nature into your home.

From Bud Vases to Bottle Openers

My work ranges from bud vases, perfect for dry flowers, to functional yet elegant bowls and bottle openers. While serving their practical purposes, these items also show their own story & character.

More recently I have been working on small furniture pieces and I hope to expand this in the future.

An Invitation to Experience

I invite you to explore the site to see the latest items I have for sale. I hope my love for woodturning manifests in every bud vase, bowl, and bottle opener.