Testimonials

Dear Pete

I have had a written report of the evening and have spoken to several members who tell me that they thoroughly enjoyed the evening, your manner of presentation and its content, full marks all round. One of our members has already made and tested a spanner tool which you mentioned. I was sorry to have missed the evening.

I am a church pastor and use your goblets in wedding ceremonies. Your workmanship is superb and the couples receive them with gratitude

K.N. (USA)

Mo Goodfield

I first came across Bodrighy Wood on line, and was impressed by his range of products and purchased three large Christmas Icicles which were made to order. These arrived promptly and I was delighted with them and have continued to buy items both for myself and as gifts since. Pete's work is of excellent quality, beautifully designed and his love of his main medium, wood, shines through. I now own several pieces from Bodrighy Wood from the original Christmas Decorations to a larger Wood Sculpture from his recent Japanese influenced range and will undoubtedly acquire more in the future.

I love the originality of his work and his eye for detail. He doesn't just produce bowl after bowl and platter after platter as do many turners, each piece is different, designed around the material and letting the piece of timber speak for itself when appropriate, a prime example being his rustic naturalistic work. In his latest range of Japanese influenced items the shape and design is all. Many pieces accessorised with other mediums to enhance the wood or create a composition or Art Piece."

09/16/2013

Jewels Xoxox

I have been fortunate enough to commission several individual works by Pete both large and small and can say his talent and craftsmanship are exemplary. Not only does Pete possess the skill and ability to produce high quality wooden artefacts but also his creations turn an everyday item, such as, a pestle and mortar into a work of art.

Pete has the patience that comes with such dedication and talent. This is passed on to his attention to detail and can be seen through his work and customer care from exquisite pieces of art to something as commonplace as a wooden button. Once, I asked for such an everyday item, wooden buttons. Pete’s expertise considered my intended use for them, which was on a babies item, which influenced his choice of wood he created them from and the need for safety. This is the mark of a genuine craftsman, taking as much care and consideration for a minor item as a major work of art."

Vanessa Eve

The first thing Pete made for me was a seam ripper. Anyone who has used a shop-bought one will know how horrid they are to hold, as the handle is so skinny. Pete's seam rippers have nice chunky handles which are long enough to get a comfortable grip on, making the onorous task of unpicking seams far more pleasant.

Recently, I commissioned a pair of wedding flutes from him for my daughter's wedding. To say these are absolutely beautiful simply does not do them justice. Turned from a single block of wood, each flute has 2 wooden rings around the "stem". I had them brought out with champagne ready in them for the toasts, and both my daughter and my new son in law were overwhelmed with them.

I simply cannot praise Pete's workmanship highly enough. He liaised with me all the way with the wedding flutes, from the first rough-cut right through having them inscribed, to the final polishing. Highly professional yet totally approachable." 1

Susan Morgan

I have several things from Bodrighy Wood, which I discovered online, and am thrilled with all of them. My order was filled promptly and arrived in perfect condition, all the way to Texas!

The bowl with pyrography around the rim is beautiful and just calls out to be touched. I use it to display potpourri, and it looks lovely together. The natural wood and the botanicals are a perfect match.

I also have some of Pete's Christmas items - some wooden icicles with bows and hooks at the top (they have pride of place on my tree, which is focused as much as possible on natural -look decorations). I also have a several of his snowmen, which are adorable in addition to being beautifully turned and finished. They go on the piano along with a few other treasures each holiday season, and always get a lot of attention and compliments."

Drew Keenan

I have known Pete now for several years and have followed his progress online through various web pages and forums. Pete's work is excellent and and the research, planning and time he puts into his work is second to none . I know of no other woodturner who offers such a varied amount of hand turned crafting tools from spinning wool, buttons for sewing and lace bobbins to name a few. He also specalises in wedding goblets and well goblets in general. However this is not all he does, he collaborates and makes components for jewellery and makes one off sculptural pieces also. I would highly recommend Pete if you are looking for that something different and unique. He is helpful and will work closely with you to get you just what you want.

Annie Nowak

I have be coveting Pete’s work for a long time now, in fact if I won the lottery I would buy his entire range of goblets, bowls, plates, vases and candlesticks because he hasn’t turned one yet that I didn’t love. A true traditional Master Craftsman he has a wonderful ability to bring out the very heart of a piece of wood no matter what shape it is turned to. I would be hard pressed to pick favourites but if I had to I would say:

The Off Centre Turned Pine Goblet
The Blue Rimmed Ash Bowl &
The Gilded Oak Goblet" 09/18/2013

Kirsty Kitchingham

Amazing, great quality work. Good customer service. Always happy to make strange items to my exact requirements. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a very special piece made."

Claire Manwani

Pete's work is outstanding. I've been a customer and a collaborator with him; he's very professional and his artistic skills are amazing."

08/19/2012

Natasha Coombs

Over the years I've had several pieces from Pete, both for me and to give. He's never let me down yet: always beautifully made and finished, sensibly priced and well packed for delivery. And the work is so imaginative."

Tarina Barnett

Pete's work is amazing. Very professional and highly recommended."

Pete's work is truly innovative. Professional and passionate about his work, we would highly recommend him."

Jean Smith

Pete is a true craftsman. I have been extremely pleased with the items he has crafted for me. He can always turn my vague idea into some beautiful in wood!"

Navajo Spindle March 03, 2021
Thank You Pete!   The spindle arrived safely and it is a stunning tool, so well made and beautifully balanced; can you let me know the woods ... [MORE]

Demonstration January 30, 2020
Hi Pete, Sorry for the delay in thanking you for an excellent evening at Herefordshire Woodturners the week before last, and hope you got back home... [MORE]