Three Famous Myths About Wood: Where Magic, Nature, and Story Intertwine

  Throughout human history, trees and wood have been more than just raw materials — they’ve been sacred, symbolic, and even alive in the minds of storytellers. In myths from around the world, From the March of the Ents, to the Holy Grail, wood becomes a threshold between worlds, a vessel of power, and a […]

Superwood: Steel made of wood

Imagine a material derived from natural wood that is stronger than steel (per unit weight), tougher than titanium alloys, and lighter than both. This is not science fiction—it’s superwood, an innovative material developed by researchers at the University of Maryland and other institutions, poised to revolutionize various industries with its exceptional strength and sustainability. What […]

Common European Woods (and How They Perform on the Lathe)

Europe is home to a wide variety of timbers used in construction, furniture-making, and crafts. For woodturners, some species are far more suitable than others — with differences in grain, hardness, and workability that affect everything from shaping to finishing. Here’s a breakdown of ten of the most common European woods, including their basic properties […]

Wooden Vases revealed

A Guide to Wooden Vases: Form, Function & the Beauty of Nature At Fairytale Wood, we believe in surrounding yourself with pieces that connect you to nature — not just in material, but in spirit. Wooden vases are a perfect example: they’re simple in purpose, endlessly varied in design, and rich in presence. From petite […]

Launching Fairytalewood.com

Hi there, Chris here. I’m never happier than when I’m covered in wood shavings as wood spins dizzyingly on the lathe. The heady smell of freshly cut wood, the tension between MY intent and the woods wish, the delight of revealing natural beauty, previously hidden. Heaven. Yet, its really n the sharing with others that […]