The Wood Showcase
Yew
Yew is a coniferous tree or shrub. It is commonly grown as a landscape shrub and is capable of taking topiary style trimming. The wood is known for being springy. Yew is a highly prized and also highly decorative wood. Generally, it is only available in small sections.There is a strong contrast between the golden yellow heartwood and creamy white sapwood. Some pieces will have streaks of red through the heartwood. It turns exceptionally well and polishes to a high sheen. Yew is considered a softwood but is actually fairly hard.
Pen Blanks
3/4" x 3/4" x 5"
Bottle Stopper
1.5" x 1.5" x 3"
Other Sizes
Finished Pieces
- Accent Pieces
- Bow (archery)
- Turning
- Veneer
- Cabinetry
- Musical instruments
- Softwood (heavy/hard)
- Cream color sapwood
- Orange, tan, red heartwood
- Oils in wood give luster
- Tight grain, fine texture
