Segmented bowls provide the largest variance in all aspects of bowl-making.  Although all of the patterns used are some geometric shape, the size and number of species of wood vary.  Segmented bowls also require the most time to complete, and most of that time is for gluing and assembling.  Actual turning time for a segmented bowl is generally no more than a few hours, while gluing and assembly can take anywhere from a few weeks to as long as six months or more.

Below are some of the segmented bowls that I've turned.  Click on the thumbnail to view a larger image.

The cost for a segmented bowl depends on the size, profile, number of pieces required to assemble the patterns, and the types of wood used.  Prices can start as low as $150, and are limited only by the criteria mentioned.

This page was last modified on 18 November 2005 .