Spatchoolers?

I have seen references to turning spatulas and spoons, but haven't seeen any being turned. However, when I went to the dollar store yesterday to buy two plastic spatulas and a slotted spoon, I saw some wooden ones and wondered if this was somethng I could knock off on my lathe without too much bother. Would it work if I cut a blank out of wood in the shape I need, and then turned the handle round and shaped the blade on the bandsaw? Anyone here done this?

Thanks!

I've not done it, but as I understand it, you've got the right idea...turn the handle and do the rest with a bandsaw and sandpaper. A benchtop belt sander is handy for the final shaping.

Vaughn McMillan said:

A benchtop belt sander is handy for the final shaping.

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That's probably my next major purchase. I've been wanting one for a while. Thanks!

I have done a few and that's how I do it.Google treenware and you will find a lot of info. Here is a tutorial on making wooden spatulas.

Roger Tulk said:

That's probably my next major purchase. I've been wanting one for a while. Thanks!

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I've also clamped a handheld belt sander upside down in a vise and used it as a (sort of) stationary tool.

Vaughn McMillan said:

I've also clamped a handheld belt sander upside down in a vise and used it as a (sort of) stationary tool.

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Yup BTDT till my son told LOML I needed one for a Christmas present.