First shot at making an ash tray.

[Drez]

So, I am not a naturally talented artistic type of guy. However, was able to get my work to get me a free dremel and there is a wood shop within about 7 minutes that will sell cheap scraps of domestic and exotic woods. Decided to pair the two up and give making some ash trays and cigar rests ideas a try. Spent some time with a morning and afternoon cigar sitting on the back porch.
Still have to do a little shaping and smoothing, then find a good finish for the wood grain. Maybe after a few attempts I will get half assed decent and can give them out as gifts or sell them for a few bucks to go towards cigars.
Its rough.. Keep in mind literally all I had is a dremel and my hand to hold it. Need to get some kind of table and clamp to hold stuff. Would be fun to have a wood shop.

[cheaphumidors]

That is beautiful Michael! I am impressed and I love that wood grain!

[jhedrick83]

The best things are the ones you make yourself. I dig it man!

[TreySC]

with that I would try wiping some water on it just to see how the grain pops. If you like the look just go with a clear sealer if not a light stain should do the trick. Finish it with some poly I would recommenced a gloss at least where the cigar and ash will be. It will make cleaning easier

[Old Smokey]

Very nice. Can't wait to see the finish product.