How to Choose a Pen Blank

Choosing the right pen blank depends on the style of pen you want to make, the kit or method you are using and the material you enjoy turning.

Wood pen blanks

Natural wood is a traditional choice for pen turning. Grain, colour and figure vary from blank to blank, giving each finished pen its own character. Browse our Wood Pen Blanks.

Stabilised wood pen blanks

Stabilised wood offers natural grain and character with suitable timber strengthened through the stabilising process. Browse our Stabilised Wood Pen Blanks.

Resin pen blanks

Resin blanks offer a wide choice of colours and patterns, from single-colour blanks to multi-colour and colour-shift effects. Explore our Resin Pen Blanks.

Hybrid pen blanks

Hybrid blanks combine natural wood or burr with colourful resin, giving natural character alongside resin colour and pattern. See our Hybrid Resin Pen Blanks.

Specialist natural-material pen blanks

For more unusual materials cast with resin, explore our Alder Cone, Pine Cone, Cholla Cactus, Beech Nut and Sweetgum Seed Pen Blanks.

Extra-long and kitless pen blanks

For kitless pens and projects that need additional material, choose a longer blank with enough length for your design. Browse our Extra Long & Kitless Pen Blanks.

Check the size before ordering

Always check the dimensions shown on the individual product page against the requirements of your pen kit or project before ordering. Different kits and pen designs can require different blank sizes.