A sculptural pepper mill shaped from hard maple, purpleheart, and reclaimed skateboard maple, paired with an antique-style cast metal grinding mechanism. The flowing line of colourful skateboard veneer moves vertically through the body, creating a deliberate interruption between the pale maple and deep purpleheart.
Turned by hand with a restrained, gently curved profile, Nagare—meaning flow—takes its name from the movement created by the layered skateboard material as it travels through the piece. The exposed mechanical grinder gives the mill a strong utilitarian character, contrasting with the warmth and precision of the hand-shaped wooden body.
Designed to remain on display rather than disappear into a kitchen drawer, Nagare is a functional object with the presence of a small sculpture. Natural variations in the hardwoods and reclaimed skateboard material ensure that no two pieces can ever be exactly alike.
Materials
Hard Maple, Purpleheart & Reclaimed Skateboard Maple
Finish
Hand-finished to highlight the natural grain, colour, and layered construction.
Details
• One-of-one handmade piece
• Functional antique-style pepper grinding mechanism
• Adjustable grind setting
• Crafted from hardwoods and reclaimed skateboard material
• Designed for everyday use and display
• Handmade in Fernie, British Columbia, Canada
• Natural variations in grain and colour are part of the piece’s character
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A sculptural pepper mill shaped from hard maple, purpleheart, and reclaimed skateboard maple, paired with an antique-style cast metal grinding mechanism. The flowing line of colourful skateboard veneer moves vertically through the body, creating a deliberate interruption between the pale maple and deep purpleheart.
Turned by hand with a restrained, gently curved profile, Nagare—meaning flow—takes its name from the movement created by the layered skateboard material as it travels through the piece. The exposed mechanical grinder gives the mill a strong utilitarian character, contrasting with the warmth and precision of the hand-shaped wooden body.
Designed to remain on display rather than disappear into a kitchen drawer, Nagare is a functional object with the presence of a small sculpture. Natural variations in the hardwoods and reclaimed skateboard material ensure that no two pieces can ever be exactly alike.
Materials
Hard Maple, Purpleheart & Reclaimed Skateboard Maple
Finish
Hand-finished to highlight the natural grain, colour, and layered construction.
Details
• One-of-one handmade piece
• Functional antique-style pepper grinding mechanism
• Adjustable grind setting
• Crafted from hardwoods and reclaimed skateboard material
• Designed for everyday use and display
• Handmade in Fernie, British Columbia, Canada
• Natural variations in grain and colour are part of the piece’s character
Salt & Pepper Mills — Explore handcrafted mills that combine functional art with everyday dining.
Care & Maintenance — Keep your Blackburl piece looking its best for years to come.
Blackburl Butter — Our handcrafted wood conditioner for food-safe wooden products.
Materials — Discover the premium hardwoods, burls, resins, and recycled skateboard decks used in every piece.
A Craft with a Purpose — Learn how every purchase supports something beyond craftsmanship.
Recycled Skateboard Collection — Explore the full collection of handcrafted pieces made from recycled skateboard decks and discover how discarded boards are transformed into functional art.