I too use the competition on UKW to provide a bit of incentive to try things out.
I could have made something along the lines of Derek's but I decided on the less is more approach
My entry is an ash goblet, 7.5" high, diam 2". Stem 3/8ths
At least I think it is ash, here is the is the log.
Roughing gouge to start, bowl gouge and scraper used to hollow out the bowl. Spindle gouge and skew. Sanded to 420 grit and finished with sanding sealer and carnauba wax.
I followed Keith Rowley's instruction on a couple of test goblets in pine. This is the first one I have done in hardwood and I am very pleased that it came out exactly as planned.
General View
Inside
Bottom
I find taking pictures that truly show the grain pattern and finish almost as hard as the turning. Thanks to Derek (Dalboy) for a few tips that I think have helped.