A CRACKING OAK experiment - Woodturning project

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Here's a cracking oak experiment - woodturning project. This oak was treated with ebonising fluid, texturing and Dremel routing to produce some amazing results. Watch and see the results for yourself.
If you're interested in woodturning, then this project is for you! This cracking oak was treated with ebonising, texturing and Dremel routing to produce some amazing results. Watch and see the results for yourself. From ebonising to texturing to routing, this oak project is sure to spark ideas for your own creations.
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@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ Месяц назад

Brilliant video Mike. Great to do new things and learn by doing it. I'm a newbie but have a good engineering brain and have som ideas to throw about.. When I saw you trying the dremmel I thought what you need is it mounted to a sliding plate like you did with the marker pen. Then with the router, I thought the same to get them to be really flat and easy to move. Now you were going from left to right which is probably why you were climbing up on the line sometimes. You need to go from right to left because of the clockwise rtotation of the bits will keep it biting downwards and stop it climbing up. I believe that the router was the best option and I would also have done it in say 3 phases, Starting shallow and getting deeper each time with the base of the router touching the piece like routing a juice groove in a board. This way you could have stops either end and with the router on a sled would do a great job. Message to self: make a tool post with a flat plate to fit jigs like this 😀😀

@MikeHolton Месяц назад

Wow thanks go much Gavin! I never even considered the rotation of the bit but that makes so much sense. I'm going to pin this to the video so I can refer to it again. Thanks so much 😀

@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ Месяц назад

@@MikeHolton its a pleasure - hope it's right 😃😃

@BarbaraShelton-xz9vn 5 месяцев назад

Half the fun of your videos is hearing you work through problems as they occur. A dynamic lesson in creative thinking. As to the safety info, I think people will absorb the lessons better in short bursts as opposed to in a single show. By the way: love the bowl.

@MikeHolton 5 месяцев назад

Thanks Barbara, I may ending up doing both so people can have one central resource to refer to and drip feed in other bits when appropriate to the turning 😀

@sandracook455 4 месяца назад

Love how you are always trying new ways of turning wood

@MikeHolton 4 месяца назад

Thanks Sandra 😀

@ronniekeates3349 10 месяцев назад

There's just too many great parts of this video to listen them all. Thanks again for being You and doing Your Thing! Every video is a treat. Cheers, Mike!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Wow thanks so much Ronnie, that means so much to me, all the best, Mike 😃

@JosephCarpenter-sq7rk 8 месяцев назад

Oct or hu hu

@markduggan3451 10 месяцев назад

That looks great. The use of the router was great, and being able to use different bits will make greater and greater results.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Absolutely Mark, as I never really use the router I only have a few bits, now I know it works I can invest in a few more 😀

@marcfava9789 9 месяцев назад

Looks great. Every think we try adds to our flavor. Woodworking is like music. The more we learn the more the work we do has our fingerprint and is recognizable as ours. Good work.

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

You are so right, I never thought of myself as having a style but now I think about it I guess I do. Not sure if it's any good but I like it 😀

@taysider01 10 месяцев назад

Your head must be full of ideas that you want to try out. Anyone that wants to try this has all trail's and tribulations done by yourself. Love your thought process and telling us. Great Frist go Mike. Look forward to next video

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much my friend, I have so many ideas I have to write them down 🤣

@user-jim-kelly 10 месяцев назад

Love it when I see someone just embrace an error as a lesson for the future. Well done, another beauty.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much James, I have no problem with making a mistake, it really is the best way to learn something new 😀

@simonburgess7397 9 месяцев назад

Very cool

@ArnoPf 9 месяцев назад

Great you also show your struggles and that it is a mix of continuos learning and above all creativity! After the first bowls or spindles everyone should enter this chapter...and that the fun part with every piece of wood you will turn

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

So true, mistakes are all part of the learning process and are essential to better understanding, all the best, Mike 😀

@Amybaumgart 10 месяцев назад

What a very clever alternative to a fluting jig with a router!!! I have often wanted to do something like this, but did not want to figure out the whole router thing… good for you! Thanks so much for sharing your experiments!!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome Amy, I will be trying more so keep an eye out 😀

@johnwoods9995 5 месяцев назад

Very daring and brave to use router and cuts all, love it, inspiring, thanks mate

@MikeHolton 5 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it John 😁

@stephanielovatt2787 10 месяцев назад

It is great that your channel focuses on going outside your comfort zone! This gives the viewer great variety, and the insight to give it a go, too. Thank you!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you so much Stephanie, I don't mind having a go and making mistakes if it can help inspire people to try. All the best, Mike

@chrischambers5466 10 месяцев назад

Do love a bit of experimenting, never gets boring.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Chris, me too 😁

@dianadougherty7187 10 месяцев назад

Thankyou for teaching us something new and also for the jig instructions I really enjoy your channel

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

My pleasure Diana, that the first jig I have ever made for my lathe 😃

@williamweaver4946 10 месяцев назад

I like that you show your experiments and not just throwing out a perfect project. That is not the case in many situations. Still loved the way it turned out. Great job as always Mike!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks William, I want to inspire people to have a go and let them realise that failing is no big deal and is just part of the process, the first step is always the hardest but you only have to take it once. All the best, Mike 😀

@nanalefevre3670 10 месяцев назад

Wow ! This one really had me watching. I went from ..what the heck? To..oh no! To huh? To...Wellll.. Mr.Mike did his magic again!!! Very nice indeed. You sir are amazing when you get going.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Haha thanks Nana, I was a little worried I may not get to the end but it was ok 😁

@nanalefevre3670 10 месяцев назад

@@MikeHolton You kidding? It was great!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

@@nanalefevre3670 Thanks, you are so kind 😀

@RoyWCanada 10 месяцев назад

Hi Mike. Well you get 100% for effort on the fluting it turned out great for the first time. The oak looks gorgeous. Again your decisions and artistic design have blended together to produce an excellent Vase. Thanks for the video looking forward to the next one. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Roy, I really enjoyed making this one 😀

@loranwfry-zu9pu 10 месяцев назад

Very nice work Mike. Thank you for trying new stuff. That's why I watch your channel.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Loran, the next time I try this is will be better 😃

@mattgraham4025 10 месяцев назад

I think it's awesome that you try new things and that you're not afraid to show your mistakes. Thanks for all your amazing content.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much for that Matt, I want to show that it's fine to experiment, every time I fail I learn something new and get better, the first step is always the hardest but you only have to take it once. All the best, Mike 😃

@teresamcfadden2414 10 месяцев назад

That was a great learning experiment. I love oak I think it’s a beautiful wood. The ebonizing of the wood is interesting to watch. Thank you for sharing.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are more than welcome Teresa, all the best, Mike 😀

@aldademoura7738 9 месяцев назад

Thank you for charing this beautiful experiment. Love it 😊

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thanks Alda 😊

@4fhomeandfarm832 10 месяцев назад

Beautiful work. I really enjoy the fact that you showed that when trying something new it dosnt always come out as planned or as perfect as you would like.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome, this is real life and I want to inspire people to have a go and let them realise that failing or something not coming out perfect is fine, it's just the first step 😀

@dalebrittenham1823 10 месяцев назад

Great experiment.... No project is perfect... Only gets better with practice.... Keep on going Mike

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Exactly Dale, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀

@oldncarvingJohn 10 месяцев назад

Love it. That fluid worked a treat. ❤❤❤

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks John, must admit it worked a lot better than I thought it could 😀

@SusanJamiesonKennedy 9 месяцев назад

My first husband did beautiful wood turning.

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

And your second? 😀

@vincenthardman7691 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing the experience. Looks great with the contrasting colours.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Cheers Vince, first step is taken so now I can work on getting better 😁

@chenjung407ad 10 месяцев назад

The process of rounding a rough piece off and then flattening the end is endlessly fascinating to me :)

@charmainerohde8575 10 месяцев назад

We should be lifetime-learners! Creativity requires stepping outside our comfort zones. Love the rustic look the routed lines give this piece. I think it's perfect, Mr. Horton.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much, I really appreciate you saying that 😀

@stevedoran3631 10 месяцев назад

I honestly thought that project was going to end a disaster with all the deep cracks that were evident, but as usual, your gift for getting the best out of the wood came to the for again...... nice work Mike!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Steve, I appreciate that, all the best, Mike

@jaynerichards7527 9 месяцев назад

I really enjoyed this video. Wonderful vase.

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Jayne 😀

@LoisHubbard 10 месяцев назад

Really like the approach Mike. Can't wait to see what you do with your new found skills.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Lois, I have so many ideas I think my brain may explode 😀

@lizacole9520 10 месяцев назад

Brilliant and brave yet again!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Liza 😁

@robertwilson54 10 месяцев назад

It’s great that you try these new techniques I take my hat off to you well done.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much Robert, all the best, Mike 😀

@gregdownunderinOz 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing Mike. You are a real inspiration and a great problem solver. I’m glad you used router and jig eventually

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, I'm a slow learner but I get there in the end lol 😂

@gluey27 10 месяцев назад

Great job as usual Mike very nice vase.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you like it 😀

@lindawallace-radcliffe5915 7 месяцев назад

This would look great as a lamp very nice piece

@MikeHolton 7 месяцев назад

I think so too! 😀

@MightyWizardTim 7 месяцев назад

Very cool. Looks very industrial. I like it.

@MikeHolton 7 месяцев назад

I think so too! 😃

@tracybranham8648 10 месяцев назад

Great challenge . For a first try it is a beautiful vase. Even with the little knicked piece. I love it that way. ❤

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Tracey 😁 really appreciate that 😊

@stevescott8655 10 месяцев назад

👍👍Very nice! I like the ebonizing process.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much! 😀

@mariabasil9631 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing the creative learning experience 😊

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

My pleasure Maria 😊

@mattspear2163 9 месяцев назад

Love your videos. Just want to keep watching. Your creativity is amazing

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thank you so much!

@robboland9857 10 месяцев назад

A nice piece indeed sir. Thanks for the post.🌿

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome Rob, thanks for watching 😀

@Angela-en6oh 10 месяцев назад

Hello Mike. I really enjoyed the work you carried out on this piece. As someone who has never turned wood, I appreciate you sharing your thought process as you move through each stage. It certainly helped me understand a little of the difficulties you face with each piece of wood; it’s presentation and how you address, overcome and resolve issues as they arise. And this may, in your terms, be an experimental piece, but it is still beautiful and you should be very proud of what you have achieved. My sincere congratulations.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Angela, you are really so kind and I always look forward to your comments, they always seem to make me feel good. All the best, Mike 😀

@bobbrowder1572 10 месяцев назад

I really like your experimentation and you turned out another great looking piece.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much Bob 😀

@shaunofthegeeks 10 месяцев назад

Still enjoying watching the channel Mike and love to see the variety and experimentation. Great seeing the increase in Subs as well!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Shaun, I still feel like it's all a dream 😂, all the best, Mike 😀

@OKHall 10 месяцев назад

Stunning piece. Love it!!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much! 😀

@randyfritchman2867 2 месяца назад

Good looking experiment. Well done

@MikeHolton 2 месяца назад

Thanks Randy ☺️

@MaxVanHorn-wk5ni 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting project. I can see several possible uses for ebonizing. Thanks much

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome Max, I have a few more ideas as well 😁

@lornacy 10 месяцев назад

That small lip of natural wood at the top of the ebonized portion is one of those subtle details that is so effective. And as everyone else says, thank you so much for taking us along on your creative journey. I'm so glad I found this channel!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Lornacy, I love happy accidents 😀 all he best, Mike

@stevebettany8778 10 месяцев назад

Experimenting is what keeps my interest in my woodworking I’m not a turner but the same thing applies. At this time of year I’m stuck making bandsaw reindeer and such due to demand. Roll on the new year and some wacky boxes and the like. Love your work it looks fun.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Steve, I know what you mean, I have a load of small laburnum logs waiting to be turned into Christmas trees, I will get them done but I much prefer experimenting 😀

@shelleygreer915 2 месяца назад

Cool experiment! I love learning from you like this. Looks like a great idea for turning a lamp as well.😊

@MikeHolton 2 месяца назад

Thank you! Cheers Shelley 😁

@susannah4Him 10 месяцев назад

Loved the learning process!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Me too Susannah, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀

@RaspberryBerets 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting. A good learning experience watching the video. Thank you.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it! All the best, Mike 😃

@donaldadams5342 8 месяцев назад

An outstanding experimental piece Mike. I think I have made it clear that I am all for people taking themselves out of their comfort zone. If we don't do this then our work becomes boring both to ourselves & to others. We become a monotonous mass production line & creativity just disappears. 'Onwards & Upwards' should become our adopted motto. Then we will produce exciting pieces that will inspire us to experiment & go on to bigger & better things. Yes, little mistakes will occur from time to time as you have in one of the 'flutes' on this piece. Love your work, your attitude & approach to your work as well as being able to listen To your wonderful, relaxed commentary style. Great stuff mate, keep it going & cheers, Don from South Australia.

@MikeHolton 8 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Don and I could not agree with you more. I'm in a very lucky situation where I don't put pressure on myself to produce one masterpiece after another, I just find something I want to try and then figure out how to do it, if it works then great if I fail or make mistakes then I learn even more. No matter what happens I come out ahead. All the best my friend, Mike

@Audie1234 10 месяцев назад

Very nice, Mike.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Audrey 😀

@thenash4822 10 месяцев назад

Interesting experiment Mike, and entertaining video. The ebonizing treatment is very different and the way it works is very interesting. That oak has a very pretty grain that's highlighted by the ebony finish. Enjoy learning these things with you on your channel.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks my friend, all the best, Mike

@cynthiahamptonprince9449 9 месяцев назад

I love that you're not afraid to try new things, and you bring us along on the journey. Personally, I love the piece you created. Thank you!! ❤

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thanks Cynthia, I love to learn and push my boundaries, it really is the best way to improve and have fun 😀

@DavidBird-uu8km 10 месяцев назад

Very Nice. This is good use of spindle indexing. It is pleasure to see you work. A great job in using jigs to help the set up. You are great at working out the solutions too a problem. I would use a test tube so I could put flowers in it for my Wife.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much David, I have used test tubes before and have a pile waiting for a future use 😃

@DerekRiley-t8r 10 месяцев назад

The ebonising looks interesting - another purchase in my woodturning journey to try it out, thanks for the inspiration 😀. The laburnum looks incredible, will be looking for some of that now. 👍

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Derek 😃

@bnaivar 10 месяцев назад

A very Groovy project Mike. ;) I've sworn off working with Oak because of the cracking problem.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Yes it can be bad but I just try and work around them or work with them 😃

@sarahneate3139 10 месяцев назад

Always inspiring. Thanks Mike

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are welcome Sarah and thanks for watching 😀

@galloping3265 10 месяцев назад

Your videos put me in a "zen" mindset. A great relief from political bad news! Thank you!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much, the news is just depressing at the moment, all the best, Mike 😃

@butlerssecret 6 месяцев назад

Interesting piece, lots was learnt this end.

@MikeHolton 6 месяцев назад

Same here 😃

@marybethhuson295 10 месяцев назад

Very cool project. The shape would have made a very beautiful lamp

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

I think so too Mary and did cross my mind a few times as I was making it 😀

@1TedTanner 10 месяцев назад

Kudos to you for trying something new and posting it online even if it wasn’t perfect. As you say, you wanted to try something new and you did!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Ted, real life is not perfect and I'm happy taking my first steps in front of the camera to show that it's ok to fail and by doing that you learn and get better 😀

@allochthonplays2978 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting piece! Thank you for sharing.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are more than welcome 😀

@neongrey333 10 месяцев назад

i do like the ebonizing effect a lot, goth that i am. it leaves me torn because the natural wood is so beautiful too, so I do like that you get both with this piece.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, there is a lot going on with this piece 😀

@kellogs101101 10 месяцев назад

Like that video a lot Mike. I was thinking as you were texturing that I wouldn’t even begin trying that…..then you discussed stepping outside of your comfort zone….couldn’t agree more and thanks for the nudge 👍👍

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it, you only have to take that first step once and always remember it's ok to fail, the more you fail the more you learn. All the best, Mike 😀

@stacietrask4987 9 месяцев назад

Loving all your work ❤

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Hello again 😀

@eveny119 7 месяцев назад

Watching again during the move....

@MikeHolton 6 месяцев назад

Thanks so much 👍

@suesmith9202 10 месяцев назад

That vase is absolutely beautiful

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Sue, difficult but fun 😊

@boduke1776 10 месяцев назад

It's a great video very interesting and educational one of those things where it's lesson learned

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it, I love projects like this that force me to do something new, I learn so much 😀

@stephendonathan6782 10 месяцев назад

Nice work Mike! It's always good to learn new things. Take care and GOD BLESS 🙏🏻!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Stephanie and learning makes me happy 😀 all the best, Mike

@stephendonathan6782 10 месяцев назад

@@MikeHolton Stephen lol

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

@@stephendonathan6782 Haha so sorry Stephen, it was early when I replied, I must have been half asleep 🤣

@racheldray1057 10 месяцев назад

This one is so informative, with trial and error. I really like the look of the vase too.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Rachel, I'm happy to experiment and find ways not to do things 😀

@haroldhoskison7239 10 месяцев назад

Very interesting video. I like your ability to adapt ways to come new way to achieve your out come.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

I appreciate that Harold, where there is a will there is a way and if that fails you try another way and keep going till you get there 😃

@philforeman7102 10 месяцев назад

Good on ya man! Great start . Because of you I’m going to try one Cheers Phil

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Phil, that's great to hear, let me know how you get on 😀

@raydriver7300 10 месяцев назад

Another interesting video as always, Mike and it was great to meet in person on Sunday. Thank you so much for taking the time to chat. I often wear a glove on my left hand too and am fairly adept at turning perfectly respectable pieces of wood into shavings and dust 🌞

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Haha thanks Ray, it was great to meet you and your lovely wife as well. All the best, Mike

@damianlee8149 9 месяцев назад

The experimental nature of this piece is fascinating. So glad you left the neck as natural oak as the ebonising process loses some of the beauty

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thank you very much, these things need to be tried 😀

@Diarmuid-Quirke 10 месяцев назад

I might have to make a bid on the ash bowl the colour is extraordinary. Keep up the great work

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much, I appreciate your support, all the best, Mike 😀

@frankgreguska9261 9 месяцев назад

Nice job!

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Thanks Frank 😀

@rexmorgan6445 10 месяцев назад

This channel always makes my Tuesday so much better. Keep experimenting its great.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Rex, you have just made me smile 😃

@79Firegirl 10 месяцев назад

I really like your style of working.. pushing your self every time, same here.. only in smaller scale 😅. You inspire me every time again and again. Thank you 😊 and keep it up 💪💪

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much, small scale is just as hard if not more so, if I make a mistake I just take the wood down further, small scale does not allow for that 😃

@mickwilson127 10 месяцев назад

I love oak, nuff said. Thanks for your entertaining and beautiful work.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

I do too, thanks Mick 😃

@tonyalton8470 8 месяцев назад

A neoclassical appearance, quite at odds with the material which is interesting. Multiple levels of experimentation. Keep it up!

@MikeHolton 8 месяцев назад

Thanks Tony, now I have an idea what I'm doing I know I can do a lot better 😀

@laweiner1 9 месяцев назад

Hi Mike, Love the oak vase and you methodically deal with the challenges of the wood. I would like to see what you use ton sharpen your tools and how you do it. Maybe a video on tool sharpening? Thanks for your informative videos. My best, Larry

@MikeHolton 9 месяцев назад

Hi Larry, I will do one fairly soon, all the best, Mike 😀

@steadfasttherenowned2460 10 месяцев назад

Ahhh wonderful! A good wood turning video while I settle into my after work time.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it, all the best, Mike 😀

@jeramiahcrosier3481 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Mike - I have thought about doing something similar, and your efforts will help me in my future projects!

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Glad you found it useful, you should certainly have a better idea what not to do 😀

@karenstafford724 10 месяцев назад

That's really pretty. Would be nice with white flowers in it.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Karen, not sure what to do with it yet but that is certainly one idea 😃

@RenaLarson61 10 месяцев назад

It's very different, I do enjoy hearing your thought processes as you create a piece, it's not my favorite piece that you've done, but it's interesting

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thank you very much, it's fine not to like something, this is not my favourite either 😀

@SilverBack. 10 месяцев назад

Mike these are stunning pieces of work and you have shown the grain off amazingly

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Cheers Doug, I love to learn new things and have a play 😃

@susanburrows5288 10 месяцев назад

Congrats for following your goal of experimentation and pushing your boundaries. The ebonizing fluid is fascinating. I like the two tone design on this vase, the grain on the natural portion is gorgeous.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Susan, the grain is just beautiful 😀

@rogerpearson6232 10 месяцев назад

One of the members of Woodturning club I belong to has demo'd his fluting fixture. He purchased it at SWAT a few years ago. Very similar to what you were doing except router was affixed to a cradle that would move on platform similar to what you used. I really like the ebonizing. Will have to try it on some cherry or oak. Very cool.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks Roger, I know there is equipment out there to do it easily but I want to help inspire people to have a go at making their own, we all know how expensive some of these jigs can be 😀

@troybaldwin5329 10 месяцев назад

Personally I think it's beautiful and like you said you learn as you go so thank you for sharing the experience 😊

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks so much Troy 😃

@BulletTing 10 месяцев назад

Great vase, love that ypu tried something different and challenge yourself. Considering getting a little lathe myself to make cups and bowls as a hobby.

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! All I can say is do it, it's a great way to relax, swich off from the outside world and have fun 😀

@TimMaidment 10 месяцев назад

I love hearing your thought processes as you work each piece out - have never seen ebonising before so that process was an eye-opener. Got some reason I'd got it mixed up with scorching. Anyway, thanks again for a great video :)

@MikeHolton 10 месяцев назад

You are so welcome Tim, scorching is similar they both can give a similar colour but scorching can leave an amazing texture on the grain. All the best, Mike

@CarlLong-m4g 7 месяцев назад

A VERY nice piece! So many possibilities, dozens of fluting shapes, sizes, patterns, finish materials and techniques! Hope you will continue to experiment. Those flutes almost beg for some brightly colored resin, or a bit of metal foil. Or lightly sand so that a bit of the bare wood shows through here and there as if the ebonizing had worn down by years of handling. OK I'll shut up!

@MikeHolton 7 месяцев назад

Haha thanks Carl, please don't shut up you were giving me loads of inspiration. I like the thought of metal foil. I have some (fake) gold leaf that would look pretty good in there, so many ideas so much time 😀