My most difficult project to date. I just hate wasting wood so thought I would turn this odd shaped cut-off into a bowl. Little did I know what I was getting myself into.
I love the odd ones like this, I look at my wood pile and see possibilities I wouldn't have seen otherwise. This one made my arms ache though watching it!
A lot of work, but I think it was worth it. An outstanding work of art indeed. Hard to turn something you can't see. Thanks for all your hard work and thanks for sharing. A nice piece of wood and the two of you worked well together.🌿 👍👍👍👍👍 🕊
Phil, I believe that this inbuilt desire to find the 'best' in any piece of wood you find is part of what motivates & drives you to find the best result possible in any piece of wood that anyone puts before you. It also makes the situation such that you will succeed in gaining the best result. It's what defines you my friend & makes you the skilled craftsman that you are. Just go on being you & producing the delights that we love to view. This is a great result from this odd piece of wood that found its way into your hands. It great grain & the finish could not be better to 'show it off'. Keep on turning & giving us the honour of hearing you work your way through it. Excellent stuff my friend, Don.
Well that was a mental and physical workout! I could feel you agonizing over the process. As usual you came through with a unique and beautiful piece. The finish is really nice and you can see how smooth it is. It is so enjoyable to watch you create amazing pieces.
Great piece which shows the operator his experience took an odd shape piece and his artistic flare took over and completed a gorgeous rustic center piece for a coffee table. I love it, I also appreciate the craftsmanship and the humbleness off the creator of this piece of art
You're officially crazy 😂 there were points where I couldn't watch cos I was concerned for your safety 😂 well done for seeing it through to the end mate, looks great finished 😊
No doubt about it, Will! Crazy as a loon. But, I learned my lesson and won't be doing that again! Thanks for watching and commenting, much appreciated! Phil
I kept watching thinking oh no this is one time I am not going to give a thumbs up, but the Crocodile looking bark saved the day, wonderful finish you accomplished.
Wow, you’ve got guts! I just knew that was going to fly off the lathe and take you out. You did a great job! It is beautiful and even more so because it is atypical. Thanks for letting us watch.
Hahaha, thank you, Susan! I've got guts enough to say I will never do that again! I had no idea what I was in for. It did turn out ok but now just serves as a lesson on what not to do! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!
That turned out so beautiful! I think it's been the most interesting of your works to watch so far. The wonders of slip when watching something spin really makes things interesting sometimes. The times when it looks like you're took isn't touching a thing, yet it's spitting out wood chips is a bit comical. I'm glad you such with it, as the end is amazing!
that was very frightening to watch but man you are good. you have an uncany knack to see what we have no idea of, thanks for sharing your skill and your sense of humor.
I don't know about everyone else but every time you reach to turn off the lath I cringe thinking the wood is going to hit your arm. Amazing work thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Dave! Ambitious, yes! Foolhardy, probably. I'll never do it again, but I'm so glad you took your time to watch and for your great comment! Phil
Thanks, Andy! I think if I would have started the turning the other way around, I never would have finished it. But, with time invested in the bottom I felt like I had to finish it. Yeah, it was a little dangerous, I hope I don't get that brave again! LOL!
Phil, you almost made me start drinking again! I was so nervous for you with that big ol slab of wood splining around. I just knew it was gonna pop you in the arn and bark your wrist ! So glad that didn't happen. That looks really coll though. The grain looked really nice with the contrast of the bark. You could always use it for a door stop ! Another fine project good sir. Thank You for sharing that journey of creating that beauty.
Brother thank you for sharing this video it wore me out watching i know it did you. That was a lot of work and i don't think i would have attempted it. Thanks for sticking with it to the end it turned out beautiful
I see a small planter of english ivy sitting inside. The vines would work well with the rustic feel of the piece. You're a brave man to work on a piece of wood that dangerous!!! Take a well deserved bow
Well, I probably should have, Jonathon. It's just the stubbornness when I already have a lot of time in a piece, I think. But, I'll never do this again! Phil
I too wondered (and was looking forward to seeing) what were you thinking 🤔... and it is beautiful as it is unusual. I'm figuring out here that you master in taking the weird and awkward and turning them (pun intended) into items of beauty and gracefulness... thanks for sharing
Phil, Boy oh boy I have never seen you so apprehensive on a project but I can totally understand especially after it bites you. I don’t know who was sweating more you or us. But it came out nice. I hope your thumb mend’s quickly. Please be safe and enjoy what you do.
Nice work! A great piece of art. Kinda looks like a sleigh to me. I think it would make a great decorative piece for Christmas filled with small gifts.
You should be very proud of yourself...no one would have attempted that...it would have ended up in the fireplace! You, sir, are a true artist, your bowl is truly magnificent!
In hindsight, Judith, I should have put it in the fireplace! It did eventually turn out but I'll never do that again! Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! Phil
I just put up a new retaining wall on my driveway. That ball that you just made would make a perfect potting plant for me to decorate my wall in the spring and in the summer. I think I'm going to make about four of them. Thank you for the inspiration. Not only in the tourney but in the practice of patience.
Oh, gosh, Nathan, I don't think I would recommend anyone try turning something like this. I know I never will again. Just scary, that's all. As far as patience, well, once I have time invested I just don't like wasting the wood. That's the only reason I finished this piece. Phil
I think that the end result is stunning. I might have turned it in reverse for better body comfort but we all turn differently. I like the full version of the video better by the way. Good to see you in the shop again. Stay healthy.
Maybe you did not know quite what was in front of you but your desire to produce the best piece you can from a given piece of wood has seen you 'win'. Hang in there mate!
First, I am sorry you were injured while turning this piece, and I am very glad that, from what I can see, you healed quickly and completely. Sure hope there were no lingering issues. I kept seeing this piece as a base for a table arrangement. Dried flowers? Or perhaps a riff on a Thanksgiving horn of plenty? A unique, multi use piece. 👍👍👍
Oh my. I'm a newby to turning. Recently rapped a knuckle on the chuck. Well the skin grew back. Got me a kevlar glove right handy to the lathe. Le sson learned. Beautiful job.
I really admire your tenacity and determination on this one Phil - especially after it bit a chunk out of your hand! But the end result was an unusual but still beautiful piece. It kinda resembles a slipper and the bark looks like crocodile skin. I really like it!
I admired your bravery. It looked dangerous, with you flying blind at one point. If it were me, and it whacked my hand, it would go straight on the firewood pile. A good result though. Your suggestion of a wall light would look good, next to your front door, or someone else's.
I would have attacked it a little differently, but it would not have gotten it the unique look that you got. I do like the end result! Very interesting piece for sure.
Thanks for your comment, Billy, I really appreciate it! I did consider making this a vase, and during the turning I thought that may have been the best choice, but I like the outcome, as well. Thanks again!
I find it funny when you do the time laps... the log appears to be slowly rotating but we can see chips of wood just appearing and flying away out of no where. Very fun to watch.
Phil What a great bowl, I am thinking it would be a great piece to use as a prop for a photographer to use as a seat for a baby picture or animals in a forest shot. Great job as always! Ron
Wow Phil, I have been sitting on the edge of my seat watching you working on that piece, every time you went to shut the lathe down I was cringing you didn't get caught with that sharp edge. stay safe form Scotland.
I do woodcarving and managed to stab myself with a very sharp chisel....I have learnt to put my tools down first before trying to do something else with said tool in hand ---3 stitches later!
I could see this piece caused you a load of problems Phil but it shows the viewer all your artistic bravery, well done buddy. I really love it. Graham UK.
Probably would have been more fun with softer wood. The video shows you to be a very methodical craftsman with standards and some dating. I am so glad your equipment, skill, and methods were up to the level of your determination. Looks to me like a Thanksgiving table heirloom! 🦃🥧☕
Thank you, Phyllis, it was just a scratch or a bruise, I can't even remember, now. About the same thing happens just getting out of bed every morning. LOL! 😊
Hahaha... Thanks for the laugh, Michael! I'll never do that again! Thank you very much for your subscription. I will try to be worthy of your time in future videos. Phil
That is just wild ....but impressive that you stuck with it! Watching this video made me think about incorporating a ‘deadman switch’ to step on to kill power to the lathe, in case of any accident. Would also be useful for when you are doing the final removal of the tenan (sp) center piece so you could two hands in use on the tool.
That's a great idea, Ron! You should talk to the lathe manufacturers about the foot switch. Many lathes, including mine, have an extra switch. I keep mine near the tailstock but I suppose I could set it on the floor. I'll give that some thought. Phil
Wow Phil! That was a crazy undertaking! What were you thinking?! Lol. Looks pretty smooth and the finish came out great! Glad you didn't lose your hand! Sorry I haven't been watching but been in the hospital with breathing issues. Glad to be home again! Take care and see you in the next one friend
Mike Bristow. Liked how you persevered and showed the faults as well as the successes. Gave me a lot of confidence knowing it's not all plain sailing. I thought about putting a chalk mark or some sort of visible mark to make the edge stand out when it's turning. I anticipated an injury when operating the controls. The finished product looks pretty good. I really enjoyed your video. Thanks. Mike
Thanks, Mike, and I really enjoyed your comment! A chalk mark, piece of tape, YES, why didn't I think of that? Great idea for next time! But, there will never be another one of these, I learned my lesson! Thank you so much for taking your time to watch and your great comment! Phil
