Woodturning - Firewood Mould To Wooden Gold

Update - I am planning a giveaway when the channel reaches 500 subscribers. Just add a comment to the video to be entered into a draw and you will receive one of the pieces I make. I have something special planned for the giveaway piece! Make sure you also subscribe and give the video a thumbs up so we can get to that number quicker!
Ever wondered what can be done with a piece of firewood covered in mould? Watch my latest woodturning exploits as I take a piece of wood destined for the fire and transform it into a bowl. This is only the 3rd bowl I've ever turned so I am still learning the techniques, but overall I am happy with the end result.
00:00 Fixing the faceplate to the blank
00:42 Mounting the wood to the lathe
01:02 Roughing down
01:55 A bowl shape emerges
02:38 Making a tenon
04:26 Sanding the outside
05:01 Reversing the blank
05:36 Hollowing the bowl
06:50 Shaping the edges
07:55 Mounting the jam chuck
08:05 Shaping the foot
09:02 Sanding the finishing
09:13 Reveal
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Ben's Got Wood
A bit about me - my name is Ben and this channel is documenting my very first attempts at woodturning. As a beginner, I'm eager to explore the art of shaping wood into beautiful, functional pieces through the mesmerising process of woodturning.
Through trial and error, I'm learning valuable lessons and gaining insights that will shape my skills. If you are a seasoned woodturner, I'd appreciate any help and guidance along the way - I know I have a lot to learn!
Join me as I embark on this adventure. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on my woodturning journey. / @bensgotwood
Here are some of my videos so far! - • Woodturning - Shedding...
Thank you for being a part of this incredible experience!
Please note my videos are for entertainment purposes only and are not meant as instructional videos. I am not a professional woodturner and some of the techniques I use are trial and error and probably not correct - in fact I'm surprised I still have all my fingers! I hope you enjoy the videos!

[@brucepigeon3671]

I have to wonder how many of these nice little bowls I have burned up to heat my shop. I will have to be more watchful in the future. Great turning.🤑

[@BensGotWood]

I know, it makes you think doesn’t it!

[@michaelcoslo6497]

What a pretty little bowl - now I don't want to burn any more of my fire wood! 😊

[@BensGotWood]

So true! I’ve definitely been looking at firewood differently since making this piece -

[@BensGotWood]

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[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

Very nicely done. One suggestion, narrate your videos. Us beginners need to know what you're doing.

[@BensGotWood]

Hi, thanks for the comment. I’m also new to woodturning so I am learning as I go. However, I do agree with you that narration would be good so I have narrated my latest video which will go live on Sunday. I’m also starting a giveaway for when we reach 500 subscribers. 🤩

[@frankbrislin4378]

BensGotWood , 8:05 I thought you were going to make a matching cup for a second. 😂😂😂

[@BensGotWood]

😂😂 not a bad idea to be fair 🫣

[@user-xm4ep1rl1j]

Lovely ...and it's not even dipped in epoxy!
How refreshing.

[@BensGotWood]

Thank you. I’ve not tried epoxy - maybe one day! 😅

[@knothead5]

Very nice bowl from firewood to fantastic. I was thinking of a different faceplate than what you used. Saw on in the background; mine threads directly on the headstock. I was a bit uneasy with the wobble when placed on the jamb chuck. Thanks for the video. No narration but the video said it all.

[@BensGotWood]

Hey. Thank you for the nice comments. Firewood to Fantastic - I think that might be a video title in the future! Yes the wobble was not great, but I’ve made up some wood jaws for the next piece, so hopefully that will fix that. And also, I’ve literally just come in from the workshop as I’ve been making a video for release on Sunday - this one will have narration! I’ve been a bit nervous so far to narrate as I’m new to woodturning but I thought I’d give it a go. Hope it turns out ok! Will see I guess. Anyway, thanks again for your comments 👍🏻

[@woodys_woodwork]

Very nice

[@BensGotWood]

Thank you - that’s kind of you to say 👍🏻

[@Mr_Cleaning_Stuff]

Lovely grain. What wood is it?

[@BensGotWood]

I think it is Horse Chesnut, but I am happy to be told otherwise if anybody is any the wiser?