A CRACKING OAK experiment - Woodturning project
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- Опубликовано: 13 ноя 2023
- 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.
Thanks for watching and feel free to leave comments in the chat below.
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Love how you are always trying new ways of turning wood
Thanks Sandra 😀
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.
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 😀
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!
Wow thanks so much Ronnie, that means so much to me, all the best, Mike 😃
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Love it when I see someone just embrace an error as a lesson for the future. Well done, another beauty.
Thank you very much James, I have no problem with making a mistake, it really is the best way to learn something new 😀
Very cool
My first husband did beautiful wood turning.
And your second? 😀
The jury's out with the wing, elegant shape
Haha I have no problem with that 😀
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.
Haha thanks Nana, I was a little worried I may not get to the end but it was ok 😁
@@MikeHolton You kidding? It was great!
@@nanalefevre3670 Thanks, you are so kind 😀
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!
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 😀
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!
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
That looks great. The use of the router was great, and being able to use different bits will make greater and greater results.
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 😀
That vase is absolutely beautiful
Thanks Sue, difficult but fun 😊
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!
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 😀
Ahhh wonderful! A good wood turning video while I settle into my after work time.
Glad you enjoyed it, all the best, Mike 😀
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.
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 😀
Thankyou for teaching us something new and also for the jig instructions I really enjoy your channel
My pleasure Diana, that the first jig I have ever made for my lathe 😃
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
Thanks so much my friend, I have so many ideas I have to write them down 🤣
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!
Thanks Steve, I appreciate that, all the best, Mike
Do love a bit of experimenting, never gets boring.
Thanks Chris, me too 😁
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.
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 😃
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!!
You are welcome Amy, I will be trying more so keep an eye out 😀
Very nice work Mike. Thank you for trying new stuff. That's why I watch your channel.
Thanks Loran, the next time I try this is will be better 😃
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
So true, mistakes are all part of the learning process and are essential to better understanding, all the best, Mike 😀
Very daring and brave to use router and cuts all, love it, inspiring, thanks mate
Glad you enjoyed it John 😁
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.
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 😀
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.
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 😀
Mike these are stunning pieces of work and you have shown the grain off amazingly
Cheers Doug, I love to learn new things and have a play 😃
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. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thanks so much Roy, I really enjoyed making this one 😀
The process of rounding a rough piece off and then flattening the end is endlessly fascinating to me :)
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.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate you saying that 😀
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.
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 😀
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.
You are more than welcome Teresa, all the best, Mike 😀
Love it. That fluid worked a treat. ❤❤❤
Thanks John, must admit it worked a lot better than I thought it could 😀
This would look great as a lamp very nice piece
I think so too! 😀
Watching again during the move....
Thanks so much 👍
Really like the approach Mike. Can't wait to see what you do with your new found skills.
Thanks Lois, I have so many ideas I think my brain may explode 😀
Very cool project. The shape would have made a very beautiful lamp
I think so too Mary and did cross my mind a few times as I was making it 😀
That's really pretty. Would be nice with white flowers in it.
Thanks Karen, not sure what to do with it yet but that is certainly one idea 😃
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
Thank you very much, these things need to be tried 😀
Thank you for charing this beautiful experiment. Love it 😊
Thanks Alda 😊
Great experiment.... No project is perfect... Only gets better with practice.... Keep on going Mike
Exactly Dale, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀
Thanks for sharing Mike.
You are a real inspiration and a great problem solver. I’m glad you used router and jig eventually
Thanks, I'm a slow learner but I get there in the end lol 😂
Still enjoying watching the channel Mike and love to see the variety and experimentation.
Great seeing the increase in Subs as well!
Thanks so much Shaun, I still feel like it's all a dream 😂, all the best, Mike 😀
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.
Thanks, there is a lot going on with this piece 😀
A very Groovy project Mike. ;) I've sworn off working with Oak because of the cracking problem.
Yes it can be bad but I just try and work around them or work with them 😃
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!
Thanks so much Lornacy, I love happy accidents 😀 all he best, Mike
Great challenge . For a first try it is a beautiful vase. Even with the little knicked piece. I love it that way. ❤
Thanks so much Tracey 😁 really appreciate that 😊
Someday, when you're in between projects, would you make a video giving us a tour of your workshop and tools? I think it would be fascinating!
haha thanks Kate, it would not be a very long video, my workshop is about 12ft x 8ft, video would take about 30 seconds 😂
It’s great that you try these new techniques I take my hat off to you well done.
Thank you very much Robert, all the best, Mike 😀
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!! ❤
Thanks Cynthia, I love to learn and push my boundaries, it really is the best way to improve and have fun 😀
Nice work Mike! It's always good to learn new things. Take care and GOD BLESS 🙏🏻!
Thanks so much Stephanie and learning makes me happy 😀 all the best, Mike
@@MikeHolton Stephen lol
@@stephendonathan6782 Haha so sorry Stephen, it was early when I replied, I must have been half asleep 🤣
Brilliant and brave yet again!
Thanks Liza 😁
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.
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
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.
Thank you very much David, I have used test tubes before and have a pile waiting for a future use 😃
Very cool. Looks very industrial. I like it.
I think so too! 😃
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 👍👍
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 😀
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.
Thanks my friend, all the best, Mike
Thank you for sharing the experience. Looks great with the contrasting colours.
Thank you! Cheers Vince, first step is taken so now I can work on getting better 😁
I really enjoyed this video. Wonderful vase.
Thanks so much Jayne 😀
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.
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 😀
👍👍Very nice! I like the ebonizing process.
Thank you very much! 😀
Great job as usual Mike very nice vase.
Glad you like it 😀
Love your videos. Just want to keep watching. Your creativity is amazing
Thank you so much!
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 🌞
Haha thanks Ray, it was great to meet you and your lovely wife as well. All the best, Mike
I really like your experimentation and you turned out another great looking piece.
Thank you very much Bob 😀
A neoclassical appearance, quite at odds with the material which is interesting. Multiple levels of experimentation. Keep it up!
Thanks Tony, now I have an idea what I'm doing I know I can do a lot better 😀
Not sure if I was going to like the ebony color, but it turned out really nice. The flute’s turned out really nice as well.
Thanks, my techniques need work but we are getting there 😀
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
Hi Larry, I will do one fairly soon, all the best, Mike 😀
love the neck on that oak! beautiful!
Me too! I do like the shape and want to make another, I have a beautiful piece of elm that would be perfect for this.
looking forward to seeing that one!
@@cottrilltoolwoodworks me too, I have a few projects I want to do first but I will do it.😀
Stunning piece. Love it!!
Thank you very much! 😀
How fun!
Thanks Mega 😀
A nice piece indeed sir. Thanks for the post.🌿
You are welcome Rob, thanks for watching 😀
Nice job!
Thanks Frank 😀
Your videos put me in a "zen" mindset. A great relief from political bad news!
Thank you!
Thanks so much, the news is just depressing at the moment, all the best, Mike 😃
I might have to make a bid on the ash bowl the colour is extraordinary. Keep up the great work
Thanks so much, I appreciate your support, all the best, Mike 😀
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 💪💪
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 😃
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
Thank you very much, it's fine not to like something, this is not my favourite either 😀
Nice work.
Thanks David 😀
Thanks for sharing the creative learning experience 😊
My pleasure Maria 😊
Always inspiring. Thanks Mike
You are welcome Sarah and thanks for watching 😀
Loving all your work ❤
Hello again 😀
Very nice, Mike.
Thanks Audrey 😀
Love oak!
Me too 😀
Loved the learning process!
Me too Susannah, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀
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!
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 😀
This channel always makes my Tuesday so much better. Keep experimenting its great.
Thanks so much Rex, you have just made me smile 😃
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. 👍
Thanks Derek 😃
Another great turn Mike nicely done as always 😊👍
Thanks William👍have a great day 😀
This one is so informative, with trial and error. I really like the look of the vase too.
Thanks Rachel, I'm happy to experiment and find ways not to do things 😀
Very interesting project. I can see several possible uses for ebonizing. Thanks much
You are welcome Max, I have a few more ideas as well 😁
Very interesting piece! Thank you for sharing.
You are more than welcome 😀
Very interesting. A good learning experience watching the video. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! All the best, Mike 😃
I love oak, nuff said.
Thanks for your entertaining and beautiful work.
I do too, thanks Mick 😃
I love the enthusiasm for pushing the envelope. Not sure I like the ebonising (I’m a huge fan of seeing the natural grain pop) but I love the routing pattern!
Thanks Louis, ebonising is not for everyone but personally I do like it. All the best, Mike
Hats off to you for experimenting! I tend to be much more timid, myself so seeing you diving right in is inspiring! 👍
haha thanks Tom, this is what I'm trying to achieve, I don't mind experimenting and making mistakes, hopefully you can take the next step without doing the same. All the best my friend, Mike 😃
Great work plus your presentation of your projects is very welcome as your thoughts make it a pleasure to watch and learn ❤
Thank you very much Trevor, all the best, Mike 😀
Interesting piece, lots was learnt this end.
Same here 😃
Mike, you make me want to go to our community wood shop and jump on a lathe. Sadly, it closed now.
However, you do inspire me.
That is such a shame Tom, there may be some turning clubs near to you 😀
Your projects look well. Wood is way more flexible than working with metals.
You have that right, look back on my video's and you will see me having a go at turning aluminium 😀
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.
Thanks Susan, the grain is just beautiful 😀
Personally I think it's beautiful and like you said you learn as you go so thank you for sharing the experience 😊
Thanks so much Troy 😃