Turning the COLOSSUS - the African Mahogany woodturning project
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- In this exciting woodturning project, I take on the challenge of transforming a massive slab of African Mahogany into a stunning bowl. Join me as I demonstrate the art and craft of woodturning, showcasing techniques and tips for turning large pieces of timber into beautiful, functional art.
From preparing the colossal piece of African Mahogany to the final touches, watch every step of the process and see how this magnificent wood reveals its true beauty. Whether you're a seasoned woodturner or just starting out, there's something for everyone in this project.
And as a special thank you to my amazing subscribers, the finished bowl will be given away to one lucky subscriber! Make sure to watch the video to the end to find out how to enter the giveaway.
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love me a fat bottomed bowl, they make the turning world go round!
Very good!
Haha, I'm going to have that song in my head all night now lol 😃
That’s so clever! As clever as Mike is with his designs and workmanship!
Ha, Ha, Ha
@@SantaClause-m9h I hope Mike doesn't try to turn a bicycle!
(Where the heck is my router...)
Mike, I love the shape of the bowl. That is your part. The wood grain that part is in the hands of another Master. You have done Him proud.
Thanks Bryce 😃
I declare you the wood whisperer. Gorgeous piece.
Wow, thank you! 😃
The African mahogany is beautiful
I agree, it's one of the best pieces I've seen 😃
I used to work in an old estate house that had a whole room panelled in 200 yo Brazilian Mahogany that looked just like that! It was gorgeous!
Wow, I can just imagine!!
The chatoyance is… other-worldly. I can’t think of another word to describe it. Mesmerizing, maybe. Wow. Just… wow.
Here’s a smooch for Hooch 😘😘😘
Thanks again Amie, Hooch is getting lots of smooches when I get home lol 😆
Wow! That piece glows! What beautiful wood, smart turning to show off all of that lovely grain. Whoever wins will be getting a treasure:)!
Thanks so much Lisa 😃
This is a beautiful bowl, Mike! Enjoy your time away with your wife. 😊
Thank you, I will Andrea 😃
A Fantastic wood & a fantastic woodturner give a fantastic piece of art!
Many thanks! 🙏
That's lovely. For years I have been telling people to turn Mahogany because it's a most underrated wood.
Best Wishes, Brendan.
It really is, as long as you get the right piece 😃
I was a little scared when you started adding sparkles to the resin, because the piece is so stately, classic, and perfectly understated, and I didn't want to see glitter distracting from that vibe, but as usual... you made the right choice. Love it.
Thank you so much, the sparkles are very subtle 😃
I like the two tiered effect
Thanks! 😃
Gorgeous.
If I won this I would give it to my son and his fiancée who are getting married on the 26th!
I’m sure they are fed up of getting “Dad” turned presents.
This would be an exotic change. 🤞
An Awesome African Art piece.
Always a pleasure to look and learn!
🙏
Thanks, please send on my congratulations 😃
Artists, whether it be turning or painting or any other artform, always make it look easy, when in reality it's not.
Thanks Nigel 🙂
Felt like yelling stop, it’s already so beautiful with just the outside finished. And then it got even better. Just Wow. I’m glad that wood decided not to just stay in the wood pile.
Thanks so much 😊
Hi Mike. I agree with your assessment about the choice for top and bottom. You definitely made the right call. That bowl is beautiful!! Love the special touch on the rim. 😊
Thanks Matilda 😃
❤❤ Wow Mike, That Mahogany bowl is exquisite! I love the way you allow the wood to speak to you as you work to bring out the artistic flow to inspire you from start to finish. Only a true artist can accomplish that. Whoever wins this beautiful piece of art will be very lucky and envied by all. 😊❤ good luck everyone xxx 😊 😂wondering if I could actually manifest this bowl onto my corner tv unit! Hahaha 🤣 thanks for creating such beautiful art and sharing your love of your craft and the process with us all Mike, it a pure joy to engage with you throughout your videos. ❤😊
Thanks so much Shelley, doing what the wood wants is so much easier than trying to force it into something, basically what I'm saying is I'm lazy 😂
🤣🤣🤣🤣 no not lazy, creative. 😉❤️
Classically beautiful bowl in a classic wood, but with an acorn cup twist. Lovely.
Thank you! Cheers Victor 😄
Oh my goodness that woodgrain is gorgeous!! Id never understood when craters would say "lets let the wood help decide what it wants to become" (or something along those lines). Since recently actually beginning wood-turning myself I finally really do get it! Gorgeous piece! I am glad you brought out the beauty potential within it! I learn so much from watching you each and every video, thank you for sharing your journey!
Thanks Perry, when you start doing it yourself you certainly start to understand 😃
I love turning Mahonogy! My husband gives me his Honduran Mahonogy scraps from his cutting boards he makes. It turns like butter. The Chaytoyance is amazing on the bowl! A lovely piece, Mike!
Offcuts!! How mean lol, I would give you big pieces lol 😃
What a fantastic bowl! I love the inlay, it is so beautiful. Whoever wins it is incredibly lucky 💖
Thanks so much 😃
Absolutely the most beautiful grain. You have the “Eye” for great shapes and letting the bowl talk to you!
Thank you so much 😀
The grain is fabulous and the craftsmanship is superb as always. Thanks, Mike!
Thanks so much John 😃
I love how you let the wood tell you how it should be shaped❤
Thanks Jayne 😃
sorry I am 6 days late with my reaction, my laptop had died. I had never seen african mahogany before , very impressive wood and I love what you made here. Hope you will be working with this type of wood again.
Thanks Miri, no need to apologise, it's not homework lol 😃
I don't have the words to fully express how much I love this bowl. It. Is. Stunning!! Seriously, I want to be you and have this talent when I grow up. 😁
My favorite words, though: "I love sparkles." Made me laugh!
Another beautiful piece, Mike. Thank you for sharing. ☺️
Haha you're welcome Cynthia, I really enjoyed making this one and it's true, I do love sparkles 😃
I was brought up in Tanzania, our furniture was of African Mahogany! How nostalgic is that? Absolutely gorgeous Mike. ( as usual)
So cool! Thanks! 😃
I’m not a wood turner, but I do find joy in watching what you create, all your work is so beautiful, if I were in my 20’s you would have created another woodcarver 😊 I had just finished watching the Yew lamp with copper mesh, also so cool
Thank you for sharing what you do with us😊
You are more than welcome, it's never too late to give it a go 😃
Great job, my friend. That is one beautiful bowl! I hope I win this giveaway. I would love to own this piece. Thank you for sharing your videos with us.
Good luck! and you're very welcome my friend 😃
The “platter” is a really nice touch. Looks great!
Thanks so much! 😊
You do amazing work. Your wife is so lucky to have the things you make. I think I would be watching over your shoulder every time you made something. ❤❤❤❤❤
Thanks Sandra, she is running out of places to put stuff lol 😃
As a hunter for burls, crotch woods, root balls and spaulted heartwoods I find myself up to my knees in shavings during the roughing phase. I look on in envy at your meticulous processes. In defence of my rougher approach, I personally like to see what emerges from my chaos…always a surprise when an ugly, piece of firewood yields a wooden gem. Thanks for your sharing your thought processes.
Thanks Bill, if you look back at some of my videos you will see me doing the same thing
It looked so beautiful before you cut it on the band saw... A bowl on a pedestal... what a wonderful lesson on going with the flow. And a valuable lesson concerning the tape. Awesome piece!
Thank you so much Shelley 😀
Wow, this bowl is an absolute stunner! Watching you transform that massive slab into such a beautiful piece of art was mesmerizing. You really bring out the best in every piece of wood you work with! Thanks for sharing your talent and techniques with us! 🥰
You're welcome and thanks 😃
Bandsaw delight!
I think we were all waiting for the stuck-on bit to fly off with some dramatic effect. But actually you kept it completely safe.
I really enjoyed watching you making this bowl. Minimum of fuss maximum impact its a joy and someone is going to be very lucky.
I could listen to and watch you all day Mike just seeing what you create.
Thanks so much my friend 😃
The “Acorn Bowl”!? What positive thing can I say that wasn’t already said by so many of your fans. Another great art piece Mike. Thank goodness for you and your 3/4” gouge!
Joe CA
Thanks Joe and it's 1/2" 😃
Oh! Somehow I thought you said in your interview on Yandles that you and your 3/4” gouge have a loving relationship! Maybe you said 1/2”?
@@joeribak Pretty sure I said 1/2 " lol I'll go back and check 😃
I just watched it again. And yes, you certainly did say 1/2”! Whatever tools you use, they are definitely magic wands for you! You’re the best!
@@joeribak Wow thanks Joe!
I love the way you let the wood dictate the design as you went along, and it worked beautifully. Such an amazing bowl, for a lucky winner. Me, me, me! Well, I'm definitely in the draw....
Haha yes you are, quite a few times 🤣
Everything you put into your hands comes out exquisitely. I love how you let the wood talk to you, and how you let it conduct you into the perfect bowl. I think this one is the favourite of all that you have made so far. The almost out-worldly wood, the sweet shape, the resin edge, the finish… I can’t express how much I would love to add that to my home. A perfect bowl for lemons and perhaps mandarins on the table. ❤❤❤
Thanks so much, I just loved making this one 😃
Of course I'll comment, even if I babble incoherently, for a chance at that gorgeous bowl!
Haha thanks Dolores 😃
What a lovely piece of mahogany. The inlay was clever. Mahogany always gives a nice finish.. a good solid bowl. JC.
Thanks JC, I have more of this wood 😃
Sure is a beauty. The black resin looks great with the mahogany
Thanks my friend 😃
What a beautiful piece. As an amateur turner I dream of the day when I can create something as beautiful as this.
Thanks so much, you can do it 😃
When one lets the wood tell the turner what to do, and the turner can listen and interpret with the requisite levels of skill (and that turner is a certain Mike Holton); My Word, what a masterpiece can be created!! Masterful. As others have commented, the inherent simplicity, with the subtle enhancements you added, make a superb bowl. I love the look of it; I would love to win it to love the feel of it!!
Thanks David, good luck! 😃
I've had a couple pieces of antique furniture that were mahogany and it is one of my absolute favorite woods! Absolutely gorgeous! And the chatoyance in that piece! Oh my goodness
Thanks so much, this is really a special piece of wood! 😃
That was one very impressive chunk of wood and that bowl definitely does it justice.
Thanks Ben, the grain is just amazing! 😃
This came out as a real lovely piece. And, by the way, this is exactly the amount of using resin I like - when it's supporting the wood and not replacing it.
Thanks! It's how I prefer to use resin 😃
Very nice bowl. When we “listen” to the wood, the end project may be smaller yet more satisfying.
I completely agree 😀
This time around quite anamoured with the profile and the black resin ring. Very beautiful indeed.
Thanks 😊
Mahogany is such a stunning wood. Good job showing the natural beauty of the wood with the addition of the resin band. Great Job.....as usual !!!
Thank you very much! 🙏
I would absolutely LOVE to have this bowl. That wood is incredible.
Thanks, you have a chance 😃
Now I'm not sure i could part with something so beautiful but someone is surely going to be a happy bunny.
The contours of the wood really comes to life with a few coats of shine. That tape mark looked a bit of a worry at first but now with the black resin inlay that really is a stand out piece. I'm already looking forward to your next creation! Just wish they taught us woodwork at school!!
Thanks so much, I have such an amazing family of supporters on here I'm more than happy to give it away 😃
Wow Mike, you nailed this one. One of my favorites that you’ve done! And you still have a good chunk of mahogany left to play with!
Thanks William, I do and I have another lump in the shed 😃
I knew it was going to be great when I could see some chatoyancy before you started sanding! So beautiful, and the inlay just give the pattern a subtle extra ooomph.
Thanks so much Susan 😃
I love that you are happy to work around the faults in the wood and still produce a stunning piece. ❤
Thank you, faults are all part of nature 😃
Beautiful, absolutely beautiful Mike. The Chatoyance from the beginning held so much promise and you not only did it justice but you excelled. Amazing.
Thanks Jim! 😃
Enjoy your upcoming holiday, Mrs H deserves a break after the six months or so you've had. Don't relax too much though you've to work out what the other half (the Mahogany other half 😂) is going to be.🌞⛱️🤔
How beautiful is that grain?!? It looked almost to be glowing sometimes with layers of translucence - I'm sure whoever wins that is going to treasure it, thanks for sharing its journey with us :)
Thanks Tin, you never know it could be yours! 😃
I used mahogany a lot when I built my first two boats. The odd way the grain lays made sharp tools imperative. I’m impressed that you didn’t have any issues, but then you do sharpen your tools regularly!
Thanks Melvyn, I do, I think I resharpened my gouge about 5-6 times during the turning just to keep on top of it. Sharpening takes seconds so no need to ever work with a dull tool. 😃
Hi Mike, I think this is the first African mahogany I have seen turned. As always your design skills show on this fabulous piece. The decision to put the inlay on the edge was correct. Thanks for the video looking foreword to the next one.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thanks so much Roy 😃
That’s gorgeous wood even before you work on it! The curve you carved reflects the grain- stunning; both look like a desert sandstorm. I bet it’s incredible to touch. Another beauty!
Thank you so much Susannah, it feels absolutely amazing! 😀
Nice one, Mike. Great concept making a one piece bowl on a stand. I was reminded of the bowl and pitcher sets my late wife collected. Thank you for the memories!
You're welcome Cody 😃
Wow, I love mahogany, such great grains in them. Awesome job on the bowl, there was a few rotty bits for sure. the black epoxy at the end was a good touch. Perfecto! Good luck all
Thanks Barb 😁
Another wonderful creation. The curve is showing off the woodgrain beautifully.
Absolutely love it.
Thank you so much Bryan😀
Oh my goodness that grain is stunning, such beautiful wood!
I think so too! 😃
That piece of wood was absolutely gorgeous. Great job Mike! You did justice to that wood and made a beautiful piece!
Thank you very much William ☺️
Hello Mike. Well, you got me this time! I was so intent on watching this turning I messed up the knitting I was doing at the same time. So I now have a few rows to unpick. But it is really worth it to watch this beautiful bowl come to life. Thank you. Oh - and have a lovely holiday with your wife.
Thanks Angela, sorry about your knitting 😁
Ooooooo.....i was holding my breath while you poured the inlay in. You have a steady hand, i would have gotten it all over the bowl & halfway up my elbows !!!! 😅 That is so beautiful ❤
Haha it's just practice lol 😃
Absolutely stunning piece, the mahogany really shines through, I love the grain of this one and the black resin really compliments the woods color
Thanks Rena 😃
Holy crap, actually made it into the contention for a giveaway for once! Also that bowl is just unreasonably beautiful. I thought for a moment there was a scratch on the side as you got to final polish, and then realized it was the reflection of light off the chantosey of the wood.
Thanks! The chatoyance of this wood is incredible! 😃
What a striking bowl. Any one would be fortunate to win it. I look forward to the drawing. Keep up the awsome work. Can hardly wait to see what's next!
Thanks Bob, not sure what I'm making next lol 😃
A gorgeous piece of wood now a gorgeous bowl. Very well done. Some wonderful grain patterns and chatoyance in the African mahogany.
Dave.
Thanks Dave, I have another big piece of this ☺️
Another stunning piece, someone is going to have a keepsake they can treasure.
I hope so Simon 😊
Will flattery get me somewhere? Actually I've never been a flatterer, but you do have a God given talent. She's beautiful of course.
Thanks so much 😃
@@MikeHolton, Thank You!
Absolutely beautiful design ❤❤❤ Such beautiful wood. My dining room table 3as made by my great grand father out of cherry with mahogany inlay. One of my favorite pieces of his. I am fortunate that I have the furniture he made in the 1800’s.
Wow that is pretty amazing! 😃
It's mesmerizing to watch that beautiful wood fulfill its potential in a very special piece. Love the black resin accent.
Thanks Steve 😃
Fantastic piece of wood, turned into another fantastic project. Great use of Milliput rather than losing more height. Thanks for sharing again. Enjoy your holiday.
Thank you very much! 😃
I love the shape and the wood is gorgeous! Anyone would be happy to have that bowl, but I’m pretty sure I’m more deserving than the others!🤪😂😜
I totally agree Brenda 😂
WHOOOOAA! That is super snazzy. The shape is wonderful.
Thanks 😃
I really appreciate the pieces (which have such simple lines / form). Mike - this one's gorgeous!
Thanks so much 😃
As soon as you said sparkles my partner was sold. Amazing work Mike.
Haha thanks 😃
You started with beautiful wood (the chatoyance already after the first cut!) and it just became more beautiful by the minute. And you made something so elegant out of it!
Thanks so much Judith 😃
What a beautiful piece of mahogany and the bowl turned out so beautiful. Since the block was so deep I was thinking how beautiful it would have been if you could have cored out a second bowl. Job well done. Keep up the good work. I'm sure you are inspiring many turners!
Thank you so much! Unfortunately I do not have a coring system
absolutely beautiful piece, the figure on this was something else
Thanks so much 😃
Beautiful! I really like how you had no idea how it would turn out. You let the wood determine its final shape. Wonderful!
Thanks John, sometimes it's the best way 😃
I made it less than 2 minutes in and fell in love with that piece of wood before you even started to describe it. African Mahogany is, in my opinion, just about the prettiest wood on the planet. I’ll add a comment on the finished piece below this after I watch the entire video.
Thanks Geoff and it sure is pretty! 😃
@@MikeHolton I’m watching it as we speak.
Just finished watching. Just about speechless. WOW! The shape perfectly suits the wood, and I really love the way the grain has an almost holographic effect when you maneuver it in the lights. Another amazing job! I think this is one of your best. It just speaks to me.
@@geoffreywood5808 Thanks so much, the holographic effect in wood is called chatoyance and this piece looks like it is on fire! I was very lucky to be able to get it!
@@MikeHolton Yes. I’ve noticed it to some extent in other pieces, but this one is phenomenal!
Great idea to make it look like a bowl sitting on a pedestal.
Thanks Steve 😃
I am not a wood turner, but I love wood turning videos. You have inspired me to try it... one day. Such a beautiful creation! I like the style you present in.
Thank you very much Gerald, I hope you try it one day 😃
That is an absolutely beautiful piece. Even better that you have decided to give it away. Well done Mike.
You're welcome Tony, my viewers are amazing and deserve something special 😃
Mike. Nice touch putting that bead along the bottom... Awesome artwork as usual... I really love this piece... Awesome wood...
Thank you so much 👍
Amazing to get that beautiful bowl from that blank!
Thank you! Cheers!
Absolutely stunning mahogany bowl Mike great job
Thank you! Cheers Norman 😁
Incredible piece of workmanship.
Thanks Patrick 😃
Another absolutely beautiful piece, Mike.
I really appreciate you sharing your processes with us while you’re creating. I find that part just as fascinating as the physical work.
Thanks Robin 😃
I love it, the the inlay adds that final touch.
Thanks Angela 😃
Having just finished my own first piece of woodturning gives me a newfound appreciation of your work, I can only hope to get this good over time
It's just practice, I've been turning 3 1/2 years now 😃
That is absolutely awesome & you arent even finished yet !
Thanks Nana 😃
Incredibly beautiful type of wood, beautiful design of the bowl and the icing on the cake is the inlay on the top, ❤
Thanks Edith 😃
Beautiful piece of mahogany. Love the accent ring.
Thank you very much! 😊
That turned out really nice. I am always amazed at how you let the wood talk to you.
Thank you very much Joe 😃
That is absolutely beautiful, the black inlay really makes it. Thank you!
Thanks so much 😊
The scale of the detail line is perfect and those linear features are a great accent to the flaming grain. One of your best!
Awesome, thank you Penny 😃