The ELEPHANT in the room - Woodturning project

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  • @dellearts
    @dellearts Рік тому +5

    I love the natural imperfections. And nothing quite like free wood! :)

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Couldn't agree more! Free wood is just the best 😀

  • @davidloveless5234
    @davidloveless5234 3 місяці тому

    The bowl from the cherrywood elephant is one of my favorites. The bowl from the plank was great to watch and learn from.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  3 місяці тому

      Thanks so much David 😁

  • @stephens2241
    @stephens2241 Рік тому +9

    I've used a microwave to force-dry wood for many years. And you are absolutely correct when you say that the cooling-down period is essential.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Yep, my wife can pay testament to that lol 😀

  • @tonyturnswood
    @tonyturnswood Рік тому +11

    Really love your content, it's like having a buddy in the shop... thank you for all the extra effort you put in! Cheers!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +4

      Hi Anthony, thanks! That is one of the nicest things someone has said and means a lot, thanks 😀

    • @nicholaskrest
      @nicholaskrest Рік тому

      Couldn’t have put it better!

  • @markcannon3266
    @markcannon3266 Рік тому +1

    My wife and I recently found your videos and have really enjoyed watching your projects, and you do really beautiful pieces. The thing that we have noticed is that you do these pieces of light colored wood that turn out awesome, but your method of finishing them makes them appear all yellow. We did see the one where you used the clear shellac, and the bowl remained a more natural wood tone. We know it's your creation to do with as you please, as it should be. To us, it just seems to take away the natural tones and beauty of the wood. We will continue to watch and enjoy your work. Thanks for taking all of us along on your journey.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +2

      Hi Mark, thanks so much for letting me know your thoughts. I really appreciate feedback and always happy to explain why I do things or change due to feedback like yours. In relative terms I'm still fairly new to woodturning and have a lot to learn. The yellow on most pieces was from the shellac which is a beautiful finish but does change the tone of the wood. But now I know more and happily make my own finishes I can make ones more suitable for the wood and using blonde shellac have been a good step forward. Hope this explains a bit better. All the best, Mike 🙂

  • @lesareid9810
    @lesareid9810 6 днів тому

    What a lovely transformation from "trash" to treasure.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  6 днів тому

      Thanks, enjoyed this one 😁

  • @fionakronert5060
    @fionakronert5060 Рік тому

    well done! another beautiful piece,

  • @kristikey8320
    @kristikey8320 Рік тому

    I really enjoy watching you work.

  • @mcnorcan
    @mcnorcan Рік тому +1

    That’s my favorite bowl.

  • @Tseringlhatso
    @Tseringlhatso Рік тому

    What a lovely bowl, and seeing the microwave drying method is really interesting!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks! It is a useful method if you want to dry something quickly 🙂

  • @LOTGiscool
    @LOTGiscool 10 місяців тому

    A very nice, rustic little bowl just waiting to be placed in a quaint log cabin. When I saw that chunk o' tree at the beginning, I was reminded of all the 'logging' me, dad, and an older brother had done as we had large wood burning stoves. Dad and brother are gone now, and so is my wood burner. A gas fireplace sits where the wood burner once was. A lot of poplar trees and pine trees went up the chimney over the decades. Glad I don't do 'logging' anymore. It's a big enough chore to replace batteries in the remote sensor on the stove. LOL!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  10 місяців тому

      Hahaha I can imagine lol 😀

  • @cookiescoop6065
    @cookiescoop6065 Рік тому +1

    Heck yeah sir looks great have a great week ✌️

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks my friend, you too 😀

  • @juliebarker1531
    @juliebarker1531 Рік тому

    some interesting techniques there. Love the end result

  • @nicholaskrest
    @nicholaskrest Рік тому

    Beautiful wood
    Great underlying philosophy!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thank you kindly Nickolas ☺️

  • @susanburrows5288
    @susanburrows5288 Рік тому

    I'm glad you decided to leave that bit of natural divot from the last bit of bark, gives the bowl another level of color and interest. I'm happy that your microwave experiment worked on this complicated piece.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Susan, I can't wait to turn the other pieces I cut off from this but will have to wait a few years 😃

  • @michaelbrennan6582
    @michaelbrennan6582 Рік тому

    9:55 am
    Wow!
    Your woodworking is true art. I am retiring at the end of December and I would like to get into woodworking. You have given me courage to try. Thank you so much!!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Michael and good for you, you never know if you try. I have not been turning that long but just so glad I started 😁

  • @WayneHutchinson-k4j
    @WayneHutchinson-k4j 4 місяці тому

    FOG wood is the best Mike, particularly cherry. Nice pieces like you found are hard to come by (for free). Nice job. Liked the maze turning as well. Thanks so much Mike. I'm really learning from you. Wayne, from across "The Pond".

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  4 місяці тому

      You are more than welcome Wayne and thanks so much for your support 😀

  • @Audie1234
    @Audie1234 Рік тому

    That is just beautiful! ❤ Your Salvage cherry is priceless!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Audie, I love finding wood 😀

  • @graygrand
    @graygrand Рік тому

    Beautiful I like the markings on it

  • @DaleandGail
    @DaleandGail 2 місяці тому

    I saw a video out of Arizona that took old chest freezers and stacked the Mesquite wood into it, then used a light bulb in it. It took very little time and they had dry wood. The Mesquite wood was only about 8” x 3-4’. They joined pieces to make doors. That was truly a unique set of cabinets.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  2 місяці тому

      I bet, I have seen a few people turn fridges into kilns like that, if I can find the room I'll have a go 😀

  • @davidman6024
    @davidman6024 Рік тому

    Very nice and cold turning

  • @davelampkins4086
    @davelampkins4086 Рік тому

    love the way you explain things as you go. Great video

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Dave, I really appreciate the feedback. All the best, Mike

  • @k9insomniac783
    @k9insomniac783 Рік тому +2

    That’s a very beautiful bowl Mike. I don’t think you could have split that cherry log up any better. I bet that longer “trunk” would make an absolutely stunning rolling pin. Brilliant as usual Sir.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks my friend 😁, let me know when your prize arrives please, should not be too much longer but then again it does have a long way to go lol.

    • @k9insomniac783
      @k9insomniac783 Рік тому +1

      @@MikeHolton Every day I get home from work, I walk toward the mailbox in complete anticipation ! I am really looking forward to seeing it. Again Mike, I can’t thank you enough for all the time and effort you put into your channel. The filming and editing, the talent and the patience. And to do give-aways on top of all of it. I truly feel like I’m watching one of my closest friends every time I watch a video. I’m with you all the way my friend.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      @@k9insomniac783 Are you trying to make me cry! 🤣But honestly thanks so much for the kind words and for what it's worth I class you as a friend as well.

  • @LakeviewWorkshop
    @LakeviewWorkshop Рік тому

    Great job Mike, I really enjoy your videos.

  • @brucerowan6630
    @brucerowan6630 Рік тому

    Really enjoy your videos, your turning is exceptional. You let the wood speak to you as you are turning.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Bruce, I have to listen to the wood as it has far better ideas than I do 😂

  • @michaelfelixb1316
    @michaelfelixb1316 Рік тому

    Wunderschön gemacht und es sieht klasse aus👏👌👍

  • @MrErViLi
    @MrErViLi Рік тому

    I love finding road side treasures like that. Great video!
    When you put the CA glue in the cracks, try taking a shop vac with a flexible hose and put the end on the other side and suck the glue into the cracks. Sometimes it doesn't work but when it does you get the glue all the way in the wood.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! That sounds like a great idea, next time I get a chance I'll give it a try 😀

  • @mashmade-airth
    @mashmade-airth Рік тому +1

    Brilliant video Mike. Loads of really good info involved & included. 5 /5 rating my friend 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 👍

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hahaha, thanks for my first ever star rating 😃

  • @crackerjack3359
    @crackerjack3359 Рік тому

    Nice one. My first time on your channel and have subscribes. Here in Montana wood dries very quickly. Your bowl in a paper bag would dry in 2 to months in my workshop. I have not tried the microwave method, but have found that three one hour sessions in the convection oven on minimum setting of 110 degrees works magic. I have also never used the black CA and will try it. I normally use coffee or brass powder. I'm trying to identify your accent, I left the UK circa 1984 and I'm told I have not lost my South Riding accent.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Haha thanks, I've lived all over in the UK but mainly in the North East, near Durham. I think I'm looking at 6 months for these to dry. Thanks for subscribing, really appreciate your support 😁

  • @mellycsa4553
    @mellycsa4553 Рік тому

    I love the colors on the bowl beautiful ❤

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Mel, it has a lot going on 😃

  • @SilverBack.
    @SilverBack. Рік тому

    well done Mike it looks great

  • @MerschWerks
    @MerschWerks Рік тому

    Lovely piece! And that beagle needs a name 😆

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks and you are right, next time I get a chance I'll ask everyone for suggestions. 😃

  • @WoodWizardrybyColin
    @WoodWizardrybyColin Рік тому

    That turned out really nice stunning grain and colour not turned cherry I think I will have a look out for some

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Colin, it really is great wood to turn, you should deff get some 😀

  • @maximilianmusiker5264
    @maximilianmusiker5264 Рік тому

    Wonderful piece 😍

  • @marcplon4396
    @marcplon4396 Рік тому

    Génial !! Très beau résultat !

  • @DougMilleratWoodSpunRound
    @DougMilleratWoodSpunRound Рік тому

    Great bowl Mike! Well done!

  • @williamswhistlepipes
    @williamswhistlepipes Рік тому

    Very nice……..I personally like bowls with a bit of weight about them and a good wall thickness like this one….👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks William, I am exactly the same, wood needs to feel warm, heavy and strong. There is something very reassuring about a heavy bowl.

  • @kenspears7159
    @kenspears7159 Рік тому

    Mike when I cut the inside recess (12:20 ish) , I use a forstener bit that fits my chuck. I makes for a quick and flat connection for the chuck. Well done BTW!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the tip Ken, have you ground down the nub in the center of your bit?

    • @kenspears7159
      @kenspears7159 Рік тому

      @@MikeHolton I did, otherwise it makes nice funnels

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@kenspears7159 🤣

  • @marybethhuson295
    @marybethhuson295 Рік тому

    This cherry bowl turned out absolutely gorgeous!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Mary, can't wait to turn the larger pieces I cut off.

  • @scottfonner
    @scottfonner Рік тому

    Great content,well done Mike!

  • @plumbob916
    @plumbob916 Рік тому

    Good job 👏 👍

  • @deehenry1983
    @deehenry1983 Рік тому

    this is a beautiful bowl. i absolutely love cherry, and i am looking forward to what you do with the rest of the beast :)

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Dee, I love cherry as well, the other bits will hopefully be nice but we will have to wait a good while for the drying to happen.

  • @jimpike3489
    @jimpike3489 Рік тому

    Hi Mike, I absolutely love Elephants, to me they are the most beautiful of all animals. The character in that bowl is stunning, so glad to see a turner not using resin to fill the cracks in the wood. Great use of old candles Mike, thanks for sharing. Subs up to 6.23k

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Jim, subs are going crazy!!! 6350 as I write this. It's very scary and humbling all at the same time. I feel like an imposter that will be found out at any point lol. I know you are not a fan of resin but there is one coming up in a couple of weeks but in this case it was either that or let it become fire wood. All the best, Mike

    • @jimpike3489
      @jimpike3489 Рік тому

      @@MikeHolton Hi Mike, I just subscribed to your friends channel, I looked back at some of his video's and I have watched them previously. Thanks for the recommendation. Jim

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@jimpike3489 Thanks Jim, he's a nice honest guy with way more skill thank I have and I really want him to do well, his level of skill deserves it.

  • @williamweaver4946
    @williamweaver4946 Рік тому

    Beautiful work as always!

  • @brycegenevaostler9359
    @brycegenevaostler9359 Рік тому

    Very nice work Mike. Can't wait to see what you do next week.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Bryce, neither can I, I've not started yet 😃

  • @geraldsimon3268
    @geraldsimon3268 Рік тому

    Going to be beautiful.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      I think so too, thanks Gerald 😃

  • @izzy123412457
    @izzy123412457 Рік тому

    I love your passion

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      That is so nice of you to say, thanks 😃

  • @MarkThompson-ms5wn
    @MarkThompson-ms5wn Рік тому

    great job

  • @lv_woodturner3899
    @lv_woodturner3899 Рік тому +1

    The bowl looks terrific, lots of interesting character. Well done.
    You did get lucky with the microwave process and the piths. I would weigh the completed bowl so you can check the weight in the next few weeks in case more moisture will be lost.
    Another example of getting your chips for free. 😄
    In the US the term fly tipping is not used, it would just be called dumping. Sad that there are many cases of dumping, especially in the bigger cities.
    Dave.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      It's a horrible thing that us unfortunately quite common. We have guys with a van offering to dispose of peoples waste from gardens etc and dispose of it properly, then they just drive to a remote location and dump it out the back of the van. That way they avoid having to pay for it's proper disposal.
      Anyway I managed to get three good bits of wood, 1 cherry and two which I think are beech. 1 is so large I had to ask a passing dog walker to help me lift it into the back on my car.
      Mike

  • @chuckholton4666
    @chuckholton4666 Рік тому

    Hi Mike! My name is Chuck Holton so I thought I'd say hi. Not a very common name. Love your turnings and your videos. I am also a woodworker😊

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Chuck, no you are right, Holton is not a common name, very few of us about. Holton, I believe, means a town in a clearing in a wood or forest. Nice to meet you, where are you from?

    • @chuckholton4666
      @chuckholton4666 Рік тому

      @MikeHolton Hi Mike, I live in western Washington, US

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@chuckholton4666 Cool well it is very nice to meet you :)

  • @jsprankel4712
    @jsprankel4712 Рік тому

    Interesting on using the microwave, Mike. I have used the oven in the kitchen before...on some oak slabs i was working on. That worked out well. The cherry looks beautiful!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! What settings did you use for the oven?

    • @jsprankel4712
      @jsprankel4712 Рік тому

      @@MikeHolton I believe it was 150 F for an hour and a half? Not sure exactly. I googled it!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hahaha thanks 😁

  • @fionacrouch1732
    @fionacrouch1732 Рік тому

    Gorgeous bowl and fascinating that the microwave helps dry the wood.
    I wonder who was the first to say lets try it! Lol
    Thanks for sharing Mike.
    PS I'm running out of previous videos fast and have no idea what I'm going to do for my daily fix then.😢
    Bet you will be glad of no daily comments from me 😂

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Haha, you could start over again I guess 😂😀😅
      I've enjoyed nearly every comment 😜😝😛😂

    • @fionacrouch1732
      @fionacrouch1732 Рік тому

      @@MikeHolton I could start again, couldn't I? 🤔😂

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      @@fionacrouch1732 try going through the playlists 😀

  • @drfill9210
    @drfill9210 Рік тому

    So many times people have left stuff I need on the side of the road "fly tipped" as you say. That's a spot near my gf's house ppl use. I've nearly paved my entire rockery because of that!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Haha, indeed, sometimes good things can happen from bad. 😃

    • @drfill9210
      @drfill9210 Рік тому

      @@MikeHolton ps if you are in the Sydney region, I can get you interesting timber to turn... as a matter of fact I have a lilly pilly in currently taking down. I've made a few perches for my cockatoos out of it and was amazed at the quality of the timber... considering it was green when I made the thing, it's held up brilliantly

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@drfill9210 Thanks, I would love to visit Australia one day and if I do I'll drop you a note :)

  • @joepeanut6827
    @joepeanut6827 8 місяців тому

    I don't know about Linseed oil being food safe. But Beeswax and Coconut oil is. I use it and it works really well and I know it's safe for food or drinking.
    Awsom bowl.

  • @pyxlle
    @pyxlle Рік тому +1

    Anyone who tries to throw away anything:
    Mike: absolutely not
    Beautiful bowl, I've loved watching your back episodes, it's really magical watching these pieces emerge and then of course when the finish goes on! Great stuff!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +2

      Thanks so much Kristine 😀

  • @razmatazmania1
    @razmatazmania1 Рік тому

    Mike.. love your work AND your furhound..😊 what is his.. or is it her.. name? Somehow I feel that you and your wife rescued that cute baby from a fate worse then death.. 🎉🎉 keep on turning my friend..

  • @jbaker7903
    @jbaker7903 9 місяців тому

    I microwave bowls often and I use a 2 minute in cycle so it won't burn. I do use a wooden trivet under the bowl when it is in the microwave and when it is out to cool.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  9 місяців тому

      That's a god idea, thanks 😀

  • @mickwilson127
    @mickwilson127 Рік тому +1

    What a lovely figured piece.
    As always your artistry leaves me in awe!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Mick, glad you liked it 😀

  • @cobberpete1
    @cobberpete1 Рік тому

    I too, have a Microwave in the shed. I usually 'Nuke' for about two minutes followed by a few hours to cool down. Do you have a moister metre? Rather than just weight. I find it more accurate as to the state of the wood. I will have to try the recess on the inside rather than the jam chuck method. Thanks Mike, very entertaining.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Pete, I do have a moisture meter but it is the type with prongs so only measures the surface moisture not what is inside. All the best, Mike

  • @appalachianwoman561
    @appalachianwoman561 Рік тому

    You would have a field day at my house good sir, we had a tornado touch down behind my house on May 16, 2023 and thankfully no damage to the house but loads of downed trees of all sizes all over my backyard. I've got one huge tree of sycamore that I am keeping because it is just beautiful wood, I have no idea what I'm going to do with it but it's so beautiful and flawless looking that I must find a way to have it turned into something to remember the tornado by. I live in a valley in rural southwest Virginia, Lee County Virginia to be exact and I'm just minutes away from the state lines of Tennessee and Kentucky and getting a tornado in this valley is thankfully rare but it happened. It took some large trees, mostly poplars up by the roots, others it broke off 10 to 15 ft up in the air, some smaller trees were twisted onto themselves it was just wild. So you would have plenty of material around here. I'd love to get into wood turning or at least trying it, my neighbors boyfriend who lives behind me does wood working but it's mostly making furniture, bird houses, house repairs etc and he's bought a lot of different power tools and I've learned how to use all of them so I'd love to talk him into getting into turning and then giving it a try. We have people around here that do it, they set up at festivals/parades/craft shows and sell the bowls, walking sticks/canes, and all kinds of beautiful things. So far I can build things and make some bird feeders and houses but that's about it. Perhaps when I finally get my old garage that's falling down upon itself torn down and I can finally put up my new metal building/workshop I will have the room to get into a wonderful hobby like turning. I just know I've got to turn that gorgeous sycamore log and branches into something because it would be a shame to waste such a flawless smooth piece of wood and I'm open to suggestions on what to make.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi, turning is a fantastic hobby but very addictive, that sycamore would be amazing to turn! We don't really get many very bad storms in the UK but they do happen from time to time. You are right I would have a field day with all those trees down! I hope you get your workshop sorted so you can give it a go. All the best, Mike

  • @thehampshirewoodturner
    @thehampshirewoodturner Рік тому

    One mans trash hey Mike!!! more chips for free??. I found some beautiful Hawthorn on the side of the road once with a fantastic root ball on it.
    The finish you have put on that cherry has given it such a gorgeous golden honey colour with a lovely contrast with the bark and central pith.
    I like you tried to dry some Yew in a micro wave and just ended up burning it and being banished from the kitchen. Very much looking forward to that crotch piece turning up in the post
    Take care, Steve

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Haha, yeah apparently the female of the species seem to take offence to the smell of burning wood in the kitchen, I quite liked the oak smell 😀. I'll get it in the post sometime this year, it's well sealed and won't be turntable for a good while yet. But long term it will make for a great joint project, we both turn our respective halves the same week and then get them together 😀. Talk soon my friend.

    • @thehampshirewoodturner
      @thehampshirewoodturner Рік тому +1

      @@MikeHolton Really great idea Mike, Im all up for that

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@thehampshirewoodturner Excellent!

    • @fionacrouch1732
      @fionacrouch1732 Рік тому

      ​@thehampshirewoodturner so are we! 🙂

  • @SeanLain
    @SeanLain 10 місяців тому

    Perfect bark inclusion on the outside.

  • @DarkVoidIII
    @DarkVoidIII Рік тому

    You've done the microwave drying process for a few years now. Have you ever experimented with the same principles that food dehydrators use to dehydrate food, to dry out a piece of wood? Those larger pieces are obviously not going to fit in a small microwave or dehydrator, so looks like a bit of a wait for them. The bowl itself was an excellent piece! 😊👍👍

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Morning, never thought of a food dehydrator, I may do a bit of research. The larger pieces will be ready in about 3-4 years 😀

  • @nanalefevre3670
    @nanalefevre3670 Рік тому

    You know, I don't know anything about anything.... but I can tell already this bowl is going to be absolutely beautiful! I ment to ask you before Mr. MIKE, do you ever get splinters in your hands doing this work?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Nana, whilst turning I never get splinters, I sometimes get them before hand handling the wood but even that is quite rare 😀

  • @LordWolt
    @LordWolt 11 місяців тому

    I was really nervous watching you put that wood in a microwave. But it looks good now😁

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  11 місяців тому

      Haha it works well 😀

  • @user-to6it4vp7k
    @user-to6it4vp7k Рік тому

    Hi Mike.
    You should use white shellac then it would not add colour to your wood. Just a thought.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      I know I keep meaning to get hold of some 😀

  • @mandyray23
    @mandyray23 Рік тому

    Great job. Would love to know if it has cracked or split any more after completion. …knowing what apple is like! Could you update us please.🙏

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Hi Mandy, yes the splits have opened a little more but I di choose the worst possible piece for this experiment lol 😀

  • @lornacy
    @lornacy Рік тому

    I wonder if you could cool it with a handheld hair dryer on a no-heat setting? The air flow would dehydrate a little bit too.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Possible but it's a very expensive way of drying wood 😊

  • @lindagoldberg2325
    @lindagoldberg2325 Рік тому

    Do you expect it to dry more do that it needs to be returned? Depending on the angle, the shellac made the bowl quite yellow. Looking forward to seeing the other pieces.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Linda, it won't need returning, if it moves a bit more it will look even more rustic 😀. The bowl is not in an unheated room where it will stay for a few weeks to dry the last little bit but slowly. The yellowing was sue to the shellac and reminds me I must look for some lighter shellac. All the best, Mike

    • @jacquejecker4435
      @jacquejecker4435 Рік тому

      Is the color really that yellow? The view from the other camera and the final display view look much more natural. I thought it was just a difference in cameras.

  • @fionakronert5060
    @fionakronert5060 Рік тому

    7 minutes in, its a SLOTH!

  • @pennyj7341
    @pennyj7341 7 місяців тому

    When I want to protect something in microwave I cover or wrap with kitchen roll wonder if that helps?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  7 місяців тому

      I don't think it would do much good to be honest

  • @Fanroghscorner
    @Fanroghscorner Рік тому

    What is the slowest rpm most lathes go ? I was just curious cause couldn't you use that to turn the piece around while applying the finish ?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Usually about 300 - 400 rpm so best used for buffing in, there are some finishes you can apply while it is spinning but anything liquid is better done while stationary. 😀

  • @fionanaylor6104
    @fionanaylor6104 Рік тому

    I see SO much wood dumped, now I am looking out for it. Sadly when I spot a find, my husband always says ‘It’s too big/there’s no room in the boot/I can’t stop here’…I am going to go out on my own and scavenge. Great idea using microwave…like you I will have to get a separate one. TY.😃

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      You are welcome Fiona, luckily with that lot there was one piece I did not show what was so big I had to roll it to the car and ask a friendly dog walker to help me lift it into the car 😂. I go everywhere now with a chainsaw in the boot lol.

    • @fionanaylor6104
      @fionanaylor6104 Рік тому +4

      I am a Vicar…I can see an interesting conversation with the Police, if ever I am stopped, in my clericals, with a chainsaw in the boot….😂😂😂😂

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@fionanaylor6104 😄 Hahaha, would certainly make for an interesting conversation, I'm sure you would get divine inspiration and be able to explain how it's just a tool of the trade 🤣

    • @fionacrouch1732
      @fionacrouch1732 Рік тому

      ​@@MikeHoltonaha! The mystery of why the chainsaw is solved 😋

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      @@fionacrouch1732 🤣

  • @patembry6625
    @patembry6625 Місяць тому

    Lovely piece. Have you made a charcuterie board? I thought the last piece look as if it could be a charcuterie board but you said that the wood was poisonous.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Місяць тому

      Thanks Pat, I have made a few 😀

  • @mrPauljacob
    @mrPauljacob Рік тому +1

    23:41.... What is that thing called holding the bowl from the out rim??

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Paul, the care called cole jaws. All the best, Mike

  • @leaannd.8786
    @leaannd.8786 Рік тому

    Is there a finish that does not colour the wood yellow? I’d like to have kept the whiteish finish to the wood.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      There are but the ones I have are not food safe 😀

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 Рік тому

    Interesting drying technique. Do you think the cracks in the bowl were related to using a Microwave?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      They would have formed anyway because of the pith in the wood, All the best, Mike

  • @pastyman3247
    @pastyman3247 13 днів тому

    I had 10 x 300 by 30mm green redgum blanks given to me.
    The guy asked me if I had a cabinet smoker of which I did.
    He then instructed me to put 3 or 4 blanks in the smoker and set it to the lowest temp. Being a gas cabinet it was 50°
    Two days and nights later the moisture read 13% if which was good for me. I lost 3 blanks due to splitting but was worth it as it would have taken over a year in the outhouse and probably would have lost several more.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  13 днів тому

      Very true! I do not have one so just have to do what I can 😀

  • @theonlybuzz1969
    @theonlybuzz1969 Рік тому

    Mike do you have a damp meter to see what percentage the water is?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      His, yes I do, at the start it was around 27% at the end around 14% so still a little bit still to go.

  • @bonniehill3634
    @bonniehill3634 Рік тому

    What do you use to seal the 2 pieces that you put up for another time?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      Hi, that was just old candle wax 😀

    • @bonniehill3634
      @bonniehill3634 Рік тому

      Thank you. My husband is learning to turn, and I'm trying to get him to do other stuff besides bowls. He has a small lathe but is hoping to get a bigger one next fall.
      Enjoying the videos.

  • @stevefromlondon9175
    @stevefromlondon9175 Рік тому

    Love your video what a find but disgusting that people fly-tip I did see someone do that down the lane and I stopped and made him put it back in his car that bowl turned out so nice where did you get your button that goes on the bottom of the bowl
    Regards
    Steve UK London

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi Steve, yep fly tipping is just horrible!!! The button is just a sticker and it's a nice low cost alternative to the expensive coins you see people use. Just search google for 'foil stickers', hope this helps. Mike

  • @ahdigger
    @ahdigger 11 місяців тому

    very nice work. Is that glue food-grade?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  11 місяців тому

      Hi yes it is, CA glue was originally invented for medical use to seal wounds instead of stitches 😀

  • @mattsutton8804
    @mattsutton8804 Рік тому

    Very nice. Where do you source your makers mark?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      They are just made of foil, I get them printed and are delivered on sheets, far cheaper than the metal coins people use and still look ok. Just search for foil stickers there are loads of companies doing them.

  • @severalbees5115
    @severalbees5115 Рік тому

    Is that European cherry I take it? The cherry we have over here in the states looks quite different. Beautiful nonetheless though.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Hi it's proper name is Manchurian Cherry 😁 very common in the UK

  • @UNLKYHNTR
    @UNLKYHNTR Рік тому

    Is it possible to buy your work?
    Great Channel!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Anything is possible, I usually don't try and sell my work but if someone contacts me asking to buy something then I am happy to.

  • @cdrive5757
    @cdrive5757 Рік тому

    Mike, make a large rubber nipple to fit your shop vac hose. This way you can suck the CA glue into those pith cracks from the reverse side of the glue application.
    Wakodahatchee Chris

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Thanks Chris, that is a very interesting idea 😃

  • @jimalcott760
    @jimalcott760 Рік тому

    Do you ever save the wood chips for some other projects…?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      I did for a while but never used them so now they all just go to be composted 😀

  • @floopyboo
    @floopyboo 27 днів тому

    Look at you rehoming abandoned wood!

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  27 днів тому

      Haha I'm always on the hunt 😀

  • @EddieSpicer-rc4ei
    @EddieSpicer-rc4ei Рік тому

    What part of the elephant are we looking at in the original photo??

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Bottom left is the bit we cut off, dried and turned 😀

  • @HarryPotter-dl3kb
    @HarryPotter-dl3kb Рік тому +2

    So Mike what do you call the lazy Beagle on your lathe? At least he is not a Hairy Beaver like over on Hodge-podge.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +4

      That guy does not have a name, he was being thrown out by one of my kids and I not have the heart to let him go so I put magnets on his feet and left him there. He's not fallen off yet so he can stay a while 😀

    • @AndyFisher1965
      @AndyFisher1965 Рік тому +1

      Great project Mike. I tried the microwave once and the wife caught me using the one in the kitchen needless to say it never got completed I leaned some new words and we burnt a posh log. Lol.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      @@AndyFisher1965 🤣 it's not fun when you get caught lol

    • @johnmcfall9450
      @johnmcfall9450 Рік тому

      ​@@MikeHolton 😊

    • @raydriver7300
      @raydriver7300 Рік тому

      That was really interesting not least because I’ve recently upgraded to a Regent, just turned some green timber and use 03a ca glue. And I’ve subscribed. Thank you for sharing, I’ll try your drying technique as I don’t want to wait several years 🌞

  • @jimalcott760
    @jimalcott760 Рік тому

    Why black ca glue rather then clear.?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      I thought it would be more interesting 😀

  • @racheldray1057
    @racheldray1057 Рік тому

    That microwave trick is too tempting.....I just know I'm going to try it and get in trouble....

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Haha, you will be fine just don't let it get too hot! My wife did not appreciate the smell of burning oak as much as I thought she would lol

  • @almalm8138
    @almalm8138 11 місяців тому

    Please comment occasionally on the RPM you are turning at.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  11 місяців тому

      Thanks I do try and do this more but will try even harder 😃

  • @GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ
    @GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ 9 днів тому

    I now have our old microwave in my garage to use - it was a bit too rusty inside for food so my wife was pleasew to get a new one. . . I didn't have much of a problem to convince her we needed a new one 🤣😆 I have a piece of wet cherry with woodworkm holes so i hit it with 2 x 5 minute shots. Not seen the outcome yet!!! Hopefully killed the worms..

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  9 днів тому +1

      Hi Gavin, I think it should have but please let me know how it went 😀

    • @GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ
      @GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ 8 днів тому

      @@MikeHolton Ha ha - you must think I'm stalking you with all my views on your videos - yes I am!! Been binge watching again.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  8 днів тому

      @@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ 🤣 feel free my friend 😂

  • @vinimarshall7301
    @vinimarshall7301 Рік тому

    Another nice peice Mike , ive been banned from the oven and the microwave , but she cant see whats on the top 2 shelves of the airing cupboard😂😂😂😂

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому +1

      That is genius! we all do what we have to 😂😀

  • @timofeyzhukov-khovanskiy9173

    Ha, I got the same scale I use

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Haha, cheapest I could find on Amazon 😃

  • @rezbakrasaru
    @rezbakrasaru 11 місяців тому

    Миску лучше заворачивать в газету. Не будет трещин.

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  11 місяців тому

      Спасибо, я попробую в этот раз

  • @ScottAlexander-z3s
    @ScottAlexander-z3s Рік тому

    Yeah don't think the wife would let me use the microwave 👍

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      I used ours once and was then banned 😂

  • @JhimBonJov
    @JhimBonJov Рік тому

    What did you have for lunch?

    • @MikeHolton
      @MikeHolton  Рік тому

      Was a while ago but probably a sandwich 😂

  • @fionakronert5060
    @fionakronert5060 Рік тому

    6 minutes in, its an OWL!