Hello Mike. Well, I have to say this one nearly brought me to tears. For many years I lived in Africa. Flying over the Sahara was always a highlight of the trips back and forth we made. This beautiful piece was so reminiscent of the arial view of the sand dunes along with tiny pockets of habitation. And the colour! Absolutely spot on with the reds, browns and oranges, along with hints of oasis green. Your final design was also a reminder of the gourds used extensively then for carrying water or milk, even beer before the thermos flask took over. Thank you. You have taken me back 50 years - and I have enjoyed every moment of it.
Thanks so much Angela, I love to hear the memories these pieces invoke in people and than you so much for sharing. I would love to fly over the Sahara, been to Tunisia a couple of times but that's it. All the best, Mike 😀
I've only ever seen lignum vitae old and dark, so seeing it beautiful and light is a treat. I never realised it was attractive. You're not going to get that wood again in the near future, so you keep it. It's the perfect design to run your fingers over for some serious wood fondling 😊
You know, I've been watching videos and reading books about the Titanic since I was a kid, but never knew that the propeller bearings were made out of wood! That's pretty amazing, as is this vase. Wonderful job, Mike!
Mike, your monster vase turned out fabulous. As I watched you work on it, I was reminded of how a potter works clay on a wheel. You are molding the wood with your tools as a potter uses his hands. Again, pure joy watching you and listening to you explain each step. You must have many woodworking students who are learning from you.
Thanks Wes, I've heard that wood turning is like pottery but a bit more violent lol. I get a lot of comments about people being inspired to take up the hobby and those that learn a lot from when I do which is just amazing. I just want to share the joy I get from this beautiful pastime. 😁
Thank you for explaining the legal framework of the wood. Concerns over contributing to Amazonian deforestation are clearly significant. That it’s decades old stock is good.
Amazing as always Mike and so much knowledge shared too which is so wonderful. I am very grateful to you for introduction us to woodturningwithdick and to hear you sharing advice with one another really gives a feel for the woodturning community
I just love the way you explain what you’re doing and what thoughts you put into your work. Stunning piece of wood, can’t help but think of the wondrous flora the dinosaurs wandered through in ages past, looks almost a bit as if it was petrified 😃
Hi Mike, I started turning earlier this year and love it. The way you present your channel and pass on knowledge is an absolute joy and inspiration to me, look forward to each new session. As others have already said very informative and another stunning piece. Looking forward to the next episode. Many thanks for the time and effort that you put in to making the videos. Cheers Paul
Thanks so much Paul, that is so nice to hear, I love what I do and am just so glad that others seem to like it as well, all the best and happy turning, Mike 😁
My dad bought 3 ton of this wood from a guy in South Wales back in the early 80s. I believe they used to make ships block and tackle and pulleys from this wood because of it's self lubricating properties.
That vase kept me so tense. I was so scared something was going to go wrong. I like the simplicity of the piece. To me the design suited the wood. Well done
Mike, thanks for this video on an incredible piece of wood. The best part is how you deal with mistakes that we all make when turning. You take chances, research solutions, show how to correct the mistakes and you do it all with affable dose of humility. Many thanks!
Thanks so much 😀, I much prefer to show the real side of turning, especially the problems and mistakes so we can all learn together, all the best, Mike
That was a TITAN of a turning, Mike! A beautiful piece of wood and an exquisite shape. The grooves/fluting is a compelling feature, and I think this is one of your best pieces yet! It's certainly one of my favorites.
I love learning about woods I've never heard of before. Thank you so much for sharing! If you keep it, please post photos later of how the color turns!
It looks like I am the odd man out. I really feel that you lessened the beauty of this piece of wood by putting the texture in the vase. The texture should’ve been saved for a piece of oak or walnut, or some other more common wood. This piece of wood in my opinion this should have been a standalone piece with the beauty of the grain being, it’s pride
You made a really lovely beehive vase - perfect receptacle for flowers! A better use for the wood than bowling balls which I believe are made from that wood!
Honestly you have balls of steel I held my breath a few times watching that, Mike you just get better and better, funny enough I watched you mate Dick turning a apple from the same wood both incredible to watch.
I know everyone loves simple surfaces, I’ve read some of the comments. Man, the vase before the texture was pretty but the vase after had soul. Really it’s a beautiful piece. I’d say keep it. That’s one to smile about daily.
Gorgeous-- every time you stopped was where I thought you should stop. So hard to watch that beautiful grain fly off as dust. The end product was worth it. It reminds me of a beehive. You do marvelous work.
@MikeHolton The last 5 or 6 youtubers to pop up in my feed are all doing vases. Which I understand, it's one the easier things to make on a lathe. However it's all they make, they can't do anything else. I'd like some one to throw a night stand into the mix just to be different. I apologize hammering you for it, you're just the most recent vase in a sea of vases to be recommended to me.
My Grandfather Mike, was later in life, a professional lawn bowls coach. He used Henselite bowls made of Lignum before the time of INCTES. Henselite recommended the use of very fine wet/dry and sowing machine oil to remove any surface scratches or blemishes without putting the bowl out of true - altering the bias.
What a brilliant job Mike, it is easy to see how excited you were throughout the entire exercise. Not only did we see excellent turning but the experiment with the 'wet & dry' together with the lemon oil gave an absolutely brilliant result on the sanding. I am finding your videos SO relaxing so I will certainly keep watching. Cheers, Don from South Aust.
Thanks so much Don, sometimes I feel like a big kid when I see some amazing grain or something went getter than expected, I hope I never grow out of that 😀
Thanks so much Johnny😊, I just try to have fun and discover new things, I don't go into any project with high expectations, I just go into each one determined to enjoy and learn from the experience. All the best, Mike 😀
Spectacular piece! I really appreciated the information you shared about the type of wood, where it came from, historical applications. But especially love the reverence you show for the wood. Thank you!
This piece blew me away at every stage. I really enjoy your videos and how you explain and your passion for the wood really comes through just how I feel about it. It's beyond words and I'm very inspired. Thank you for being brave and creating something so beautiful. 😊🦄👌
That is a fantabulous piece! The texturing seems to enhance the wavy grain and the chatoyancy. I hope you keep it and show us occasionally how it changes as it ages!
Nicely done Mike! So proud of you and how you’ve come on! And so fast! Brilliant job with the Lignum 🙏😁😁😁👍
Thanks so much Richard, and thanks again for the advice, it helped a lot!
@@MikeHolton I don’t know how you find the time to turn, edit, and respond to all these comments! Carry on my friend! 🤗
@@WoodWithD Haha I start early, most of my responding and editing is between 6 and 8am 🤣
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I’ve never seen someone work on lignum vitae so fast. The hardness of that wood cannot be overstated. Impressive. May god have mercy on your tools
Haha thanks, I do keep them very sharp 😉
How hard is this wood compared to jarrah I wonder
@@FjsbdjdhJarrah rates at 1860 Lbs/feet on the Janka scale, lignum vitae rates at 4390 lbs/feet. Check out the Wood Database for more information.
Well done mate❤
@@r.awilliams9815 thanks for mentioning the website, I'm not a woodworker but it's a really fascinating resource
Lignum Vitae is an amazing smelling wood also. Tx, beautiful beautiful piece.
It really is! Thanks 👍
Hello Mike. Well, I have to say this one nearly brought me to tears. For many years I lived in Africa. Flying over the Sahara was always a highlight of the trips back and forth we made. This beautiful piece was so reminiscent of the arial view of the sand dunes along with tiny pockets of habitation. And the colour! Absolutely spot on with the reds, browns and oranges, along with hints of oasis green. Your final design was also a reminder of the gourds used extensively then for carrying water or milk, even beer before the thermos flask took over. Thank you. You have taken me back 50 years - and I have enjoyed every moment of it.
Thanks so much Angela, I love to hear the memories these pieces invoke in people and than you so much for sharing. I would love to fly over the Sahara, been to Tunisia a couple of times but that's it. All the best, Mike 😀
Wow that was a tough one, but looking good.
Haha yep a tough old bit of wood 😀
That's a really lovely vase. Not sure why UA-cam decided I wanted to see woodturning videos but they're quite fascinating
Thanks Richard, not sure either but I'm glad they did 😊
Welcome to the woodworking rabbit hole!
Me too - and now I am addicted!
That vase is up there with the best of them ,on UA-cam. Well done, next time you get some of that wood give us a nod please please pretty please lol.
Haha thanks and will do, although with it being that hard to get hold of this may be the first and last time I get to turn it.
Your hard work and patience created something to be admired for generations. Well done!
Thank you so much 😀
Oh my goodness that is beautiful ❤️ it
Thanks 😃
Didn't realize turning wood would be so interesting. Thanks for posting your work. True craftsmanship.
Thanks for watching Eric, glad you enjoyed it, all the best, Mike 😀
I've only ever seen lignum vitae old and dark, so seeing it beautiful and light is a treat. I never realised it was attractive.
You're not going to get that wood again in the near future, so you keep it. It's the perfect design to run your fingers over for some serious wood fondling 😊
Haha you are so right, I was in my arms at the end, it is just so nice to fondle 😂
@@MikeHolton You just can't get the same feel from metals or plastics. Enjoy 😀
@@nikkia9506 no you can't, thanks 😁
In my opinion, that’s one of the finest examples of wood turning that I’ve seen on UA-cam. Your skills are awesome. 💕❤️💕
Thank you so much 😀
Looks great mate! Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do my best! 😀
You know, I've been watching videos and reading books about the Titanic since I was a kid, but never knew that the propeller bearings were made out of wood! That's pretty amazing, as is this vase. Wonderful job, Mike!
Thanks my so much. Also just been informed a lot of the British warships had the same lignum bearings 😀
Apparently it was used up to the 1960s for propeller shaft bearings. The first nuclear submarine had lignum vitae shaft bearings
Sometimes natural is hard to beat
Beautiful piece, beautiful wood!
Thank you very much! 😁
There’s some really beautiful movement in that wood grain and the fluting you cut into it adds to that and brings it out even more!
Thanks my friend, I knew how it would make the wood look but it came out way better than I could have hoped for 😀
I love how the wood looks waxed as you are turning out because of its hardness and the natural oils in it :)
Thanks George, it is pretty amazing 😀
Mike, your monster vase turned out fabulous. As I watched you work on it, I was reminded of how a potter works clay on a wheel. You are molding the wood with your tools as a potter uses his hands. Again, pure joy watching you and listening to you explain each step. You must have many woodworking students who are learning from you.
Thanks Wes, I've heard that wood turning is like pottery but a bit more violent lol. I get a lot of comments about people being inspired to take up the hobby and those that learn a lot from when I do which is just amazing. I just want to share the joy I get from this beautiful pastime. 😁
Thank you for explaining the legal framework of the wood. Concerns over contributing to Amazonian deforestation are clearly significant. That it’s decades old stock is good.
You're welcome, I would not use anything that I did not know where it came from.
You have the most indepth safety precautions I've ever seen in any wood turning channel. And so thorough, as if you really love it so much.
Thanks! I really love and care so much about what I do. 😀
That is a beautiful piece of wood and you made something amazing out of it! 👏
Thanks so much 😊
Stunningly beautiful! I love the fact that you voice your thought processes, including doubts, as you progress through the creation. I'm hooked.
That is some beautiful wood!
I think so too! 😀
geez its so hard it looks almost like marble. what a beautiful end result too man
Thanks Josh, I'm so pleased with how this one came out 😀
When ever you go back to normal video speed i always hold my breath.
Haha, you never know when something is coming, I should use suspense music as well 😀
@MikeHolton me too!!
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Geez this wood look so dense but absolutely beautiful! You did an excellent job!
Thanks so much 😃
That’s beautiful wood the grain is amazing,keep it watch it change colour 🎉❤
Thanks Peter, I intend to do just that 😀
Amazing as always Mike and so much knowledge shared too which is so wonderful. I am very grateful to you for introduction us to woodturningwithdick and to hear you sharing advice with one another really gives a feel for the woodturning community
Thanks Lois, the woodturning community on Facebook is pretty amazing, I have made so many friends and we all pass on tips and advice 😀
Sir, you are an artist. Beautiful vase!
Thank you very much Tom 😊
What an amazing opportunity! I absolutely love the outcome! Great job brother! A pleasure to watch as always 😊
Thank you so much my friend 😀
Love how the grain makes the pattern look wavy
Thanks, that was the look I was going for, it can make a beautiful grain even more beautiful! 😀
I just love the way you explain what you’re doing and what thoughts you put into your work. Stunning piece of wood, can’t help but think of the wondrous flora the dinosaurs wandered through in ages past, looks almost a bit as if it was petrified 😃
Thanks so much Barney, all the best, Mike 😀
Fascinating information about the wood
it is amazing stuff 😀
no no no dont give your baby away it needs to stay with you in a place to show its glory you did a awesome job
Yes I think you are right Debra, I'm keeping it 😀
Unreal I love the figuring in this Mike 👍🏻
Thanks! 😀
Hi Mike, I started turning earlier this year and love it. The way you present your channel and pass on knowledge is an absolute joy and inspiration to me, look forward to each new session. As others have already said very informative and another stunning piece. Looking forward to the next episode. Many thanks for the time and effort that you put in to making the videos. Cheers Paul
Thanks so much Paul, that is so nice to hear, I love what I do and am just so glad that others seem to like it as well, all the best and happy turning, Mike 😁
My dad bought 3 ton of this wood from a guy in South Wales back in the early 80s. I believe they used to make ships block and tackle and pulleys from this wood because of it's self lubricating properties.
Indeed, that's why they also use it for propeller bearings on ships 😃
That's gorgeous! It looks like marble! I like how you explain what you're doing and why. I'm learning as I watch.
Thanks Lisa, I try to share everything I'm thinking so we can both learn together
I cant believe the brave attempt. well done indeed
Many thanks my friend😊
That vase kept me so tense. I was so scared something was going to go wrong. I like the simplicity of the piece. To me the design suited the wood. Well done
Thanks so much Cindy, I was on edge as well lol 😀
Mike, thanks for this video on an incredible piece of wood. The best part is how you deal with mistakes that we all make when turning. You take chances, research solutions, show how to correct the mistakes and you do it all with affable dose of humility. Many thanks!
Thanks so much 😀, I much prefer to show the real side of turning, especially the problems and mistakes so we can all learn together, all the best, Mike
Beautiful work. I enjoy the commentary on what you are doing and thinking.
Thank you very much Michael, I just want to bring everyone along for the experience 😁
That was a TITAN of a turning, Mike! A beautiful piece of wood and an exquisite shape. The grooves/fluting is a compelling feature, and I think this is one of your best pieces yet! It's certainly one of my favorites.
Wow, thanks my friend, this one came out nice and I'm keeping it 😀
i like how "wet" this wood looks even when its not wet. makes it look shiny and makes the colour pop more
I know what you mean, the oils in the wood make it shine 😁
I love learning about woods I've never heard of before. Thank you so much for sharing! If you keep it, please post photos later of how the color turns!
Thanks Beth and don't worry, I am keeping it and will be posting pictures 😀
That vase should last another couple of hundred years. Beautiful
It looks like I am the odd man out. I really feel that you lessened the beauty of this piece of wood by putting the texture in the vase. The texture should’ve been saved for a piece of oak or walnut, or some other more common wood. This piece of wood in my opinion this should have been a standalone piece with the beauty of the grain being, it’s pride
Ribbed for her pleasure
I appreciate your opinion Donna and you may be right but I like it, all the best, Mike 😀
Exactly, I would have just used the original block of wood as a standalone piece. Saying that it was beautiful in the end.
@@david-pb4bi Thanks David 😀
He can still smooth it out so that we can see the wood grain much better.
Fantastic video and such an amazing end product. ❤❤❤
Thanks Andrew 😀
That’s a really lovely piece. Well done.
Thanks so much Ryan 😀
Now That was a lot of work ! They all are but this one was more i think. Turned out very nice 👌
Haha thanks Nana, I certainly needed all my wits and strength for this one 😀
That’s sick asf. You can still see the grain through the texture you added, and the wet sand with oil worked great!
Thanks Ethan, I do love the way this came out 😀
WOW! That is a looker. Great job.
Thank you very much! 😀
Might just be my favorite piece so far!
Thanks! I love this as well which it why I've decided to keep it 😀
I can't say as I blame you
Loved the history education!
Thanks 😊 it's an amazing wood
The texture and design on that wood are pure perfection! You're a real talent at letting the wood be exactly what it should be. ❤
Thanks again Tracey 😀
Definitely a unique shape on that vase. Something about it had me thinking man that could've made for a really cool lamp base.
Thanks John, indeed this is a good shape for a lamp 😀
You made a really lovely beehive vase - perfect receptacle for flowers! A better use for the wood than bowling balls which I believe are made from that wood!
Thank you! Cheers, yes they were but have not been for quite some time now.
Honestly you have balls of steel I held my breath a few times watching that, Mike you just get better and better, funny enough I watched you mate Dick turning a apple from the same wood both incredible to watch.
Haha thanks Robert, I remember that apple very well 😀
Wow what lovely wood, the grain is astonishing! I'd call it a Beehive Vase! 😂👌
😁 That is just what my wife said lol
I really think the ring pattern and the grain of the wood worked perfectly together sorta gave it a spiral effect i really dig it
Thanks so much 😃
Beautiful vase. Reminds me of old fashioned style bee hives with the ridges. It makes me happy to see.
Thanks Judith, my wife said the same 😀
Well done Mike. Lovely piece. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much John 😀
So beautiful. The texturing is so symbolic of the story of this tree species. The colors are amazing.
Thanks Rob much Robyn😀
I know everyone loves simple surfaces, I’ve read some of the comments. Man, the vase before the texture was pretty but the vase after had soul. Really it’s a beautiful piece. I’d say keep it. That’s one to smile about daily.
Don't worry I am keeping it, sound strange but I touch it every day, the ripples and weight feel so reassuring. 😀
Ok, no, I think this is my fave!! I hope you do an update if you do keep it, to show how it has changed over time! What an amazing wood!
haha thanks, yes I am keeping it and promise to do an update 😀
Gorgeous-- every time you stopped was where I thought you should stop. So hard to watch that beautiful grain fly off as dust. The end product was worth it. It reminds me of a beehive. You do marvelous work.
Thanks so much Dale 😌
I'm excited for the day one of these youtubers turning wood makes something other than yet another vase.
What would you like to see me make? 😀
@MikeHolton The last 5 or 6 youtubers to pop up in my feed are all doing vases. Which I understand, it's one the easier things to make on a lathe. However it's all they make, they can't do anything else. I'd like some one to throw a night stand into the mix just to be different. I apologize hammering you for it, you're just the most recent vase in a sea of vases to be recommended to me.
@@ebuw I can understand your frustration, all the best, Mike
Don't know why but all I can think about is honey looking at the final outcome...😊
Great wood, well done
Thank you! Cheers! 😀
Reminds me of a beehive. You’ve made a real treasure. ❤
Thank you! 😊
It turned out beautifully. First time watching your channel, but will watch again. Loved the information about the wood too.
Thanks so much and welcome 😀
STUNNING!!!! Absolutely stunning!!!
Thank you so much!! 😀
My Grandfather Mike, was later in life, a professional lawn bowls coach. He used Henselite bowls made of Lignum before the time of INCTES. Henselite recommended the use of very fine wet/dry and sowing machine oil to remove any surface scratches or blemishes without putting the bowl out of true - altering the bias.
Thanks this would do the same as the lemon oil I used, works so well 😀
That was a real act of bravery cutting so many grooves so precisely. Fine work.
Thanks Steve, it honestly took every ounce of my nerve and concentration, so happy when I reached the end 😀
What a brilliant job Mike, it is easy to see how excited you were throughout the entire exercise. Not only did we see excellent turning but the experiment with the 'wet & dry' together with the lemon oil gave an absolutely brilliant result on the sanding. I am finding your videos SO relaxing so I will certainly keep watching. Cheers, Don from South Aust.
Thanks so much Don, sometimes I feel like a big kid when I see some amazing grain or something went getter than expected, I hope I never grow out of that 😀
This is yet another amazing wood species - there are so many! Nice educational piece too. Thanks.
Many thanks Mary, it really is a fascinating wood! 😀
That is beautiful! Well crafted! The figuring in the wood is stunning!
Thank you very much 😊
It's a beautiful piece. I can't imagine working with a piece of wood that hard. You did a wonderful job.
Thank you so much Jean, if you keep your tools sharp it's not too bad 😀
During WWII Lignum Viet was used for bearings in ships. My dad made a cribbage board out of a scrap piece. I remember him having it for ever.
It is a pretty amazing wood! 😀
Every video of your creations amazes me. Your experience and the risk you're willing to take is what makes you a master. Beautiful piece.
Thanks so much Johnny😊, I just try to have fun and discover new things, I don't go into any project with high expectations, I just go into each one determined to enjoy and learn from the experience. All the best, Mike 😀
Absolutely stunning piece Mike. I love watching you turn such interesting projects with some of the craziest woods out there. Great job Mike!
Thanks William, I make up for my lack of talent by turning beautiful wood, they offset each other 😀
As soon as I saw the title I had a feeling it was lignum! Absolutely gorgeous grain, and a beautiful vase. Well done!
Thank you very much! This one was so much fun to turn 😀
Absolutely lovely - personally love the texturing!
Thanks Tony, me too 😀
I have a small piece of vera wood only good for around 10 pens. man would i every be happy if i could find a piece like this. beautiful vase.
Thanks Jacob, this is the first one I have come across and I jumped at the chance, I think Yandles may have some more in stock 😀
Spectacular piece! I really appreciated the information you shared about the type of wood, where it came from, historical applications. But especially love the reverence you show for the wood. Thank you!
Thanks Judy, I care and appreciate all elements of the wood I turn and just want to share the experience the best way I know how. All the best, Mike
Especially how you have to have a lOicEnsE for it lols
@@tehfuqizg0inon588 lol
Absolutely STUNNING !
Thank you so much! 😃
Love to see a craftsman at his work creating beautiful pieces,very nicely done
Thank you very much Geoffrey 😊
Wow, the unfinished turned wood looks like the surface of Jupiter. Gorgeous 🤩
Thank you! and you are right! 😂
This piece blew me away at every stage. I really enjoy your videos and how you explain and your passion for the wood really comes through just how I feel about it. It's beyond words and I'm very inspired. Thank you for being brave and creating something so beautiful. 😊🦄👌
Thanks so much Katharine, that is so nice of you to say 😀
The undulations in the grain show up gorgeously!
Oh, wow. The lemon oil gave a beautiful finish just by itself.
Yes it does and was a lot of fun to use as well 😀
Watching the gloss from the wax almost blink into place was magical! What an incredible wood.
Thanks and I have to agree 😁
That is a fantabulous piece! The texturing seems to enhance the wavy grain and the chatoyancy. I hope you keep it and show us occasionally how it changes as it ages!
Thanks Susan, I intend to do just that 😀
Absolutely stunning vase. This is one of the best looking vases I have seen.
Thanks so much, that is very nice of you to say 😊
I just found this channel and I could not be happier that I did!!! Thanks Mike
Thanks Austin and welcome! All the best, Mike 😀
Yet another stunning piece, and such a change to see this wood used in a decorative way.
Thanks Simon, it really is a beautiful wood
Gosh that's absolutely GORGEOUS. NICELY DONE!
Thank you so much! 😀
Really liked watching you turn out this vase.
Thanks, I loved making it 😀
Mike you totally astound me with your turnings, Thank you for sharing it with us lesser mortals 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
Haha I'm just a guy having fun 😊
WOW! I love watching the progress!
Thanks Susan 😀
My favorite wood! Smells amazing, and the greenish hue is unlike any other! Great work.
Thanks must admit I'm a huge fan as well
I love watching these videos, ive done a lot of work on a metal lathe and i love the circular jig you've made to stabilize the tail!
Thank you very much! 😀