A NEW Favorite - Hazel Nut Bowl! - Wood Turning

I've never turned a large piece of Hazel Nut before. I did make a video with some flowers from a Hazel Nut tree but nothing approaching this large piece. It was very punky in spots, almost rotten but, surprisingly, it finished up very well and I list it among my favorites. I just really like the shape of a bowl like this. Finished in shellac.
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[@manuelortiz5774]

Howdy, Mr. Anderson! I grew up around wood turning as my grandfather worked a production shop lathe and general carpentry until the early 90’s. I used to visit his shop, play with the mountains of sawdust, and at the end of the day I’d pick a small piece of wood and he would turn me my favorite toy… a spin top. He thought me the basics when I was a teen, but like every good teen, I never followed through with it. I admired his work, but I never thought it was for me. I did become quite the woodworker as a hobby while in my military career thanks to his wise lessons in my youth. Last time I touched a lathe was 30 years ago, with him, right before my HS graduation. I lost my grandfather to cancer over 15 years ago, perhaps why your recent videos made me feel a need to tell you this story, but I never took up turning. That was HIS thing, and I almost had a fear or aversion to it. A few months back one of your videos popped up on my feed and it awakened my love for turning and a strange sense of closeness with his memory. After 30 years, I bought a lathe, started turning, and each day, as the wood flies, the all familiar scent of sawdust filling the air… I feel closer to my grandfather in a way I cannot explain. Maybe it was seeing your beautiful work, or maybe your calm demeanor, but I felt the desire to start this again. I will admit, I cried, just a little, after my first day on the lathe and making my son his first spin top. This joy is priceless so I wanted to thank you, sir. Best wishes

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wonderful, warm memories, Manuel, thanks for sharing! 😄

[@daledrake3424]

I don't ever comment on your show I like your work and I think you do great work and I always watch a show to the end

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome, thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, Dale, much appreciated! 😃

[@JayStapley]

“5/8 inch bowl gouge, mask and face shield on” you have no idea how comforting to hear those words!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Comforts me to know you are here to hear them, Jay, thanks! 😄

[@FrednDeeDee]

Back in 1980 the man who built our house did not add dead bolts to the front and back door. Things were much safer back then. So, I bought a hole saw drill set and installed the deadbolts three years ago when we bought our present home. Today I was going to drill out a pair of oval holes for the split rail fence. I tore the house apart looked high and low and could not find that dang hole saw. I sent the wife to Ace Hardware, and she picked up a new hole saw set for me and a mountain of potting soil for her flowers. You and I both know that the old hole saw will turn up the minute I am finished with the new one. Watching you at work/play calms me down. Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, so true, Freddie! 😄

[@robertf6344]

Well, you turn stuff I never see anyone else on youtube turning and your stuff always ends up looking great if one appreciates the beauty of nature,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Robert! 😄

[@lewisdye1002]

Too many people spend way too much time worrying about things being like they expect instead of appreciating things as they truly are. Your work is always an inspiration to me.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Lewis! 😄

[@jlk819]

This is an outstanding philosophy of life, not just art.

[@cecilwright1459]

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[@marciafazekas5384]

Another blue-ribbon bowl turning. Beautiful. ❤ 🪵

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@allegg8804]

Thank you for letting me be here to feel the shavings on my arms and smell the flavor of the wood. The sanding sealer changes everything. Good to hear your voice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Welcome anytime, Al, thanks for being here! 😄

[@spiritwynd]

Love all your piece from start to finish! Well, maybe not from the start... but you sure do finish well! Every piece is beautiful, because it still shows it's naturalness...( Is that a word?)well, You know what I mean! Heather 🇨🇦

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I DO know what you mean, Heather. Thanks! 😄

[@JimmyLee0757]

That's cool. I like the way you take something that most would throw away and give it purpose.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's the fun of it, Jimmy, thanks! 😄

[@nancygibbs4841]

As I was watching I wasn’t thrilled. Then came the big reveal. It’s a beauty. I love the inside with the can-can lady and her marvelous shades of red hair. What a fun surprise!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hehe, thank you, Nancy! 😄

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

The punky part just adds character .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@calmwoodcreations3709]

Nicely turned! I hadn't realized it was that punky, doggone it. Our area of the Willamette valley in western Oregon is well known for hazelnuts (AKA: filberts). There are a lot of orchards, older ones as well as new ones. The damage from the ice storm we had a couple years ago devastated a lot of trees and this was the butt of a broken branch that I saved from a burn pile. It is beautiful wood and I am hoping to find more. Well done!

[@robinrummel1359]

Thank you for sharing more history of this piece, very interesting. And especially for sending it to Phil so he could make it beautiful for us to see and appreciate! 👍

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@robinrummel1359 Wood finds me, and usually comes with a backstory. I do like to share when I can.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good job saving it, Dave! It was a pain to deal with but I do like the outcome, very much! 😄

[@marywright1057]

Over & over you turn amazing bowls!!! Love it!!! Have a great day my friend. The 😊♥️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Mary! 😄

[@1957Loyal]

Phil, I watch a few wood turning channels, but yours , by far, is the best. 😊. The piece you are turning has a lot of character.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, yes, character, that's what we'll call it, Stephanie! 😄

[@stevied8734]

It's not rough , that's its character. Another nice bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ThePapa1947]

No question about it Phil. You knew there was something in there that was just hidden and you sure brought it out. Looks fantastic for sure. Sanding the tear out so smooth made it not only feel good but made it look pretty nice itself. Dave sent me a piece from what I figure was the same tree sometime ago and I let it sit on the shelf till March of this year. It was well worth turning. You did another fantastic job of preserving all nature this piece had. Take care, Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Gary! I'll have to go back and find your Hazel Nut piece and watch it again, now that I have some experience under my belt. It's definitely fun exposing the art of Mother Nature in these pieces! Have a great weekend, my friend! 😄

[@PaulSmith-fg8sz]

The things you turn are exceptional. But not when you start with them. Great work Phil. Thank you for the privilege of being able to watch you create all these pieces.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for taking your time to watch and comment, Paul! 😄

[@MrBearbait75]

I probably would have quit on it if I hadn't been watching your videos. Now I know that the different textures can be very interesting! Thank you teaching me that concept!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It actually makes life easier, Paul. Jut go with the flow and work with what you've got! 😄

[@lindamccarthy6931]

Love it as ever. I saw a baby Rhino looking backwards 🙃

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@glennrocker2698]

Howdy Phil, It's Glenn from Ohio. I too have never seen Hazelnut trees that big.... just bushes. The bowl turned out to be beautiful, even though the punky part on the bottom looked like a train wreck before sanding and finish. I had a similar problem with a piece of Crab Apple, but with a lot of patience and sanding it also worked out. You have shown over and over that one only gets out what one puts into his/her work, that's a lesson never to forget. Another outstanding video and piece of work!! Thank you for sharing. Glenn

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Glenn, I appreciate your comment! 😄

[@tipsyturner434]

And now I've seen the whole thing. And of course, you were right. It looks awesome! Great job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks! 😄

[@aubreymoses5856]

Another hidden treasure Phil. Nice work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

I had faith in you to turn a masterpiece, excellent turning Mr. Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@eileenirwin2778]

Another great piece. I love it. The shape is just wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@68burnout]

The difference between the punky wood and the 'normal' wood is what I love. I like this piece very much. Didn't know hazel is so beautiful. We have a dying cherry tree in our backyard and it's so beautiful to see the natural proces the wood goes through. I just love how you manage to preserve that natural look in so many pieces you made/make. And very glad to see you are doing ok...at least I assume you are doing ok. 😉 Keep 'em coming Phil! 👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Ruud! Yup, doing better! 😄

[@Ilikeit616]

Ruud .... take that tree down ... put it someplace to dry .... preserve the beauty ....learn to turn ...get the root .... turn a bowl ....root will take along time to dry... go for it

[@68burnout]

@@Ilikeit616 The tree will be cut down. As far as turning goes, I would love to but I have too many health issues. Watching people like Phil doing their thing is the best it's going to get, and that's ok. 😉👍

[@timbutler3733]

I enjoy the pre turning discussion at the beginning. I too, ponder at the start of a project, it's good to hear other's thoughts.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Tim! 😄

[@nathangoodson7390]

Thank you for sharing your work here. I know I'm not the only one gleaning heaps of knowledge from your videos!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great to hear, Nathan, thanks! 😄

[@GordonRock1]

Gorgeous bowl, Phil. I really like that a lot. I don't think I have ever seen a Hazelnut tree or bush but I sure like the nuts! I can't believe you didn't see the little creature in the area you were pointing out. I saw it. I don't know what it was because it looks like it got hit by a truck but I bet it was cute before that happened. 😀😀 Another great video, buddy! Keep them coming! .....Gord

[@robinrummel1359]

Oh my word, had a good belly laugh at the poor creature being cute before getting hit by a truck! I was wondering what you had seen till you let that one fly out of left field, too funny! 😂😂😂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hahaha, you got me laughing over here, Gord! Thanks, buddy, I needed that! 😄

[@GordonRock1]

You’re welcome, buddy. We can all use a laugh once in awhile! Have a great night, my friend. 😃😃

[@arbourturning4094]

I admire your commitment to keep the pieces as natural as possible. I might not have the confidence to deal with the punkiness like you do.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You can do it! 😄

[@DarnWhippets]

Yep, I thought strewth that bottom's rough, then you worked the magic and turned a beautiful live edge bowl. Boss level skillz. Thank you Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Marc! 😄

[@koban101]

Hello Phil. A message from Denmark. I began woodturning for about 3 years ago. I have followed your videos since the beginning and with much pleasure and inspiration. Thank you. With kindness from Joergen.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Excellent, thank you, Joergen! 😄

[@eh1702]

When you said it was looking rough, I was relieved, because I was thinking it looked rough. But that’s fine, since I still know nothing about wood turning (..except, after all this time, I can recite all the safety instructions, speed and the magic formula for turning away the tenon!) But you were right about the sanding sealer, O Wise One - the curly-wavy look of the punky stuff and the contrast with the nutshell colour started to show with the first lick of cloth in there. It’s beautiful, beautiful punky grain shapes on the bottom. Lovely how the uptilt meets the sides, too.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like it, thank you for letting me know! 😄

[@vickirothe3761]

You worked your magic once again. It turned out beautifully. 👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ricktablelander5043]

Still awesome Phil, the thing I like about You is you're Real and not an actor, Great work as always

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, definitely not an actor, Rick! 😊

[@RebekkaRN1962]

Ok you asked for my honest opinion & honesty, I love it! Great work 👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool for me! Thanks, Duchess! 😄

[@lorihorowitz7708]

I loved the way it looked mid-turn, almost as much as I loved the look of the final piece! Another beautiful piece, Phil. And some wonderful and thoughtful explanations in the video itself. Top quality, as usual. Thank you for sharing!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome! Thank you, Lori! 😄

[@1striperon]

When you started, I had little hope it would come out as nice as it did. Well done, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Ron! 😄

[@patriotwoodturning]

You did exactly what that piece of would asked for...absolutely perfect. So it's punky, just adds character.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@GregoryWeirauch]

26:00 Spectacular. Phil, today is my birthday (Fri 9/23) thank you for the video, seeing you turn always makes my day. Thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Gregory! Happy Birthday! You are eight days ahead of me, date wise, anyway. I'm probably way ahead in years! 😄

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Well, at the halfway point I was seeing some potential in the contrast between the punkiness and hard wood. I was confident that you would find the beauty. And wow, did you ever! At a certain angle I was seeing a dog with a big black nose and black around the front of his mouth. Somewhere above those were a couple of small ears but I couldn't make out any eyes. It's something that a person would need to sit and study for a while to find the beast! 😁 Thank you Phil and Dave for this wonderful piece!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you could find the dog, even if he is a little incomplete. It's fun finding critters in the wood, thanks for playing along, Gwynn! 😄

[@bobpiec]

Phil, I think it looks very good and the punky wood sets off the hard wood. I am still amazed after watching you for a while that you take a piece of firewood and turn it into a beautiful work of art. God Bless You Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Bob! 😄

[@celiacomeau1]

it has so much character, I bet it feels amazing... I love the way the bottom looks...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It does feel good, Celia, thanks! 😄

[@randyboldt603]

Thank you for your purest views of not using acrylics in your work . So many other turners use acrylics , or CA glue to makeup for the nature of the wood . Your way of treating the medium in this case wood , and leaving the wood natural with out adding anything to take away from it’s natural Beauty .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are so welcome, Randy, thanks for noticing! 😄

[@dougspencer3572]

I didn't like the punky wood on the bottom till you put the sanding sealer on it. That really made it! Great piece as usual, thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm right there with you, Doug! 😄

[@deirdrebaker9601]

Hello Phil, that's another fine bowl you have made. As someone who is naive in the ways of woodturning, I really appreciate it when you explain how and why you make working decisions. If I'm not careful, I might learn something. 🙂 When you paused about half-way and asked what we thought of the project so far, I thought: "It looks a bit of a mess just now, but fools and bairns should not see a thing half-finished. If we just wait and watch, Phil will make something amazing out of it. My mom says to tell you that she loves seeing the different woods with which you work and she loves your videos. Take care and be well.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Deirdre and mom! 😄

[@smallnepal8604]

Another piece with STUFF this week and I love it! Good eye Phil! Thats so natural in its beauty.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@redleaf4902]

Hi Phil! I must admit: I did not see the beauty in the piece as you began working. But you did your magic! Trèz groovy. Raining beaucoup here. Lake is record high for September. The colours on the inside remind me of old maps from the 1700s. Slow down, you move too fast You got to make the morning last Just kicking down the cobblestones Looking for fun and feeling groovy Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy Hello lamppost, what'cha knowing I've come to watch your flowers growin' Ain't you got no rhymes for me? Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy I got no deeds to do, no promises to keep I'm dappled and drowsy and ready to sleep Let the morning time drop all its petals on me Life, I love you, all is groovy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Just drop off the key, Lee and set yourself free... 😄

[@denocro3586]

Gidday Phil, this is proof that it can be worthwhile giving most pieces of wood a try. Turned out great. Cheers Denis

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

There you go! Thanks Denis! 😄

[@colettevarize4230]

I love this bowl. It’s beautiful. You’re very talented and I:like the way you leave a lot of nature in your stuff.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you like it, Colette, thank you! 😄

[@danielmartin41]

Mr. Phil, I discovered your channel a while ago and it's just wonderful. you are great, you have become my teacher, I send you an affectionate greeting !!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly, Daniel! 😄

[@tinaharbit1806]

Yes, a bit punky but I absolutely love this piece! Amazing turn Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Many thanks, Tina! 😄

[@jacobrawles8687]

Looks great. Lots of character. The knot kinda looks like a snapping turtle mouth. The bark also looks like turtle skin. You have a calming presence, and you inspire me to keep working with my lathe. It's not much about like spair parts, but still a fun time. Thankyou for sharing so all of us can enjoy your talent and creativity.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Just keeping busy is enough, Jacob and it sounds like you are so good job on you! 😄

[@edwardhand7070]

As always you give great advice and keep others in mind when it comes to safety. I for one made the mistake of using that particular cut and learned the hard way. Happy turning my friend ☺️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, some of us live and learn from it, Edward, the lucky ones! 😄

[@edwardhand7070]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I'm just lucky to have found a passion for making something from, well pretty much nothing. This hobby has changed me in ways that I would say changed my life. For that I give you and a lot of other wood turners that I watch, Gary included a great big ❤️🥰. Because of you guys, and along with our friends all around the world. I get a great feeling of accomplishment when I finish a project. Keep inspiring the masses and be well my friend and take care. And Oh yeah happy turning ☺️

[@greggmarkham36]

You have a knack for finding the best the piece is going to give great work again Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Gregg! 😄

[@betsy0br]

I was hoping the bump would end up looking like a frog on the log. However, the fun and interest in watching you turn is seeing the magic you do with different wood that start off looking dusty, dirty and ugly and end up looking impressive and beautiful. You help release the beauty within that normally would go unnoticed. Good grief Phil you’ve done it again!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You've nailed the description of what I try to do, Betsy, thank you! 😄

[@diannesorem6389]

1.I actually like the contrast of the punky part compared to the hard wood. 2.The finished bowl is absolutely beautiful. I like how you use the nature in the piece and accent it with your turning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you can appreciate that, Dianne, thank you! 😄

[@davidscullbonz]

I have no idea what the perfect wood blank looks like - I’ve never seen one. But this I do know: in the hands of a diligent artisan and skilled craftsman, the finished piece can be pretty darn close to ideal in form and function. The knot? We have a Labrador/pit bull mix that I see briefly in the knot when it’s at eye level and turned about thirty degrees to the left. Another masterpiece, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, David! 😄

[@lyleturner6964]

still watching, but the contrast in the hard wood and the punkyness looks amazing, I really like the way it is turning out.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stevesheller9223]

Very nice. I love the variety of shapes,sizes and abnormalities of the pieces you are willing to take on. Well done. 👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much 😀

[@iluomopeloso]

Beautifully finished, Phil. I gotta say, when you asked what we would have done with it at about 15:00 in, I probably would have chucked it in the fire at that point. But I'm glad *you* didn't! You made something beautiful out of it. I probably would have made a pile of chips out of it. lol I got a good giggle out of the TMNT reference, as well. I can kinda see a comic turtle head looking out of the bowl at that nub.

[@robinrummel1359]

I thought it was a frog on the first go round but couldn't see it after that one time. 🙃

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@robertboycewoodturningn.c.7838]

Beautifully done. Colors looks awesome. 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Robert! 😄

[@billshadowraven1699]

Mr Anderson. You are the pill that puts me in the wood turning Matrix. After 2 years of spinning my lathe I still feel like a newbie. From the beginning I've wanted to make natural pieces like you do. Letting the wood speak to you and listening. The punky wood is just a characteristic that gets to stay. The chainsaw marks are excellent. I've made some to me wonderful pieces thanks to you and a few others. Shellac is my go-to finish. It's kind of a natural product. Oddly it's a bug poop. Right? I think some of our candy like M&Ms has it on it. Another wonderful piece Phil and I always learn from you. Man I've had a few pieces blow up on the lathe. And some wicked scary gouge marks. Every time I learn something new. Thank you Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, shellac is used to coat candy including M&M's, Bill. Yeah, it's partly bug poop. Yummm! Early on I had so many huge catches and fly-away pieces I almost gave up. It gets better with practice, have fun! 😄

[@genetibbets6663]

I really enjoy the way you go about deciding what can be done to get to the end turning this turn out to be a beautiful peace I love the color

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Gene! 😄

[@tipsyturner434]

Ok, I'm at the point where you first asked for opinions. I think it looks ok... maybe iffy. The coloring/ grain looks very nice. I may try to stabilize it somehow, like you said with CA, or something. Maybe a thinish coat of resin to solidify it. Then again, I haven't started turning yet, so I have no experience. Now...to find out what you actually did...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lewisgreenway5065]

We have a few different species of Hazelnut in UK but I have never seen any that size, you asked what would people think after you had partly turned, how it would look at the end. I have watched all your videos and often thought pieces were not going to turn out any good, of course the end results were always nice so I just knew this would be fine, good job Phil. 😁

[@BigAlNaAlba]

We have a lot of Hazel stands up here in the Western Highlands of Scotland. I have never seen any thicker than the width of a hand. Most are multi basal stemmed shrubs, even the mature ones.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, too kind, Lewis, thank you! 😄

[@richardpenycate8783]

Hi Phil. I love the easy way you scrape over the punky bits. We have an unnecessary desire to make our finished pieces look like perfection. It’s wood and is not perfect. Love the finished bowl. Cheers Richard

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Richard! 😊

[@timarmstrong2338]

I don't know what to think the punky wood is looking pretty punky but I've got faith in you you'll amaze me at the end

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I hope you approve of the finished piece, Tim! 😄

[@misfitramone]

I see a turtle in it

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

See, teenage mutant ninja turtle! 😄

[@misfitramone]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Donatello to be exact!

[@ceciljanise2318]

Phil .. another lovely turning.. you always make it look so easy.... Thanks for sharing...

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[@carlspringle9342]

As always Phil you created another Gorgeous piece. Nicely done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@archiehebron8944]

I always appreciate the good advice. I'm going to keep it simple, sir.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Archie! 😃

[@lyndaowen2154]

I am stubborn like you I keep going. The different colors, the different textures, I like it so far.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

There you go, Lynda, stick with it, it will turn into something! 😊

[@adrianstephens4685]

A gargoyle comes to mind. Maybe not an animal, but a good way through.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@paulinebradford4823]

This is one very beautiful bowl. I love the contrast between the live edge and the turned wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, thank you, Pauline! 😄

[@blessedsinner8686]

I think it has a lot of character. I like it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@apostolicoutdoors]

@27:05 I see a big cat from the side. Very nice work! Thanks for sharing Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@wallyschmidt77]

I love your dedication to the wild grain!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Wally! 😄

[@suewinn4426]

love it Icould not wait to see it finished but resisted fast forward. Because I love watching you work a lump of wood into art. the journey is a massive part of the enjoyment of any of your work. thank you Phil once again a wonderful video. sue

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for your kind comment, Sue! 😄

[@sianroberts3874]

Another beautiful bowl pulled out of your hat, Phil. Love the bottom as much as the top, if not more, you always get it right! The punky and the smooth create the perfect contrast in texture as well as colour, which is beautiful. Take care and thank you.💛🫂😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Sian, I always appreciate the support! 😄

[@charliemorris7159]

I think the punky parts help give more character.Looks like it will be some more of your finest.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@sabrina-wq4uu]

The punky wood is there to add contrast and texture. Without the contrast, the piece would be more ordinary and less extraordinary. It's beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Sabrina! 😄

[@larryflake2489]

Well Done! You’re still my favorite. LARRY

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Larry! 😄

[@christinemiller7238]

I love that you were able to keep all that bark. Fantastic! I live in a cabin in the woods surrounded by trees. This is my kind of decor.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Christine! Well, a house in the woods surrounded by trees and this is my kind of decor, too! 😄

[@joallawestervelt6918]

You cracked me up when you were working the bottom and you were going to flip it around and I was saying "Wait! Wait! You didn't make your recess!" And then you said "Well Phil, you big stupe. Almost forgot the recess!" I think it turned out nice. 💕😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I'm a "stupe" more than I might show, Joalla! 😄

[@jenniemcclish3559]

wood is wood and will do as it wants and will be beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@BigAlNaAlba]

Thanks for making me "Totally Cool". I don't think I have ever been cool before. Another nice bowl Phil. I really like it. I have a very punky bit of elm I might tackle this weekend after watching your great results.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, have fun with it! 😄

[@davidwise5834]

Hi Phil I am glade you stick to the working on a piece even if a bit punky it turned out realy cool . Love you videos Maria and David Wise

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😄 Cheers!

[@susannah4Him]

I would take it off & do the rest by hand; but that’s also because I have no mechanical tools! 😂 I actually admire your patience, creativity and perseverance! You taught me how to love a more natural edge and look than I was inclined. Well done, you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you can appreciate something a little different, Susannah. That means a lot to me, thank you! 😊

[@jackfitzgerald6927]

WOW, Fanatic.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jeanlong5965]

Phil, it is beautiful and leaving the knot on the edge is great. Love the live edge and the shape of the bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad, thank you, Jean! 😄

[@donscottvansandt4139]

I learn so much from you... thanks Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know, Donscott, thank you! 😊

[@heidiandjaredsano9252]

Fantabulous!!!! I love the colors, the grain movement and different textures.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yay! 😄

[@gregdownunderinOz]

Well Phil another impressive piece. There was some hidden magic in it. I’m surprised how well the puniness sanded . And the base is just lovely. The top of the bowl is a real treasure though. Good advice to nobles about the dangerous cut as I also have had catches when I’m not paying attention. Your videos always bring me pleasure. It’s like listening to a favourite uncle or grandad. Thanks Phil from downunder. At our mens shed there are quite a few of us who love your videos and the way you do things. We all tell the new turners to go and watch Phil. Thanks again

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for telling me this, Greg! To think there is someone in this world talking about me warms my heart! 😄

[@jayscott306]

Excellent form choices, Phil. I think you removed exactly the right amounts. Those raw edges look great with that finish. Well done, sir!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jay! 😄 Cheers!

[@youenn2180]

Hazel that big ! Never seen , softwood "punky" as you said , no wonder , that hazeltree was over his lifetime but the piece was extra made for Phil , its punkiness a great advantage as we can see , once again !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It took some coaxing but the beauty came out. Thank you, Youenn! 😃

[@rayworstine4399]

Good evening, Phil. I really like your bowl. The punky wood is something I deal with often. I usually try to fix it with mostly successful results. Glad to see your success with this one. Nicely done my friend.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@pippin1ful]

Another excellent result, Phil. Full of characture!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Richard! 😊

[@lynneodell4908]

i love hazel nut wood .the bowl is beautiful, and i think it looks like a snapping turtle .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Lynne! 😄

[@dapperdave4952]

Saw marks...history of the bowl? Brilliant!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Dave! 😄