Acacia? Live Edge, Anyway! - Wood Turning

I went looking for a piece of White Oak but it turned out to be Acacia! Well, that'll work! Had some stumbling blocks as far as bowl design but it all worked out in the end. Finished in Shellac.
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Things I Like To Turn:
Live Edge Bowls, Natural Edge Bowls, Bark On Bowls, Firewood Pile Bowls, Natural Vases, Wood With Bug Holes, Cracked, Natural Voids, Knots, Ironwood. The Unusual become my Newest Woodturning Video Each Week!
What I use:
Bowl Gouges, Spindle Gouge, Skew Chisel, Parting Tool, Dovetail Tool, Face Plate Ring, Wood Worm Screw, SuperNova2 Chuck, Power Sanding Disks, Sand O Flex, Howard Feed & Wax, Sanding Sealer, Shellac, Scotch Brite Pads for Smoothing Finishes

[@jerrysouthern4142]

I learned so much from you fail I have been watching you for over a year and a half I have a graciously light I am 70 years old and I have been turning for over a year I’ve been turning bowls and vases but your work is just plum beautiful I can’t waitTo see what you come up with next

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wonderful, Jerry! I've got a few years on you but let's hope we will be together for a long time to come! 😊

[@horatiohornblower868]

Nothing surpasses the work of Mother Nature!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Agreed!

[@normpeplow3813]

You made the right decision on how to turn it. Great job! It is awe inspiring.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you liked it, Norm! 😀

[@MadonnaThornton.Woodworks]

I always come back to your videos when I have a hard time figuring out how to mount pieces. Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@martinwatson2235]

Once again you have knocked it out of the park. Well done excellent work on a beautiful piece of wood. You're a pleasure to watch no, no jumping around or showy display, your work and wood say it all. Excellent even my wife appreciates your pieces.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Martin and thanks to your wife, as well! 😊

[@rhenry1194]

Thank you Mr. Phil for sharing your love and knowledge of this trade.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

My pleasure, thanks for watching! 😊

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Perfect...definitely one of my favorites so far....

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know, Loraine, thank you! 😊

[@christinemiller7238]

Acacia is so beautiful, and so is this piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@robertmiles388]

I just wanna say what a beautiful bowl and I would call it the lava bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great name, Robert, thank you!

[@aranka9435]

Exactly my thought! This time you took a scoop of a lava flow. 🌋

[@rcknross]

OMG, that turned ... out a lot better than you thought

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lyndaowen2154]

Turned out beautifully! I sure do like the live edge like that. The bark just gives it so much character and personality. Just beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@patriciapolmanteer3586]

Watched this one tonight. What a beauty without a doubt. But PLEASE.. Stop scaring us. You point out you don't dare go any deeper-farther and then ya get our your scraper.. Talk about giving us heart failure. 😆 you never cease to amaze and mesmerize me while you are turning.. Thank you so much..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Well, there's always room for just one more cut... 😊

[@glendapotter9525]

I just found your channel the other night. Am up a lot at night because of pain and I am so enjoying you. Very hypnotic and therapeutic. Beautiful objects. It's amazing to me that you see these beautiful objects in the making out of quite frankly ugly pieces of wood. What an amazing gift. Thankyou for sharing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sorry for the pain, Glenda but so glad you have found my videos to be helpful in passing the time, thank you! 😊

[@alanneel2749]

binge watching with all this rain!! what a great piece!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@neil_m135]

Amazing what Phil can do with a piece of wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Neil! 😊

[@rainbowbeard38]

Well done Phil, I love the thickness of the piece. When nature guides us it’s a beautiful thing. All the best.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Absolutely 😊

[@hazelshepherd496]

I can’t believe something so pretty came out of that piece of wood.........

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Will wonders never cease, Hazel! LOL! Thank you for watching! 😊

[@mgkipper]

Another great piece from my favourite wood turner from your neighbour on Vancouver Island

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks! I've been to your neck of the woods a couple times. Just beautiful up that way! My wife just loved the Craigdarroch Castle.

[@jpopelish]

A beauty. I love the flared back top. Looks alive, if maybe, from another planet.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks! 😊

[@GregoryWeirauch]

Another awesome project in the books!!!! Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for watching, Gregory!

[@kelvindawe1651]

There's nothing like a living edge bowl and this is a lovely example nice one Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I feel the same way, Kelvin, thank you!

[@Henry_Little]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful; Uncle Phil 👍.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Many thanks, Dwayne! 😊

[@crusindc5282]

You have an excellent eye for wood and allow the shape to transform gradually in phases that express a dynamic beauty. There is considerable variety from one area to others in any direction. That holds the attention. The piece holds the eye and fascinates the mind. Excellent!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate your uplifting comment! 😊

[@semblanceoflife631]

It's nice to see the embrace of the natural beauty of the wood without resorting to using resin to make a specific shape. Keep up the great work!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@toniecheverria8510]

Wow who would of thought it would turned out like that. Great work Phil! AGAIN!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks again, Toni! 😊

[@sembauman1242]

Thanks Phil for your quick responses always joy to see your return response

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Any time! 😊

[@jamesharless5357]

You’ve outdone yourself Phil, beautiful!👍🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you think so! 😊

[@dianesmith9512]

Beautiful! I love the way the sides look like bird wings.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Diane! 😊

[@geraldsimon3268]

You're lucky to have people who bring unusual pieces of wood to you. Just use what I have or put together couple pieces of 2 by.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Don't think I don't know it, Gerald! I have the best, most generous viewers ever! 😃

[@davesullivan3289]

Phil. Another great instructional video. I have often wondered how to turn a crouched bowl. Now I know. Thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Dave! 😊

[@PJTYLER]

A person could spend a few hours just looking at all of the natural features and beauty of this stunning bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like it, PJ, thank you!

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

That is a super duper a o k, gorgeous bowl💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, J'Lyssa! Cheers! 😊

[@alicemiller3139]

Wow, as you were turning it, I thought, nope, not gonna like it. I was so wrong! It’s beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I love it when I can fool someone, Alice! I'm so glad you like it, thank you! 😊

[@dennissheese9378]

Good. One. ❤ it. 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks 😊

[@ralphroche2861]

Really enjoy watching you turn

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoy it, Ralph, thank you for taking your time to watch and comment! 😊

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi Phil... that bark is just amazing... you really made a great job of turning it... the shape and finish are spot on... take care...All the best.....Andy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, Andy! I agree, the bark is great! Thank you, buddy!

[@RayShaw007]

Another first class job. Well done Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Ray! 😊

[@benjabens2058]

i am still a big fan of you and your work,phil!you always bring out the beauty of every block that comes on your lathe!!!grtngs!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Ben! I appreciate your time spent watching and commenting on my videos! 😊

[@albertdawson6814]

Beautiful just beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, albert! Cheers! 😊

[@donaldfarr8162]

Very nice Phil. Turned out beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, Donald, thank you!

[@tomcoker9882]

Thanks Phil for another good video. I would have never thought about mounting the whole crotch like that. Makes a very interesting bowl. Love all the grain and bark. The rolled over edges were a good choice. Thanks again for expanding my design choices with another interesting turning. Stay safe and well to keep them coming. Cheers, Tom

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Tom, for your great comment! 😊

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

Very beautiful .. Thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve, Happy Turkey Day!

[@raycooley2168]

Beautiful Great job Phil 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Ray! 😊

[@user-mw3br7hf9g]

my new favorite Phil, beautiful, piece of art !!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks! 😊

[@lonniesmallen6735]

That’s awesome.... my favorite so far!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks, Lonnie! 😊

[@michaelherrell5381]

Turned out well. Again just beautiful. Great work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks again, Michael!

[@julianclarke7178]

Wow Phil, you definitely knocked that one out of the park. Thanks for sharing, Stay Safe. Jules, Droitwich, England

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jules, thank you very much and you stay healthy, too! 😊

[@pcmcbride9026]

Wow!! I love that grain. Beautiful bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@ricktablelander5043]

spectacular Phil you've outdone yourself

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Rick! 😊

[@tinaharbit1806]

Another masterpiece Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tina! 😊

[@richkeelan1312]

Gorgeous love the live edge

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a bunch, Rich! 😊

[@debparks2034]

Absolutely fantastic. A beautiful piece of art.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Many thanks, Deb! 😊

[@JuanPerez-ek8wd]

another great piece.. I like the shape and the color, and you're right, that bark is fantastic..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Juan! 😊

[@CaptJohn-op3bf]

That is beautiful Phil! Love the grain, shape, and bark features.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Cap! 😊

[@chriscarpenter4415]

I love it. Another great work

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Chris! Cheers!

[@seancox2425]

Absolutely beautiful work. You are truly an artist.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Sean! 😊

[@coachhale70]

That sir may be the best I have seen you do!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kellyadamski8092]

Absolutely amazing as always thanks Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Kelly, thanks! 😊

[@joslynstuff]

wow that is just outstanding

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Joslyn! 😊

[@susanwinter2896]

What a stunning piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Susan, thank you! 😊

[@barrymartin7085]

One of your best pieces....

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you think so, Barry, thank you! 😊

[@hotrodhog2170]

I really like the way it came out Phil! I'm going up to my folks house for Christmas and I'm bringing a couple chunks of wood to put on Dad's lathe! He is 90 and doesn't turn anymore and it's just sitting there. Back in 2018 I replaced the spindle bearings for him and he has used it once since then. It can turn a 20" piece! I figure a Cherry crotch and a 10/4 Black Walnut slab should keep me busy for a minute Lol.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds like a great way to spend some holiday time, Hotrod. Enjoy! 😊

[@leefortune3351]

amazing as always!! Hats off to the master lathesmen.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Lee! 😊

[@SiamWoodShop]

Nice work Phil, looks great. Keep safe

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, John, you too! 😊

[@dangraf3504]

Beautiful workmanship. I read where Acacia was used in building the Ark of the Covenant. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Very cool, Dan, thank you! 😊

[@ozarkladyscreativemoods]

Looks like a piece for a holiday table!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@patrickguy4417]

Man I love your work, and I love to turn and leave as much natural wood as I can

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@haroldtunich8809]

Looks like a lava flow love it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@danyoung6974]

That was a fun watch. Thanks, Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Dan, thank you!

[@markanthonystringer9823]

Hi Phil, a lovely piece. You jumped over the stumbling blocks like a young steeple chaser. Acacia grain funny stuff Iv'e found when turned it. God bless, stay safe. Tony

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Tony! I'm glad you like it!

[@donlute3444]

That turned great. Exquisite masterpiece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don! 😊

[@MrGidupngo]

Wow. I'm learning so much from your site. Thanks mate!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad to hear it, Clive, thanks for watching! 😊

[@pamelalawrence5661]

what a transformation! Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Pamela! 😊

[@karenh789]

Probably my favorite bowl, beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Karen! 😊

[@lindasnow3960]

This is an amazingly beautiful bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bluediabolo1]

Another amazing Video , thank you very much Phil. Greetings from Bavaria/Germany ....Chris

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Chris, and thanks for letting me know where you are from! 😊

[@mikeyoung8126]

Very beautiful I love that bark love it Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Mike!

[@jackskelton6773]

Beautiful 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Jack! 😊

[@eranmizrahi7948]

i love watching your videos, your approach to wood and your approach in general. keep turning and take care sir

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Eran, for your kind comment! 😊

[@joyfulnoise6556]

Amazing grain again. Such a beautiful piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stephendonathan6782]

Very beautiful piece! God Bless!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Stephen! Cheers! 😊

[@jackgetzler3451]

Another beautiful piece wonderful grain pattern

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jack!

[@rodelcapul7453]

That is beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Rodel! Cheers! 😊

[@stephanielovatt2787]

I enjoyed watching this with my (almost) 3 year old grandson. I live with three grandsons, who are all interested in woodturning videos. A new generation of turners, perhaps?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Very cool, Stephanie! It would be wonderful if they picked up an interest in working with their hands, even if just a hobby. 😊

[@robertbourke7935]

Excellent result Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, Robert, thank you!

[@bryanstiles3569]

That's just amazing. Can't wait to turn my first knot or knuckle piece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@rstone7727]

My goodness, that one's a beauty Phil.. Nicely done...!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kelvindawe5123]

Beautiful Phil as always. 👌

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Many thanks, Kelvin!

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Looks great 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, M V T!

[@janedc5ch319]

It is beautiful, you always do beautiful work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jane! 😊

[@sheilahperry-rosales8748]

Very pretty wood and I love the droopy edges.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@brookslyle402]

I love your videos. I’m new to wood turning and these are real inspirations.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome! Thank you, Brooks! 😊

[@garthkeck2003]

Beautiful Phil. I like the way the bark turned out.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Garth! Cheers!

[@robinwommack-bigge4466]

I am a fan of Nick Zamemeti, his 1st videos were like yours. Forced. But then he threw it all into the wind and let his crazy rule! I’m not a turner...but I love watching you all producing your products! Pohl Barn and Nick Zammeti are my current faves!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Robin.

[@Bkrsdtr]

That’s wonderful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Kat! 😊

[@rickharem5788]

Stunning piece Phil! Very unique. I love it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@scottfarnham2717]

Another excellent piece Phil!! Beautiful!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks, Scott!

[@johndaniels7213]

It really is beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you like it, John, thank you!

[@AZJack]

One of the best! Nice work!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you think so, Jack, thank you! 😃

[@lakeshorewoodturner5136]

Beautiful piece Phil. That bowl has a lot of nature.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes it does! Thank you!