Butternut! Too Far Gone? 👀 Maybe. - Wood Turning

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for tuning in today, folks! Love ya for that! I'm not likely to have a turning video next week. I'm about to start on changing from old computer to new and I have a ton of files to move. I'm sure it's going to take days and days! I'm also quite nervous about it so, wish me well, please! LOL! Phil

[@AnnaAnna-uc2ff]

Best of luck.

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

I moved all of my files (including movies) in a couple of hours. The software is really better now. Good luck.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@judebrown4103]

Today I'm watching you in bed on a Friday evening instead of from my bed on Friday morning so I'm a bit discombobulated!That sounded like a windy day at Shady Acres when you recorded that Phil. As always you made something good come out of that ol' bit of wood. I'm going to save the e-bike videos for when you're wrangling your computer. Good luck, hope it goes well, see you on the other side of the terabytes! 👍

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi Phil... As others have said... you definitely got the most out of that unpromising piece of wood... Nice job... Take care my friend...All the best.....Andy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Andy! Have a great weekend! 😊

[@johnnybfan]

It's really funny, Phil, when you were talking about the uses of the bowl, my thought immediately was to put rocks in it. Then you said the same thing just seconds later. A few polished rocks in there would look great! As always, I enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing them, Jim

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I agree, Jim, polished rocks would be perfect! 😀

[@vickirothe3761]

Oh Phil, it may be older or damaged wood, but the subtle grain coloration I find quite appealing. Additionally, it challenged you a bit too, and if you are even a little like me, you still enjoy conquering a challenge. You gave it a chance to be something other than moldy wood. It is a unique and usable piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Vicki! 😊

[@johnwhite6899]

🙋‍♂️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Hi Phil another trip into your workshop and a story you have told. Different wood from what you expected and several obstacles in your way, but never the less you did it. It's not all about the finished piece but when they are on display you can tell all the different woods and the problems you had to overcome to finish the pieces. I hope you get your new PC working soon my week won't be the same without my visit to your workshop. Take care Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, John! 😊 Everything is set up, lots of moving about to get there. Now I just have to let Windows do it's thing and then start adding programs, etc.

[@donaldadams5342]

Phil, it's ALWAYS a JOY to spend time with you. Although we're not physically with you we are with you in spirit. The piece of Butternut you had was NOT good to look at BUT, in typical Phil, 'never say never' you decided to give it your best shot AND YOU WON. This bowl is brilliant when one considers what you started with & it certainly would make a great 'key bowl' & I am sure many other uses could be found for it. I too would get nervous having to change anything to do with computer files so I feel for you. Good luck with it my friend. Cheers, Don from South Aust.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don! Today is the day for the computer switch. I have a good handle on how I'm going to do it, just have to get started! 😊

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Beautiful bowl, Phil. 😊😊😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@beardedwoodpecker]

Very nice Phil Happy turnings Yiannis

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Yiannis! 😀

[@jimfisher5201]

Much better than letting it disappear in the fireplace, and it does look good standing on its edge and on its base. All the best to you. Regards Jim

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jim! 😊

[@briancarlisle320]

At the very least it's a pleasing shape and has interesting coloration and grain. I still think it's a win!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Brian! 😊

[@EdwinGibbons-u2y]

I still learned from you, as always! You pointed out challenges and how to work with what you have. Even though the piece is not the most beautiful that I have seen you make, I learned a lot about the wood, and how to work with it. Don't view it as a failure, or less than desirable, but rather as a great learning experience!! --Ed

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good points, Ed! 😊

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I am afraid the old saying "you can't make a silk purse out of a Sows ear came to mind" fair play you stuck with it and did the best you could. not read any comments yet so no doubt some people will love it will check now. 😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, I have a very diplomatic audience, Lewis! LOL!

[@lewisgreenway5065]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop we all love you that's why. 😁

[@cherylmessina9284]

Well, I really like this piece. Turned out great!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lyndaowen2154]

The shape is great -- overall, I think it turned out pretty good -- use as a utility bowl for somebody say a catch all it's just right for. Some pieces are for showpieces and some for work pieces so don't be unhappy about the product is still turned very nice and very useful. Still enjoy your videos thank you for continuing to share.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great point, Lynda! Yes, it is at least, useful. Thank you! 😊

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Well, that old log deserved a chance and you brought out some nice features in it. The grain on the bottom really is pretty. I have to tell you that I've got a picture in my mind of you "slobbering" that sanding sealer on the piece. There really aren't many better words for it. Perhaps slather. Daub or smear really don't convey the idea very well. Because I have a dog who is a champion slobberer, I think your depiction of putting that sanding sealer on gets the message across the best! 🐶 Thanks for taking us through the turning of that difficult piece of butternut. 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hahahahaha, you've made me laugh out loud, Gwynn! I don't usually use that term to describe applying sealer but, I couldn't think of the word slather! LOL!

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop 😄

[@clydeschuyler]

Still looks beautiful Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Clyde! 😀

[@jackgreve4573]

I think that looks awesome,Phil.thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jack! 😊

[@jimputnam7539]

I think the piece turned out very interesting!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@davidwilkinson-z7r]

That might make an interesting table clock. 😉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@williamellis8993]

That's still nice, Phil. You're your own worst critic. That would look good on a table with some live cactus or flowers in it. Bill

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, that would be a good use for it, Bill! They would hide a lot of the flaws! 😊

[@pippin1ful]

You worked hard on that manky piece of lichen covered wood, but you won. A good result, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Richard! 😀

[@daviddejong187]

An attractive piece Phil and as always fun to watch.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, David! 😊

[@georgesatory7242]

Hi Phil, We moved into the farm this past week and the work load is enormous but everyone is making a huge effort to make it beautiful. It is outside of Port Rowan, Ontario about 3 miles north of Lake Erie. We're already planning the wood shop in the barn but it will probably take a year before I will be turning anything. Keep inspiring me. George

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

New beginnings, sounds wonderful, George! Just enjoy the process, you'll get there! 😊

[@colleenmccarthy-evans3149]

I think it's lovley 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Colleen! 😊

[@_zhawkeye_9808]

...pull your hard drive(s) from your old computer and pick up a hard drive docking station...plug them into the new computer and use them as an external drive...transfer the files whenever it's convienent... I still like the bowl...whenever you can save a chunk of wood and transform it into something useful, it's a win...👍 Matt

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good advice, Matt, thanks! 😊 I do have a backup drive. It's just that it is huge and takes forever to move everything. Also, lots of my old programs won't work with the new operating system so I have to buy and download, then learn, new software. Not fun! LOL!

[@_zhawkeye_9808]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop 😂😂😂 Well, what I'm suggesting is just use the old hard drive as an external drive...you really don't HAVE to move files...just access them when you need them... Now, upgrading the programs to run on the new OS...yep, no gettin' 'round those painful learnin' curves...😆 Matt

[@DiplodocusJackson]

I think it was a nice save. So many chonks flying when you were doing the bowl. The crotch feather on the bottom is great.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, the bottom is the star! 😊

[@jeanlong4285]

Phil, I think you made the best that could be with what you have.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Jean!😀

[@cliffboulton8763]

Every piece I've watched you turn has been a Masterpiece, Phil, and this is no exception. If this was on your table at home it would be unique. Nobody else would have a bowl anywhere like it. Don't run yourself down, Mate. I wish you all the luck in the world with your new computer. I've just got Windows Crap, sorry Windows 10 on my lap top.what a technical error that was!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Cliff! New computer has Win 11. I have it on my laptop and don't love it! 😊

[@alangibb3100]

Phil to be fair it turned out much nicer that what I thought it would, it was really punky and the bark was in bad shape. So well done for persevering on it, well done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Alan! 😊

[@sheilahperry-rosales8748]

It's perfectly imperfect!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@thinklikeadog007]

I like it! Both sides now 🎉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@denisewood3440]

Well I like it , its different. Love the shape.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Denise! 😊

[@edwardhand7070]

I have a fascination with Butternut and I just can't help myself from turning it. Just finished up a black Walnut bowl because all I've been turning lately was Butternut. Good luck with technology I'm terrible at it. Happy turning my friend 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh, I bet the black Walnut is pretty! 😊

[@edwardhand7070]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop yes it is and I also love turning that species just as much. The smell of Black Walnut to me is a pleasant smell with a mask on of course. Safety is always first along with education of what I do for the first time on what I'm doing. My biggest problem is I have more wood than I can could ever turn. I think? But if it's a species of wood that I haven't turned. I'm heading out with my chainsaw to get some. Just can't help myself.

[@geraldmoore3686]

Phil, sometimes it is about the challenge, not so much the results. I will say, you did much more with it than most folks would have. On a different note, I want to thank you for doing the video about the sound you had with your lathe and what you did to correct it. I also have a 1840 Jet and yes mine started making the same noise as yours. I did as you did and that corrected the issue. I had to tighten my handle a bit mor than you did, but that fixed it. Thanks a lot for sharing that with us, as it made my issue, thanks to you, a simple fix. The E-bike reviews were interesting, as I ride a regular bike daily.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great! Thank you, Gerald! 😊

[@bobh5616]

Thanks Phil, Great lesson again. I always use my 100mm jaws instead of the 50mm jaws whenever I can, even with the wood screw. More stability is always an advantage.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Bob! 😊

[@renegonzalez8070]

Hey you rescued it from the mulch pile stopped the decay process all in all nice turning

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Rene! 😊

[@dt.woodcreations2064]

Hey Phil enjoyed the video. Punky wood is hard to work with. Hard to sand and to get a nice finish. Good luck with the data transfer. Used computers daily before I retired. That is one of the things I don’t miss. Have a good weekend. Dan

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Dan! I'm getting there but, slowly! 😊

[@amandatallis9875]

Hi Phil this piece ofButternut is really wonderful I like the grain and colour and the markings in it I totally love this wood. The bark is awesome it looks lovely. The key, coin live edge dish is magnificent and unique. The finish you used really made the wood and bark stand out I really love it well done Phil. Take care all the best with change over of computers from Amanda xx❤❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Amanda! 😀 Cheers!

[@donscottvansandt4139]

I think it's awesome! I really like the way it looks...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yay, thank you! 😊

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

WOW PHIL u deffinetly know how too make a great bowls.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Manjit!😀

[@dianeclemmer1344]

Turned out really nice ❤️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Diane! 😊

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Morning Phil. I could see it was very punky by the dust that was coming off rather than shavings. I like the end result end great work getting it to a finished state. Good luck with your new computer, I don't like the process of moving everything over from one to another either but once it's done you'll be happy. Take care my friend. Cheers, Huw

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I sure hope so, Huw. Today's the day! 😊

[@graygrand]

It’s still very nice looking.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lionelcarriere7898]

Well honestly as you would say , I'm not in love with it lol . But it is nice . Good turning Phil 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Lionel! 😊

[@cabman86]

I use a lot of punky wood making my keepsake boxes. What I do is use a watered down poly and apply it to the wood before I get into it. It absorbs the poly and makes it stronger to work with. Maybe apply the sanding sealer to the punky parts and see what happens with the cutting.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Cabman! 😊

[@maryrichmond]

I think it's a great unique piece. Would make a great fruit bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mary! 😊

[@maryrichmond]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop You’re very welcome Phil.

[@bryanstiles3569]

Oh come on Phil, there is no bad piece. So the bumps bruises and scars is what makes it 1 of a kind and unusual. Lol. Didn't look bad to me. I like it. It almost looks fake. But good luck on your computer and have s good weekend

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Bryan! 😊

[@thomasdemali4349]

Fine job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@MarklTucson]

That piece of wood was quite challenging. You did an admirable job with what it provided and the bark does have some interesting features. I agree, the bottom looks quite nice; I think it would look very cool with a clock movement in it -- the size of the recess is about the right diameter for something like that. Best of luck with the computer upgrade. I remember when getting a new computer was an exciting event because of all the new features and capabilities that came with the upgrade; it has now become more traumatic than exciting. I will say that upgrading has become less traumatic after migrating to the Apple environment -- the last several upgrades have been really very transparent and painless.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mark! I agree, it used to be fun to get a new computer and now it's just dread to make the change. I'll get it done, though! 😊

[@betsybetros6455]

Love your show! And all those holes are sapsucker woodpecker holes🙂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes they are, Betsy! 😊

[@Delriverred]

These are my favorites. Finally found out how to do comments since I like to watch on my big screen.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate the extra effort, thank you! 😊

[@shanonstrauss]

It's interesting. I like it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Shanon! 😊

[@huberthicks9080]

Not the nicest wood but still an enjoyable watch, Phil. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@PBUCKY1969]

Don't be so hard on yourself Phil this is still a beautiful piece of wood that you turned into art! Pleasure to watch👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Fully understand what you’re saying about this piece. I like butternut a lot but can’t seem to find any locally. That double cathedral pattern in the grain is lovely. You weee u fortunate to he given a piece that was pretty well gone. Great job with what you had.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, this one tried my patience, Doug. Thanks a lot, my friend! 😊

[@davesullivan3289]

Phil I think you brought out the very best in your work. I think you and papa1947 have the best channels on the. I like to watch you turn a vase once in a while because I can see you are not quite as comfortable doing it. More like me. Good luck on the computer, and keep turning. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate it, Dave, thank you! 😊

[@carolriley8472]

I like it, Phil. Both sides look good. It shows that you can always do a good job with a chunk of wood that is less than ideal. If you look closely at the crotch grain, you can see the feather in it. I just cut a large crotch piece of Honey Locust and then cut it down the middle. I have 2 lovely pieces that each have a feather in the grain.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds very nice, Carol! Enjoy! 😊

[@jnol9009]

This is still a beautiful piece Phil. U always do a fantastic job. Good luck on the new PC 🤞. Thx and take care.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@russpenrose5060]

Phil, You took a nasty piece of wood. I wasn't sure what would come of your effort. I think you got the best out of what you had to work with. Good work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Russ! 😊

[@texanasimmons1761]

I like it a lot! You always give a voice to the wood so it can tell you what it wants to look like. Im happy you didnt cut it to be a circle and you managed to keep the bark on it. I love the extra touch that the woodpecker put on the bowl with all those holes! It was a great touch, Im really pleased you left the holes! Thank you, Phil for another beautiful and unique piece!❤️❤️🤎🤎

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Texana! 😊

[@williamfawkes8379]

I just started it, and I see sapsucker holes. That means it's probably butternut. Awesome

[@williamfawkes8379]

There used to be a lot of this wood in Oregon, but those birds think it's quite tasty. In Minnesota, Carpenter ants like to make nests in the trunk. It's just too sweet to ignore it. This is bad, because it's my favorite carving wood. All the beauty of walnut, but it's soft and still holds good detail.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@maudwelford1843]

I like it Phil. It's different 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🤪💕🇬🇧🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Maud! 😊

[@Audie1234]

I like it❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Audie! 😊

[@Danseadorf]

Nice project Phil, part butternut, part Phil Anderson. ( Blood) Definitely better than firewood. Thanks for the video Phil, good luck with computer.... Dan

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Dan! 😊

[@ports10r]

I have carved butternut, looks dull but the minute a finish is put on it, it just looks amazing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ЛеонидБрыкун]

Доброго времени суток Фил. Отличная работа. Получилась очень красивая чаша. Страшненькая заготовка, превратилась в настоящий шедевр. Мне очень нравится, что Вы не боитесь нестандартных заготовок, из них получаются очень красивые вещи. Древесина двух оттенков, это очень красиво. Спасибо за видео.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Большое спасибо! Мне очень нравится использовать неидеальную древесину. Просто получается более интересная вещь. Я рад, что ты чувствуешь то же самое! 😊

[@TerryBinder-r4n]

Phil I like what you made out a piece of fire wood. You always turn the not so good piece of wood into something awsome. Thanks for the tip on sharpening the mortise tool I have the same one and have been using some of my wife's finger nail emery boards . Will have to find one of those Dimond cards. Thanks again !!!!!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Terry! 😊 I think you will find the diamond card works very easily, just a couple strokes.

[@DavidBird-uu8km]

Very nice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you 😊

[@rickchapman3051]

Hey Phil, I think you did an amazing job with what you had. Do you remember those old people who collected state plates. (My mother was one) well I have been making thin wooden plates. I think that crotch would make an amazing plate or plater. But considering what you had you done good my friend. Thank you Valerie for sharing this with us all. (I lerant that from Tuffy)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Rick! My mom collected those plates, too! 😊

[@johnbrooks6885]

I did some really punky spalted magnolia that did the same thing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@danellabarnes-penman1118]

I was excited to see the crotch figure in this piece! While it’s a beautiful turn, Phil, it is a little disappointing with regard to wood grain character. Eight weeks ago I turned a cracked and pithy piece of hard dense wood I still cannot identify. I’d glued and epoxied cracks. Taped the outside tightly when I hollowed it. After taking the tape off, it needed to be refinished because of the sticky residue it left. I went back over and sanded to 800, used sanding sealer, and then micro shine. I even took out a wool bonnet to buff the micro paste. I noticed the lid fitting needed just a tad better clean-up so I reached past my mask to grab a negative rake… POW! The bowl blew in three pieces. Thirteen stitches in my cheek later, a concussion, nerve damage, and a seven inch scar later I can talk about this stupid mistake. The laceration went clear through and wood chips came out when the cut was irrigated. Tomorrow is the first time I’ll use the lathe again after this accident. I got an airflow mask now. Every time I hear you say, “Mask and face shield on” I reflect on your reminder. That one, last, itty-bitty micro clean up on a lid setting almost cost me my life had that bowl hit my forehead of eyes. Thank you for your talents and reminders each week Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh, my goodness, Danella! Oh my gosh, this is just awful! And, painful! I'm so grateful it didn't do more damage but, it sounds like it did enough. I know you will be careful getting back on that horse! Just think of how long you went without such a problem. You will be fine, just take it slow and easy. 😊

[@frankhuscroft5965]

God doesn't make ugly wood!! I like what you have done to show the beauty of the piece. 🙃

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Frank! 😀

[@archiehebron8944]

I had a piece of maple that had a nice little feather inside. The other half is still sitting on the pile. Maybe I'll grab it this weekend.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@donwebster8637]

Brave effort, Phil, but your skill and dedication was insufficiently rewarded this time. I've had my own share of overly-punky wood, lately, and it can be very frustrating. Onwards and upwards, brother.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Don! 😊

[@nealthesmith]

Toni and I watched this last night and agree that you managed to bring the best out of this one. Like you, I prefer the bottom.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Neat, thank you, Neal and Toni! 😊

[@maxkangen]

Hello mate, When I get pieces that punky I also use yacht varnish softened and watered down so it soaks in, let it dry and re do until im happy. loved the work put in by you. Keep well.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Max! 😊

[@scottshawwoodworking1752]

Phil, you may not like the piece that much, but(and that’s a big but), you still do some mighty wonderful work with what you’ve been given! Thank you so much for the video. Scott

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Scott! 😊

[@christinemiller7238]

Looks good from here! Im glad most of the punky wood was able to be removed. Might’ve been better without the bark.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, it might have been, Christine, thank you! 😊

[@maurinedoyle9964]

I like it

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stephenmccool8127]

You took a very rough piece and made it shine. I like it! Good luck with the computer!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve! Today's the day, I hope to be up and running by dinner time. Not finished, just running! 😊

[@mnp1964]

I know one thing it would make a horrible bike stand how ever it would hold candy if you like in one way it is good that it did not get real shiny it looks ok satin all in all you did a wonderful job on it Blessings have fun with your new computer hope all goes well

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a bunch! 😊

[@stewartmills8595]

I like it that you kept the bark . It gives the piece a rustic look. Job well done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Stewart! 😊

[@danielemanuele5827]

It’s a beautiful bowl, Phil! We all have a little “rot” and undulation in us! And butterbut! It’s very hard to come by here knowing NH. Seven years ago I volunteered to build an ADA ramp for an elderly couple who couldn’t afford to have it professionally built. I was admiring his beautiful butternut trees. The husband scoured his yard to give me a handful of butternuts to plant. That was a “payment” money can’t make. Now I think of this every time I see butternut.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wonderful story, Daniel, thank you for sharing! 😊

[@brendadriver2702]

I think it’s beautiful! I love butternut! Thanks Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Brenda! 😊

[@timkopp2204]

Love the hickory!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@MadonnaThornton.Woodworks]

It turned out very beautiful! Of you were selling it I would buy it. Thank you for this video!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@retmachinist]

Howdy Phil You like the Ryobi belt sander too ...Had to get one myself ... Mitutoyo died with big sparks flying out of it ! ... after 40 years or so .. When you were turning the bottom it looked like there was gold stuck in the wood , at the angle I saw . If it was used standing up ...I think would put a clock in it ... I would not use it for keys but for gold nuggets I fine in my back yard ...LOL It is wood ... it turns on nice ... would walk pass it ... keep on turnin'

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, great comments today, Bruce! I think a clock is a great idea, thanks! 😊

[@karengilchrist9774]

It's really not that bad. It has some pretty grain on front and back. The bark is interesting. It's not your prettiest piece, but it's certainly not awful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Karen! 😊

[@bobbynash282]

Well to me Mr.Phil it was worth your effort. Its beautiful, ld imagine it took time, taking care,extremely sharp tools. An a great deal of experience. Lol lve been messing with fresh cut Bradford pear, oh so wet.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's great wood, Bobby! Maybe let some of it dry for awhile to save the mess! 😊

[@TheMessyStudio]

You may not like it, Phil, but I think it looks just fine. Not every piece is going to have a shiny finish... or needs to, for that matter. But you know this.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Billy! 😊

[@kimseyjustkimsey5256]

I think it still looks pretty cool Phil 😎 We’ve been putting some of those polished rocks in a few bowls, Enjoyed the video 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds great, Kimsey, this one would be perfect for that kind of thing! 😀

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

Hi Phil, Great work! I really do appreciate your dedication to your pieces. I actually like the color of this wood and the contrast where the wood meets the bark. Always enjoyable to watch your expertise unfold. Good luck with your computer project!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Susanne! 😊

[@brockshields9336]

Woodpecker holes? I kinda like it. It has a funky look to it. That'd be Funky Punky ? ! ?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, Yellow Bellied Sapsucker, Brock! 😊 Haha, Funky Punky, I love it!

[@brockshields9336]

@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Never seen no Yellerbellys around here, plenty of redheaded woodpeckers though, and I've seen that same pattern of holes.

[@leaannd.8786]

This takes me back 35+ years when my brother made us custom kitchen cabinets in butternut or white walnut. I agree with you this is not the best piece but we were thrilled with how our cabinets turned out. Good try, thanks for not giving up on it. 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, I bet if it's good wood, it would finish up beautifully! 😊

[@jonmartineau1004]

All in all , I think it turned out pretty neat ! It's always better to turn than burn . Thanks for sharing Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@robertm348]

A silk purse out of a pig's ear. Maybe not, but it demonstrates you can make something from nothing! As for the computer storage, you may want to consider an external hard drive that you just plug into your new computer's port. Then when you get your new computer you will have everything all safe and secure. Good luck, my friend, and thanks for the great videos!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! 😊 I have a new 18 terabyte external hard drive and a new 12 terabyte NAS. I should be good to go!

[@Hog-g2z]

I don’t know whether this is sad or not take it as you are, yellow bellied sap sucker, I thought I remember seeing this before, but it was around two years ago and I actually just found it, And the same piece of wood came from the same person, Valerie, And I think, if you look in the bottom of the bowl when you hold it in a particular way, you can see your purple birds flying especially you can see the heads and beak, I have a very vivid imagination , I still think it is a piece of art and it turned out, alright, I’ve actually just watched this just gone 2 o’clock in the morning, I started laying my waterproof OBS flooring yesterday but after lying about eight or nine boards, I twisted my back, I think the word not as young as I used to be, And swinging a piece of 8’ x 2’ flooring grade boarding around it taking its toll on my back, I laid on my settee last night and I fell asleep there. 😂, and yes, I did watch loads of refuse on E-bike, I did think about getting one, the problem is I think my mountains hills will kill the bike within 15” min, So I purchased a HOG instead, I have still got to pick up, it is another reason why I’m trying to get my workshop garage sorted out, I’m even thinking of building a elevator lift in my 4 story Mill , nice one Phil, great piece of art at least it didn’t go on the fire, And yes, I know what it smells like. I’ve had some wood laying around with a lot of mould on it very similar last year., not very good for the lungs,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, take it easy, don't over do it! 😊

[@Mortalis2]

I've worked with a lot of punky wood as I like trying to turn spalted pieces. I have two techniques I use for sealing the punky. I will use shellac as I turn and reapply with each cut or I just use thin CA. I know you had a bad experience with CA at one time and are probably not in favor of that technique but if you soak the area with CA and then leave the area for 5 - 10 minutes it doesnt jhave as strong an effect on your eyes. I use salf made Shellac and can blend to different pound cuts. The Shellac will eventually permeate all the punky wood and will stabilize it. Love your videos and appreciate all issues you encounter and how you tackle them. Great looking and keep up the great work. PS....I have several pieces that are 'key catchers' and they hold up really well.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I have done all of that, as well, including on this piece. Not CA this time but sealer, dry, sand, repeat. The problem is, I'm trying to get a video out and not much time for waiting around! LOL!

[@Mortalis2]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Time......yes, you needs time for the Shellac to dry before adding more if needed. Thin CA sets rather quickly but, either way the solution needs to cure before moving forward. I do these techniques during the turning phase.

[@valeriehenschel1590]

The crotch feather on the bottom is the best part. Was it stored out in the shed? Our damp climate can really mess up wood blanks. And Butternut is soft to start with. Good job getting something nice out of it. And happy upgrade. Hope it goes smoothly!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Agree, Valerie! No, it's been in the shop since I got it. It did sit out by the tree for a day or so before I got to it. I think I've got the upgrade figured out, I'm gonna start tomorrow! 😊

[@chrisjohnston2449]

I love this piece. You have really done it justice. Keep smiling

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Chris! 😊