Woodturning: I Think I Need A Bigger Lathe! 😧

[@joyfulnoise6556]

That sucks that you lost the live edge, but you created a beautiful bowl. No one would know it wasn't the original plan of you hadn't shared that with us. But I'm grateful you did, problem solving and perseverance are great qualities. It's a great lesson when I show videos like this to my kids.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! It's important to share the journey and at least some of the stumbles along the way! Cheers!

[@rohmatbubut-um4ug]

Selamat pagi dan selam kreatif dari saya pemula ,om , 🙏👍❤ 24:49

[@jeffaltstatt_bostonbruin]

Gorgeous is all I can say!!! "KEEP ON TURNING"

[@LivingstonBrothersWoodcraft]

David, this is your best work yet. Truly. You are a gifted artist. Well done, friend.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Dan, thank you so much! I put plenty of blood, sweat, and tears into it, that’s for sure! 🍻

[@sammykobayashisan]

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!

[@breakingh2o311]

From the moment you pointed out the bark in the tenon I was on the edge of my seat waiting for tragedy. That is my worst fear. (Flying wood). Nice save and recovery of the piece. Sometimes the wood tells us what it's going to be. Nice work.

[@patriciapolmanteer3586]

Was skipping around wood turners on the other night and all I can say is WOW!! Your work in breathtakingly beautiful. What an eye and a gift you have. Thank you for sharing your enjoyment..

[@brentdickenson6048]

Beautiful piece David. Can't beat spalted, decaying wood for wild grain and colors. Thanks for sharing your great work.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Brent!

[@elianadeorta8292]

OMG!!!! I'll stay for hours and hours looking at you while creating....it's hypnotic. A piece of art, thank-you for sharing

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Eliana!

[@klausalan]

That turned out amazing as usual. I’ve really enjoyed going back and watching all your previous videos. The turnings are great, and the videography is wonderful too.

[@Alexchachula]

I am enjoying your work; I appreciate the fact that you let imperfections in the wood stay rather than filling them with resin. Now sometimes resin is a nice touch, but to use it on everything, takes away from the natural character of the wood, great work Brother.

[@uniqko]

High-level artwork... I love your work....👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Kerajinan! I appreciate that! Same to you. 👍

[@wdeancole8757]

The imagination to visualize is a gift from above. Your level of tool control is a product of knowledge, experience, patience and desire to produce an item that is the best it can be. Your work is the best I have seen and it did not require a $6,000 lathe. David, your artistry is the work of a true artist.

[@li-anderker55]

I love it when the incredible beauty of wood is displayed with such elegance and care. Especially birch. Magnificent.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much!

[@ronhensley5916]

As usual David a very beautiful piece of art your very inspiring

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much Ron!

[@ThePapa1947]

What a beautiful piece of wood David. Your shape really brought the beauty to its best. Amazing job! Every thing about it is spectacular. Great work my friend, Gary

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Gary! 🍻✌️I fully expect it to check, and it has a little bit, but that is no surprise given the pith in both sides. Cheers, my friend!

[@ThePapa1947]

If it does they will be beauty marks☺ We just had our Sybrian Elm trimmed way down. I have lots of green would to turn and figure I will end up with some cracks. I even have some with small burls covering it. I will find out soon. Take care Gary

[@DavidAdamsen]

@@ThePapa1947 That sounds fantastic! Can't wait to see your artistry at work on them!

[@RHumphrey]

Beautiful, David!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Rod!

[@margaretdonald6330]

Another stunning piece David! It is when we take the greatest risk that we receive the biggest reward! Don't stop trying new things, techniques, and ideas. You are truly an incredible artist.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Margaret, thank you very much! I appreciate that. The journey is what counts, and we can't get there without stumbling! But it's always worth the learning experience to try new things! Cheers!

[@planetside_]

Fantastic piece David. Can’t wait for the next one now!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Daniel! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@ridterranytofollowtruthpea8324]

THAT ONE FOUGHT YOU, AND YOUR DETERMINATION PAID OFF IN SPADES!!! EXCELLENT WORK!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TIME AND TALENT WITH US!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your comment!

[@kennyhanson7543]

My Father was a machinist, I grew up in his machine shop. When I wasn't helping directly I was standing out of the way just watching. I get some of those same familiar feelings of awe and admiration watching your videos. Great choice of music as well, but it's the spinning of the lathe and the tooling on wood that brings the Zen. Thank you, Adam.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Seti, I really appreciate that!

[@kennyhanson7543]

Oops! I meant David! LOL Sorry, man :)

[@MaimsyCreates]

Stunning as always. I just love your edits and your work.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Amy! Cheers!

[@lyndaowen2154]

You were just excellent at what you do. I am a beginner. 55-year-old woman taking up the lathe for about a month now, but I am enjoying it. I will probably never be as professional as you are but dang it. I’m gonna give it one heck of a try. Absolutely gorgeous work.

[@dtork47]

Very nice recovery, I always marvel at your gouge control! Awesome and thanks again from MT.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate that!

[@janicelucas8561]

As usual David, no disappointment on finished turn. Colors r great, shape nice!! Thanks again 4 sharing, WE r the lucky ones!

[@gregdileonardo760]

This is the best I've seen yet!! I appreciate your artistry!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Greg! ✌️

[@ЦанкаИлиева-з4х]

Истинско удоволствие е да наблюдаваш как се създава красотата. Тези произведения на изкуството, а те са такива, сътворени от вашите ръце и ум са достойни за възхищение. Материали, форми, цветове, всичко е уникално !!! Поздравления от мен и моята страна България !!!

[@TanyaBecherWoodturning]

What a beautiful piece you turned Dave. So much talent!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! Always learning!

[@GordonRock1]

Spalted wood!! Woodturners’ Heaven!! Great turning, David. Beautiful video! Happy turning, .....Gord

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Gord! So true! Nothing quite like cutting into the log for the first time and discovering spalting! Never the same.

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Great looking piece David and a nice save! Shape is wonderful, very well done my friend!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Jordan!

[@garythomas6866]

One very amazing beautiful piece it just pops out at you. You,re choice for the finial was spot on, thanks for sharing David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Gary! I appreciate that!

[@richardparker1699]

This is a very beautiful bowl David. The spalding is definitely fantastic. Also the finial is nothing but perfect for the bowl.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Richard! The finial was somewhat of a lucky experiment. I wanted to figure out a design that utilized more of the wood and yet did not seem bulky to the eye. Cheers!

[@ronferguson9695]

My gosh, another stunning piece. Every cut you take has purpose to reveal the beauty of the wood. You are masterful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! The fun of editing out “thought process footage” where I take a little here and a little there and don’t quite have a plan. Cheers!

[@wendymace8935]

You are a genius with wood!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks, Wendy, I appreciate you!

[@grevillewarwick1885]

Another superb example of the creative wood turner's craft. It looks so well planned at each step as the shape emerges from a knot of tree trunk.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! Cheers!

[@stuartscott9646]

Positively beautiful. I shuddered a bit at how much of the African Blackwood was reduced to shavings, but you found stunning beauty with the finial. Well done young man!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Stuart! I agree with you there. I don't like wasting such amazing wood, but hopefully I've done it justice. Cheers!

[@KennettBTurned]

In turning things happen for a reason! The tenon mishap made it necessary to adjust the live edge and I think the shape fits the piece of wood! For all the troubles it threw your way you overcame and still produced a gorgeous piece! I love that finial! Thanks for sharing! Mert

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Kennett! I really appreciate that! I do like how it turned out although yellow birch in log form doesn’t really dry, it rots. So it was quite a mess to work with.

[@KennettBTurned]

David Adamsen I understand the plight. I have a river birch pedestal bowl I’m struggling with right now. I only cut it 6-8 months ago and it’s nowhere near dry, but dang if it hasn’t started to rot away!!

[@sueq8862]

What a work of art. Your talented amazes me. Every piece of wood I see in the beginning, is just a piece of wood, you make it into an incredible piece of artistry. You are a master at your craft. Your Australian fan.🇦🇺

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Sue! I really appreciate that! I'm still and always learning! Cheers!

[@patriciaabell9393]

There is so much going on with this piece! It's a real feast for the eyes... combining different wood types is another cool aspect to like! Nicely done sir!

[@moonwoodworks4607]

That a very beautiful bowl. The African Blackwood finiel really pops.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@valiasafrigina2391]

you showing us the beauty of the wood structure!!! Thank you,!!

[@rotty1964]

Wonderful piece of work , and love the Blackwood finial really does finish it off . When a piece flies off the lathe some people give up on it . Just goes to show if you don’t give up on it , the rewards you can get when it’s finished .

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! I couldn't agree more. I have to admit that having an audience certainly adds to my motivation to complete each piece. Persevering to the end is the least I can do to acknowledge my gratitude for all the support!

[@lindagoldberg2325]

Watching you work is like attending a beautifully choreographed ballet. The moves are so fluid and the music peaceful that I feel relaxed just watching. And each piece is better than the last. There are no mistakes - only learning opportunities - as I’ve found after 30 years of throwing pottery. Each video is a gift and a balm to my soul!

[@З.З-в1г]

Красотааааа!!! А за терпение, особый респект!!!!👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Большое спасибо, я действительно ценю это! Это стоило усилий!

[@З.З-в1г]

@@DavidAdamsen 🤩👋👋👋

[@michaeldundas8245]

David what beautiful craftsmanship. I always look forward to your new videos. Thanks for sharing this.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Michael! I appreciate you watching!

[@Steven_Rowe]

I have never used a lathe and I'm not good at using wood apart from basic stiff like an architrave but hardly the work of an artisan. Thank you for uploading this. To seeds gifted craftsman, an artisan make,something so beautiful is amazing. It is a good and wholesome thing to watch. So much depressing thing in the world and negative activity but you made something and shared it with the world to see. Things well made and made with love skill and passion is so good.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow thank you very much, Steven. I truly appreciate it. That is one reason I love woodturning... it gets me away from all the hubbub and noise and engages the mind. At times, it is not the relaxing process I try to convey on video, but it’s a learning experience, which is always beneficial!

[@oltedders]

Beautiful coloring. A real gem.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! ✌️

[@johnscott6009]

Excellent work David! Really enjoy your videos. Keep them coming.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, John! I appreciate you watching!

[@victhomp2909]

WOW WOW WOW !!! I love the grains of the "dish"... I love the lid and how it is kind of off-centered with the grain of the wood. and Love the detail you created in the lid "knob". Exquisite work and skills. Great Job!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Vic!

[@liammcdermott1482]

This is so relaxing to watch and the music is helping me fall asleep faster

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Liam! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@peterramaekers3037]

unbelievable fotography/videography and a very beautyfull bowl. Thanks for sharing, very nice!!!!

[@peterramaekers3037]

My lathe is a hapfo m5000, 2.6 meters between centers, 25 cm centerheight

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Peter!

[@StanCrafted]

That was a great video...learned a fair bit about mortises instead of tenons...and it turned into a beautiful lidded bowl at the end...well done!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! Same here!

[@JamesDumas-b1x]

Beautiful work. Not so sure about the lid but it's also very well done. The only thing missing from this video is Roy Scheider, cigarette dangling from his mouth saying I think we need a bigger lathe.🦈

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks! Glad someone got the reference.

[@glenglazier3691]

Beautiful project. Again, had me guessing til the end. Amazing finial work.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Glen!

[@lizacole9520]

The wood, your skill turning it, the pieces you create, the music and the videography are stunning. The gimmicky, comic exclamations really jarred with that. Keep the faith, go with what you do best.

[@yossiderecheven6322]

Beautiful work, most impressive, I really enjoyed watching the video, thank you very much!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Yossi! I really appreciate that!

[@klausalan]

I knew you were amazing with a bowl gouge, but apparently you do great spindle work too! Your perseverance with this piece really paid off.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@ScenicCityWoodturning]

Very beautiful, David! Great job as always!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Mike!

[@scottleszcynski8093]

You have a GREAT vision for each piece of wood you turn. I am very impressed ! I look forward to your videos.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Scott!

[@WeAreSpeakingUp]

I really enjoy your videos. I watch them to calm down laying down before I fall asleep. I also love that you can see so much of your personality from the edits of your videos but mostly from your work.

[@WeAreSpeakingUp]

):

[@rayleenheritage382]

Wow beyond amazing. Love how you kept some the bark as part of the beauty of the project

[@back-corner-turnings]

Gorgeous bowl! You have to love spalted birch. If you can get it to stay together it’s amazingly beautiful wood.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Duane! This piece will definitely check a bit, but it will still be beautiful. 🤩

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

I have never seen yellow birch before. It is quite beautiful. I mourned the live edge but the bark inclusion is awesome. You still made a magnificent bowl. I like that you share the turning in its entirety as we see your talent abound even in mishap. The intricacies are outstanding. You are blessed with an incredible talent.

[@stevenjobbins2600]

Well this is what perseverance brings David that looks fabulous

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Steve!

[@ivanj.conway9919]

Your taste in music is outstanding, My Brother. The creativity of your woodworking skills is exceptional. And the handpiece or handgrip or whatever you would call it, for that lid, was STUNNING! Absolutely, took my breath away. That alone, was a masterpiece!! My Best. Out.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

[@rambladesmanmoe6291]

Wow David that’s amazing. Where can a guy from NorCal find a piece of wood like that. Great work. Thank you from all of your viewers.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you I really appreciate that! Tbh, I salvaged this and other logs from fallen trees in my area.

[@m.jporte6514]

great save, just amazing work. thanks for sharing

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@shahrzadz8050]

Great job as always🥇 watching the African black wood turning was so satisfying. thank you for sharing the whole process, I’m learning from you David 🙏🏻💐

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! I’m learning too!

[@pikefishbass]

Nice recovery from a disastrous separation. That Spalted Birch is absolutely beautiful! I love the shape that you have imparted here. Bravo!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, David!

[@diydarkmatter]

turned out beautiful david . real work of art . sometimes you have to trow it on the ground a few times lol . show it whos boss lol . great work my friend .

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Dark! Cheers!

[@dinkchow]

You are a real artist and craftsman.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks George!

[@bugmantim]

That is a great looking piece. I love love love that finial

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Tim!

[@lindasnow3960]

I find your videos soothing! The music goes well with the work being done! Such breathe taking exquisite work!

[@texanasimmons1761]

This bowl looks magnificent!! I LOVE IT!!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Texana!

[@ericwinckler5142]

Just saw your video, and thank you for sharing. It is a beautiful piece and love the contrast. Just starting to turn and enjoying it so much and have so much to learn. Thanks again for letting us see your beautiful work. Eric

[@alward417]

The negative space you created on the finial is an awesome touch. I'm going to have to practice that!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Al!

[@johnpiotrowski3108]

This "urn" is just as awesome as that other one with the pedestal and tall finial!!! That wood grain is out of this world !!!! One spot looks almost metallic. BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much John!

[@WolfRidgeWoodworking]

Your wood combinations are spot on brother! I love how happy accidents turn into an amazing work of art. Great job David. Have a blessed week. - Ed

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, my friend! Cheers, and you as well!

[@howardbeaver4937]

Outstanding work, and I really liked the design modification (turners don't make mistakes!) Thanks for sharing.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Howard! Cheers!

[@robvanza]

Another awesome piece! Great work! Keep up the video's and soon enough JET will sponsor you one, your work shows you deserve it!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Robert! Hmm, interesting!

[@agheelzmamih166]

😻

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Talk about dedication-you have created a masterpiece, and never loss sight. You stayed focused the entire time you were creating this amazing artwork. This is so gorgeous, it’s absolutely stunning. Everything is perfect 100%! The finial moves this up another level, Kudos to you! Bravo!!

[@alexandruahie8880]

Just... beautiful. I think (and hope) that those who pressed the "unlike" button were only doing it by mistake. Thank you for bringing joy to our eyes, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@positivelove444]

I love the sounds of the tools combine with the soft music

[@richardlaney2047]

All I can say is wow. That is beautiful. I dont know why you get thumbs down except they cant make the beautiful stuff you do. I hope you get a bigger lathe so everyone can really see how talented you are. I would love to own one of your master pieces. Great job. Dont worry about the thumbs down they are just haters that cant do what you can. Thanks for your videos. I aspire to be at least half as go as you.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Richard! I really appreciate your comment! I had originally intended this project to be a giveaway, but after all the trouble and blood, sweat, and tears I couldn't bring myself to part with it like that. I promise, I'll do a giveaway some time within the next couple months. Cheers!

[@emilyleite2290]

Beautiful love it🤩

[@Stacebo32503]

I love this so much. That juxtaposition of the rough, chaotic grain of th enchanting bowl with the elegant, classic finial? Not the obvious choice. (That's a compliment.)

[@ArabianKnight7771]

You make it look easy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Well, it was a heart-stopper for a second, and then it was hours of torturous sanding... I was definitely worth it!

[@novascotianwoodworxbychris3309]

Beautiful Colours on that birch. Very Nice!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Chris!

[@tandyjenkins7495]

The bowl is absolutely beautiful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Tandy!

[@billstiem6035]

Beautiful work !!!!! Thank you for sharing this effort with us David Adamsen.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Bill!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Well, that was unfortunate, David! But the grain and character from the spalting were just too pretty to give up on and I'm glad you didn't! Lovely piece for sure. And thank you so much for the shoutout! Billy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Billy! Glad to know woodturners like you! Hopefully it will draw in some traffic to your channel! Cheers and all the best!

[@samdavies7337]

Simply stunning. Great to watch a craftsman at work ... esp for newbies like me.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Sam! Best wishes to you in your woodturning journey!

[@joeladams4779]

Absolutely beautiful. Love the African black wood. For me the handle on top was a bit to large it detracts from the bowl. I love the use of the black wood to bring out the spalting. Just my input. Thank you for sharing again beautiful piece.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much for your comment! I appreciate it!

[@josepeka1189]

So skilled. What a joy to watch the art of wood turning . Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent. Jose from Melbourne . Australia

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi David, Amazing bowl from an amazing piece of wood. The finial is just gorgeous. Cheers, Huw PS Great save. Huw

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Huw!

[@dwbrasfieldful]

wow David, this is absolutely beautiful. Your craftsmanship is above and beyond. Take care David

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, David! Cheers!

[@feversol]

I think it ended up prettier than originally intended. Interesting what the wood makes you do.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Fred!

[@jeffk2501]

Absolutely beautiful. I have been a machinist for 35+ yrs. Love your feel how the project will develop and each area gets it's special attention.

[@alexmorse1868]

Also yes, you need a larger lathe - it makes quite a difference with the added weight and speed control. I love my powermatic 3520b (and hear the new C is great), but if I could get anything now it would be either a robust or vicmarc

[@DavidAdamsen]

Yeah, my dream lathe is the Robust American Beauty. We’ll see. The Laguna 2436 looks pretty good too.

[@donnorth1156]

@@DavidAdamsen Try the new Nova

[@Bunefoo401]

I LOVE the against the grain cut on this bowl. Also like the contrast between the rustic base and the perfect looking handle … absolutely gorgeous ❤️

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

It turned out well David. Esp. considering the problems you had to overcome. Good job 👍🏆

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! Cheers!

[@georgegyulatyan3263]

Wow. Nice save and this is absolutely gorgeous!