Not What You Would Expect!

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

Your persistence is well worth the efforts put into your work. It’s creative, functional and quite beautiful. Stunning work.

[@katiegreene410]

Gorgeous turning, wood choice, music and videography! Your videos are my favorite online! Your craftsmanship is beyond compare! Thank you for all that you are willing to show and for all the work you put into editing your videos! You are the best!!!!

[@ernestomelendez6772]

Turning on two axis. Plus the quality of the video and music!!! Genius!!

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Oh my gosh! Those are so darn cool!! I love the wood you chose for these coffee grinders! They are amazing! Absolutely stunning work! You truly give 110% of your hard working soul to complete your projects! Kudos to you! Bravo!!

[@brendaspeight2106]

That was simply beautiful. When I grow up I want to be as good as you!! (I'm 70!!!)

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Brenda! ✌️

[@beckytaylor4318]

@@DavidAdamsen just a decorator piece

[@traceyevans215]

Once again you pulled a rabbit outta the hat. A very cool rabbit. Simply mesmerizing I watch late at night and your music and the turning is so relaxing and peaceful. I’m very glad your videos popped up on my feed!! Thank you for such great content. I’ve been binge watching them all.

[@З.З-в1г]

Как Вам такое в голову приходит?😊 Красота неописуемая! И нервы - ЖЕЛЕЗНЫЕ! 👍👍👍👍👍👏🤩

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi David...well..I was not expecting that...beautiful piece...many congratulations on the 1 million views..totally deserved....All the best.....Andy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Andy! This was a rough project to get through and quite the learning experience. I think with more thought put in, I could have realized a was doing things the hard way... but the fun is in the learning! Cheers, my friend!

[@klee6024]

You were right! Not what I expected. you actually got a real laugh from me from surprise. Job well done in spite of the mishaps you had along the way. Brilliant work!

[@lori-annefay4138]

I can only concur with Tracy Evans! That certainly was not what I imagined. Amazing!

[@Buttermilk3696]

So I’m sittin’ here with my 24 ounce cup of coffee thinkin’, “where is he goin’ with this.” WOW!! What a surprise!! Thanks for the inspiration and lesson about hackberry!

[@RayMrRobert]

Your tenacity is as beautiful as your sculpting skills.

[@leecook7672]

Thank you for not giving up on this project. If you had we would have never got to see just how beautiful it turned out.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Lee! Cheers!

[@arnaldovinagre4350]

WOW!!!!! After all the mishaps , you got it!!!!! Well done. Beautiful work. Congrats.

[@alcinolima2776]

David voltei a assistir seu vídeo.Você me ensina a ser persistente no trabalho e até mesmo no dia a dia da vida.

[@jodidavis6595]

So glad you finished it and didn't throw it away. Lovely wood. I don't care what it's used for its just so neat to be able to watch your talent develop a chunk of wood into artistry. Love the music and I always look forward to see which animal you feature. Your collie is beautiful.

[@JDRiggs-zg5bq]

Big brass ones & a steady hand, looked great on screen, beautiful work. Qualifies as showing off.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers Jeffrey!

[@anneball683]

You kept me wondering. Beautiful piece

[@matthewjohnston1400]

Amazing display of talent, creativity and perseverance.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Matthew!

[@merriebadham6701]

This really put you through it, didn't it. Resilients as well as skill! Wonderful work.

[@kartoffelkaefer71]

as long as the world has people like you nothing is lost ... stay healthy 😉

[@bigraymie]

Well, I never saw THAT coming.... Wonderful project David, Thumbs up from me for sure (y)

[@bruciusmaximus8096]

This artist is gifted. Very impressive results.

[@maklu7935]

Omg, what a nightmare! Tool failures, careless mistakes, then material failures... I'm not sure what impresses me more, the finished product or the fact that you finished it. Major kudos, sir. Also, easily the coolest woodturning project I've seen yet.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Patrick!

[@ridterranytofollowtruthpea8324]

YOUR TENACITY IS COMMENDABLE, AND IT MORE THAN PAID OFF IN THE END RESULT!!! ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS WOOD AND WORK!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR TIME AND TALENT WITH US!!! TAKE CARE DAVID!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@geolam58]

Gorgeous!

[@judyyoung8217]

Fascinated with how your projects turn out! Beautiful

[@ntdtv]

Hi David,Jenny Lee here with NTD Television. Our team was very impressed by your video and our editors would like to showcase it by uploading and crediting you on some of our social media pages and websites so that our fans can see it. We are one of the world's fastest growing media companies with over 100 million fans and 1 billion monthly video views across all of our social properties. Our motto is truth, hope, and humanity. Can I send you more information in my next message / email? Thank you!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Jenny, I picked up this conversation via email.

[@alcinolima2776]

hello David how are you? Every day we watch videos on KZbin. Always look for your videos and when you don't find new videos, watch or have already watched. For me it's always a learning experience. I'm starting and it's very good to take a rough wood and transform it into an art worked on the lathe. Thanks for your videos.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks, Alcino! I'm glad to hear it! I wish you success! Happy turning!

[@shirleyroberts8548]

Absolutely amazing and simply stunning. Bravo

[@christinarobinson1163]

I finally get a chance to relax, ( kitchen cleaned up after the turkey dinner) and I find you once again in your creativity mode. Can we say stupendous? So much talent! Can’t say it enough!!!

[@terrencepowell270]

Very Nice! Isn't nice to create something, have problems, etc., and then win! You did it all. We all have problems, but those that complete the project are, in my opinion, the WINNERS! You are a winner in my book. Keep turning and have fun.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Terrence!

[@labhrashealy]

Watching through the wood as you hollowed out was freaking cool. Awesome!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Larry!

[@kevinbooth2063]

This was way cool. Thanks for showing the oops. This helps me I have tossed to many projects in the fireplace pile. You have inspired me to pull them out and explore. Great piece of workmanship.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Kevin!

[@dtork47]

Once again you had me captivated as to the final object and what it was going to be! Wonderful! Love your beautiful Collie, we lost our Lady girl Collie last summer! Miss her terribly! All the best from MT

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! Yeah, I had a collie growing up, and it was so sad to lose him. They are such great dogs. Cheers from Maine!

[@richardlaney2047]

I have only been turning a few months and all I can say is wow that's incredible. Off lathe twice and still beautiful. Thanks for videos.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Richard. Best wishes to you in your turning!

[@vickipitts37]

Great saves ,weird looking wood and turned out great.

[@Maria-di9wb]

Geweldig David, je maakt het spannend tot het einde toe. Ook de complimenten voor wie filmt want ook dat is kunstig gedaan. Ik heb opnieuw genoten van je video. Dankjewel. 👏

[@DavidAdamsen]

Heel erg bedankt. Ik doe alles zelf, inclusief het camerawerk. Het is veel tijdinvestering, maar de moeite waard! Proost!

[@oscarzuniga6981]

A Movie in Suspense!! Very beautiful project. My hats' off to you David Adamsen!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Oscar!

[@cammando2363]

Every time I think I have what your making, you change it unexpectedly. Very nicely done.

[@Belerophontes73]

respect for your perseverance

[@Catbirdmom2]

I love this! It’s beautiful as always, but the way we can “see” inside as it turns and you work is the coolest thing! (Maybe I’m just easily entertained but I loved seeing this process.). Thank you for this video.

[@alcinolima2776]

Eu também amo esse trabalho.David é um grande artista.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Lea!

[@saltycreole2673]

He's brilliant.

[@laribisamia4132]

Magnifique extra ordinaire 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍fabuleux

[@scritti123]

This was absolutely beautiful. Truly! I started watching your videos tonight with a miserable headache. The peace and just overall beauty has made me feel so much better. You've definitely got a fan in Lafayette, LA! Keep up what you're doing!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks you so much, Cheryl! Cheers from Maine!

[@littlelily601]

There is no way I could have correctly guessed what you were making. It turned out so awesome! I only recently came across your channel, and you are now my favorite woodworker. Your projects/pieces are unique and never boring to watch. The gorgeous wood species you use have inspired me to buy some that I will be able to carve with hand tools! (I'm very much an amateur, but my youngest son always loves the silly little things I make for him, so that's something 😊) Thanks for sharing your craft with us all!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Amanda! I appreciate you. Cheers and happy crafting! ✌️

[@candraleann]

Wow. Stunning. That wood is gorgeous I love the pattern

[@antonettebroomfield8550]

Amazing!!! And I want one!

[@wetwillyccma]

WOW!!!!! That is wonderful. Never guessed what is was going to be. You are the wood working man. Thanks for showing us.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much. This was a fun learning experience. Cheers!

[@KatMakesMusic]

The outcome was definitely not what I expected--it is better! 😮

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! ❤️

[@SilverBack.]

Fantastic looking grain patterning, GREAT piece 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Douglas!

[@davidrisley4130]

Wow! Working close to edge, quite nervous just watching. Excellent work and not deterred by mishap and brilliant camera work too

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much David!

[@brucejones4538]

A lot of planning, great visuals, and a mighty fine coffee grinder.......totally one of a kind. Great job David!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Bruce! Yes, I learned a lot along the way!

[@brucejones4538]

David Adamsen ...me too

[@jaywilson6628]

Great recovery and amazing perseverance there; that was definitely a challenging turning! I know I'd have given up after the 2nd catch. Amazing piece as always, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Jay! I appreciate your comment!

[@vinceosborne6656]

This is by far the best turning video that ive seen hands down! I was thinking maybe a lamp. But no you went full on bad ass with the coffee grinder. Unbelievable, beautiful. Great work.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow, thanks so much, Vince!

[@carlosdecastro8748]

David: I can't stop watching your videos say " brilliant"! Thank you.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Carlos! I appreciate you watching!

[@marcplon4396]

I was scared just by looking at you !!! Superb work !!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Marc! It was a dicey one for sure!

[@daniellittlefield1669]

Great job beautiful dog

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Daniel!

[@garysickler2179]

Boy if that isn't the definition of woodturning , i don't know what is. White knuckle turning right there. Beautiful grinder.I spent the entire video trying to figure out what you were making.. Stunning as always.

[@suzetteedwards7956]

Wow! Nice save from all that. That one certainly gave you fits but it is stunning.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Suzette!

[@trickydicky78s3]

Extremely brave of you, more so being that your videos are out there for anyone and everyone to see and be critical over them. You get my upmost respect for showing the good the bad and the ugly of what can and does happen.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much I appreciate it. I try not to hide the fact that I make mistakes. They are almost more important for success and learning than success is.

[@williamparry3885]

It just goes to show that some projects don't always go well and some times a design change or a heap of super glue saves the day. This video clearly shows the degree of difficulty in making a project like this well done matey I had no clue what it was going to be until the end.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks William, very true it was a big learning experience and it felt like a failure until almost the end as well.

[@elainetreadwell5576]

Such an innovative design! I thought it was possibly a bladeless fan but you fooled me with the grinder. It is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your craft.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Elaine! A blade less fan would be a cool idea! I’ve seen it done before so at least we know it’s possible! 😉

[@tmber01]

WOW! WOW! WOW! What an amazing project! Great perseverance! Magnificent idea! Beautiful ending!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Mark! God bless you!

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Very cool project. All while watching I was trying to think what you were making. Ideas of a planter to a lamp base ran through my head. Never once did I imagine the finished product. Very nice indeed.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! This was a challenge, especially considering it could have been a complete failure at several points. Cheers, my friend!

[@nanfredman1991]

And I was thinking 2/3 of the way through, "Wow, that's gonna be one weird lamp!" Love it.

[@SmithnWesson]

Finally it is revealed. Very nice. It was weird cutting on the inside and being able to see what was going on from the side angle.

[@JohnMiller-pu2qx]

Hey David!!!... great recovery my friend. That’s why it’s called a “ learning curve”....😁... I have to admit though when I was watching I kinda saw that comming... I’m sure that little voice in back your head was saying I know better then this , then bam!!!!😉.... but you made it work and that’s what counts. I’ve turned hackberry before , it’s pretty cool wood but can be real punky depending on how heavy the splat is. Great job David. You might want check that belt over good!!! John Miller Custom Woodturnings

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, John! Yeah, it was quite the rollercoaster, and I should have been smarter at the outset. But sometimes we have to learn the hard way... Yes, thanks for mentioning that. I do need to replace the belt I think. Another person pointed that out in the last video. I think the fact that the lathe sat for 20 years unused didn't do it any favors... Hopefully I'll be able to upgrade the lathe this year.

[@ronfinch5532]

I started watching the video and couldn’t stop! It was like a thriller that sucks you in to it. Awesome and beautiful at the same time!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Rob!

[@gailbolton4891]

Wow! Couldn't figure out what you were making. It's beautiful, well worth all your effort!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Gail!

[@mickdog2]

Great lesson in perseverance and work holding. I'm glad you were able to complete it!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Mick!

[@werwolf247]

I have to admit that I thought about a commercial about your glue at the half of the Video! :D great job man, but we all know how hard it can be to continue. Today I also saved a bowl, I nearly destroyed last year. Keep turning and best regards from bavaria!

[@soniaminter6665]

That was inspiring, thoroughly enjoyed the video. Thank you

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

This is very cool. I kept wondering where you were going...lol...I should have guessed it was going to be a coffee grinder. It's gorgeous.

[@barrycook4690]

Well done great save lovely grain outstanding coffee grinder 👍👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Barry!

[@AngelaRodhas]

I would never have guessed!! wonderful job. Who ever made this video deserve applause! is a piece of art also.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! It is a ton of work but I do 100% of the project from conception to turning to camera work to editing. ✌️

[@AngelaRodhas]

@@DavidAdamsen We can see and appreciate your dedication and love for what you do. Bravo!

[@My_mid-victorian_crisis]

I've just found you, and your channel is wonderful. It is great to see another creative person who puts projects into Time Out when they misbehave.

[@dianeclemmer1344]

Gorgeous piece of wood ❤️ Beautiful coffee Mill! What a surprise!😄

[@НазияБикбулатова-ц3к]

Давид, мне так нравятся ваши работы, красивые получаются поделки, классные. Молодец

[@chandarussell]

I’ve never seen hackberry before but it has a lovely colour and grain, however I’m attributing that to the spalting. Spalted wood is actually very beautiful and the grain in this is stunning. What an innovative idea too.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Chanda!

[@DaScribe100]

WOW! What journey. What a great film and a fantastic product

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Bob! ✌️

[@jeffk2501]

You definitely have a connection vibe to your work. Love it.

[@sergelyalinserge5015]

Wonderful!

[@amiedeangelis8915]

Omg David the end result was worth all the stress it gave you!! Absolutely amazing work!! Thank you for sharing this journey with us.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks, Amie! I really appreciate that!

[@terrencepowell270]

very nice. It is nice to see you make mistakes like the rest of us. Nothing is perfect except the finished product. You did very good. thanks for the video.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Terrence! Yeah, had loads of mistakes and planning errors in this process... But I'm better for it!

[@kimr5841]

Any time I see video suddenly slow down I outwardly cringe, because I know something bad is about to happen. Nice recovery. That has to be one of the most unique turnings I've ever seen.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks, Kim!

[@7321micah]

Your dedication to that block of wood would make Hosea question his faithfulness.

[@DavidAdamsen]

LOL Thanks Micah.

[@snevel]

I love watching you sharpen the tools...

[@Blaster53]

Magic absolutely magic, it is mesmerising to watch how the work has been done. The final product is amazing. Congratulations on this masterpiece, and best wishes from Germany.

[@donnie7578]

It doesn't matter how you got here...you got here! Nice Piece!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Donnie!

[@margaretdonald6330]

what a beautiful piece! I love how you are taking chances and turning unique things. Great job!!! I held my breath during a few parts of this one.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Margaret! Yeah this piece was a learning experience for sure!

[@brandyharden2936]

Amazing! What a troublesome project that ended up fantastic. Hats off to you not giving up.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Brandy!

[@danawrigleywalkingstickand5677]

In the video you posted 2/14/20, you made the comment that you couldn't believe your channel had surpassed 10,000 subscribers. Have you not watched your own videos? This one would have been all the reason I'd need to subscribe ( if I wasn't already!) A couple of brilliant saves and the surprise ending (I hadn't read the notes first in the description.) almost made me shoot coffee out my nose. Fantastic work. PLUS the fact that you have the guts to show your mistakes and how you fixed them. Gold. Pure frigging gold.

[@DavidAdamsen]

I really appreciate your comment, Dana! Thank you!

[@DenisJava]

I had no idea where this was going until the very end. It all finally made sense. Beautiful piece.

[@jeneiferthomas1036]

Thank you so much for sharing this process. I’ve never seen it before. The sparring in that wood is so beautiful. Congratulations on your piece.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Jeneifer!

[@seagertblack]

A beautiful piece. I'm sure you have a good heart. You tested it several times with the fly-offs. Try getting more carbide cutters for better cutting edges and less drag on your work. Thank you for posting.

[@DavidAdamsen]

The catch with the carbide cutter happened because the tool bar touched the side of the opening and caught. I think I could have avoided that if the tool bar was round instead of flat. Lesson learned... hopefully.

[@kingtkuehn]

I love how you do not get discouraged by the mishaps! Many blessings! You are Awesome!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much! It was a long 3 month process that felt like a complete fail most of the time... Cheers!

[@unclemoe5733]

Very cleaver and pretty. Nicely done.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks!

[@thomasbrown4416]

Great recovery and a beautiful piece of work!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Thomas!

[@gloriachurchill8744]

You have saintly patience 💜 very beautiful piece x

[@mattedwards4533]

Neat idea! I see so many people turning out fantastic pieces of art.I can only hope my work will one day be as good as yours. Thanks for the great idea!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Matt!