Defects Can Be A Great Feature! - Wood Turning

[@erikvangoethem2777]

I still like looking back an older video, and that’s always even pleasant as rhe first time

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Erik, thank you! 😊

[@michaelburns9172]

I can only push the like button once. So I watch it twice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I appreciate that, Michael! 😊

[@bobh5616]

“FOG” In the hands of a Master Turner = Fantastic OutcomeGuaranteed! Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thank you for that, Bob! 😃

[@kersi-sandiego6036]

Nice. Let's call it " 'Ol Helmet Head': Nice grain on the inside. Thanks, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stewynofly]

That was a textbook example of denubbing. Beautiful wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Stew! 😀

[@SDck5940]

Beautiful!!! And Feed n Wax! Joy for another Thursday.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dick! 😃

[@lisamaries5677]

I love the shape! It's almost like an old claw foot tub! Just glorious! Thank you ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, LisaMarie! 😊

[@johnwoods9995]

once again, what I consider a small masterpiece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know! Thank you, John! 😃

[@RebekkaRN1962]

Well Phil you may not love it but I do! Great FOG Elm from Dave.....beautiful wood 👍🏻😊👍🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Duchess! 😃

[@johnermlich7882]

Phil, your work is amazing, don't down-play it. I like how the cranking runs thru the bowl. Nice work!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, John! 😃

[@waltwhybrewwoodworking]

Thanks for making another bowl that gives me inspiration to continue using "rough" pieces of wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

The best kind, Walt! 😃

[@deanbrady3522]

Phil the shape is great. The log will let you know what shape it wants to be. All we can do is go along with what it wants. And hopefully keep a few thing we like along the way. Beautiful job and God Bless.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dean! 😃

[@user-pk2fg8im4u]

Phil, I've been slowly rehabbing for some time now, gotta stretch out these "golden years" LOL. So I have to tell you how much you have helped me keep up the good fight. I look forward to your videos, and really do admire what you can do with a piece of wood. You've changed my opinion of what "firewood" is, and watching the new and old videos is a high point in my day! Thank you, and God bless! Rick

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate your time spent with me, Rick! I wish it was under better circumstances. Wishing you a speedy recovery! 😀

[@zetuskid]

FOG- how appropriate! You can’t see what’s going to happen. But Phil you did a good job of finding that huge crack before you went to far. The bark looks so good. Just goes to show FOG is good! Beautiful bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Kid! 😃

[@johnmorrissette7776]

Hey Phil, I have been watching all of your videos for about two months everyday, I have been turning for two years you give great tips and inspiration. Keep up the great craftsmanship, thanks, John Morrissette in Vermont

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate you sticking with me, John, thank you! 😃

[@johnmoeckel8788]

Good to see you're still around Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to BE still around, John! 😃

[@scottstauffenecker7510]

You sir are an artisan, a craftsman, an entertainer and a gentleman... Always enjoy watching your videos and learning new techniques. Beautifully done and one-of-a-kind as always. Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you so much, Scott! 😃

[@margareteast9273]

Congratulations a bowl anyone would love to touch and enjoy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Margaret! 😃

[@bobcrabtree6924]

Really nice turning Phil. I especially love the bark inclusion. Gotta get some of that elm. Thanks again for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Bob! 😃

[@williamfawkes8379]

I met a nice guy today at a craft fair. We talked shop a bit as I looked over his pieces. He had all if them labeled with the type if tree except for one that I happened to pick up. He told me it was fog wood, and my eyebrows perked up. When I said I watch videos on KZbin where someone uses that term, he said," Is it Phil Anderson?" You are famous, Phil! This happened in River Falls, Wisconsin. What a small world it is, and thankfully its full of interesting bits of wood for us to find and play with.

[@williamfawkes8379]

A note on Elm, if you are trying to figure out if that's what it is, if it's got any life left in it, it has a distinct smell when it's worked. Especially sanding will bring it out. It smells like a dirty barnyard. It's not really too bad, but it does make it Elm. I do most things green, so it's a more potent aroma.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, this is great, William, thanks for brightening my day! 😊

[@judithfairchild8620]

I'm glad you kept the bark when you showed us the top I saw the bark was purple. So beautiful. Lovely little bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Judith! 😃

[@judithfairchild8620]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop my pleasure

[@jeanlong4285]

I love the grain and I really love it when they come out so smooth. Nice bowl Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jean! 😃

[@rayworstine4399]

Good morning, Phil. FOG Elm must sand up very nicely. I almost reached in to feel it. I enjoyed your project and video. Keep moving forward, my friend.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I thought I could feel a hand over my shoulder, Ray! 😃 Thank you!

[@smallnepal8604]

That looks like a nice button holder! Thanks for the videos this week!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, great idea! 😃

[@alinmayerthorpe7801]

Cute bowl with lovely grain and color, well done and thanks! Cheers Al

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Al! 😃

[@leonasamuel7791]

I think it’s just beautiful, Phillips!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Leona! 😊

[@teebowers2273]

Love that you kept some of the bark!😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Tee! 😃

[@1957Loyal]

As always another beautiful bowl from a odd cut of wood.😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Stephanie! 😃

[@vickiestevens1699]

A pretty little bowl. I like the unusual shape. 💕

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Vickie! 😃

[@ScruffyC137]

Every time I remove a tenon I heard your voice to guide me. Thanks again for being an inspiration.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So cool! Thank you, Scruffy! 😃

[@vhostovich]

You deserve a great deal of credit for even starting. More for even continuing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Vaughn! 😃

[@stevefromlondon9175]

You did so well with what you had you turned a lovely bowl Regards Steve UK London God bless our King

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve! Lots of festivities tomorrow, enjoy! 😃

[@albertdawson6814]

I see a master piece Phil. It was a very enjoyable video. Thank you for sharing. I hope to see you on the next one

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Albert! 😃

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

You make treasure outta trash! Beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Patricia! 😃

[@paulrapp6]

Phil, Excelsior! Thank you for a most amazing interlude. WOOF, WOOF! Keep the aspidistra flying! God bless, Paul

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Paul! 😃

[@dennislestanguet9581]

Now that's a bowl.. Be well my friend. Dennis.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to hear from you, Dennis! Thank you, I'm so glad you took your time to watch and comment! 😃

[@ronnielloyd4514]

Another great M&M bowl. Nice job Phil!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jnol9009]

Another nice bowl Phil. I too like the inclusion on this one. Thx and take care.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@georgewaltz1610]

Very nice 👍 I was waiting for the oh no but didn't see anything bad happen so that was good. My wife and I enjoy all your wood turning vids and the ones with all the new toys company's send you ❤️ thanks for sharing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much to you and your wife, George! 😃

[@leighw9684]

Very nice little bowl. Looks like it was fun wood to turn. The bark was such an unusual color before you put the Howard's on!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Leigh! 😃

[@thomasroberts1392]

Good morning Phil. Beautiful bowl. You certainly are gifted, tha nks.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Thomas! 😃

[@alanbutler1657]

Handy Button container. Interesting turn.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

There ya go, Alan! 😃

[@duane4141]

Another nice piece. It’s a pleasure to watch your work have another wonderful day

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Duane, thank you! 😃

[@hccdoc]

You make turning these challenging chunks of wood into beautiful pieces look so easy, Phil. It is quite inspirational. Thanks!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Easy peasy lemon squeezy, Greg! 😃

[@georgekunkel5819]

Pleasure as always, Phil😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for stopping by, George! 😃

[@katm6]

I like the shape, it's different and worthy of being a Phil piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ThePapa1947]

You are so right Phil. The defects in this one has stole the show. The grain and finish are nice but that inclusion is just plain cool. Nice job my friend, Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Gary! Truth is, I love defects! 😃

[@brendadriver2702]

I like the shape and the really dark bark. Love it!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Brenda! 😃

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Beautiful live edge American Elm bowl, Phil. 😊😊😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😃

[@texanasimmons1761]

Pretty little bowl, Phil. Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Texana! 😃

[@jonmartineau1004]

Another beautiful bowl Phil . Thanks for sharing .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@arlahare4020]

looks like that scraper been sharpened a fair few times. sweet little bowl, its got some character to it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It has, Arla but it keeps on a scrapin'! 😃

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

You sure can ture ordinary into exceptional. Thanks for sharing 👍.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Garet! 😃

[@mikepetitt9624]

I love the “fog” wood! I have a lot of fog wood so I’m going to use that lol😂 another nice one!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Mike! 😃

[@MarklTucson]

That wood has fantastic figure and the inclusion really gives it character. At about 17:42 in the video, the piece almost looks like an angry muppet 😀 Really like how you were able to keep the bark

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Of course I had to go back and look...lol... I agree that it's very 'Muppetesque'.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I hadn't noticed that, Mark, thanks! 😃

[@derrickgreen2402]

It's maybe not much, but it's a classic, no matter what you think of it. You do your best, and then some, and that makes it special. Keep doing what you do best, and accept that it's better than most. ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Derrick! 😊

[@danellabarnes-penman1118]

That might grow on you, Phil. It really does have a great finish!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Danella! 😃

[@garthkeck2003]

Cute. Good place to keep your buttons. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, there ya go, Garth! 😃

[@annettevanallen3987]

I think it turned out beautiful! It is unique and has a lot of character! I'd be happy to display it in my home!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Annette! 😃

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

I actually really like the shape of the bowl. The inclusion is a great feature. You never disappoint!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kellywilkins8043]

All your wood ends up smooth! Great touch!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Kelly! 😃

[@RavensViewStudio]

Bravo, Maestro. Great piece! Jay

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jay! 😃

[@jeffstevens763]

Lovely piece Phil the finish right up my street 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know, Jeff! 😃

[@dougmorgan6819]

I genuinely appreciate what you share in terms of speeds, approach, tool choice, etc. I watch a lot of turning videos on 2X, but yours I watched at 1X to glean all the knowledge shared. And paused halfway through to subscribe.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So cool, Doug, thank you very much! 😊 I will try to be worthy.

[@ethantodd4400]

Hey Phil, great work as always... I love catching up on your project offerings... I can't tell you how much I love that feeding wax finish, though I'm sure I have many time before... Stay healthy brother and thanks for sharing and educating... 😁👊🏽

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching and commenting, Ethan! 😊

[@allenwebb3768]

Turned out great Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@calmwoodcreations3709]

N-i-i-i-ice! And quite timely, as well. I'll be getting a chunk of this wood ready to chuck up a bit later today and this shows me what to expect. The log was found along the county road up from the shop a ways, where County Roads left it while clearing storm damage. It was brought down in the ice storm 2-and-a-half years ago and the date I wrote is when I sawed it into sections. It's just about time to go back and get samples of leaf and flower/seed for a definite ID. I'll let you know when I do.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Another great wood finding story, Dave! 😃 Yeah, let me know what you find out. Thanks, buddy!

[@williamellis8993]

Thanks for sending that wood to Phil so we could all enjoy it. Bill

[@PBUCKY1969]

Hi Phil, great to see you - hope you are well! I really enjoyed watching - beatiful bowl!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Paul, it's great to be seen! 😃

[@redleaf4902]

Phil, I l i k e this little bowl. It's cute. At 18:34, I see Africa. I thought it was warmer when I saw just your shirt on. Ten degrees Celsius is chilly for a shirt, Phil. About the same here, and rainy. Oh! Almost fergot: May the 4th be with you. Hawhaw. Bonne semaine (good week) to ya.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I see Africa now, too, Red, thanks! 😃

[@TheMessyStudio]

That turned out very nice, Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Billy! 😃

[@mnp1964]

Looks fantastic Phil I really like it it looks really pretty with that type of finish Blessings

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Wade! 😃

[@christinemiller7238]

I was worried at first that it wouldn’t keep the bark. Turned out gorgeous.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Christine! 😃

[@dandemeulenaere6237]

Very well done...looks like a mini roman tub...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@margeburns2590]

Very nice weird shaped bowl. 😮

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! Thanks, Marge! 😃

[@jimfisher5201]

Hi Phil, thanks for the video, that is a really nice piece and the defect is just one bit that makes it so much more interesting, always like the bark and defects, great job. All the best to you. Regards Jim

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Jim! 😃

[@garyp8471]

Another great vid from the Master, learn so much from you Phil. All the best from Lincolnshire UK 👀👀

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Gary! Big doin's over your way today! 😃

[@nighteagle317]

It's beautiful Phil, and yes, I do wish I could feel it! Lol Hope you're doing well.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I wish you could too, Paige! Thank you, doing fine! 😃

[@anneandgregrobison8120]

I use that same wax on my wood pens...good stuff. Nice work, glad it is starting to warm up! 🌳

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Raining and 50° today! 😃

[@carolyngreen1673]

Lovely fruit bowl !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carolyn! 😃

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil, Thank You Dave at Calmwood Creations... Phil you did a good solid turning today with a nice piece of FOG wood. American Elm is great looking wood and bark. I do not think I have dealt with American Elm or I am just getting forgetful (probably both). The logistics of turning Phil is part of the fun of watching. You turn, you run into unexpected whatever's inside and than your strategy changes. ALWAYS FUN & until next time Phil.... TM

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

I'm really looking forward to turning one of the other chunks of this soon, now that I've seen what can be done. Perhaps even a clue for what *not* to do. 😅

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, the wood keeps us guessing, Tuffy! You should be an old hand at woodturning by now. Or, are you saving yourself? LOL! thank you, buddy! 😃

[@carolriley8472]

Phil, you always create a gorgeous bowl from the very odd chunks of wood that are sent to you,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carol, I'll keep trying! 😃

[@Rogster559]

Great job once again Phil a beautiful piece of art work, all the best from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Roger! 😃

[@estetubo]

I like that you take the most strange and difficult pieces and you teach us to be creative. Thank you a lot

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

My pleasure, Alejandro, thank you for watching! 😃

[@lyndaowen2154]

I like the shape especially the way the top wings out. It is a pretty wood I like it. I haven’t watch many videos lately and nice to see your still at it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

And good for me to see you are still here, Lynda! Thank you! 😃

[@lyndaowen2154]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop oh, yeah, can’t get rid of me that easy ha ha ha! This time of year is just busy with making pots for the plant nursery. Plus, I have 3 flowerbeds and a vegetable bed to tend to. It’s not leaving much time just to goof off and have fun. Don’t get me wrong. I enjoy the other things to but learning a new craft is just a different kind of fun. I did copy you and I ordered a set of the Benjamin’s best gouges and parting tools. They came in about a week ago, and I haven’t had a chance to break them in. But I am really looking forward to it. Thank you for continuing to share your artwork. I really appreciate it and even admire it.

[@maddieadams75]

It’s beautiful, I like the shape ❤ thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank YOU, Maddie! 😃

[@birdhunter2008]

Great work again Phil . Guess you better get ur thinking cap on and invent " feel - o - vision " so we can all feel the wood . Awesome skills .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I'll be workin' on it, Jeff! 😃

[@marywright1057]

Such a beautiful bowl!!! You always make an art piece out of nothing. Thanks for sharing your talent. 🥰

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mary! 😃

[@joannamitchell4627]

Sweet. This bowl says ... pour in some colorful m&m's :-) the shape is neat!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@BeverlyM52]

Howdy, Phil. So delightful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Beverly! 😊

[@edwardanthony195]

You had me holding my breath! I have turned a few funnels myself! 😂 I think it's a great looking piece! ❤️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Edward! 😃

[@werelemur1138]

FOGwood, I love it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@alangibb3100]

Phil, a cracken wee live edge bowl well done

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kam70111]

Not bad. Quite beautiful in its own way.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for your political correctness, Khan! 😃

[@timfry4379]

Nicely done! Always a good time!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tim! 😃

[@vickirothe3761]

Delightful piece Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Vicki! 😃

[@michaelmckenney7214]

Thanks Phil! I’ve been watching for over a year and I’ve learned so much from you. Like taking a “master class” at wood university, thanks!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot for sticking with me, Michael! 😃

[@daviddejong187]

Another nice project Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, David! 😃

[@daveurban1018]

I started turning in the 80's at a woodshop on an airforce base in England. There was a master turner who started teaching me the basics. I transferred stateside and learned on my own. Then along came youtube. I'm still a long way from being a master turner, but videos from you and a few others have really helped me be better. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and techniques.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Dave, I learned to turn from watching videos. Hundreds of them! It still took some perseverance but it all finally clicked. As long as you are having fun, you are way ahead of the game! Thanks for watching and for your comment! 😃

[@vickipease6653]

That’s beautiful! Well done!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Vicki! 😃

[@tinaharbit1806]

That is absolutely gorgeous! The spalting and bark…wow!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tina! 😃