How to Turn Gnome Ornaments That Sell. By Dean's Woodworking

[@twoblacklabs]

@Deanswoodworking I have been “studying” quite a few gonk videos over the past few weeks and built a private library for my own reference (I have significant short term memory issues and rely on my KZbin library for reference). THIS video is going to the very top of the playlist. I love this approach more than any of the others and I know I’ve watched at least 25 so far. Thanks for such a cool way to go about it.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks

[@vernonabernethy3970]

Really great for learning how to use the lathe!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad you liked it!

[@johnhartman8086]

Thank you very much!!! Well done!!!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you for watching

[@shastastan1935]

Thanks for video. I'm going to make some of these for our church boutique. I enjoyed watching your skill with the skew, too.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Awesome Glad you liked it.

[@jackthompson5092]

Nice gnomes Dean.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Jack and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@mountainbushcraftersallian8654]

I just turned 36 snowmen and these are awesome! New follower here....Straight to the point...

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@johnnyhugheswoodworking595]

Thank you Dean, great video

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@veea.4936]

SO CUTE!!! I love them!

[@veea.4936]

Is that your fur baby hollering at you 🤣

[@DeansWoodworking]

yes he wanted to be in the middle of the table.

[@randywood4782]

Good job Dean I 👍

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks for the visit Randy!!!

[@ian7583]

Just love ❤️ these nice Dean 😍

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks so much 😊

[@johng6018]

Really like your teaching style. So much of KZbin is filled with extra crap that's just not necessary. Thanks for that!

[@DeansWoodworking]

I appreciate that John, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@mikebadilla6970]

Very Nice Thankyou.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Most welcome, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@terryhooper9169]

Thanks Dean 👍

[@DeansWoodworking]

My pleasure!! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@jimhayes3225]

Beautiful piece.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Many thanks!

[@darylreinke2619]

Thank you! Gnomes seem to be a popular item

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Daryl, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@tfwoodcraft]

these are awesome!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Trevor!

[@suzetteedwards7956]

Great video. You make it look easy.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks 👍

[@stephanie09.11]

I would like this twice if I could. Hope all is well!

[@jackthompson8019]

Dean, these gnomes are absolutely gorgeous.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Jack, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@Susanjilek1953]

Thanks Dean

[@DeansWoodworking]

Very welcome Susan, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@positiveandhealthy2728]

I follow your all tips and really I feel change in my life 👌🏻

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@bassplayer60]

Very cute, Dean! Very interesting! And clever!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks so much!

[@scotttague2729]

Great job Dean they are awesome👍👍👍👍

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad you like them Scott, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@TheTacktishion]

It helps to eliminate the "chatter" on a long limb like that if you bring the tailstock up for support. Good job Dean....!

[@LarryDMitchell]

Good method and I love the live edge hats. Adds some uniqueness to the Gnome.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Larry, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@jimphilpott902]

Hot glue is great. I have made such a mess of gnome beards with CA glue. Good video presentation, as always.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Jim and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@AndrewR74]

Very cool. Thanks for sharing.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks for watching!

[@KS-ts3le]

What a great idea with the vinyl, keeping your workshop clean

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad you like it! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@ian7583]

Sweet

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@skturnings7645]

Awesome video! I never would have thought a gnome could be so easy! Thanks for another great lesson, Dean! You're killin it!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad you liked it Shawn, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@jnol9009]

Great job again. Thx for sharing

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@30jamesnelson]

DEAN,, I REALLY ENJOY WATCHING YOU WORK AND YOUR WHOLE SERIES OF ORNAMENTS HAS BEEN FUN AND INFORMATIVE. KEEP IT UP MY FRIEND

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you! Will do! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@lesouco]

Very good job

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you so much 😀 and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@hans-joachimsteinitz993]

The gnomes look pretty good. Thanks and best wishes from Germany

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you Hans best wishes to you! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

Hey Dean, i should have Gnome .... that you would come up with a great looking Gnome with character ! I gotta try it as well. Greg

[@DeansWoodworking]

You should! Thanks for Watching!!

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

I did, they are a fun project. I hope you are doing well and perhaps a new video soon? Greg

[@andredupuis8497]

Very very nice & good idea❤

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi Dean... I love these little guys... I will definitely give them a go... Looks like this is going to be a popular video... well done... Take care...All the best.....Andy

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Andy!!!

[@denniszlatkin4280]

I make Christmas ornaments every year for family members and was running out of ideas until I saw your video. Really cool and your tutorial was well done , as always. Thanks, Dean!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Dennis, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@dkheaton]

I am really loving your videos. You show a lot of easy-to-make and different things. Thanks for sharing.

[@DeansWoodworking]

You are so welcome! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@royboggs3849]

Dean, I just love how you utilize ordinary limbs to make cute stuff! 👍👌👏👏❤️

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Roy, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@terrylay6034]

NICE

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks

[@franwilson2097]

right on Dean,looking good my man,and by the by I got my lathe yesterday,setting up will try out today,it's beautiful and very big,I happy

[@DeansWoodworking]

Congrats Fran, Have fun and be safe!!!

[@stevefromlondon9175]

What a fun little project they turned out so good going to find where to buy the hair Regards Steve UK London

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Steve you can buy the fur at almost any craft or fabric store. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@keithkimsten5111]

I always enjoy your videos! Thanks, and Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Happy holidays!

[@josephwise485]

My clubs challenge next month is turning a gnome, good timing for me. Compared to other videos I've watched, you seem to have simplified the process. Thanks for sharing.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Joseph, and Thanks for Watching!!! Good luck with the challenge.

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Another great project Dean. Well done.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Many thanks Doug!!!

[@danamcmanus]

These are adorable! Thank you! 💘

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you! 😊, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@richardschaffling9882]

Very nice you did a great job on them

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you! Richard, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@richardschaffling9882]

@@DeansWoodworking I enjoy your videos

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks Richard!!!

[@MrMaddawgg]

Great video! Your work is amazing and what's more, you work at my speed! Love your slow methodical approach.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@helenalmey6812]

Thank you for a great demo - cannot wait to try making these!!

[@DeansWoodworking]

You are so welcome, have fun, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@zaneclark3667]

hello love your gnomes video, i think I'll make gnomes my first project! {I'm new to turning ! i just received my first lathe its a mini wen but a start}

[@DeansWoodworking]

Congrats on the new lathe Zane have fun and be safe. Thanks for Watching!!

[@davidblair6454]

Another great project...looking forward to trying these myself

[@DeansWoodworking]

Go for it! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@ianbedwell4871]

I have made a bunch of free standing gnomes, never thought of doing them as hanging ones so thanks for the idea. In stead of cutting down the beard to go around the beard I use a leather punch from the back to make the hole for the nose, I found that helps me hold while all the glue cools etc

[@DeansWoodworking]

That's a great idea! Thanks for Watching!!!

[@deforrestkeeling5782]

Thank you Dean. Your pretty informative on your stuff and it's given me some good ideas. Hopefully after hip surgery I can go turn some of the things that I've seen.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks, I hope your surgery goes well and wish you a speedy recovery. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@monopinion8799]

Love your work. Great ideas. Keep it up!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you Sylvie Will do!

[@im4dabirds]

nice

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks, and thanks for Watching!!!

[@jimhyslop]

So simple! I hope you eventually paid attention to the poor kitty who was SO neglected 🤣

[@DeansWoodworking]

Yes, He wanted to be on the table (helping)

[@johncline3033]

New guy here. I've been wondering what to do with the 200ft of cedar hurricane Ida left me. Now I know what to do with the smaller pieces. The tree was one my dad had planted a long time ago. I don't mind that it got blown down, I just wish it would have fallen ON the barn not AWAY from it lol.

[@DeansWoodworking]

LOL I understand, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@MrBill0523]

Great Video Dean!! Going to make some for my grandchildren! God Bless! Merry Christmas!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Merry Christmas, have fun, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@MikePeaceWoodturning]

Dean, your techniques are a bit different than mine but always good to see how others do it. I like the way you marked the fur cut with a felt tip pin and the heart shaped shape description is spot on. Stay safe my friend.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you very much Mike, I have watched your videos for years. Thanks for all you do for the Turning comunity.

[@rochellenowik9875]

Lots of questions about the "fake fur". Amazon, JoAnn, Michaels and Hobby Lobby are your best bet for locating the fur if in the USA. Amazon has a good selection of the darker colors. When using hot glue and you want to get rid of those annoying glue strings you can hit them with a quick blast of hot air from a blow dryer. The gnomes are adorable. Gnomes are very big these days in the crafting world. I'm a paper crafter and have made many note cards with gnomes.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Great Tips Rochelle, Thanks for Watching!!!

[@andredupuis8497]

Very Nice projet next projet christmas bell please thanks sir

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you! here is the link to bells kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2LbY6x6aMuIn5I

[@brianpoor763]

how are you? haven't seen you for awhile, sending prayers in case your not well, miss your videos

[@robertmiller-jones8952]

Cool video and neat process. Please tell me the diameter of the piece after truing up the branch and overall height of the finished piece. Thanks and have a Merry Christmas

[@DeansWoodworking]

They Vary no two are the same.

[@aggieturning5796]

Great job Dean. Need to make some for Christmas this year.

[@DeansWoodworking]

You should! There a lot of fun and easy to make. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@wakelywanderer12]

This will be my Christmas ornaments this year. Thanks for the well done tutorial. As a side note, it’s hard to find a nose in a floor of shavings.😕

[@DeansWoodworking]

Glad it was helpful! it sure is lol.

[@cathybrasil5737]

Are you turning these from green wood? Or if not how do you dry the limbs for turning? Thanks, as a beginner this is a great video instruction!

[@inspectr1949]

Cute, can't help but wonder if the green branch wood splits with time?

[@DeansWoodworking]

I have not had a problem as long as I finish them as soon as i turn them when using green wood. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@gregj2647]

Great project. Gnomes are the hot item right now. What are the rough dimensions of a typical gnome?

[@DeansWoodworking]

I am not sure I can answer that question. I make them all different sizes These are about 3 -4 inches half being the hat. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@richardkunicki5684]

Absolutely fabulous, great turning. i assume beard is purchased at a hobby store. Thanks

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you yes you can get the fake fur at almost any craft or fabric store. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@Jtsmith134]

I am thinking about taking up wood turning as a hobby. Your vids are great for a beginner :).

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks John.

[@shivnathbhagyawan2791]

or rhythmic❤

[@albertreed966]

cute

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank You Albert!!!

[@DaveBellStickermetimbers]

Nice project. I don't understand why you wouldn't support the piece with your tailstock whenever possible.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Good point! use it if you can. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@bobrochon151]

Curious to know what type of material you use for the beard

[@DeansWoodworking]

Faux fur

[@markb8954]

You can get at Hobby Lobby or online craft supply stores.

[@masjabrikdiy8422]

Selamat malam.teman.pekerjaan yang bagus.#masjabrikdiy

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank You, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@sandyfox8723]

Hi. Lovely little objects. Could I ask why you hollow out the body if you intend to glue the hat on, please ? 🤔😌

[@DeansWoodworking]

To make it lighter since it’s an ornament hanging on the tree. Thanks for watching!

[@sandyfox8723]

Thanks for that. You probably did say why, on the video, but I haven’t any sound on the computer 😡Much appreciated.

[@DeansWoodworking]

@@sandyfox8723 no problem Sandy, Thanks for watching!!!

[@sebastianmacduck2222]

The gnomes are very cute. I just don't understand why you're sticking your the hats on with glue. I will make them as small containers, then you can put coins or objects in them. The hat serves as a lid. Thanks for the great idea and the great video! Greetings from Germany

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you! 😊 I only glue them on for the ornaments because they are hanging on a tree. See the Gnome with a Secret Video kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXa4YnmuhsychK8 Thanks for Watching!!!

[@arlineastman]

Thanks Dean. Enjoyed it. See you are apart of AAW. I was for many years until I could not stand the politics anymore in it.

[@eternalhalflife]

Love these -- Is there a reason to hollow out the body if you plan on sealing the top on?

[@DeansWoodworking]

only to reduce the weight since they will be hanging on a tree. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@charleswilliams4517]

Dean, great job! However don’t understand why you drilled out the body. Why not keep it solid?

[@DeansWoodworking]

Charles It was just to make it lighter since it hangs on a tree limb. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@charleskallay5484]

If you don't mind small suggestions, drill the hole while it's on the lathe with more wood. Then turn the wood down to the size you want. This takes care of tear-out.

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks for the tip, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@gregdagg9305]

Looks just like a little neighbour I had when I lived over by the holler.. Nice job.. Did you get that cat fed?

[@DeansWoodworking]

The cat was not happy because he wanted to be on the table helping. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

​@Dean's Woodworking I thought thecat was nervous that it was going to have give up its fur for a beard... lol

[@williamwodrich2430]

wjere do you purchase the hair material? How do you fine finish the wood?

[@DeansWoodworking]

Fake fur you can get it and almost any craft or fabric store. I use spray laquer.

[@anthonymassey4222]

Are you still able to find that 3M sandpaper on sale? I've just used my last and can't find it anywhere.

[@DeansWoodworking]

I have not seen any in some time now.

[@anthonymassey4222]

@@DeansWoodworking thanks for the reply. I guess I should have loaded up on it the last time I saw it but was hoping you knew of someone on your side of town that had it.

[@DeansWoodworking]

I sure wish I did, and like you I wish I had bought more when I had the chance.

[@claudeelliott3993]

Just out of curiosity, what do you sell your gnomes for?? If you don't mind??

[@DeansWoodworking]

I belive those sold for $35

[@claudeelliott3993]

@@DeansWoodworking Thank you.

[@maxkangen]

Hello mate. I`m looking for a new sander and would like to ask you which one you use.

[@DeansWoodworking]

here is a link to the one I use It's from Woodturners wonders. woodturnerswonders.com/collections/unique-tools/products/angle-drill

[@douglasgoddard7579]

Good Morning Dean. Greeting from Northern Ireland. Just to say I have been enjoying you videos for the past few months. One simple question. Where or what do you use for the beards on the gnomes? Good wishes

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thank you Douglas the beards are fake fur you can get it at almost any craft or fabric store thanks for watching!!!

[@rochellenowik9875]

Amazon also sells the fake fur in several different colors (grey, brown, white).

[@douglasgoddard7579]

@@rochellenowik9875 many thanks. I visited Amazon

[@DeansWoodworking]

Great tip Thanks rochelle

[@unclehornet5122]

Is there a reason you don’t use a live centre in the tailstock to minimise vibrations?

[@DeansWoodworking]

I do when I can

[@trurex007lee7]

Sweet project! Where did you buy the pin vise that fits into your drill?

[@DeansWoodworking]

I bought it off Amazon its just a regular pin vise but I took the collet off one end. That will let it fit into the drill chuck. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@kandiecandelaria3134]

Really cute! Where do you get your “fur”?

[@DeansWoodworking]

you can get it at any craft or fabric store. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@chrismorgan6898]

What do you use for the beard? Great videos

[@DeansWoodworking]

The beard is fake fur you can get it at almost any craft or fabric store. Thanks, and Thanks for Watching!!!

[@williamrusher9974]

You did not say where and what the beard is . Where can you purchase the beard material?

[@DeansWoodworking]

The Beard is fake fur and you can get it at almost any craft or fabric store it is also available on amazon. Thanks for Watching!!

[@jackdurning8637]

Where did you get the fur for the Beard?

[@DeansWoodworking]

you can get it at almost any craft or fabric store or on amazon. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@jackdurning8637]

@@DeansWoodworking thank you. I am new to this and love your videos I have done lots of snowmen/icicles and the bird hous. Not as good as yours. But still learning. LOL Have a Merry Christmas.

[@jackdurning8637]

What did you use for the finish on the Gnomes?

[@DeansWoodworking]

@@jackdurning8637 rattle can lacquer

[@garyfestarini9608]

I like the method. I am however always nervous when I see a turner wearing a watch or a ring while turning. I have seen people get caught

[@DeansWoodworking]

Thanks for Watching!!!

[@donaldosborn1892]

Looks great but it sounds like you were killing the cat

[@DeansWoodworking]

He was upset because I would not let him on the table to help. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@EricRush]

What is the beard fur?

[@DeansWoodworking]

Fake Fur you can get it at any craft or fabric store. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@jackwagon4313]

Dean what state do you live in?

[@DeansWoodworking]

Texas

[@shanenmannies3782]

What is the purpose of the 7/8 hole ? Why not just turn the hat and body one piece?

[@DeansWoodworking]

Its all about removing weight. remember this is an ornament to hang on a tree. Thanks for Watching!!!

[@shanenmannies3782]

@@DeansWoodworking thank you, I'm new to turning

[@DeansWoodworking]

Welcome to the world of turning, Be safe and have fun! if in doubt ask someone.

[@williamkilburn898]

why do you drill in the bottom

[@DeansWoodworking]

Just to make it lighter. Thanks for Watching!!!