Huge Crack! Can It Hold? - Wood Turning

Naturally Spalted Plum with a very large crack nearly all the way through the width of the bowl. Some very deteriorated wood, some punkiness, lots of bug holes under the ever-flying bark! This gave me a very hard time.
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[@douglasmccart9288]

I am 80 years old and have been very active most of my life. I fell hit my head and got a brain bleed. I spend almost a month in the hospital. Started watching wood turning. I watched all the guys with glueing things together and forming with epoxy but no interest. I just love watching your videos. It is like you are talking to me as a friend and you let the piece dictate the end product. Thank you for providing a very interesting product.

[@misfitramone]

I'm hoping you're feeling better and are able to get back to an active and fun lifestyle.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

We are friends, Douglas and as your friend, I'm glad to know you are feeling a little better. That must have been scary. At 75, I can just imagine what an impact that had on you. Take good care and thank your for your comment! 😄

[@georgekunkel5819]

What a well thought out compliment. I can’t help but feel the same way with regards to how his videos are. Good luck with your health. God bless.

[@randyrockwell6136]

That tenon was scary looking! Definitely this piece of wood was meant to be in the hands of a skilled craftsmen 🤠

[@GordonRock1]

Get well soon, Douglas, and I hope you stay that way! 😊😊

[@GordonRock1]

That was a good question, Phil. Who else would turn that? Not many, I’m sure. But not many have your talent, my friend. Another excellent piece in the Anderson household. Thanks for sharing! Take care, …..Gord

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, buddy! Fortunately, we have a group of turners not nearly as dumb as me. LOL! I was happy when I took it out of the jaws and it held together. 😄

[@chrisjohnston2449]

I think we need to give you a new name. "Phil the determined" will be your new name in my books. Never give up. We love all you do.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I'l take it, Chris, thanks! 😄

[@kellywilkins8043]

It amazes me, Wood Whisperer, how well you read wood. You whispered and it listened to you! Thanks Phil! Awesome job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Kelly! 😄

[@andrewhall1693]

"Fearless Phil" strikes again .....I was on the edge of may chair watching you turn this......brave but worth it ...nice work Phil I am in awe of your talent......thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Andrew! 😄

[@joolzttt3573]

When you laughed and said 'who else would do this?' The answer is very few. But that's why I enjoy your channel so much, you do stuff other people don't and it's always a pleasure to watch you create beautiful objects.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks so much, Joolz! 😄

[@davesullivan3289]

Phil. :Once again you have mastered a piece of wood that would be junk to 90% of turners you master it. I’m glad and look forward to watching your videos daily. THANKS for your time and work

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Much appreciated, Dave! 😄

[@ceciljanise2318]

7:52 PM CST .. The master always overcomes adversity.. beautiful bowl Phil !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Cecil! 😄

[@cliffboulton8763]

Another non-epoxy Masterpiece from Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for noticing, Cliff! 😄

[@markporter4442]

As Captain Kirk may have said, these are the voyages of the shady acres woodshop seeking out crazy wood to boldly go where no man has gone before. 😂 Another great piece Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, a true Treky, Mark! 😄

[@louisjcharlett5804]

...and he persevered! Way to go, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Louis! 😄

[@monteashmore3730]

Who else would turn that indeed? Only Phil. Great piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😄

[@zetuskid]

Phil, you handled that bowl like a new born puppy with great results. Thank goodness for CA glue.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

And thank good for puppies, Kid! 😄

[@robinfrisco4219]

You are a determined man, Phil! Looks great. My favorite part was you laughing at the situation and your stubbornness😉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Robin! 😄

[@PBUCKY1969]

Phil. I think all your hard work on this really paid off - well worth the effort! Now I think you deserve a round of applause and at least a dozen beers, you probably need it!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Already done, Paul! LOL!

[@MikeWaldt]

As usual Phil an excellent turn ... I'm with you .... keep things as natural as possible 🙂. Great video my friend. Cheers. Mike

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate you watching and your comment, Mike, thank you! 😄

[@jeanlong4285]

You are the only person I know that would attempt this piece. It is a very beautiful piece of art. The wood grain is amazing and I'm so glad you were able to save the bark.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jean! 😄

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Thank you Nate. Thank you Phil “the Bark Man” Anderson. No “Flying Wood” t-shirt for you this time! Great seat of pants, suspense video. Next time you get that soft punky wood like that, brush on sanding sealer, then continue turning. It does a great job of stiffening the fibers without filling up the voids. It will save you from a whole ton of extra sanding.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, I wish I could think of stuff like that during the filming of the video, Valerie. Mostly I'm thinking of camera angles and lighting, editing, stuff like that. Sometimes I think about turning, too! 😄

[@davehedblom5941]

Most of my turns are like yours. I’m retired and belong to a shop called the Sawmill. Lots. Of great people. I’m known for rescuing wood from the dumpster. I also get wood from other turners with the comment that it looks like a Dave piece. I really appreciate you videos. Dave from Surprise Arizona.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good to know, Dave, thanks! 😄

[@ernestomelendez6772]

I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for NOT using resin. There are very good artists creating masterpieces with resin, but you take so much care in preserving the beauty and character of the natural wood! Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Ernesto! 😄 Yes, I think there is room for every type of turner.

[@RavensViewStudio]

Ooo, Maestro, this was a nail biter... I was expecting there to be a bit of a dramatic conclusion. Well held together, and fantastic work, as always. Mother nature really made you work for this one, sir. Jay

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, I think she had it out for me but I fooled her, Jay! Thank you! 😄

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Really neat! I love when you do a "daredevil project". Keeps us on the edge of our seats. Also your joke about using a painting as a charcuterie board really cracked me up.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I'm glad you enjoyed it, Argus, thank you! 😄

[@JD-xg3ek]

For 24 minutes I held my breath as I was sure it was going to pop in half. You have put a lot of time into this bowl with all the glue jobs you did on this piece. But at the end of all this the product is sensational. I really like this bowl. Thanks for the show. Joel

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you and the bowl survived the ordeal, Joel! 😄

[@rambladesmanmoe6291]

Another beauty Phil. I can’t believe that Tenon held together. 😂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Moe! 😄

[@janetalexander122]

Boy, I was on the edge of my seat wondering if the wood was going to break apart! Another wood turner would have poured epoxy all over that piece of wood and ruined its natural beauty. Thank you for letting us watch you create another beautiful piece of art, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I really appreciate this, Janet, thank you so much! 😄

[@Aaah-Mazn-Creations]

As usual, I was doing what I love in watching the Phil Anderson magic show. This is my favorite part of the day. I saw no fear only ultimate confidence. I was glad to know the best encounters what I have to deal with on a daily basis. I was glad to see how you dealt with bad cracks, very punkey wood, and lose bark. These projects take a lot more time than anticipated and it is well worth it, The results speak for themselves. It turned out JUST STUNNING!!!!! Don't feel afraid to show it to anyone!!!!! KEEP ON TURNING

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, I appreciate your great comment! 😊

[@sunshine4ever783]

It blows my mind that you can take a piece of wood that looks like something you would put in your fireplace or fire pit and turn it into something of a piece of art!👏Nice work! 👍😊💖

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's the fun in turning for me, Sunshine! 😄

[@judithfairchild8620]

That's going to be a humdinger of a beautiful bowl. The grain is absolutely gorgeous!!!!!!! Love it's beauty cracks of life. We all have them.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So true, Judith! 😄

[@dougspencer3572]

Only you the bark master could do that. I didn't realize how much sanding you got to do until I turned my first bowl. Turning it was easier Thanks Phil!!!! God bless

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, often more time sanding then turning but that's just way it goes. 😄

[@davidbaxter5132]

Well, you said it yourself, Phil; "Who else would turn this?" - only the Master himself! We can rely on you to be 'Mr Natural' and once again you deliver an amazing masterclass of what can be done, and an amazing bowl once it has been done! Great job, great video.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks, David! 😄

[@garryevans3594]

You search for art from nature is contagious. You have a great eye for grain pattern. Thank you for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Garry! 😊

[@drewber565]

"Maybe not your change." LOL!! Great work, and great effort to save the bark. Thanks. Like Douglas McCart says, your work is definitely different than all the others who remove bark and use epoxy.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, D! 😃

[@stevesteves8915]

So, the woodturning gods were with you on this one! Looks great!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve! 😄

[@andreweastwood862]

Wow; outstanding... This is why I look forward to Friday mornings. Thank you Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Andrew! 😄

[@vickiestevens1699]

That was amazing. I kept my fingers crossed. I thought it was going to fly away at any moment. Hurray!❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, we got lucky, Vickie! 😄

[@lyleturner6964]

That bark had very little holding it on. WOW! Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

True enough, Lyle! 😄

[@maknifeandrods7701]

Mr McCart get well soon. Phil your a crazy man but always come through with fantastic bowls.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, crazy? Yeah, maybe a little or maybe I just feel like I've lived a good long life! 😄

[@kam70111]

This has a lot of character. Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Khan! 😄

[@laurazakrzewski]

Wow. I wasn't sure that was going to hold for you. Glad it did. Turned out beautifully.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Laura! 😄

[@lancerawlings5401]

Good for you for keeping the epoxy out. I am not a big fan of epoxy. Just keep it natural. Thanks Phil for doing so!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are welcome, Lance! 😄

[@diannesorem6389]

Yes! It is a very beautiful usable bowl. Keep on turning!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, I will, Dianne! 😄

[@jimwatson2962]

Lot of daylight showing through there Phil ! Can't believe you managed to get it done . Great work . 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Jim! 😄

[@kimphillips2998]

Phil only thing I can add to this video is you show to your viewers what's determination and patience and god-given talent you can do with wood. God Bless you Phil...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Kim! 😄

[@michaelmcdermott2178]

The word that comes to mind, if you'll excuse me, is cojones. Not sure I would have taken this on but so glad you did. Thanks!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm just glad it stayed together, Michael! Thanks for watching! 😄

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Phil I'm very glad you always work with a net, in the form of a face shield...truly. First it was the dust storm, then the bark was lifting and threatening to come off, then the crack got messy on that one side, and then you had an iffy tenon, but you kept persevering...as you do. I might have spit it at the crack...I don't know. I know how important the bark is to you so I get why you kept fixing it, but it's Plum and even without the bark it's beautiful wood with great grain patterns. At any rate Phil, I'm VERY happy to hear you so clearly say that it is ART. That's a big step for you and I want to honor it. Yes Phil, you make Art! :-D

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thank you so much! 😄

[@richardovind3348]

Well Phil, I was pretty skeptical that that chunk was gonna hang together but I should have known the master could pull it off!! Cool piece!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Richard! Sometimes ya get lucky! 😄

[@johnermlich7882]

Nicely done your skill was showing. I laugh every when you say " its' in the book". Based upon your turnings your books and storage must be amazing. Take care guy!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, John! 😄 Yeah, it's a big house! LOL!

[@jeffstevens763]

I agree what others have said Phil, this was a risky piece but well worth it just to show how it grew. Soup is off the menu again😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

No soup for you! LOL! Thank you, Jeff! 😄

[@deniselocker8586]

Wow! I was holding my breath the whole time. It’s beautiful!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Breathe, breathe, Denise, it's over! 😄 Thank you!

[@michaelburns9172]

You are always challenging yourself Phil. And what a wonderful piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Michael! 😄

[@marywright1057]

Well Phil you've amazed me again!!! I just knew that large crack would cause the piece to blow apart!!! Instead you turned it into a magnificent art piece. You're a very talented man. Take care of yourself and have a great weekend. 🥰♥️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mary! I will and you should have a great weekend, too! 😄

[@morningsong7885]

Phil, you did a fantastic job with this piece of firewood 🪵 Well done, you 👏🏻 I love it, there is a great deal of beauty in something cracked and scarred, all it takes is handling with love, and the beauty will shine, as you have well demonstrated ☺️👍🏻 Thank you, Phil, I would call this the Dolly Parton bowl… Nooooo, not because of what you are thinking now 🫣😳 because it makes me think of her song “bargain store” 😉😂 Have a great weekend, Phil ☀️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, nobody can say Dolly Parton without think that, Morning Song! I like the bargain store reference, thank you! 😄

[@dalekuhlman1009]

Patience and perseverance pays off once again. Great work keep doing what you do it’s perfect.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Excellent, thank you, Dale! 😄

[@marciafazekas5384]

That would make a lovely yarn bowl. Lovely. ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@dondeere]

another great looking for the books!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don! 😄

[@JohnFerraro]

That took a crazy amount of patience and dedication. 👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, John! 😄

[@jimfisher5201]

That was an epic turning job Phil, I never knew that I could hold my breath for 20 minutes 😂, I love the comment from Douglas, so very true, hope he is feeling better you are good therapy when needed. Great result the bowl looks fantastic. All the best to you. Regards Jim

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jim! 😄

[@cordydan]

When I tell people I learn turning from KZbin this is the sort of thing they warn me about. 😅

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! I learned on KZbin, too, Dan. Not sure I ever say anyone doing these kinds of pieces, though. Probably a lot smarter than I am! 😄

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

HI Phil u always make me smile at the pieces u turn. thank u.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad to hear that! 😄

[@bskelton8712]

Hi Mr. Anderson Just started to watch your videos as I have just started turning myself. Liked and subscribed. Watched your video where you said you had part of lung removed and were going to start chemo, your still putting out videos so presume all went well. Lost my wife 6 years ago to cancer so wish you successful treatment of yours. I am picking up all kinds of hints to help me so keep making shavings. Bob

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for your subscription, Bob, I will try to be worthy. I am fully recovered. Four years since I lost my wife so I know what you have gone through. Good to know you are keeping busy and enjoying your turning, keep at it! 😄

[@bskelton8712]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Thanks Phil, you are more than worthy, really enjoy your videos and learn a lot. Keep up the good work.

[@katm6]

That was brilliant, Mr. Anderson.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😃

[@ronvilla5149]

Such a great piece!!! So glad it stayed together for you!!!👍🙂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Ron, me too! 😄

[@terryflynn2791]

You continue to inspire Phil, another delight.Terry down under

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Terry! 😄

[@williamellis8993]

I'm glad it held together, Phil. That wood has some really nice grain. Bill

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Bill! Thanks for watching! 😄

[@MsBee777]

She's a beauty bowl for sure. Thanks for saving the bark too. Sincerely,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ms Bee! 😄

[@RG-ce5hj]

Howdy Phil! It's another beauty! 👍👍 So glad you were able to save the bark.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, R G! 😄

[@user-bv1sl3bp5r]

Браво, Мастер!!! Браво!!!! Фантастика!!! До последнего момента не верил, что всё получиться. Получилось! Восхитительная работа! Слива-прекрасный материал, очень красивый. Сколько раз говорил себе не браться за подобные проекты. Столько с ними мороки, столько труда. Но когда ЭТО получается - получается всегда очень необычно. Вы, Мастер, меня вдохновили на работу. У меня лежит подобный кусок ивы, давно лежит. Пойду-попробую его перевернуть.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Замечательный! Удачи вам с вашим, я уверен, что это будет красиво! Спасибо за просмотр и комментарий! 😄

[@colleenchumbley8938]

Ok so here is my problem……..I don’t know which one is my favorite!!!! I love them all, but this it at the top of the list ❤. Beautiful, I love the imperfections that you turned into a beautiful piece. Love this ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Howdy, Colleen! Cool, I'm glad you like it! It was worth my time then! Thank you! 😄

[@karengilchrist9774]

That is beautiful Phil! No epoxy needed. I really like epoxy pieces but it would absolutely ruin the natural beauty of what you do. Your stuff is on whole different level. And very much appreciated.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Very kind of you, Karen, thank you, I'm glad you like it! 😄

[@georgeballentine1045]

I was holding my breath. Great looking bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, George! 😄

[@jimsandall2073]

Just wanted to thank you Phil for the great videos. Been watching them for a while and find you very funny and informative. Your camera work is excellent, I like being able to see how you hold and turn the tools. I'm an almost 55 year old new wood turner who has turned a few pens and bowl blanks the last couple months and I hope to do some live edge turning once I recover from this herniated disc that has about crippled me. For the last week I've been sitting around watching turning videos and other wood working stuff on KZbin. I'm bored too tears and really want to get back to turning. Thanks again. Jim S Utah

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh yeah, those hurt, Jim! Quick healing and back to the shop wishes for you! 😄

[@davewhatley444]

Another hit out of the park, Phil. It's always a pleasure seeing your work. I always look forward to seeing what you post on your next video. Blessings.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome, thank you, Dave! 😄

[@darrellpizzagoni5182]

Howdie High there Phil Darrell Pizzagoni from Redding here Wowie Zowie !! Shear talent Mind the Phun Amazing how you helped maintain the integrity of that piece So I received a beautiful piece of pear that I will turn this weekend. Large enough to get two projects One natural edge One regular First experience with plum So excited As usual you're my HERO Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Darrell! 😄 Every time I pass through Redding I get a ticket!

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi Phil, That is indeed beautiful. I have found one thing out this morning and that is I can't drink my tea while holding my breath. LOL. That is an amazing piece of turning which I believe not many people would have even started to do let alone get such a wonderful piece at the end. Fantastic Phil. Take care my friend. Cheers, Huw

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I wish I could have seen you try, Huw! LOL! Thank you, my friend! 😄

[@carolriley8472]

Phil, that bowl is gorgeous! I love the grain and the crack! You are definitely a Master!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carol! 😄

[@WoodenItBeNice]

See you in the morning with my mug of Tea Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'll be waiting, Huw! 😄

[@robertyouker3168]

Can't believe you pulled it off Great Job

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! 😄

[@ronnielloyd4514]

Very nice job, not many people would take the time to turn a piece of wood with that big of a crack.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Probably not, Ronnie and maybe that's a good thing! 😄

[@michaelmavroudis1043]

Well that turned out great. Just before sanding the inside you stated "I'm wondering who else would do this, and then put it out for everyone to see." Regardless of who else, it's because you do put it out for all to see that is one of the main reasons I continue watching your channel. I so thoroughly enjoy your tips and explanation of your work, and of course, I enjoy the end pieces. Kudos to you sir, and I hope you continue for everyone's enjoyment.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So kind of you, Michael, thank you! 😄

[@54lespaul3]

Well Phil, I would have carried on!! Honest to goodness, when I get a piece like that I always think to myself "what would Phil do?" I've said it a few times before, but you have changed the way I look at wood. A lot of the things I turn today likely would have been in a burn pile. This time though you had a real challenge!! Of course you carried on and made an exceptional piece of art. Plum at best is a cracky test, but spalted as well.......Hmmmm! Thank you. Cheers, Rick

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

When we get a hold of piece of beautiful wood like this, Rick, I think we have to do our best to bring out it's best. I'm glad you agree! 😄

[@earlmiller5353]

Amazing how you kept this piece together. Really turned out great.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Earl! 😊 Cheers!

[@lindabrown2211]

Phil this bowl looks awesome. I love the natural crack and bark. As always thanks for sharing. Be well my friend

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Linda! 😄

[@danarcher]

Phil, how you approach each turning truly amazes me. You take the outcasts of others and tun then into AMAZING pieces of art that can be used for decoration or..... M&Ms. You are a truly blessed and talented person. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and uncanny ability to turn cracked, punky, and often times discarded wood into masterpieces.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Dan! 😄 I hope you have finally got some turning going on, my friend!

[@danarcher]

@Phil Anderson - Shady Acres Woodshop Not quite yet, but I'm looking forward to it. should be done with all these projects soon, and then I can get back at it. 😁Thank you for sharing your talent with us my friend.

[@teddymuldoon1905]

All that work paid off! 👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You got that right! 😄

[@trustatimelord]

It's another lovely piece of work, Phil. Even with that Grand Canyon of a crack. 🙂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, Richard, thank you! 😄

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I think you knew it would be a challenge before you started still the end result was worth the effort, good job Phil. 😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I knew the bark was going to be an issue, Lewis. I didn't really know the extent of the crack until I got into it. But, time invested, ya know, so I pressed on! 😄

[@bobbynash282]

Never carved any plum before. Always wanted to carve some persimmon. That plum is gorgeous.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It is! 😄

[@benwinkel]

You 'crack' me up Phil! I think it's beautiful, very much worth the effort.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Ben! 😄

[@avago2day]

I'm early tonight! Well I must say mr Anderson, I would have conceded defeat to the lump of wood even before it got to the lathe. You however have pulled something quite remarkable out of the proverbial hat once again. That looked extremely challenging, but as you quite rightly say, it turned out beautiful! (in the hands of an expert). Jane ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Never give up, Jane! LOL! thank you for watching and commenting! 😄

[@SDck5940]

It is indeed art, and wonderfully beautiful art. Phil, how great to see you back to making art! That's been your life for years now. We can all see and appreciate how much joy it gives you. That's why we like to watch. Thank you for sharing the beauty.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Dick! 😄

[@kevinbooth2063]

Phil, you have a lot of determination to keep gluing the bark back on. As usual you took a questionable piece of wood and turned it into a masterpiece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Kevin! 😄

[@user-rg8wd9kb7t]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop monk.

[@hankcrismore6110]

One more time, you have done a super good job. It turned out beautifully! Keep up the good work brother!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks! Will do! 😊

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

It's just simply gorgeous! (in a rather complicated manner, but simply!) 😉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dave! 😊

[@margareteast9273]

That crack kept putting the frighteners on us all, with the bark coming loose as well, but in the end as you said, not just a bowl, but an Art Work, move over Picasso…

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, yeah, move over! LOL! Thank you for the smiles this morning, Margaret! 😄

[@user-ie1fd6hw8k]

It’s beautiful. It looked like a real challenge. I’m brand new with turning and learn a little with each video. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad, Edwina, thank you and have fun! 😊

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Wow, that lacy grain was worth fighting for, I think. I'm glad you don't use resin because I like seeing the wood with all its character shining through. It really is a wonderful form of artistic expression. Thank you, Phil 👏🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Gwynn! 😄

[@pippin1ful]

That was some challenge, Phil. If I was a turner, I would have split it down that crack, and fed it to my woodburner. However, you are the master, and have created a beautiful bowl. I agree about epoxy: a natural finish for me!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Ya just never know until you try, Richard! 😄

[@howardnielsen6220]

Thank You from La Pine. We enjoy your work

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Howard! 😊

[@robertrobb3159]

Thanks Phil. Very interesting. I will be sending some wood your way soon.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Robert! 😄

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil, Thank You Nate.... A little late Phil (had to go to the rib joint so now sitting, watching with a big bib on, ha)... This bowl did give you some serious concerns but with a lot of ingenuity, glue, manipulation (Phil-er-a-zation?) you were able to successfully complete another trophy piece of almost too far gone Spalted Plum at it's ragged edge of turnability..At 22:29 the bark is like a small bridge detached above the wood. YOU PULLED IT OFF & FUN TO WATCH !!! Until next time.... TM

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Don't get those sticky fingers all over your mouse, Tuffy! Yeah, this one was a tuffy, too! I was going to fill those voids under the bark but once I saw it finished, I liked that "bridge" effect, too. I'm just glad it stuck together. Thank you, buddy! 😄