WOOD, METAL and STONE - The Prize of a lifetime, Woodturning Project

[@k9insomniac783]

I hope you realize this Mike. Your talent is certainly an immense factor on the success of your channel. Your modesty, kindness, and soft spoken demeanor are also huge factors. The bowl is without question beautiful. Hold on tight mate, 20k here we come.

[@MikeHolton]

Oh mate, you made me tear up then, dam you lol 😀. I love it that so many people are watching my work but responding to 400 comments a day can get a little time consuming 😀

[@Ted_P]

Spot on, K9. Well said.

[@AlienLeader4]

Absolutely agree. 👽

[@fionanaylor6104]

Agree wholeheartedly 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tweeak7666]

Definitely knobs on!

[@dogwedl1167]

[@MikeHolton]

😀🤗

[@dlwaddell]

I appreciate that you're willing to try things on camera without testing them first. It's great to see you adjust on the fly. The journey is always as interesting than the destination.Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, where is the fun doing something I know will work after having already done it 😀, makes it more exciting if we can all find out together 😀

[@doomjob]

I'd really like this bowl. So finger's crossed.

[@MikeHolton]

Good luck 🤞

[@marybethhuson295]

The Soapstone and Brass inlay turned out absolutely beautiful! You should be very proud of yourself! You are an amazing artist, Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mary, I class myself and being very lucky 😀 All the best, Mike

[@tomweishaar2998]

It's a beautiful bowl. I would not have thought of using stone before watching this. Thank you.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tom, hope it's given you a few ideas, all the best, Mike

[@rexmorgan6445]

The use of different materials is amazing. The bowl turned out perfectly. In my opinion this the best wood turning channel that is on KZbin.

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you Rex, all I need is everyone else to find out 😀 all the best, Mike

[@lornacy]

So pretty! You have every right to be proud of that! The winner of that bowl is very fortunate 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊 I would have loved to have kept this one lol

[@NCGreen]

Congratulations Mike for reaching your goal of 10k subscribers. We all knew you were going to reach that milestone. Your work is amazing to watch. Can’t wait to see what your future projects will look like. 🎉🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Scott, you will have to wait and see 😀

[@doomjob]

Beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you

[@vinimarshall7301]

12400 subs is impressive

[@MikeHolton]

The whole word has gone mad Vini lol

[@atelier_medeine]

Meraviglioso! 🤩

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😊

[@oldncarvingJohn]

This is absolutely gorgeous. The winner is very fortunate to have such a piece of art in their home. ❤❤❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks John, I had no idea if this would work but it did and the soapstone came out way better than I could have hoped for 😀

[@aaronneumeyer5572]

What a stunning, beautiful bowl. Whoever wins will certainly be blessed to have this piece in their home to share with family and friends.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Aaron, must admit I would love to have kept this one 😀

[@ericbuchanan9213]

Hello from the states. That is an absolutely gorgeous piece you created. Stunning!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Eric 😊

[@JohnBlakeman-ip6um]

That French chalk inlaybowl would grace any table, I find your work inspirational.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much John 😀

[@elainecooksey5338]

Mike, you have done it again, a stunning piece. I love the way you have combined the wood, metal and stone, it works very well. Thank you Mike. Xx😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Elaine 😁

[@TarmanTheChampion]

Congratulations on the 10,000 subscribers! Judging by your work you'll be at 1 million in no time! Let's get you there!

[@MrPod15]

Lol, don’t cry, I have enjoyed the last fifteen months. You have been a pleasure to watch!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much my friend 😀

[@shawncrane7448]

That may be the most beautiful bowl I've seen turned on KZbin.

[@MikeHolton]

Wow thanks Shawn 😊

[@denises6821]

I really appreciate your step by step commentary. Your talent is amazing. If you take care of your home, wife and/or children the same attentive way you treat your tools & projects, they are lucky indeed! You have amazing attention to detail.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Denise, I do my best, my wife and I have 4 kids between us and we also foster 2 amazing sisters

[@chuck89l]

Never really thought I'd be into a channel about wood turning on a lathe, but between the beauty of these bowls vases and really everything you do and you're kind demeanor can't stop watching your videos. Congrats on 10,000! I hope you go far 🙏

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you! That's so nice of you to say 😊

[@nicgardner6927]

You certainly had me on the edge of my seat with this turning. And your commentary ramped up the suspense. Congratulations on a superb outcome. Someone is going to be very pleased to win this!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Nic, glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@nanak5739]

Mike, I don't know how you come up with your designs but they are just stunning...the bowl is beautiful. xxx

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Nana, this one was a huge risk, so glad it worked 😀

[@KevinvanBoven]

This looks like a wooden bowl Rituals would use in advertisements to show off their most luxurious products. Absolutely gorgeous

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Kevin 😀

[@WoodGuyNC]

I just found your channel last week, and I am beyond impressed with the talent that you have.

[@MikeHolton]

Welcome aboard! and thank you 😀

[@baconsoda]

That is wonderful. I was holding my breath a few times but you made it! Go you! Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Brendan, me too, I still have no idea how that actually worked!

[@mrsdutch1949]

I was holding my breath there for a bit, but Hooch obviously has every confidence in you as he’s always so relaxed 😂 even when he gets snowed on 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks, I have still no idea how this worked lol 😀

[@Tirani2]

That is unreasonably gorgeous. The way the wood grain just popped when you wiped it with isopropyl alcohol was jaw-dropping. The combination of the white gray chalk against that wood was even more gorgeous.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I really love the way this one came out 😀

[@Gonzocubical]

Just bought my first house with my wife. A work of art like this would be a great edition!

[@MikeHolton]

Congratulations on the new home, all the best, Mike 😀

[@shelleysnailparlour2392]

Congratulations Mike on your 10,000 subscribers! You are surprised at how fast you have reached ten thousand subscribers, but we are not. You are an amazing artist! This bowl is insanely beautiful! I would love to win this bowl to put into my new home! It would be centre stage on my coffee table for all to admire. ❤ I absolutely love how the soapstone contrasts with the brass and the chatoyance of this gorgeous wood. ❤ Totally stunning! Please keep up the fantastic art, work you do and the enjoyment you bring into this world. ❤ Thank You for sharing you creativity. 😊❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Shelley, I'm gathering that you like my work lol. I really do appreciate your words and your support, all the best and thanks. Mike 😀

[@AliceGiroux-d3i]

That's so, Georgious! I really like the stripe! I'm glad you don't ahy away from trying new things. And all the times you stop and express yourself or explain your work is fuels the interest. Good job!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Alice, this one was a real test, I was almost certain it would fly apart! 😀

[@jonathanviterise1681]

As you noted. The contrasts between the wood, soapstone, and brass are truly beautiful. Great piece, Mike. I hope to win it.

[@MikeHolton]

Good luck Jonathan, you are in with a chance 😀

[@tweeak7666]

I can't believe how beautiful this bowl turned out! I would love this bowl!

[@MikeHolton]

Me too! but I can't keep it lol 😀

[@karengilchrist9774]

This is gorgeous Mike! The soapstone looks like marble. Whoever wins this will be very lucky!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Karen, you never know, it could be you 😁

[@danamorrow5352]

Mike, that is absolutely beautiful. You are very creative and it shows through your turnings. I am sure whomever wins this will treasure it.

[@MikeHolton]

You never know Dana, it may be you 😀

[@stevebettany8778]

You can’t beat fear assisted turning. This is stunning of course bravo.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks 🤣

[@dougsmith7447]

Mike it looks great thanks for all your videos as a new woodworker a few years ago I'm now 67 you are an inspiration and I thank you for all your tips

[@MikeHolton]

You are so welcome Doug, all the best, Mike

[@theidlehandsworkshop3884]

I was on the edge of my seat the whole time... that turned out to be a stunning piece !!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I was sure it would fall apart at any time 😄

[@MalaiMagruder]

What a clever and artistic way to add an inlay to this bowl! It turned out beautifully!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I'm still amazed it actually worked 🤣

[@donnawiedeman5098]

Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for taking us along in your journey!

[@MikeHolton]

You are so welcome Donna, so glad it worked 😁

[@georgesatory7242]

Once again you have broadened my horizons. You sir are a star. Thank you.

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thanks George 😀

[@justsome-guy7596]

Mike - everything about that bowl is absolutely gorgeous - what a beautifully balanced design - but that tiny little brass highlight is the cherry on the cake for me. Well done mate!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks my friend, all the best, Mike 😀

[@BBaham]

Congratulations Mr. Mike, I'm a machinist who runs CNC/manual lathes. That's production. This is art, and master craftmanship. Good on ya mate!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so very much! 😀

[@davidbaxter5132]

Mike, the subscriber count has really hit 'lift off', which is so well deserved, Sir. In an earlier comment you are likened to Bob Ross, the artist and, I guess, pioneer of videos and that is 'spot on' ... high praise indeed and totally merited. You will be too modest to accept the praise, but worthy of it just the same. I felt the jeopardy of this bowl with you, and shared your relief; it is another idiosyncratic combination of materials and another masterpiece. Thank you.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much David, so many nice comments! I'm still a beginner to all this and have a lot to learn, just so humbled at all the support, it's kind of mind blowing! All the best, Mike

[@SusanZiegler]

Stunning! I have no experience in woodturning, but am completely mesmerized watching you work. Thank you for sharing your artistry.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Susan, and thanks so much for your support, all the best, Mike

[@SapSapient]

"Absolutely beautiful". Accurate assessment.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks 🙏

[@DV8.1]

Still making those experiments work good for you and it looks fab

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I got lucky with this one 🤣

[@bethjohnson2793]

Mike this is amazing! My heart was in my throat during most of the turning. Your talent is a joy to see. Wow something to watch and gorgeous sir!

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Beth, I was on edge the whole time, I was sure it would fly apart! 🤣

[@chrisperram6197]

Stunning. And I love how you stop throughout to explain your thought process.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Chris, glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@tracybranham8648]

The materials you chose for your 10k prize bowl is brilliant.. 😱💕

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@mashmade-airth]

What can I say Mike ! Yet another stunning beauty. Your design ideas are fantastic. That's what I lack, design ideas, and so get ideas from Christine and amazing ones from your videos

[@MikeHolton]

It just takes a bit of research, practice and an open mind. All the best, Mike

[@MightyWizardTim]

That was a great idea to add the soap stone to the bowl. Such a beautiful bowl. Always a pleasure watching you work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@fionakronert5060]

Yes, I'm working my way through your back catalogue of creations. The inlay is beautiful, the woodgrain is gorgeous, thankyou, and keep up the good work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Fiona, I wish I could have kept this one lol 😀

[@kencross25]

Wow! What a beautiful bowl. Your talent and craftsmanship are spectacular. Anyone should be proud to own and display such an outstanding bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀, all the best, Mike

[@robbosma9303]

Wow!🤯🤯❤ that gift is amazing!! Soooo gorgeous!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍 I'm happy with the way it came out 😁

[@robbosma9303]

@@MikeHolton it is quite beautiful!! Somebody is gonna be quite lucky with a one of kind Mike piece!!

[@dcmp3po]

Just a great woodworking channel with a great host… Unbelievable talent… And a perfect eye for a beauty and elegance!

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you! That is if you were talking about me 😀

[@andreaspitsch9004]

I am glad to have found this channel. I am so gonna binge the rest of your content.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Andreas, don't go too far back, quality was a bit poor lol 😆

[@cdjbkl3]

Fantastic! While the brass and stone are gorgeous, that wood is absolutely phenomenal.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much, all the best, Mike

[@spiritwynd]

Wow! Beautifully done Mike! I love the soapstone! And WOW! 13000, subscribers!! Fantastic!!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha I know, the Grass Tree Root video is 'exploding' it's amazing to see but I'm spending 2hrs a day responding to comments lol, be careful what you wish for as they say 😀

[@raydriver7300]

I do like the deep darkness of that dark wood, especially when you applied the finish, Mike and the design is stunning. My wife prefers chunky bowls and it’s her birthday on the 20th. 🌞

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, was that a subtle hint Ray 🤣

[@annepartington3298]

That is one of the most by pieces I’ve ever seen. I’d just love to hug it!❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Anne 😀

[@timsylvester9027]

An artistic mind combined with the patience of turning wood into beautiful crafts. Well done sir

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Tim, All the best, Mike

[@freekthecat]

Excellent videos. I was stunned to find you hadn't more attention. I suspect that will be changing as the quality of your videos and work are stellar and are absolutely worthy of the growth in your channel. I appreciate the well spoken and thoughtful way you explain and execute your turns. I also greatly appreciate your focus on safety, it speaks to your wisdom and experience to care for and protect yourself, with the same dedication you apply to your creations. Cheers, looking forward to the next stunningly beautiful thing you create.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much! I've only been running this channel for 15 months so it's still early days and I still have a lot to learn, all the best Mike 😁

[@donnaklingensmith8115]

I have been enjoying your work immensely. You are producing beautiful outstanding work and still remain humble

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Donna 😀 I'm no where near a great turner but I do try really hard lol 😊

[@sturob6810]

The bowl looks really nice, the two brass lines add so much to the bowl, great, clever stuff.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! 😁

[@DPerney1]

Understated and sophisticated. Just lovely.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😃

[@butthedd0233]

I wouldn't have thought soap stone would be usable. Nicely done.

[@MikeHolton]

This is all part of the fun of experimenting, I was not sure but thought it was worth a try. 😀

[@ultimabear]

It looks fantastic. I didn't know such a thing was possible.

[@Granite_Gunsmith]

I never knew you could turn stone and metal. This is really amazing work you do. True art

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much! 😀

[@PaulLeys-f3z]

Just recently started watching these videos, some fantastic thoughts behind the finished product, every one a gem. Never seen wood, stone and metal in a bowl before, wonderful.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, not sure if it have ever been tried before to be honest 🤣

[@79Firegirl]

Mike I have to praise you and your creativity. I love your “experiment’s”, especially if it all comes together as you planned🥰.. Keep it up and before you know it you are on the 20k 💪💪💪

[@MikeHolton]

Hi there 😀 thanks so much, I think I got very lucky on this one, 20k used to feel so far away but I think a year or two my get me there lol, or I'll wake up and this will all be a dream 😀

[@dcmp3po]

I am so blessed to have found your channel!

[@MikeHolton]

Welcome! thanks for stopping by 😀

[@maryjaneoneill7953]

I love the wood you chose. Very rich in color. The soap stone really sets off the beauty of the wood. You do such interesting work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Mary 😀

[@parrishej]

This bowl is absolutely gorgeous. I love the inlay.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I'm just so happy it worked 😀

[@philippaatkinson8703]

Poor hooch then proceeds to slap him 😂😂 stunning bowl! Again congratulations Mike 🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, don't worry, he enjoys it 🤣, thanks so much Philippa, all the best, Mike

[@axelkaeferstein2467]

Wow, that came out great! I was quite scared it would fall apart while turning the interior 🙈 but your braveness paid of an you made a beautiful bowl! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much! 😊 I was scared the whole time 😅

[@MillerWoodturning]

I would have never attempted the use of soap stone like that. Great work. Turned out just amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! 🙂

[@_Dolarhyde_]

Love your work, Mike, and love how relaxed I feel when watching your content. I never imagined wood turning could be so mesmerising!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! That is so nice of you to say 😀

[@eyeofsaruon3384]

Stumbled onto your channel, and I am so glad I did! Absolutly blown away at how the bowl turned out, you do fantastic work and I can see your love and passion for your craft. I can't wait for the next video!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks and welcome 😀, next bowl is done and it's a more natural form

[@blackhorse2947]

Excellent……Bravo mon Capitaine

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks my friend 😀

[@erikferland6602]

This was amazing to watch. The first time I watched it without sound because it was just enjoyable. I didn’t realize you were doing a giveaway!! It’s beautiful and I hope the winner enjoys it!!

[@MikeHolton]

You never know Erik, it could be you!

[@gluey27]

Lovely bowl the insert is gorgeous lucky subscriber who won it. And to think now there are 32000 subscribers well done Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Shirley, 32k is a lot of people, I still think I'll wake up and it will all have been a dream 😀

[@DavidBird-uu8km]

As I am a new subscriber I am going back to older videos this project very nice, great work.

[@MikeHolton]

Welcome aboard and thanks David 😀

[@dalebrittenham1823]

Beautiful bowl... Wood to soapstone contrast is perfect.... Great job Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Dale, I'm so happy with the way this one came out 😀

[@FifthDread]

I didn't think I'd love it but the final piece is quite nice. The subtle brass is very appealing.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍, Mike 😁

[@Tishers]

The soapstone and brass inlay is so beautiful. I was sitting on the edge of my chair as you were turning off the edges as I really did not want to see it fly apart and ruin your work. Nicely done!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha that made two of us 😀 thanks so much

[@beepbleepboop]

im a new subscriber, but ive loved watching your videos so far! your videos are so engaging! i cant wait to see what you come up with for 100k :D

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, 100k, it would have to be something a bit special, perhaps a solid gold inlay 😀

[@markporter4442]

Another great video, just when I think you’ve tried everything you still find new and unusual projects to present to us

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks 👍 I have lots more ideas 😀

[@brycegenevaostler9359]

Mike once again you have shonw your talent as not just a wood turner, but a trune master and artist. I am sure thst you have inspired many people to start turning or try some of your ideas. 🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thanks and I hope so in some way, I just love what I do and want to share my passion, all the best, Mike 😀

[@deehenry1983]

This is amazing, i go on vacation for a week and come back to you having over 15K subs!!!!!! Big congrats and here's to your continuing success!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha do you fancy going away for another week? 🤣 The grass tree root video has had 500k views which really helped. Many thanks Dee, your constant support has been amazing 😍

[@s_s-g4d]

it's great to know that woodturning lathes can be used for something other than actual wood (and resin) with success. it opens up a whole lot of opportunities. that seam in the middle of the stone inlay (even though it seems to have visually disappeared at the sanding/polishing stage) once again screams that it's essential to make the pieces flat (and I mean _real_ flat, like lapped, using figure eight movements, on a piece of sandpaper glued onto a sheet of glass) before gluing them together :)

[@MikeHolton]

Very good point well put 😀

[@jeffreyholland7829]

Beautiful bowl, Mike! It'll make a great birthday gift for me this month🎉 No for real, whoever wins will be lucky to have it. You're incredibly talented

[@MikeHolton]

Happy birthday! and thanks so much, all the best, Mike 😀

[@vinimarshall7301]

So glad it didnt explode i had my fingers crossed, its exquisite, another beautiful piece of art😁

[@MikeHolton]

You and me both lol, I have still no idea how it worked 😅

[@thedon4288]

I stumbled across your channel this morning. I have been watching several woodturning channels from different parts of the world for quite a while and was instantly captivated by your story telling technique and skill. I have since watch a few more of your videos and have subscribed. Thanks for being that little bit different.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! That is very kind of you to say, I just try and keep everything light hearted and fun, this is my passion and I never intend to take it or myself too seriously. All the best, Mike

[@LukeColtmangotmylathewhenireti]

Very nice contrast, surprise the soap stone turned as well as it did

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Luke, it was beautiful to turn 😀

[@dellearts]

This turned out amazing!! I love how the different shades of soap stone look together. And the brass. Such a good idea!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! The soapstone came out way better than I could have hoped for. 😃

[@williamweaver4946]

I have been watching you for some time now. I have enjoyed every video you have put out. Your success in gaining subscribers is purely because or you! Beautiful job on this bowl. Your choices on the material could not have been better. Someone is going to LOVE this piece. Here's to the next 10K+ subscribers. You'll be there faster than you think!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much William and you certainly have been with me for a very long time, I really appreciate your support, it's been a crazy ride made so much better by having people like you come along with me. All the best, Mike

[@ruthportway5198]

Unusual but exceptional bowl, well done …. again

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Ruth 😀

[@Tseringlhatso]

Gorgeous, the brass and soapstone look fantastic with the darker wood

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, this one came out so much better than I had hoped!