The Delicate Snowflake

[@maribelsky4]

This is my bowl and I received it yesterday, February 5, 2022. It takes my breath away each time I look at it. I can't say enough how much I appreciate Ken's skill, inventiveness, and creativeness. Thank you Ken, for making a memory for me. Mari

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you once again Mari. I appreciate your trusting in me to make something special.

[@MATHEWSMAN1969]

its an amazing piece for sure

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

Hey Ken how you doing buddy. in the end it all worked out. Great to watch as always you do such fantastic work my friend. And you touched a special place in my heart when you said you were going to clean up the shop. Right up my alley 🤪🤪 thank you my friend can't wait to see that beautiful clean shop take care buddy from Doug.

[@MoonpieCreations]

It's been a month plus and still working. Lol just sold my xCarve to make more room. Putting in dust collection ducts for the machines. Soooooooooo dirty

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

That's great to hear Ken. I know what you mean I've got a couple of tools that were given to me that I don't use very much. At all so I'm getting ready to unload them. Hope you're doing okay. did you ever get that project made that you wanted the rest of the aluminum for I was just curious. And I bet that shop's going to look awesome when you get cleaned up and done can't wait to see it my friend from Doug

[@sueplummer6669]

That is one of the coolest things I've seen.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Sue

[@margaretcassidy7830]

You did fantastic job. It is very very beautiful. I 💘 it. The way you did it is very nice.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@rikkiheinis387]

This is stunning! Even my 5 yr old daughter, who is not easily impressed, gasped at the end result. Just gorgeous!

[@MoonpieCreations]

I like to hear that 💓

[@kimberleelybarger2096]

Wow Ken that bowl is beautiful. Thanks for sharing all the entire process. I absolutely love the segmented bowls.

[@MoonpieCreations]

I've got a basic segmented bowl coming up soon.

[@joallawestervelt6918]

I applaud your tenacity Sir. This project is STUNNING. I hope you are able to get your shop into shape quickly and are able to enjoy a a much needed break. Take care and stay safe. Till we see you again, Blessed Be. ❤😊❤🇺🇸

[@MoonpieCreations]

A month in and still working on cleaning lol. Rearranging and installing dust collection at my machines.

[@deetanner7153]

Whoever's to get this bowl is a very lucky person....it's stunning 💕💕

[@MoonpieCreations]

She loved it. Thanks

[@MAXWOODTURNING]

Nice result ! My kid love your sounds effect 🤣

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks! 😃 I'm have fun with them.

[@saboomitz]

This turning turned out stunning. I love the color of the wood against the color of the resin. Your perseverance paid off. Thank you for showing us your whole process and not just the final project. It makes us appreciate it all the more. God bless.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@CFGossettAbbasHealingArts]

Cool Beans Ken!! You've done amazing work once again.Sure, there are screw ups from time to time but in the end, we learn from the problems. Keep on keeping on being awesome!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you

[@frankierzucekjr]

I was wondering where you were. It looks sooo cool bud. I really love the Brazilian wood. I've built some decks with it and boy is that stuff hard. You can't even shoot a framing nail through it. But it's gorgeous when it's finished. Great work as always bud, you have the patience of a Saint lol. I think a battery powered tealight blacklight would look really cool inside and make the snow flakes glow. But just put it in for show. Well done as always buddy.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Frankie, it is also known as Ironwood in some circles. Soooooo hard. The customer talked about a light inside. I really hope she likes it.

[@frankierzucekjr]

@@MoonpieCreations I know she will, it's really cool. And yea I can see it being called ironwood lol. It is fun to work with.

[@DS-ky9dl]

This is so beautiful. Love the aqua blue color and the sound effects are a nice addition. The grain of the cherry is super.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@RayWhitbyCreations]

Great perseverance Ken. The glow in the dark really sets it off!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Ray.

[@TheNonoca]

A hell of a lot of work but so worth it in the end, stunning piece, congratulations!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@carriemyre5809]

Great piece Ken!! Very cool

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you kindly

[@trurex007lee7]

Excellent finished bowl. Glad it was a commissioned piece. I’m sure you will be able to resurrect the other bowls. Thank you for all your efforts, they are appreciated.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you. I have finished one of the bowls. Working on the other snowflake one.

[@latherookie]

Love this bowl, came out amazing. You are such an artist.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Wow, thank you Kevin. Means a lot coming from you.

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Yea!!! Worth sticking with it, backing up, charging ahead again, trying new, trying old, and get some really great final results! 😀😃😀👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻!! Whew!

[@MoonpieCreations]

I had to pull out every trick in the book on this one lol

[@staceysarian7444]

Beautiful

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Stacey

[@Darbster]

Sorry this bowl was such a pain, the end result is just stunning!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you

[@BuiltbyBill1]

That is one nice looking bowl, Ken. I guess the third time really is the charm. Have a good day! Bill

[@MoonpieCreations]

Unfortunately that old adage was true this time. lol

[@jannaalley6127]

When you said, in a darkened room, "It's done", I smiled broadly and it remained through the good music for the presentation of your masterpiece! And...I love your sound effects. Since you see the finished bowl in your mind, you can keep going, even though roadblocks. Maybe there's a lesson there, somehow, for something else in your life.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Glad you enjoyed it! Actually the bowl in my mind was completely different, until I had to start over. Sometimes things change so quick in there it's hard to keep up lol

[@paulinebradford4823]

It may have been a pain in your tail, Ken, but the end result was soooo worth the agro! It's just lovely, and I hope your customer appreciates it and all of your efforts that went into the making of it!

[@MoonpieCreations]

She really did. Thanks

[@scotttague2729]

That is awesome piece Ken 👍👍👍👍

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Scott. I really appreciate it.

[@kelvincolemanAnimal]

I was just saying to Doug at the polar barn I love the fact you both show your problems on your videos it really helps us beginners to overcome them. I think the piece looks fantastic Ken. I am looking forward to seeing your workshop when your finished sorting it out and giving it a clean. You should be proud of yourself for carrying on I think I would have given up. Take care and keep up with your excellent work 👍👍👍😊😊😊♥️

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Kevin

[@maribelsky4]

YES!!!!!! I will love it. THANK YOU. I will have my husband watch this on 55" TV. With all the effort you put into it, I applaud you. You da best! 👍

[@MoonpieCreations]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@TotalBoat]

Whoa!!! This is absolutely gorgeous. Love the design and effect!! Nicely done!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks. That UV resin worked great.

[@richardschaffling9882]

Looks gorgeous and you do great turnings

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you very much!

[@ShannonG2016]

I'm glad you stuck with it! I love the shade of blue and the glow resin. It's stunning in the light and dark!! Well done Ken. ❤️

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Shannon

[@tyeddyedfriedgranny468]

I personally think a messy shop is a sign of a great artist! Which you are fer sure 🥰aaand it also lets us know you're human and we don't feel so bad about ours being messy lol. I love your projects and hope you keep em coming , even if its just once a week or even month. Stay Groovy my talented friend. ✌~N~💖

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks. The clutter in the shop started tweaking me. lol I don't even like being down there it's so messy. So I am about half way through clean up.

[@Ourquest4adventure]

That is truly a beautiful piece! Great job as always! Keep the videos coming. God bless 💗

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! Will do!

[@williamellis8993]

I thought it was your best to date even before I read your comment below the video, Ken. I really like the new sound effects, too. I just missed the pouring music though. Bill

[@MoonpieCreations]

Haha well thanks Bill. Maybe the next video will have the Sexy Time music

[@phillamoureux2913]

Hi Ken, it's great that you show the good stuff as well as the not-so-good. Keeps it real. The end result is beautiful. Thank you.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks 👍

[@raeannemery258]

I think this turned out absolutely beautiful! I'll bet your client loved it!!!

[@MoonpieCreations]

She gets it tomorrow. Finders crossed.

[@dottyharbison7156]

WOW! This is beautiful! Never say it was a mistake. Just a learning experience. Have you ever thought of saving your turning scraps and setting them in resin?

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Dotty. I have done a few views on just that. I recycle about 85% of my resin shavings and 95% of my wood shavings.

[@haskelloness379]

Awesome craftsmanship thanks 😊

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks for watching!

[@saragranje5150]

Hermoso y delicado!!!!! Un detalle maravilloso el de los copos ❄!!!!!!!!!

[@mikeyoung8126]

Definitely a challenging piece Ken but it turned out outstanding and very beautiful take care and God bless

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Mike. In the end the only thing that matters is that the customer is happy.

[@redheadhippiewoodturning4694]

Wonderful job! Thank you for sharing the journey it took to complete this difficult project. We all have these frustrations. I look forward to seeing you again so get that shop cleaned soon! 🤟🙏

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Love the glow one the dark snowflake honey pot. It turned out really beautiful. Sorry it was so frustrating for you and took so many redirects before you found the one that worked for you. I'm sure the other pots/bowls will finish out to something functional even if they are not what you were originally looking for. Keep the faith and when you're frustrated, walk away and take a break. Frustrations are not worth having an accident because you are distracted. Peace, love, and harmony sent out for you and your shop time, my friend. This time is meant to be enjoyable.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks for those uplifting words Thomas.

[@lisaapps6890]

You may not have enjoyed the making of this bowl, but your perseverance paid off! Superb result 👌🏻

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Lisa

[@charitybrown4274]

Great Work as Always Mr. Ken!! That’s Absolutely Beautiful!!👍

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you kindly

[@bumk6571]

Something about your work is always so mesmerizing. I hope your hand isn't too badly damaged.

[@MoonpieCreations]

It was just a slap and a reminder to be safe.

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Wow! That was a lot of work to come out with a finished product. I’m glad you stuck with it. Thanks for sharing.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks for watching!

[@mobucks555]

looks awesome

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks

[@davedavem]

It's an amazing piece! I can understand you just being happy to have it behind you with it causing you so many problems, but hopefully you'll look back and see it looks really cool!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@mysticalli7741]

Despite...or maybe because of all the mishaps this turned out out to be a unique and beautiful piece that I'm sure will end up where it can be viewed often and continue to wow in the dark and the light!!! I know you are frustrated, however, please know that by showing us a project that went through a number of do-overs but with perseverance was ultimately successful you teach us some valuable lessons. 1) If one technique doesn't work, try another. 2) Be patient with yourself. 3) Maintain your quality. This is such an interesting and unique piece. I was hopeful you had it for sale on your website.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you. I appreciate the kind words. I am hoping the customer is happy with it.

[@petomine1565]

I love how you just keep "sifting through the ashes" until you find the treasure it was destined to be! I never took you for Butthole Surfer fan, I love them, because they were different, didn't fit into any mold! I think Electriclarryland may have been one of my favorites of their albums, wow can you believe that is like 26 years ago... making me feel older than I am now, thanks Ken! lol

[@MoonpieCreations]

I have a wide appreciation of music. 26 years? Holy crap I'm old. lol

[@karengilchrist9774]

That is beautiful! Can't wait to see you back and your shop all tidied. You'll have to show us when it's all done.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Will do! But it may be a while. lol I just installed the ducting for the dust collector to the new CNC. Now on to the one for the planer, table saw, drum sander and bandsaw.

[@TheMessyStudio]

The final result was worth it, Ken! Very nice!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Billy

[@lyndacarter5090]

This was gorgeous. It would even make a wonderful urn for a snow lover, if you don’t mind my saying. It’d be nice to see how the others turned out; often what we deem ‘not good enuf’ can be beautiful in someone else’s eyes.

[@lissanne9769]

What an incredible Masterpiece. All of the time and effort you put into making this amazing jar was worth it. Thank you for showing the process including the failures. It's all part of making what became the Masterpieces gorgeousness. WOW...Incredible

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks so much 😊

[@andrewgward7]

I'm speechless🤯🤯🤯!!! This was an amazing project, it turned out awesome! Hope you get your shop cleaned soon so you can make more videos, this bowl is now my favorite one you've made! Keep it up!!!!!!!😎😎😎

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Andrew. Sad part is, I'm still not pleased with it. 😥 I think it's because of the other three failures. I will try to finish two of them. The third one was destroyed in the great barrel fire of yesterday. 😂

[@andrewgward7]

@@MoonpieCreations I still can't wait to see what you do with the other two! I'm sure you can make something great out of them! Keep up the great work 😁.

[@kalynrobison6192]

Beautifully stunning.😯 But I'm loving all the new sound effects. I actually laugh out loud.🤣

[@MoonpieCreations]

Glad you enjoyed it😀

[@leliaguinn5307]

Beautiful. I am glad that you showed all the trouble that you had to endure to make this beautiful piece of art.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@vickirothe3761]

Delighted that persevered because the final piece is outstanding. Who knows? You might be able to use layers, bit, pieces of the earlier attempts in future projects. Well done! 👏👏👏

[@MoonpieCreations]

Great idea!

[@glennprovenzano1837]

Ken!! You've done amazing work once again.gorgeous

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mdaley3102]

Wow that was a lot of work but I think it came out great. I know your client will be very pleased.

[@MoonpieCreations]

I hope so! Thanks

[@vasilii6417]

Despite everything going wrong, it's always a pleasure to watch you work. It's always fascinating to see how your ideas become reality.. You have an inventive mind that really comes up with some unique stuff. Always a pleasure!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you. It seems lately my brain is refusing to give me ideas. lol

[@bigraymie]

You might've dredged through the crap Ken but you got there in the end mate and what a finale' it was... Nice job bud.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you

[@lyndacarter5090]

Turned out gorgeous. Please don’t take this wrong, but it would have made an amazing urn for someone who was a snow lover. It’d be nice for you to show us how the others turned out; trouble with being a perfectionist is what doesn’t meet one’s own standards is still a perfectly good effort in other’s eyes.

[@bgpappy30]

Hell yeah Ken, it gave you some problems and you’re not happy with it but it looks amazing! Well worth it. Thank you for sharing. I live the end music and all the extras you put in like the drill and screws on your face plate. Lol. Thank you again Ken.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Patrick. My favorite sound effect was the drip sound for the inks.

[@lisacrane4866]

Thank you for showing it doesn’t always come out perfect the first time. I really enjoy watching your videos!

[@MoonpieCreations]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@stevewhite8161]

Ken, that is simply awesome. Glad to see you doing some segmented work. One day I'll attempt one of these but in the meantime, I'll simply continue to enjoy your projects.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Steve. I find segmented turning easier. and the look......😍

[@catgynt9148]

Thanks Ken. I appreciate your attention to details and compulsive need to make everything perfect. At some point when you are totally uninspired, perhaps you can finish the the failures and compare results. You never know what may be lurking beneath the rugged surface. Wishing you and your family a blessed week. Cheers

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you. It is something I am planning on doing. I love when I get to take something that is ugly and make it pretty.

[@miladyblue5077]

Why is it, the projects that give you the most trouble come out incredibly beautiful? It is as if the wood, resin, and other components have decided that they want you to make buckets of blood, sweat and tears for a great result. I do hope you decide to keep turning when you get everything cleaned and organized. Maybe you just need a break from the materials giving you a blizzard of $h!t. Your skill and creative ideas for your projects are a joy to watch. Please don't give up.

[@MoonpieCreations]

I hope my desire to turn increases too. I think the issue is that I am turning so many orders that it is becoming work. So less appealing. I have been turning back orders lately, hence the no orders comment. I think everything will be okay though.

[@markfishburn8284]

Very amazingly done. I like the contrast between the wood and the resin. Thank you for sharing your video.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Mark.

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Wow it is stunningly beautiful magnificent and spectacular. Wow wow wow wow!!!!!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@martharoberts8533]

Simply amazing, you always surprise me,can't wait for next one ❤❤❤ your work...

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@wethreetums]

Great job. Very wrist is. I love how you strive for perfection. Thank you for sharing your talents.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jennifermcguire5557]

That’s a very beautiful piece. Love the way it glows!!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Jennifer

[@janeoverby2151]

That is lovely Ken! And the sound effects cracked me up!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@christinadavis1223]

Ken your work is awesome!! I would love to buy a memory!! And thank you for your service.love your creativity and imagination

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Christina.

[@tonylyons5487]

This project is really cool love seeing what you come up with next till then stay safe

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks, you too.

[@nickenyfiken321]

I don’t usually leave comments but I just wanted to come on here and say I think you did a really good job. I appreciate the work you put into these pieces and also your videos

[@MoonpieCreations]

I really appreciate that! Thank you

[@jeanlong5965]

Hey Ken, it turned out beautiful. I understand it was a pain in the a**. Thanks for sharing.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Jean

[@leighw9684]

It was obviously a complete PITA and you persevered FAR past where I would have, but it is spectacular. Just gorgeous. Maybe the best piece you've shown on the channel.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Leigh W. I appreciate the kind words.

[@DigiDonkey]

I’m not much of a commentator, but felt like I had to say how much I enjoy your content and love your work after seeing this one.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Well thank you. I always appreciate hearing from people who watch me pieces.

[@skiddytwin4759]

One of my absolute favorites. Beautiful 🤩

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! 😊

[@MarklTucson]

That is awesome! But, man, you did every intricate, heavy time consuming element of woodturning and did them all on one project. Kudos to you for your effort and patience. It really does look great.

[@MoonpieCreations]

I was glad the last thing worked. I was running out of ideas. lol

[@jimwroblewski6592]

Great Job! From one wood turner to another I applaud you by showing your mistakes/ fails/ and or different direction as you go about making your projects. We all know not all of the pieces come out as gems! Merry Christmas!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you very much!

[@davidward3837]

Outstanding piece of art. My wife loves it too.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks David.

[@kerstin4516]

I'm sorry you lost the beautiful and certainly also expensive piece of walnut. But in the end, thanks to your incredible patience, we could Admiral an awesome receptacle. I only had made a higher lid for better proportions. Thanks for sharing!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Kerstin. No need to fret. I'm going to finish the messed up walnut one.

[@lizcox2398]

Oh wow how absolutely gorgeous. Your very talented.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks so much 😊

[@DesertBumWoodWorkn]

Another amazing turning, even though you had issues with the others, you do very good projects

[@MoonpieCreations]

I appreciate that.

[@oldmanwoodcraft]

It came out very nice , maybe not what you wanted but it is nice shape , nice color , at the end it is an amazing project.Cheers Ahron

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Ahron

[@maddieadams75]

It’s beautiful piece of art. Just think how much you’ve learned what and what not to do. ♥️

[@MoonpieCreations]

Absolutely!! Thanks Maddie

[@marklengal9990]

Turned out awesome. The wood and resin combo worked great

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@steveschulkin8335]

Hey Ken all I can say is even though you had a few hiccups on the other ones the overall outcome of the one that was finished is stunning I love the colors keep it up man and stay safe and healthy

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Steve.

[@ConnieConnie824]

It may have been the biggest pain to make, but it is absolutely stunning 😍

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! 😊 Connie

[@lindabrown2211]

Very nice even the one you said never mind you are doing it over. Good ideas and ones that don't go your way still may be salvaged in a new project .

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you Linda

[@TwoDudesandaSasquatch]

Looked like that took some determination but it was worth it! That looks amazing!

[@MoonpieCreations]

Yes! Thank you!

[@akknight1971]

That is absolutely amazing. As we are getting inches of snow here where I live in Alaska, that's helps to remind me of the beauty.

[@MoonpieCreations]

That is awesome! Thank you for the kind words

[@janine1922]

Thanks for showing is the failures too! It’s makes me feel like less of a knuckle-head.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Haha, everyone has failures. It's how you deal with them that defines you.

[@alisonh890]

This was a labour of love/hate but the end result is amazing. I’m so pleased you didn’t give up on this, very very impressive.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@jackthompson5092]

It is still one beautiful lidded bowl.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Jack

[@britiabradshaw3878]

Beautiful! The shape makes think of Pooh's honey pot.

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rebeccamoerno8356]

It is absolutely beautiful 😍

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thank you. I was pretty happy with this one.

[@mikebass823]

Who said snow flacks couldn't last for ever. It's a beauty. Like you said if at first you don't win try again, and you were secsecfull . 👍👍👍👍😎

[@MoonpieCreations]

Thanks Mike.