No Lathe? No Worries, Make a Bowl

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much for all the kind comments and interest in the Graff Carving Disc Giveaway!! I'll be choosing the winner via Random Comment Picker at 6:00PM (Eastern) on March 9, 2023. The contest winner will be announced at the end of my video publishing on March 10th. The winner must contact me via my email which provided in the video descriptions of my videos, within 1 week, or an alternate winner will be chosen. Thanks again! -Rod

[@jilldavies7094]

The disk went through that wood like a hot knife through butter. Great rustic bowl. Good to see you back again, Rod. You've been missed.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Jill, I appreciate that!

[@lenshreck6263]

Nice to see you back sir hopefully all is well with you and your loved ones

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Len! Yes, and I hope the same to you and yours

[@itatane]

Those carving disks are interesting, and certainly a decent option for places that don't have a lathe. That being said, you need to try making a bowl with a bowl adze, carpenter's hatchet and cabinet scraper sometime. A friend of mine who used to do living history demonstrations at frontier museums and the like made some gorgeous bowls with those three tools. Kinda peaceful and satisfying. Edit: KZbin has been punishing longer format content creators by shoving the short format stuff down our throats in order to compete with TikTok. We appreciate you, Mr. Humphrey. Upload whenever you want, I for one, will be sticking around.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Pete! I've actually done just that in the past. I've got a very nice adze and a great collection of high quality carving chisels. Fun and challenging for sure. I love me some power tools too though, lol!

[@bigunksworkshop786]

I really don't care for the shorts, personally. I want something substantial to sink my teeth into. I will also be sticking around and will gladly enjoy your videos.

[@franklinkeeley2327]

😉👍 Nice project Rod, CARVING DISK

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you!

[@paulwaldrop]

Glad to have you back. Semper Fi.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks, brother!

[@russellstevens8461]

Good to see you back Rod you have done a great job again. Russell

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, my friend!

[@bonnysmith4908]

Looks like a vintage dough bowl. Love it.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Bonny!

[@davidschramm363]

Great to see you again Rod. Carving discs

[@RHumphrey]

thanks, David!

[@richardcollins8130]

Glad to have you back Rod. Carving disks.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@chetnash5991]

Those carving disks sure make quick work of that log! Can they be easily cleaned? Glad to see you back! You can’t keep a good Marine down

[@normsattizahn279]

Awesome work

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you! I cleaned them up with a wire brush. The wood was a bit green so the burs filled up, but I only cleaned them once, after I was done.

[@awesomecarsforever]

Great looking bowl. And the ease of how it was made without a lathe was enjoyable to watch. Never a disappointment Rod. Glad you’re back. I’ve missed watching. See ya soon Brother!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, brother!

[@timbutler3733]

Cool project. I thought the carving disks worked well. It's kind of like sculpting. Good job.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@valeriemckay7064]

This is just the way I would have to do it, I am encouraged that I now think I could, thanks for that. Love those old bowls and am thinking I might get some smaller planters for herbs and a few flowers this way.

[@jamesrbrink9645]

Carving Disks is something I’m going to have to try. That looks really cool!

[@RHumphrey]

Pretty fun process. I'll be trying them in some other carving projects too. Thanks!

[@curlymoe6656]

By the way glad your back have missed you.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@jeffmoore78]

“carving disks” Love the videos. Beautiful work. Semper Fi

[@RHumphrey]

Much appreciated!

[@CrinosAD]

Those carving disks (no I'm not entering a competition, I live in Norway) is amazing! But your skill needs to be a factor as well!

[@RHumphrey]

I appreciate that! Lovely to hear from Norway!!!

[@icaliver]

I apologize for not noticing this channel as often as I used too. But this is an impressive craftsmanship for a non lathe bowl. Glad your back hope to see more

[@DeereGuy211]

Whether it's carving disks or a lathe your talent shines through. Good to see you back at.

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, thank you!

[@grafftools2559]

Amazing rezult and fascinating process video! Thanks :)

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! You make a great and affordable product 😊

[@alansimpson596]

Welcome back Rod. Interesting project. I made a bowl by that method a few years back and I strongly recommend that it's done outdoors as the shavings are much easier to clean up. Semper Fi

[@RHumphrey]

Hello my friend! Thanks! You're so right, I'm glad I did this one outside, lol...

[@fredcarlson5775]

Rod I've missed you it's good to have you back I haven't one of your videos for years I will still watch the ones that you post

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks for sticking with me, Fred!

[@danellabarnes-penman1118]

Carving Discs Rod, it’s good to see you, Friend! So glad you’re back. That bowl is fantastic. I’ve been trying to figure out our to make a bathroom sink out of some redwood I’ve got. You just showed me how! Thanks, Rod. Take gentle care. 🙏🏻❣️

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, my friend! Great! Glad this was helpful. I hope you post pics of that sink, I'll bet it will be a beauty 😊

[@trurex007lee7]

Thanks. I wish I had remembered watching this prior to my wife asking me to mimic an oblong bread bowl. I cut the outside shape then proceeded to follow using the same tools, BUT it got away from me a went through the side. Oh well, do and learn. Thanks for your sharing your skills and for your military service.

[@ericparramore5136]

These carving discs seem to be very effective. Thank you for the effort you put into these videos

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Eric! 😊

[@trurex007lee7]

Wow, very aggressive carving disks yet they leave a relatively smooth surface. Great job, glad to see you back.

[@RHumphrey]

the wood was a bit green which helped, but they aren't as aggressive as the carbide bur disks I have. They'll grab ahold though, lol... Thank you!

[@BillSmithem]

Those carving disks seem like a good idea. Glad to see you posting again.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

[@BuiltbyBill1]

My wife has been asking for a dough bowl, those carving disks would come in handy in making one. Good to see you back, have a good day. Bill

[@RHumphrey]

They are a great option. I've made dough bowls with mallet and chisel, and it take a lot longer, lol. Thank you and you as well!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Welcome back! Full size carving disks are too aggressive for my safety level. I now use the two inch Merlin chain disk and get great results. Takes just a little longer, but I have no fear of adding blood to the project. 😊

[@RHumphrey]

They sure can be, Valerie! This set is less aggressive that a few others I've tried, but still can be grabby. Thanks!

[@Subvet684]

Carving disks look cool, I have a hickory log that I might try that on. Good to see you back, thanks for all you do and have done.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@leighw9684]

I love to watch you carve, either by hand or with a grinder. Thanks for this. Don't expect you'll be using that carving disc on this fall's pumpkins!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Leigh! Wow, that would be messy...might have to do it!

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Hi Rod. Very cool approach to making a bowl. It is beautiful. Glad to see you back at it. 😊 carving disks 😊

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@rayworstine4399]

Good afternoon, Rod. It's good to be a part of your day again. No lathe, no problem. Love it. You made a really cool bowl without a lathe. I did check out the "carving disks" and they are very reasonably priced. Definitely something I plan on trying soon. Thanks for the video lesson. God bless

[@RHumphrey]

Great to have you here my friend! Thanks for sticking with me!

[@rayworstine4399]

@@RHumphrey Semper Fidelis

[@williamellis8993]

Really nice, Rod. When I first saw the title, I was thinking you were going to spin the blank on a table saw and raise the blade in increments. Then I thought you were going to plane that split face flat. Instead, you used those carving disks to create something completely different. It's great to see you again. Other creators have been having problems with the KZbin algorithms too. Bill

[@RHumphrey]

I've seen that done... No interest, lol. I'm glad you enjoyed it, Bill. Yep, YT is providing unnecessary issues to certain folks.

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Thank you for an amazing and awesome bowl. It just shows us that you can make a bowl without your machine

[@douglassiemens4245]

Carving discs are wonderful to use. I've shaped several different things that are quite useful and rather rustic.

[@thomasbougher9902]

Cool Carving Disks!

[@jeanlong4285]

It looks like the dough bowl my great grand mother kept in a drawer with flour in it for making biscuits. Brings back memories. The "craving disc" did a great job hogging the wood out, but it still takes an artist to create a beautiful bowl like that. Thanks Rod.

[@millsinaz4220]

Jean, the comment picker will not match "craving disks". Needs to be carving disks.

[@jeanlong4285]

Carving disks

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks for sharing, Jean, and for your kind words!

[@edjones4379]

Glad to see you back! Never really thought about using carving disks...

[@shawnmcdaniel3525]

Glad to see you're back. I've been looking to get into power carving recently, and these carving disks would come in handy!

[@kenbeattie1958]

Those carving disks look like a lot of fun to use. I can imagine doing complex and asymmetrical forms with them.

[@akknight1971]

Absolutely fantastic job with those carving discs. I don't have a large up here in Alaska but you have definitely given me an idea for a new hobby. Won't completely replace shooting but a bit less expensive in today's society. Welcome back and thank you for yet another fantastic video. Tim

[@akknight1971]

Sorry, I don't have a lathe up here in Alaska...

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Tim! Yes on both accounts... shooting is very expensive in the lower 48 too. Lots of potential in these disks!

[@darlouthia5153]

So happy to see a new video from you ❤ thanks for the heads up and May you have peace in making the best choices for your life. 😊

[@RHumphrey]

Darlou, you have no idea how much I appreciate that!! Thank you!

[@darlouthia5153]

@@RHumphrey God Bless You 🙏

[@craiggrant2538]

Neat bowl Rod. Those carving disks sure make for quick removal of stock. Thanks for the video.

[@RHumphrey]

You're welcome, and thank you, Craig!

[@upperpeninsulabeautiful]

I'm loving your channel...found it by one of my subscribers who must also love wood. I'm hooked!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you so much!! Welcome! I love the U.P. by the way. I grew up in the northern mitten, south of the bridge, but travelled up there often for camping and adventures. It's a whole different place, full of so much beauty!

[@hassanal-mosawi4235]

Thanks for sharing that!

[@RHumphrey]

You're welcome, Hassan, and thank you!

[@tammybledsoe3718]

I did a couple small dough bowls a few years ago. The carving disc I used was smaller and slower. these do great. Very nice bowl.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks, Tammy!

[@paulscheibler5397]

Nice use of the carving disks. I've been wanting to make a bread bowl for quite some time. Your video has peaked the interest again. Thanks, and Semper Fidelis brother. 'Rah.

[@RHumphrey]

Glad it was helpful! Semper Fi, brother!

[@johnspencer1146]

An intriguing video Rod, loved it. Good to see you back too, thanks for sharing.

[@RHumphrey]

Much appreciated, John!

[@markluke8447]

Nice work, this power carving is new to me. Thank you for sharing.

[@jerrystott7780]

Those carving disks look like a great way to save time. Have a great day.

[@RHumphrey]

They are, and a fun way to spend time too! 😊

[@swedesiverson8011]

A friend wants me to make her a dough bowl. These carving discs would be the perfect solution. . Another great looking bowl Rod

[@RHumphrey]

Nice! Have fun with that and send me a pic! Thank you

[@jeffharvey8283]

I like that you didn't do too much after using the carving disks. I love that look of it that way.

[@RHumphrey]

I do like some tool marks and divots now and then. Lots of character. Thank you!

[@nurmaybooba]

This was so interesting. Those discs are amazing .....so are you and Edgar.

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, thank you!

[@melvinrollins3400]

Great to see you back sir ! I have missed your videos I have contemplating the carving disks for some time thank you for sharing .

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Melvin! These are a great and less expensive option.

[@bobglynn85]

Those carving disks are amazing! Great job.

[@lcmmassa8571]

Greatings Rod. Great to catch up with you. Nice bowl!! I have a set of disks already, you make it look like childs play. Cheers! & Blessings! Lana

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Lana, same to you! 😊

[@TetraCNC]

good to see you back. carving disks - never thought about using those to make a bowl

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you! Food for thought!

[@wolverine1694]

I like it... that's the kind of things I make... thanks for sharing and God bless

[@nathankveene]

Those carving disks look like a lot of fun! I’ve the perfect idea to use them on!

[@RHumphrey]

send me a pic!

[@nathankveene]

Where should I send the picture?

[@RHumphrey]

@@nathankveene [e-mail] I enjoy seeing what others are making 😊

[@CumberlandRiverCreations]

Amazing talent Top, there's really a lot can be done with "carving disk" sure missed your videos glad you're back

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Gordon! You're so right, huge potential!

[@theangrywoodturner9972]

Carving disks hey rod it was nice to have had a few nice days here in Indiana so you could get outside and make a mess and not make a disaster in your shop. I was able to get some things done with the garage door open it was nice. Great work as always. Keep on keeping on !!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! Yes, it was nice... hit and miss lately, as is the norm in our neck of the woods! I have something for you next time I see you.

[@theangrywoodturner9972]

@@RHumphrey that's great just let me know when I'm usually available 😀

[@davidmahoy4478]

Hi Rod, good to see you back, this carving technique is very interesting.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, David!

[@saulpenilla778]

love the use of the carving discs. great job

[@jonsayre9404]

Looks like you had fun with those carving disks. Very nice rustic bowl.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks 👍

[@marythro]

Loved how well the carving disks worked.

[@xyz9250]

I started carving with angle grinder a few moths ago, generally using a planner disk followed with flap disks before standing. Looks like those carving disks you used are much safer to use and give smoother surface and I would love to have a set.

[@bgpappy30]

Those carving disks work well. I want to try carving this way for sure. I’m working on chainsaw carvings as well. Thank you for sharing.

[@RHumphrey]

I'm doing more chainsaw carving too, videos coming soon! Thanks!

[@daveb.misc.2589]

Nicely done! Those carving disks do a super job! 😎❤👍

[@ellengraham4677]

Nice to hear your voice I have been missing you're videos.😘😘

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, Ellen, thank you so much!

[@GolDollar]

This is very interesting, Rob. I have a grinder that someone gave me several years ago that I hardly ever use for anything. A set of these carving discs may be just what I need. I can think of several ways they might be used along with the lathe for a variety of projects. Thanks for another great video. May God bless you and yours!

[@RHumphrey]

lots of potential for sure! thank you!

[@kevinmeng9568]

Thanks for the carving disks video! Hopefully everything gets squared away and we can see videos on the regular again!

[@RHumphrey]

I hope so too! Thank you!

[@judestewart3955]

Good to see you back.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@unclemoe5733]

Welcome back! Them carving discs are aggressive and slick. That bowl looks like it would make for a great Planter. Say for on a porch. Also need to tell you, when ripping a log in half. Better to cut with the grain than down thru it. You will find it to be much more chain saw friendly. Instead of throwing dust, you will throw shreds and get thru it much faster. A lot easier on the chain, bar, and you, you will notice!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! You're right about that. The problem is that the battery powered chainsaw I was using clogs too easy and often with the shreds. If I was using a gas powered I'd have gone that route. Good info to share though, thanks, my friend!

[@ericfountain4656]

Those carving disks are pretty cool. It looks like they can chew through wood very easily. It reminds me of back when I used to grind boat hulls, without having to deal with fiberglass dust lol

[@RHumphrey]

Sounds like a dirty enough job for Mike Rowe, lol!

[@jnol9009]

Great looking bowl! Like the rustic look. Well done and take care.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks, you too!

[@johnfogg7858]

I missed you and I enjoy your content. I hope that YT is not screwing you over.... but I suspect that they are. Yours is among the very best maker content that I've seen!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, John, I really appreciate that!

[@jimcase5841]

Super cool with the carving discs. Gives me some great ideas.

[@oldcharlie5533]

Not bad for your first one...I will have to give that a try.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks! It's pretty fun

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Great work Rod and from the mess on the floor I understand why you did this outdoors. Take care my friend and I'll be here whenever you post a video. Cheers, Huw

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, my friend, I appreciate that!

[@duaneheadworth6275]

carving disks Nice Job, I have been interested in trying some of those. Thanks for sharing!

[@T_B]

Carving disks are great!! I've seen live edge cleaning videos using them.

[@rickharem5788]

I learned something new today. Carving discs look interesting. I have seen the ones that have chainsaw looking teeth. I have yet to try one.

[@jasonmontgomery8180]

Nice Bowl! Those carving disks look like they work good.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks, Jason!

[@g.harrismcgraw8325]

Those carving disks would be really handy for cleaning up blanks so they would spin on my 12" lathe. nice video. thanks for sharing.

[@RHumphrey]

good idea! Thanks, and you're very welcome!

[@peterjakopec4753]

It looks that they do a good job! Of course you know how to use them.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

[@peterjakopec4753]

@@RHumphrey I learned a lot of techniques from your wideos!

[@davidmiles9342]

Impressive carving disk. Even better in capable hands.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you!

[@janeoverby2151]

Missed your woodworking Rod, just whenever you want to post I know I will watch. God Bless, and give sweet Edger a scratch for me. He is such a beautiful boy.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much, Jane, I appreciate that! Edgar appreciates that loo!!

[@glencrandall7051]

I would love to have those carving disks. You say they are inexpensive. Of course if I do get them I will have to buy an angle grinder. That will drive the cost up a bit. 😄Excellent demo Rod. I like the rustic works. Makes us remember how things were done in the past. Even though in the past it was mostly hatchets and knives. I don't care much for the speeded up video though. Makes the process look a bit frantic. Your presence has been missed. Good to see you again. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@RHumphrey]

Hello Glen, I appreciate that. I've done similar bowls with a mallet and chisel... but I do enjoy my power tools, lol. I know you aren't a fan of the sped-up videos and I apologize, but it'll continue to be my format due to extreme video lengths otherwise. I've experimented with formats in the past and a mix seems to be what the majority of my viewers like. I very much appreciate your feedback though, it has value, my friend.

[@KE4YAL]

That’s really nice my grandma had a big wooden bowl I think it was yellow popular it’s been a long time back in the early 50’s but her dad made it for her when she got married she called it her biscuit bowl she mixed ingredients in it It was smooth maybe from so much use but it was pretty large like 12x18x4 all he had was just very basic hand tool I think she said he smoothed it with a piece of broken glass Great video glad to see you back

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you for sharing that! Using a broken piece of glass is an interesting idea, a great scraper no doubt.

[@mjkane217]

Great job Rod. I love the graffiti carving disc. I want to make a long bread dish… these would help a lot. Thanks for all you do… all you’ve done for us.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Martin, I appreciate that very much.

[@bigunksworkshop786]

Also, glad to see a new video, had begun to wonder if all was well with you. Glod bless you and thank you for your service.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks, Big Unk! All is well, just disgruntled with YT.

[@bigunksworkshop786]

@@RHumphrey fair enough, been hearing that quite a lot recently. Wish you all the best, praying for you and yours. God bless you, sir.

[@timfry4379]

I have been looking at carving disks lately but most seem to be such a small diameter. Thanks for showing this one

[@RHumphrey]

You're welcome, Tim, and thank you!

[@mariagaddis5134]

Beautiful bowl Rod I made my mother a cedar bowl with my dremel tool and carving bits and a couple of files, it looked similar to this one but a little smaller! You can make anything if you set your mind to finding a way to get it done!

[@thomassellers7613]

Carving disks… I would like to try a set of those, I know someone who’d love to have a rustic dough bowl like that! Enjoy your videos, good job, thanks for sharing… keep ‘‘em coming!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much!

[@CiCis_Mom]

Very good to see you working something again. Missed your voice and good cheer. As others said below, this does look like a good rustic bead dough bowl. If MY cat got close to it, it would become her napping bowl 😉 A bowl for a cat loaf for both definitions of the word!

[@cortlandhunt4721]

Those carving disk would come in handy on a few of the projects I do. They look like they work rather well. 👍🇺🇸

[@RHumphrey]

They really do work well! Better than I expected.

[@philbitter2422]

I have always enjoyed your videos. Thanks for your service to our great country. CARVING DISCS

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@harrykeel8557]

I missed this video, but then again I have been preoccupied with other things. Great looking bowl!