Cherry Crotch Bowl - Wood Turning

[@FrednDeeDee]

Back in the 50s and 60s the local lumber mill provided the entire town of Hedgesville, WV with black cherry slab wood for their cast iron kitchen stoves and "Heatalators" for their living rooms. On cold mornings the entire small town smelled heavenly of cherry wood smoke. I'd give anything to be back in Hedgesville in the 1950s again. $50 a week was a decent wage back then to take care of the needs of an entire family and household. Slab wood and coal oil were very available and affordable. This 3-winged bowl you turned is beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I have read something VERY similar in a comment before, Freddie. Maybe one of your neighbors wrote it but it was close to word for word. Interesting in any event, thanks! 😊

[@FrednDeeDee]

Now that I think about it, I did mention it in a previous comment about cherry wood smoke. I bet I never mentioned the time my best friend and I as young teenagers hid in the woodshed out back and got drunk drinking Tiger Rose and Cherry Kijafa. My Pop used the razor strap on me for that stunt. I stayed away from booze ever since. The two of us helped Mr. Esterbennett paint his house (shack really) and got him to pay us in booze back in 1963.

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Winged bowl...live edge bowl...work of art...all of the above...beautiful.....I am enjoying all of your videos...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad, Loraine, thank you for spending time with me! 😊

[@MichaelSharpBLACKDRUMMIKE]

Going back to reminiscence with the old vids. This one was awesome!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for sticking with me, Michael! 😊

[@michaelburns9172]

I am watching all your videos as they come up. Another great peace. 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you very much, Michael! 😊

[@BobbyGriffett]

Looks like a star fish l love it

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stewartmills8595]

You are braver than I am. Handling the steel wool would be difficult while the lathe is running. Another work of art.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I don't use steel wool anymore, Stewart. Too messy! Now I use 3M abrasive pads, much more controllable and pleasant. 😄

[@elfox3537]

That is a lovely bowl. Thank you for sharing. 🙂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, thank you! 😊

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

Very cool shape. The wood and bark look beautiful. Love it!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@katm6]

What a beautiful piece of art.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Kinda like a butterfly! 😃

[@hubertbent3437]

Beautiful work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Hubert! 😊

[@joycemiller6188]

it is a wonderfully warm little bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Joyce! 😊

[@richardt8508]

Another really lovely piece - I'm spending a lot of time watching your channel and learning a lot.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wonderful! Thank you for spending time with me, Richard! 😊

[@geraldsimon3268]

Cherry bark is so pretty 😍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@martincotterill2132]

Whatever you call it Phil it’s gorgeous :-) who would’ve known it would turn out like that wow!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Not me, Martin! 😀

[@martincotterill2132]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop i’m so happy about that, I thought somebody had been stealing your content which would not be good. Sorry if I scared you :-)

[@Henry-n7n8]

I am in awe of your skill,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are too kind, Jack, thank you! 😊

[@jackskelton6773]

Beautiful again!!!!👍👍👍👍🎉👏🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jack! Phil

[@proskipper1]

Love the shape and form - bit different!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@nix8960]

Perfect job Phil, thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@harveygoodman8078]

I truly enjoy your work!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Happy to hear that, Harvey, thank you so much! 😊

[@barbodonnell6826]

Another great piece!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Barb! 😊

[@chucksandberg1]

Once again very nice. You make it look so easy.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Chuck! 😊

[@chicocash9668]

nice work hero

[@longdriver2]

That looks great Phil. You are an wood artist! You should show a picture of all your bowls/art.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! There is no place big enough to set out to take a picture! LOL!

[@alanneel2749]

Wow you have a lot of great videos , we are loving them! Still binge watching. But this one got me in trouble… the comment about “cleaning up before sanding” the boss was all over that one. 😂😂😂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! Sounds like you better watch alone, Alan! 😊

[@paulorobertobaptistapereir5431]

Hi Phil. Nice Job. Congratulations.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Paulo!

[@roncoleman9502]

Well there you go again look at that piece of wood that looks so good I'm amazed never seen anything like that I love it. Man I'm sorry but I like all of them. That looks like it should be in a 5 million dollar home that is cool

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lewisgreenway5065]

Sweet little bowl one of your better looking pieces in my opinion.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Your opinion counts, Lewis, thanks!

[@larryfetterman3528]

Very nice job Phil I really like how that came out. Larry

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@barrymartin7085]

A really nice piece.... baie mooi.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Barry! 😊

[@jimcase5841]

Very cool. I need to get courage to try a three winged one.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You can do it, Jim. Just remember, light touch, you will be successful! 😊

[@dennishand5920]

verry nice phil one of your best yet

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@tinaharbit1806]

Another absolutely stunning bowl!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@johnmitchell1614]

Howdy Phil, I can see a little cartoon animal in there. Really nice job. Best regards.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, John! 😊

[@TheOtherGuybo]

More great work. Looks like a perfect vessel for holding a big candle.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It does! Thanks, Guy!

[@jefflawson7543]

Love your work Mr. Anderson

[@donaldadams5342]

An 'Art' piece sits well with me Phil being as I am a retired Art Teacher here in South Australia. It is a beautiful finished piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Donald!

[@jamesaden966]

U got the touch!!!

[@chuckross3243]

Looking at some of your less recent videos. Always a pleasure. I get quite a bit of inspiration to turn things and expand my thinking about different pieces of wood. Thank you! Chuck

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great to hear! Thank you, Chuck! 😊

[@redmk5]

WoOoW.. That was amazing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@rickpotter6755]

You make the comment you don’t know why you are going to do with a bowls you turn do you not sale your stuff. As great as yours look I would sale everything. Can’t wait till I get as good as you. I keep watching and practicing my technique and you have taught me so much.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@richardparker1699]

It is a beautiful bowl turned by you. Real nice.

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

It looks like gold.

[@ronniependell9117]

I enjoy watching and listening to you , I recently bought a lathe and my friend you are an inspiration, I've turned a few live edge bowls , tell me how to send photos your way.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ronnie! Congrats on the lathe! Post them on my Facebook page: facebook.com/Phils-Woodshop-1470648929819551

[@michaelmcdermott2178]

Love this and now I'm eyeing the Y-shaped chunk I have on my bottom shelf. Hmmm...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It will be a rewarding turn, Michael. Get to it! 😊

[@Maggiewaggiemoo12]

Beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stanmerrell5390]

Very nice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Stan! Cheers!

[@mikenco]

Your videos are brilliant! They are teaching me that you can pretty much turn anything!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Pretty much, Mikenco! Once you turn a few odd ones, that's what you start looking for. So much more rewarding, in my opinion. Thank you so much! Phil

[@mikenco]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I recently bought an entire Ash tree (cheap), and I have so many odd, bobbly bits of wood drying, that after subscribing to your channel, I may well pull many pieces from the 'firewood' pile and see what I can produce from them! Best regards, from me in the South East corner of England (right near France).

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, that's a lot of Ash! I think Ash has some great grain to it. Yes, rescue that firewood! Could be some of the best pieces! LOL! Enjoy!

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Pretty!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@scott27288]

Just beautiful. The live edge really adds to the piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Scott!

[@johnwallace4408]

BEAUTIFUL. The character of the wood really came through. SAFE TURNING, John

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, John, I appreciate you taking your time to watch and comment! Safe turning to you, as well! Phil

[@jimhiguera1774]

Fantastic job Phil what can I say just beautiful !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So glad you like it, Jim, thank you!

[@rodgant8849]

Fabulous piece of turning. I notice often in your videos you say to go and sharpen up. Would like to see how you do it. When I was turning in my younger days here in Bedfordshire England it was always hit and miss with sharpening. Great videos. Thanks Rod

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Rod! I showed my sharpening setup in action in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoaqd3idf7minaM

[@arkhan6489]

Master of difficult jobs.... bravo

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much AR Khan! Phil

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

You should set up a site to sell these...I'd love this one!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Maybe one day! 😊

[@chiskiewoodcreations9575]

Good job Phil. That is a purdy bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, Patrick!

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Wow dear Phil this is stunning three winged bowl the grain and the bark inclusion is breathtakingly beautiful. You are the master of live edge bowls just awesome.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Kobie, for your always encouraging comments, truly appreciated! Phil

[@catfishgray3696]

PHIL, GREAT JOB, GREAT VIDEO, { 6/1/21 } I'M ABOUT TO CATCH UP ON ALL YOUR VIDEOS...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Can't have many left, Catfish!

[@rogerslone6742]

Well done , very nice piece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you took the time to watch and comment, Roger, thank you!

[@rogerbenton2354]

Beautiful piece Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you again, Roger, for watching and commenting! Phil

[@johncharletta7874]

Hi Phil, I just discovered your channel and its very inspirational. Your way of communicating to the observer is very down to earth. I feel like I'm in the shop with you . Keep up the great work and thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge with others!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stevesteves8915]

That's nice! I like how the bark looks!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve, for taking your time to watch and comment!

[@tuffymartinez]

My thought when I first started was, what could you possibly do with that little piece of wood !!!..I am pleasantly surprised. You have given new life and something to be proud of. ...Thank You Phil...I look forward to you changing my eye/mind. I like different. Successful or not you show it as it is and bring your project to completion.....great!!!...Seriously Phil my interest in all your videos is that you do not approach us as an authoritarian teacher but as an equal just having fun & trying to figure out your course of action as you go...wonderful, refreshing !!!...(more please)....tm

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank YOU, Tuffy! Ya know, I am still learning. I would never assume I know more than my viewers. I might have a tip now and then, but I really think most people already know that, too. This was a fun piece!

[@adamswiggan]

Very smart!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@beebob1279]

You were worried throughout how it would look. I like it a lot. Very unique with the bark sides.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sometimes I just can't tell until I get if off the lathe, Bob. I'm so glad you like it, thank you! Phil

[@NobbyRon]

Just fantastic Phil, beautiful cherry vessel, just great

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you so much, Ron! Phil

[@ruthhilton-robinson2093]

So pretty! I love the live edge pieces ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ruth! Cheers!

[@84deeanne]

very nice I've never did one of these, crotch or live edge I must give it a try they are beautiful one of Gods great gifts... Thanks for the video

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh, yes, you definitely need to try at least a live edge bowl, Larry. I've found it very difficult to turn a perfectly round, say, salad bowl or something, after having turned a number of these. They are just so much more challenging and rewarding. Phil

[@jimmiller4526]

Excellent job Phil. Love the look of the finished project.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jim, much appreciated!

[@stephanielovatt2787]

Nice one, Phil! The sanding looked a bit hairy, that is, a bit difficult!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes it was, Stephanie. Thank you! 😊

[@martkt10]

Nice job Phil, looks like one of those posh smelly candle holders

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mart! Yeah, it would probably work for that!

[@ronnie100393]

Thumbs up , looks great

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Ronnie!

[@ednaanderson2479]

Really turned out great!

[@keithrobb3506]

love that 3 prong bowl

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

If you love this 3 prong bowl, just wait for tomorrow's video, Keith! Phil

[@Woodden]

Very nice piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Woodden!

[@Tassie646]

Really nice Phil👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Mark, truly appreciated!

[@hotrodhog2170]

Another amazing piece Phil! What do you do with all the pieces you make? Can I ask why you don't use carbide tools? I only have carbide so far because I have no way to sharpen regular gouges. Maybe someday you could show us all your tools and how you store them! Have a great day and happy turning!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Hotrod! So far I just collect my turnings and yes, it's getting crowded around here! I'd like to be able to sell some of my work but I just don't have time for packing and shipping. I have some carbide tools and will use them when nothing else will work but definitely prefer high speed steel. I think I can feel the wood better and have better control rather than just steering carbide all over the place. That's just me, though, I know others use carbide successfully all the time. I do show my tools in storage and being sharpened in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoaqd3idf7minaM

[@hotrodhog2170]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Well thanks for that, I'll watch it right now! I see it's a nice cozy shop. Mine is a bit smaller and a bit more cluttered lol. My stuff is all on casters because I have to wheel things around so I can get to them.

[@judithfairchild8620]

Iy has an arrow in the bottom you can use for directions. It's beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed!!!!!! Turned out very nice!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm truly glad, Russell, thank you!

[@stevenjobbins2600]

Phil another fantastic looking one of a kind piece you are a true inspiration and am just loving looking through all of your videos I have subscribed to several other wood turners who all do great stuff but you just seem to make things clear and real. I am wheelchair bound and I kind of have to make things up on the fly because I cant just turn and swing or twist like other turners tell you how to but your attitude is awesome lets just put some wood in the lathe and see how it turns out ......

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Steven! Such a nice comment! Have you made modifications to your lathe or bench to accommodate your chair? I used to belong to a group that had a member in a wheelchair and I think he had his lathe on a short stand and then, set at a bit of a backward angle. I just wish I could remember what help the angle offered but I remember he was quite pleased with himself when he figured it out. Phil

[@stevenjobbins2600]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Yes I have my lathe cut down very low I have been thinking about angling it backwards to make getting a nice sweep on the curve of a bowl easier at the moment I am using a short handled gouge but its hard to get a curve in just one movement without having to re position my chair but i will figure it all out eventually i'm from the UK but I will post you a picture of my set up tomorrow but once again thank you for imparting your knowledge in such candid way

[@timmillswoodturner.]

I really like that Phil and you gotta love fruit tree wood. If you get a crotch as well, that’s the icing on the cake!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tim! Yes, I wish I could get my hands on more, but I do still have a couple small pieces.

[@reneeerb5618]

Advanced wood turning

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It may be, a little, Renee, but once the wood is spinning, it's just wood. You still just hold the chisel the same way. I think, in this case, it's the shape of the wood to start with, before any cuts are made, that allowed it to become what it did. Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, Renee, much appreciated! Phil

[@cynicbeliever40]

Subscribed! Nice job Phil. You should consider also dating your pieces for posterity.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, CB! I prefer to date my pieces and used to do it all the time. Then I read several people say when they sell something, if it has an older date on it people assume there is something wrong with it and don't buy. I have never sold any of my pieces, but for when I do, I thought I better stop dating them. But, yes, I agree, dating is best. Thank you very much for watching, commenting and subscribing! Phil

[@stefanocavaiuolo6387]

Complimenti! Ottima idea!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Stefano!

[@donlyons8964]

Very nice have have you ever turned Norfold Island Pine

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

HA! I actually happen to have a piece of NIP, Don! No, I have never turned it. I hope to be able to find it, some day! Phil

[@donbomer5630]

Gorgeous! 'Nuff said...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Don!

[@wernerkrupek298]

Nice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Werner! Phil

[@DaveFer]

Great work. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Dave! Phil

[@berbno1]

Interesting...all the Cherry I have done, is some version of pink heartwood, white sapwood. I comment, because I really like yellow wood. Osage, starts yellow, but darkens. Mulberry us my go to yellow. Your piece had a cherry/fruit tree bark, but yellow confuses me. Always enjoy your videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@thomasckuzia7129]

Hi Phil, Outstanding piece and finish!!! I love this type of turning cuz to me it's an artistic piece! You've come a long way in a short time!!! I've been turning for about 1-1/2 years and still have a lot of problems! Thanks for the video!!! Tom

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tom! Oh, believe me, I still have a lot of problems, too! Hahaha... That's what keeps it interesting, learning to overcome those problems. I'm still learning, but have learned a lot, too, from watching so many videos. I'll just keep plugging away! Thanks again, Tom, for taking your time to watch and comment!

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

Very unique piece Phil. It's a shame of such that has gone in my woodstove in the last 46 years.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, I'm sure we've all burned way more than we should have when we didn't know any better, Clint! 😊

[@tomasarguinzoni9022]

Very cool job my friend 👍🏼

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tomas, I appreciated you continuing to watch and comment!

[@jeffstevens763]

Another nice piece Phil but I hate wire wool every time I use it I get some under the skin and takes for ever to get rid of

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

This is from years ago, Jeff. I don't use it anymore for the same reason plus I don't like it floating around in the air I breathe. 😃

[@jamesstewart1347]

I like that one nice work fro James in Scotland uk

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like it, James from Scotland! You are the namesake of one of my favorite actors, too! Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment! Phil

[@muhammadjahangir5624]

Beautiful product Phil. Thumbs up 👍👍👍😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for that, Muhammad! Phil

[@rickpotter6755]

How do you go about selling your bowls. Do you store front sale, internet or booth sales at craft events. Maybe all of above

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I've never sold any, Rick. I just don't have time for packing and shipping. Hoping for a helper one day. 😊

[@jamesharless5357]

Love it, great job!

[@robertcaswell7930]

Just found this video today my friend and I love it and I was wondering if a 4 piece cherry crotch bowl might turn out looking like a butterfly bowl 😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Could be, Robert. This looks a lot like a butterfly to me but that would be even better! 😊

[@geofo60]

Sweet looking bowl Phil, nice to see a different route to the finished piece. Most turners I’ve watched seem to slice the crotch down the centre to get two blanks, I like seeing the bark left intact on yours. Nice work 👍🏻. All the best Geof (UK)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That was the idea, Geof. I wanted as much bark on this one as I could get. Besides, it is kinda small. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@HRT87]

Very nice work! Thanks for sharing process. A big fan of yours. :-)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that maybe more than you know, Monte. Thank you! Phil

[@paulblackman3936]

Nice job Phil. See, Bevel support works! Stay safe.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for watching and commenting, Paul, I can use all the help I can get!

[@paulblackman3936]

To be honest Phil, I can see nothing wrong with your technique. Your choice of tools sometimes is little off the wall, but different strokes for different folks! Whatever works is the way I get through, but it doesn't always work for all of us. You have a good arsenal of tools as I have seen on other videos of yours. Don't overthink things, turning is an art and as such most creations come from the heart, while using your gut for instinct, just go with it, don't be constrained to what you think you should use for tools. Above all, HAVE FUN! Stay safe

[@donlyons8964]

very nice

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don, I'm glad you like it!