How To Turn Honeysuckle Root, Rocks, Rot and All - Wood Turning

[@artsilcher5681]

You are the master of disaster,just fabulous Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Art!

[@jodygaines7691]

I don't think it is ugly, It is Unique and a Tribute to your Skill. Congratulations, Phil, You are a true Artist.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@rebeccawest5126]

I usually watch woodturning videos to relax. Yours are like a tense thriller with plot twists from start to finish! My knuckles are white. Thanks for that!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! So sorry, Rebecca! Just when you need a little rest, along comes one of my videos. HA! 😊

[@wandapiedra8973]

SPECTACULAR piece! No words to describe how beautiful! WOW, WOW, WOW.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@chrischarlton1033]

the upmost respect to you Phil, 99.9% of woodturners would have sent that piece back to the person who sent it with some derogatory remark about their sanity. You are a true pioneer of what can be turned. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on such an incredible piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@KittyLovesGlover]

i know! you are absolutely right. and sooo many amazing pieces because of perserverance! :)

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

Or, perhaps the man who sent it assumed that Phil was one of those artists that couldn't refuse a challenge. (You know, one who grumbles & mutters under their breath, all the while forcing his own head to the grindstone. "Will...get... this...done!...It...won't...beat ...me...!!!" You know the type....A fun combination of OCD & ADHD...and perfectionism. And, gee, I wouldn't know anything about that...LOL...OY!!!

[@gym_bob]

Phil, you are a magician with that lathe. I don't know how you do it. It makes me want to go out back and find a rocky, old stump ball just to see what you turn it into with your magical hands! I am mesmerized by what you can do!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Bob! Are you a turner? If so, you can do it too! It's just a matter of finding a way to get a good hold on a piece and then, start turning. It will become something! Oh, one hard lesson that took me a long time to learn is, knowing when to stop. 😃

[@gym_bob]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Thanks, Phil but I don't have the patience for it. I would rather watch you do the work :)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

@@gym_bob Each time I see your name, Bob, I'm reminded of my favorite baseball player from my youth. He was Bob Perry, centerfielder for the Tacoma Giants in the 1960's. Man, could he hit the ball!

[@gym_bob]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Thanks Phil. It's a very common name, however I am not related to any of them. Yes, he was a good hitter. I read the wiki article on him since I wasn't familiar. Thankyou!

[@DinoRubble]

Every once in a while you find find yourself watching a Master Craftsman and are reminded that some skills are simply the product time, passion and hard work. This was beautiful, Mr. Anderson, thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@michaelburns9172]

Watched one of your old videos just to hear your voice. Miss you old man . My prayers are with you 🙏❤ God Bless

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Michael! 😊

[@wendeezoo]

I know nothing about woodturning, but I so admire your skill! Your pieces are spectacular - seems the uglier they are before you begin, the lovlier they are after you're done! Beautiful bowl - I would place it on any table in my home.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@grapplergirl10]

I’m glad you showed some of the turning in regular speed. It’s good to see the reality of starting odd shaped objects. Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching! 😊

[@ScottsafriendofGod]

God grew that Honeysuckle rootball knowing that you would be turning it into an incredible bowl. I can't thank you enough for sharing this project.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@joannamitchell4627]

Master is an appropriate title. Wow! What a project. We love all the cracks, holes, rocks!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

How kind of you, Joanna, thank you! 😃

[@tuffymartinez]

What FUN Phil...Thank You Phil, Thank You Tad Jenkins from Wyoming....Looks like Tad knew exactly what was good for Phil....OMG Phil You used it, HA. It has been a looooong time and YOU are the first to use the "PHIL ADAPTER"!!!!! I am glad it worked and all is safe.....Phil that is a wonderful piece, unique plus...the rocks make it !!! Expert turning Phil from beginning to the ending....Lots of FUN Phil (yes I will be watching several times).....Until next Thursday....TM

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I can't tell you how invaluable your handy work was to me, but I don't have to tell you, you saw it yourself. I don't know what I would have done without it. Thank you so much, Tuffy! 😊

[@anthonykreinbrink2512]

Are you two familiar with the Thagomizer from The Far Side comic? It became a beloved term among paleontologists! Tuffy-Philomizer, anyone?

[@JaquithShadoff]

As you always seem to do, once again you have produced a beautiful piece from a selection of raw material that others might have thrown up their arms at the prospect of working it! I sure am glad that I get the chance to see your creations. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I really appreciate the kind words, thank you! 😄

[@jenniemcclish3559]

It was beautiful to start with but was really beautiful when you were done. I am 72 and love to watch you do your magic with each piece of wood that you turn. If I were younger I would take up wood turning. Love your work.

[@charlesstockford5913]

Go for it. I'm just turned 69 and going to start this year. I'm Still riding my Harley too.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I understand, Jennie but I bought this lathe and got serious when I was 69. Thank you for your great comment! 😊

[@MoleValleyMaker]

You are like the "A Team" of turning! If you have a problem piece and no one else will turn it, maybe Phil Anderson can turn it! Dah, DA Dah! Lol, amazing work as ever! Cheers, Dave

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh, I miss the A Team! Thanks, Dave!

[@egparis18]

It's your honeysuckle rose, Phil. A big thank you to Tad for sending, Tuffy for inventing and you for working so hard and sharing. See you soon.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I almost called it that but didn't think others would see the rose in it. I'm glad you do, thank you! 😊

[@SilverBack.]

Sir you really have some patience, vision and willingness to a even attempt a piece of wood like that. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@donaldadams5342]

If there was ever doubt that Phil Anderson is the Master of turning 'THE IMPOSSIBLE' into a WORK of ART then let them feast their eyes on this piece & be assured that you are 'THE MASTER' of the impossible. All credit to you my friend, you have turned the "silk purse from the sows ear". I could go on & on raving about this piece of ART that you have created from a piece of wood that 99% of wood turners would have rejected. I love it mate. Don from South Aust.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don! Another viewer from your neck of the woods says it's chilly down your way. We are expecting 110-116°F this weekend. Never has it been this hot, here.

[@donaldadams5342]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop We are having maximums in the 13-18 Celcius where I live some 28 km north of Adelaide (South Aust. capital city). Don

[@bn1009]

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[@kathrynleaser5093]

You have the best voice to listen to. Never tired hearing you explain everything you were doing to bring this bowl to life. Well done thank you..!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@hawkeye10100]

You showed them up. They went out and hunted for the most difficult thing to turn and sent it to you. You did the impossible and turned a very nice bowl. Three cheers for, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ericharvey287]

It always amazes me when I get a big old ugly piece of wood on the lathe and I get a beautiful piece of work out of it,this why I like your work Phil,you just get in there and make a great piece of work out of a pigs ear,keep on making these beautiful things as long as you can.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Eric! 😊

[@michaelhoban4238]

Wow another nice piece Make sure to thank Tuffy for that chuck extension

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Done and done! 😊

[@kentwinterton2672]

I love how you're open to try whatever it takes. So much fun to watch you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoy it, Kent, thanks! 😊

[@sabrina-wq4uu]

You are definitely right about how dramatic that piece is! That piece needs to live in a large home. It'll overwhelm a small home.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@carolgutierrez7961]

Not UGLY at all! I like the unique character of this piece!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jonmartineau1004]

Now that's what I call a Bowl ! Beautiful Phil !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@grapplergirl10]

As someone who only hand chisels bowls and Art, this bumpy ride scared the bejeebies outta me. Lol. Very impressive work and great patience on that bowl. ❤️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@stephanielovatt2787]

What a monster! What a beauty! Well done, Phil!

[@redleaf4902]

"The Monster"

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[@lindagreen1105]

Honestly I like this bowl better than any I have seen you make on here. Lovely.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@RomantiCynic]

Wow! What a job! Seriously, Phil, unless Tuffy is too shy, you need to get him into one of your upcoming videos. You are both at genius levels in your respective fields!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'd love that, Brian, but he's a thousand miles away!😊

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

Wow, Phil! Last week, when I said that you'd turn *anything*, I had no idea! Wow! Gorgeous!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sometimes I surprise myself, Dave. LOL! A little bit crazy doesn't hurt. Thanks, buddy! 😊

[@dottyharbison7156]

I am truly amazed that that honeysuckle (my favorite flower) root bowl came out like this. It is an absolutely gorgeous bowl. I would put it right on my coffee table for people to see and hear the story of what it was. Exceptional work Phil. I just love your work! ❤🙃

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So nice of you, Dotty, thank you! 😊

[@candaceshelton3321]

I was amazed at every step. I am not a woodworker, but I am smart enough to recognize talent and expertise. Wish I had this piece in my house .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Candace, I'm so glad you like it! 😊

[@joycemiller6188]

it's wonderful. you could look at that bowl everyday and never get tired of looking at it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@rainbowbeard38]

You give me confidence in not being afraid to turn anything. Nice and easy does it. Well done Phil, another wonderful piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You CAN turn anything! I'm glad you know that, now. Get to busy! 😊

[@kam70111]

Marvels and Mysteries of Phil's woodturning. Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@shwemoor]

Phil, it is art to behold, a diamond in the rough you set in gold: truly amazing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Beautiful, thank you! 😊

[@aranka9435]

Love your laughter and comment: “Poke it in there and see what happens”. Wow your brave! The bowl is awesome as always. It’s almost 1 am here in Sweden, worth waiting for your video. 😍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Morning here, now. I hope you slept well, Aranka, thank you! 😊

[@weathormantom7206]

You asked if we thought it was ugly. That thing is beautifully ugly. It was kind of a nail-biter to watch you turn it, too. I love it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Tom! 😊

[@jessalford5927]

That piece is gorgeous. I could never be as good as you at wood turning. I turn everyday, but I'm legally blind and it shows up in my pieces but I keep turning and call them masterpieces. lol

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jess! You are not letting your disability get in the way of pursuing your hobby. That's admirable! Just keep doing what you do and have fun with it! 😊

[@peterbrown2602]

RUNNING OUT OF SUPERLATIVES MATE........I JUST LOVE THIS SORT OF STUFF.....YOU REALLY ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That works for me, Peter, thank you! 😊

[@richkeelan1312]

That beast turned out awesome and quite unique I enjoy watching you tackle pieces that just looked like it should have been firewood unturned it into a beauty

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@raymondpetrovits2336]

No words to describe your bowl. Unique is an over used comment. Either love it or hate it, I lean towards it being like a wooden snowflake. One of a kind. Beautiful effort.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching and commenting! 😀

[@charlesball8872]

Phil, that’s the epitome of “Natural Beauty”!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@peterbovey3570]

WOW! That was spectacular, Phil!!! You make it seem so “do-able”, but when you said going on day 5, OMG! I never would have thought that hunk of root would be turnable! I applaud your ability to see what can be done with such a unique piece of wood! You are truly an artist!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It was a lot of work for sure, Peter. This one now sits front and center where I see it every day! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊

[@rogeryork489]

What a unique turning!! From an ugly mess to a work of art. Fantastic job Phil!! You are definitely a Master!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@AdamosDad]

I will from now on have much more respect for the mighty Honeysuckle, Great turning there Phil.

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[@crystalswenson8844]

Phil, the bowl is a testament to your creativity and your perseverance. Thank you for showing us both of these traits. Whether we turn wood, turn pages in a book, poke needles into fabric, make music with our voice or an instrument, or whatever we do, you teach us keep going--especially when the going gets tough.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You didn't say stubborn, Crystal! LOL! I do appreciate your kind comment, thank you so much! 😊

[@Murphycats]

Wow! Who would have thought honeysuckle would look that amazing!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Not me! 😊

[@ericmoorehead1100]

I marvel your willingness to tackle a piece like this. I derive increased confidence in turning after every one of your videos. Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@fredcarpenter1027]

I agree, I'd be cringing the whole time if I were doing it.

[@rdmollison]

You are the MAN, your patient attack to each & every bowl you create is just what I want to be as a turner ! Thank You for your appreciation in turning.!!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Fantastic, Ron! Best of luck in your creative turning! 😊

[@bobh5616]

Phil, that was hard, hard work. Glad you persevered, I would have given up and consigned the piece to the wood heap! Great outcome, as usual for you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@dlawson716]

I was excited to see this one come to life. I'm watching 2-4 videos a day. All are outstanding.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks, Donny! That's what I used to do, too. It's how I learned to turn, hundreds of hours of videos. 😊

[@peterarbourturning1146]

Where others fear to tread you, Phil, go in undeterred. It is inspiring how you handle these tough pieces. I love how you think out loud and take us through the process. Great teaching.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Such a kind comment, Peter, thank you! 😊

[@workonitm8]

Unusual for sure. In the right time and place, this bowl could bring big $$$ ! There will never be another like it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

One of a kind for sure, Norman. Thank you! 😊

[@frankpadden5470]

Beautiful piece Phil, I enjoy turning root balls, you never know how it will turn out. Thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@rickcollins4762]

This kind of wood is my favorite. The more non uniform it is the better, plus I love the challenge. Great job!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Rick! 😊

[@tomjpt]

I like it! I figure that, at my current rate, it will only take me watching about 25 more of your videos before I work up the courage to try myself. I have a root ball from a an Oriental fringe tree/bush that is ready for my tender attentions! Thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oh, I bet that will be a beauty, Tom. Have fun with it! 😊

[@mikevolante7663]

Apart from having more skill than me, you have another great virtue, Patience. I'm sure i would have rushed it and screwed it up. It's a credit to you Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Can't rush Mother Nature, Mike. She did all the work, now just polish it up a bit! 😊

[@garrydeimert7397]

Clever, brave or just plain crazy. All of the above I think, you do what others discard. This is a great show piece just to prove how brave (or crazy) you are. Well done Phil, I love it, stones and all 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Garry! 😊

[@charlesmcclure5994]

Well another Phil original in the books great looking piece was well worth the effort 👍👍

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[@jenw9361]

You truly will turn anything. Fantastic job, well done!!!!

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[@KenCustis]

Another beautiful piece turned from a very ugly root ball. So glad you tackled it and shared it with all of us!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

And I'm so glad you all watched, Ken! 😊

[@dwbunloaf8245]

It’s beautiful just beautiful. I love the jewellery (stones) it really is a statement piece, the statement being the beauty in imperfection and the perfection in nature. You’re a real artist 👩‍🎨

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@piratetaylor29]

Yes sir, the bottom texture is fantastic. Like nothing I've seen before. Spin on Phil!

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[@patternharlot]

Absolutely love this piece! It has everything: gnarls, gouges, stones, speckles, striations…❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Indeed, thanks, Susan! 😄

[@tylerkrug7719]

Tuffy sounds like a very interesting man.thanks tuffy

[@tuffymartinez]

HA, thank's BUT Tuffy is nothing without fun woodturning Phil to put joy in my KZbin adventures....TM

[@tylerkrug7719]

@@tuffymartinez Phil is definitely awesome! You help him be awesome!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are so right, Tyler! He's amazing!

[@karenbrown9889]

Your a determined man, I wouldn’t have gone past the first rock. And the rotten internal wood came up lovely and five days of work on the one bowl… you are determined and it seems maybe stubborn enough to have that root turn into a lovely bowl. Well done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Stubborn might be the best adjective, Karen. That and I don't like to waste wood. Thank you so much! 😊

[@4ourWoodworks]

Perfect guy for the job. Great work as always.

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[@PhyllisGeorgic]

This was wild. I never thought honeysuckle had such large roots. I was shock to see how you worked this root. Amazing. Beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So nice of you, Phyllis, thank you! 😊

[@ArtistYellow]

You took something that would have been fire fuel and made a beautiful work of art. Imagine if those roots could talk the stories they could tell. I like that you left the rocks in and called them jewelry 💚🌳

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you! 😊

[@brucebergman4608]

Wow. The best transition from ugly to exquisite. Beautiful job, Phil

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[@jean-louishoules5198]

Oh Phil, my gouges have toothache 😲 when looking at the stones! I would never dare turning such roots... but the result is worthwhile. Bravo for this great work. 😉👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, they are just tools, Jean-Louis, easily sharpened. I'm glad you think it was worth my time, thank you! 😊

[@charlesceceliayoung684]

Wow, from trash to treasure. You are a master. Keep up the wonderful videos of your challenging projects.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@hazelshepherd496]

Well it has a different kind of beauty….Just beyond my imagination that it came out of that piece….but you did it again…….

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[@enaidyeltneb369]

I think it is GORGEOUS! I would be extremely proud to place that in a place of honor in my home. Thank you for taking us along for the ride.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It is front and center at my house, Enaid! 😊

[@avago2day]

I cannot begin to imagine how difficult that must have been to turn and sand mr Anderson, but you did it and what a gorgeous thing it turned out to be. If I had a hat, I would take it off to you. ❤ Jane

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You made me chuckle, Jane. Trying to take off a hat you don't have! 😊

[@evans76]

I was mesmerized. Couldn’t stop watching. BEAUTIFUL!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I have this one front and center in my family room, Michael. I like it too! 😄

[@vickiejenkinson2468]

I heard Jenkins and Wyoming. Lol. Phil, I take my hat off to you for that! You did a marvelous job making something outta nothing. It's very pretty and has lots of character, especially with rocks in it!! Thank you for sharing your creativity with me again. Stay safe, Vickie

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome! Thank you, Vickie! 😊

[@ruthejohnson511]

another beautiful piece....i guess i acquired my love of wood from my dad...he was a carpenter... sure wish he was still alive because i know he would love watching you too!! thanks!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

We all miss our dads, Ruthe. It would have been fun to have him join us! 😊

[@rfranzosa]

My backyard is full of invasive honeysuckle, so this hit close to home! Great to see you make something beautiful out of that beast.

[@redleaf4902]

Ha. Phil, I don't know if you give names to each of the pieces you create, but this one could deservedly be named "The Beast". "Rock of Roots"? "Sticks and Stones"? "The Heavy Beast"?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@pattycurtis4151]

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[@karenh789]

Beautiful! I thought it was beautiful in it's natural state too. Honey suckle lives on thanks to your skill.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Karen!😍

[@DianaJG8]

FASCINATING! I knew if anyone could do this, you'd be the only one. I don't think I've ever seen you turn anything with rock embedded before; this wasn't just arduous, it was DANGEROUS! But it did turn out extraordinary! ❤🔥👍I'd make a wonderful owner, too. Hoping for that to happen one day. 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You made me smile, Diana, thank you! 😊

[@DianaJG8]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop - And you did the same for me, Phil! Welcome. 👍

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Spectacular! Really neat! Also, you are a hoot! I laughed several times through this. "It's a statement piece. It says we have a big, ugly bowl in our house." Classic. Not at all ugly, a potter would be hard-pressed to make a piece as intricate and interesting as that.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, now that I read what I said, it makes me laugh, Argus! 😊

[@brendarobbins8832]

You have such an eye and talent for bringing out beauty from the gnarliest looking pieces! Another amazing job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jillianarnott3412]

I really appreciate how much you make the comments about safety and safety gear. This piece is amazing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Jillian, thank you! 😊

[@kathleenposton2334]

Okay, with this monster, you have proven yourself to be the master of the weird and wonderful! Someone sends you something weird and you turn it into something wonderful! Well done, sir! You had me wondering at first if you weren't going to win this fight, but you did a yeoman's job on it and I truly like and respect the finished piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So kind of you, Kathleen, thank you! 😊

[@judyjohnson6180]

Awesome job with a difficult piece and I'm glad you left some rocks in it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like it and the rocks, Judy, thank you! 😊

[@andreweastwood3545]

Wow; a gladiatorial effort has produced a magnificent outcome. Excellent video Phil. Thank you ( and thanks to Ted and Tuffy )

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Andrew, thank you!

[@bmacdougall53]

What a bowl, now this is a root ball. I love it Phil. 💜🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It sets front and center, Beth. I love it, too, thank you so much! 😊

[@garthkeck2003]

Another contestant of that show we all love to watch, "Stump the Phil", has bitten the dust. I turned a honeysuckle root ball, but it was nowhere like that one. Great job, Phil. Take a few days off and rest up.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good advice, Garth! 😊

[@lorrainedubois4635]

In my opinion this bowl is FABULOUS when You see the first pictures You think of way is that going to be a bowl, BUT when You finished it,it was SPECTACULAR AWESOME A TRUE ARTISTIC PIECE 😀 YOU SHOULD BE VERY PROUD OF YOUR WORK 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Lorraine! 😊

[@VegBazzoBoys]

One of the best projects I’ve seen you do. Worth the effort Phil. Well done Mate.

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[@piratetaylor29]

The pimply bottom is breathtaking. What a gorgeous piece. Excited to watch your creation come to life. ♥️🇺🇲

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[@juliegonya6236]

Such a cool piece! So nice that you explain everything. Thanks for sharing!

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[@stephenmccool8127]

Intrepid! Let's stick it in there and see what happens. Whew! Another brilliant awesome piece. I bet you'd turn some petrified wood. As always I'm amazed and humbled in your presence. Thank you for another beautiful piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hahaha, nope, no petrified wood for me, Steve! I might be a little crazy but not stupid! LOL! Thank you, my friend, I appreciate your fun comment! 😊

[@cosmocavicchio5252]

Another amazing job Phil on a piece that seemed impossible when you fist showed it. Great job!

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[@NelsonWilliams-nk2vv]

Good job. That's the biggest honeysuckle root I've ever saw.Alot of work,preservance!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It's a favorite now, Nelson. Sits front and center so I see it every day! 😊

[@marciak9826]

Well Phil, I know it was a ton of work for you, but I really like it! It has so much interesting color and texture. I especially like the area on the outside where the speckled “bark” is still showing. Glad the cracks behaved themselves and stayed put. All in all, I think it’s a tremendous piece!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So nice of you, Marcia, thank you! 😊