Worlds Most Beautiful Candle Holder! - Wood Turning

[@anthonykreinbrink2512]

1) Daughter was 100% right. 2) Gorgeous "set" of pieces. 3) Validates my mantra to my wife that I will NEVER throw away a piece of wood! 4) Always a delight, Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, I've got a ton of those "never throw away pieces," Anthony! It's crowded around here! 😊

[@anthonykreinbrink2512]

I have TONNAGE, lol. NOT exaggerating! Need to retire, so I have more time!

[@dianeashley4526]

I think it's beautiful. I need a nightlight like that. I'd be running my fingers over the wood all night. Beautiful all just beautiful, the last one's my favorite. The one today

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thank you, Diane! 😊

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

This! THIS is why I send you odd chunks, Phil. You have taught me more about turning weird, whacky, odd shaped off-cuts than any other KZbin turner out there! Thank you for leaving the 'bridge'-- it's what holds the whole piece together and looks totally planned. Backstory: Backstory for this one is kinda skinny. A friend dropped off a very large slice of wood while I was out of town. A text message from him said it was a cherry root slab that had grown above ground at the base of a huge cherry tree, all of which had been taken to the mill. He'd been hired to remove what was left. It was a whole bark-on slab which you saw while you visited the old Portland shop before we moved. You gave me some much-needed-and-appreciated advice for parting it out. Here's the result of that. Gorgeous!

[@maxkangen]

I wish I had people like you giving such beauties away for me to turn. Saying that tho, have you ever turned some cedar of Lebanon ( Wood of Mary). A beautiful lemony smell in the wood.

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@maxkangen No, that's one that I know of, but have never had the opportunity. I'll bet it's gorgeous wood, though.

[@aranka9435]

Thank you for sending “impossible” pieces to our favourite turner. ❣️

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@aranka9435 😉

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Thanks once again, Dave! Gotta meet up with you some time. Maybe my next trip south.

[@betsy0br]

Gosh, Phil, even though you were boring a lot of the time the end result is exciting with a high contrast of the bark and inner wood. I like this one best, glad you listened to your daughter’s advise. Once again you’ve wowed 😮 your fans.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Betsy, thank you! 😊

[@johnmay3266]

Your daughter was right. I love the burl buds on the open ones but the bridge on the cherry is perfect.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@280AI]

I’m with your daughter. Glad you left the bulk of the bark. This is the best of the three in my opinion. Thanks again Shadey.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@TheRDenny]

Love the ‘partially open’ feature. Stays true to the nature of the wood so much better!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

For sure! 😊

[@nplacemksd]

WOW! Beautiful. A work of ART. You are an Artist of beautiful unique pieces. Wood pieces many would pass by. You see the beauty in the wood before you start turning. You show you do not need to know exactly what the end result will be when you start. You allow each piece show it's beauty. Thank you for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, RK! You get it! I often don't know how a piece will turn out. That's half the fun! 😊

[@judithfairchild8620]

The holes so we can see inside is great. The bark looks almost like the best kind of lace dressing it up so beautifully. I agree with your daughter 100%

[@judithfairchild8620]

Practice makes perfect. It is the best.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Judith, I'm glad you like it! 😊

[@jennyelliottbrown6680]

OMG I am in LOVE. as the daughter of a carpenter/ joiner ( he would have been 102 next month) and lived and worked to age 86. I was brought up with the feel and smell of wood. we were also brought up with knowledge of the growing trees, recognising them both in leaf and in winter also the properties of different wood. I am just in awe of your love of the piece you are working on and no wonder. This piece is simply beautiful xxx

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jenny! It's great that you have fond memories of your dad and the wood he worked! 😊

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Thank you, Dave! Phil, I think you have created a “signature” piece/style that you just may become well known for. If not, I’ll take all three! She was right, the bridge makes the piece. Remember the small “gave up on” piece? I started turning it and that is exactly the form it was taking. Did not get to finish it before my thumb gave out. Shall I send it over for you to put the final touch on it? And yes, the thumb is getting better.

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

I have another too-large chunk of this one, Valerie. I'll eventually part it in half before turning. If you want to give one a go, send me an email. I've got so much more wood than I'll EVER get to and I will not miss it. Just got a big leaf maple trunk and 2 European birch trunks parted out and am trying to find space for all the half rounds to season. Gorgeous wood!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

In same situation here. And a windstorm just dropped even more wood about 10 days ago. Will happily take it if I can reciprocate. Now that we gave Phil so much wood, maybe we can both gift more wood to Oregon Old Timer. Have known him since he was younger and flying airplanes, so I dropped off some nice, dry blanks last trip down the coast. Not “Phil” wood, but good learning to turn wood. 😵‍💫😜

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

NO! I never want to see it again! Unless you get it finished, then I do. 😊 Glad the thumb is coming along!

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@valeriehenschel1590 I'd love to get some seasoned pieces to Eric! As for reciprocating..., do you have a source for madrone?

[@aaronjolley4413]

Yeah! I love the cherry! I have a bunch of cherry… I will use this as inspiration as I work through my odd pieces! Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@renegonzalez8070]

I would display it just the way it is a true piece of workmanship any one can turn but to create a masterpiece like this takes real patience and talent God has blessed us to have someone like you in our lives 🙏 thank you Phil 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Rene! 😊

[@cecenelson2194]

Don’t know anything about wood turning, I agree with your daughter. Leaving it was the right call. It’s beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ce Ce! 😊

[@kaylaharding9977]

Your daughter has a good eye for natural beauty. She gets that from you. I'm glad she talked you into leaving the "bridge" across the middle! That feature makes it unique, special!!! Thanks for another fantastic piece!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jeanlong5965]

Phil, you should always listen to your daughter. It is absolutely beautiful. What a great idea for an odd piece of wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jean! 😊

[@KennethYell-gx9zw]

That candle holder is awesome. I have a cherry burl and I watch your videos so I know what to do with it. Love all of your videos. Keep them coming.

[@ahsquared1]

Outstanding Phil!!! Your ability to see the finished piece before you touch is a wonderful gift. Thank you for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@deborahkurth7341]

Your daughter has a great eye for natural beauty...all your candle holders are extremely elegant... WOWED me again Phil... AWESOME 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yay, I'm glad, Deborah, thank you! 😊

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil, Thank You Dave from Calmwood Creations... Excellent discussion on your game plan on such a small/awkward piece so you can make the most of what you want to achieve. Right now Phil I am just sitting back, relaxed enjoying your show trying to solve, as you say, "it's a puzzle". I agree Cherry is wonderful wood. Before & after looks quite hard to believe. Really cool Phil ! Until next time... TM

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Tuffy! I kinda like the odd ones now and then! 😊

[@bobpiec]

Hi Phil, An artist at work is never Boring t is inspirational even when making a hole is boring. Stephany was right and your work of art is beautiful Phil. God Bless you Phil and you bless us.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Bob! 😊

[@marciak9826]

I like them all, but definitely like today’s the best! And your daughter was right, I think the bark across the middle enhances the look greatly. Beautiful turning, Phil, and thanks to Dave for sending it over.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Marcia! 😊

[@JD-xg3ek]

I’m glad you listened to Stephanie. Good call to leave the piece across the front. This looks really nice with the tall candle. My wife has the candles with the flickering looking flame. It would look great in this holder. I thought looking at the start of this you would be needing a lot of CA glue. It appeared there was cracks and deep crevices. The piece stayed together. Cherry must be hard and holds together. Nice turning Phil love it. Thanks for the show. Joel

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yup, no chance this was going to come apart, J D! 😊

[@gened2768]

Good day Phil. I love the work that you do and it totally inspires me to find more of the irregular pieces of wood to turn. I would like to know where you bought the sand-o-flex from as I think I could really use one. Thanks and keep up the fantastic work.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Gene! I've found the best place for selection and price for a Sand O Flex is here: www.supergrit.com/tblproduct_woodworking_sandoflex.html

[@kenwarden1864]

Love all the holders, but that cherry! Your daughter was absolutely right. Just gorgeous.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@cathysoldan6540]

Love it. The bark looks perfect, good job. A real piece of ART. Thanks for your inspiration

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Cathy! 😊

[@lindasnow3960]

I agree with your daughter, this thing is so mesmerizingly beautiful! Thank you for your time, troubles and creative passion!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are so welcome, Linda, thank you for watching! 😊

[@robinfrisco4219]

I love this, Phil! This one is my favorite of the three. Thanks for the inspiration for a "corner" piece of wood that I might otherwise throw in the wood stove! I'm going to give one of these a try, one of these days. My favorite part of this video, though, was when you called your daughter to see what she thought you should do with it. My dad taught me to turn a couple of years ago, and we spend lots of time together in the wood shop, bantering back and forth, discussing what we think we should do with a piece! It's the best! Thanks for another great video...I always look forward to them.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

This sounds like a wonderful time with your dad, Robin. I know you will treasure this gift. 😊

[@saboomitz]

Love the “bridge”. I can just imagine a votive candle with the flame making beautiful shadows. Another super great video. God bless.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@iangordon5354]

First off, wonderful as always. Love the grain, and the bark, and the way the finish brings out the contrast between them. This one is my favourite of these. I agree you were right to leave the band of bark half way up. Now for a suggestion from a mathematiian with a visual brain. In order to work out where you want your centres, why not cut out several cardboard circles, say with half inch steps in diameter, with a small hole in the centre of each. Then stand the blank on end and try different circles positioned differently to visualise what will be turned away and what will be left natural depending where your centre is and how much you turn, and when you’re happy punch through or mark with a pencil to say “put the centre here”.

[@aranka9435]

What an excellent tip! Thanks

[@valeriehenschel1590]

My simple method is to pick the part or area I want to feature (keep), then move the center point toward that area until the area is shy of the outside cutting diameter (where the cutter will hit everyplace but there). Using circles does help those who do not visualize well in 3D.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@clydeschuyler]

It turned out perfect. Glad you listened to your daughter.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@PBUCKY1969]

Phil this is a gorgeous piece, I love all the candle holders but this one's my favourite. I have to say your daughter was right with her design advice! For me though, this one is amazing with all the options - I really liked it with the vase insert best. I hope you're doing ok - it's great to see you doing projects and I really appreciate your weekly video. Cheers Phil, happy turning!

[@redleaf4902]

Ya. And it sounds like you have a cool relationship with you daughter. I'd not seen the first two candle holders. They are really interesting looking too. The one you did today, because of the dark bark, sort of matched Christmasee colours? If ya find a wax-LED light that has red wax, that'd be a good light to leave on for Santa. Waving from snowy Quebec.🎄🎅🍪🥛

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks so much, Paully! 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great idea! 😊

[@louisjcharlett5804]

We have a lot in common Phil ...........................smart daughters!!! Nice turn. Hummm? Flowers.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You got that right! 😊

[@lindacook905]

I like today's. The bridge feature is fantastic. They all have a sconce look that is very appealing. Great job, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@philvale5724]

Hi 👋 Phil From Phil, I hope you are keeping safe and well, I think that the one that you created today is the best and yes I think it looks better with a bar going across the front as your daughter I think you said it was a good idea to leave, you amaze me how are you can turn a silk scarf out of a sows ear, or in this case a piece of log off cut , Another piece of artwork , Look forward to your next piece of art, Hope you have a great weekend. Phil from the moulin France.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Phil! 😊

[@dennisyoung2774]

Hi Phil. Thanks to Dave for the neat piece of cherry. He’s right if anyone can figure out how to turn something beautiful he got it to the right guy. Great advise from your daughter on not turning the band of bark in the middle, it adds so much to the piece. Sometimes less is more. Great finish too. One of your best , the list just keeps getting longer. Be well stay strong and everyone’s looks forward to the next video!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Dennis! 😊

[@chezlerq4478]

Glad you called your daughter. Good call on her part. That's why I call one of my daughters when I have to make a decision. I do like this one the best. Very well done. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@RebekkaRN1962]

Thank you 😊 Dave for sending this to Phil bc it turned out absolutely gorgeous.....I love it so much & all the other candle holders shown at the end also! Beautiful project!! 👍🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Duchess! 😊

[@fiberotter]

Glad your daughter voted to keep it that way. Very unique and very beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@sianroberts3874]

Stunning piece, Phil. I'm so pleased that your daughter suggested you leave the middle bit in, this is what makes it so unique from the others you turned, i love everything about it. You never disappoint and produce beautiful art from natures trees of life. Take care, be well to enjoy your passion in creating beautiful works of art as you do. Thank you. 💛🫂😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly, Sian! 😊

[@denbethkaiser5043]

Nice job phill

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@KarlBunker]

It's gorgeous, Phil, and my favorite of the candle holder set. Your daughter called it right on leaving that strap across the front. BTW, after watching your channel for years I finally got a Sand-O-Flex myself. I've used it on a couple of projects so far and it's great for exposed bark and other "live" wood surfaces. So tell the manufacturers that they owe you one! 😀

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It's a handy tool, Karl! Thanks! 😊

[@pippin1ful]

A nice candle holder, especially coming up to Christmas. I was brought up in candle light, in our air-raid shelter. 1940/45 All it needs is some holly and pine fronds around it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@funkojones2947]

Stephanie was right. There are times I don't love the pieces with the bark left on, but this one is a personal favorite !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@timclosson7166]

Glad you took your daughters advice! She was right!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes! Thank you! 😊

[@chrisheckard3768]

I like the other commenters on here love this piece. I really love what you do with the "off" cut pieces. Makes things interesting to watch.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@denisedonovan2639]

Your daughter was right 🤩 I love the little bark bridge that separates the opening. This is my favourite one of the three. 😍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Denise! 😊

[@georgekunkel5819]

I’m glad your daughter told you that as well it is spectacular. A pleasure as always what a treat.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks again, George! 😊

[@1954JDR]

That is absolutely beautiful. I'm glad your daughter intervened.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@georgelomas9873]

Cherry Burl, glad you left that bark band 🎉 George NZ

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I do think it was the right decision, George, I'm glad you agree, thank you! 😄

[@youngned497]

Phil, you are an inspiration! I used to watch my grandpa wood turning 35 yrs ago . I was never allowed near as I was far too young. Now I'm 46 and you have inspired me, I've just bought a lathe at a yard sale and I am buying the tools etc I'll need to start turning.. thank you for everything you do .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, how cool! Enjoy your new hobby, Ned! 😊

[@teddymuldoon1905]

Phil is the Wizard of wood-turning! 👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@patriciapolmanteer3586]

We love the fact that you involved your daughter. She is right by the way. That piece is really beautiful!! Awesome job Uncle Phil..awesome!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bmacdougall53]

Your daughter is a blessed woman. Stay well. Blessings from Maine 💜🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Beth! I prefer "Bethings" from Maine! 😊

[@bmacdougall53]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop hahahaha 💜🙏

[@JimmyLee0757]

Those are AMAZING. My favorite is the third one and I'm glad you listened to your Daughter.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@andrewcrayford7918]

Love the extra piece of material across the front of this candleholder, glad you listened to your daughter. Thanks again Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Andrew! 👍

[@WilliamFry-lo6ol]

G'day, from the K9 Duplex, I am so glad my Grandson "found" your channel during one of our lockdowns. I really appreciate your quirky and beautiful turnings, this Cherry Burl is way up there with the others you have produced. You should know by now that you listen to the girls in ones life as there taste is more refined than ours, well decided Stephanie, gorgeous piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, William! 😊

[@curtisalbert1846]

Praise God that you're doing better Phil and God has blessed you with your talent of turning wood

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Curtis! 😊

[@derekcomer4858]

Absolutely the right decision to leave the bridge, looks fabulous 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Derek! 😊

[@nighteagle317]

Stephanie obviously has great taste! A gorgeous addition to make a trio of gorgeousness! I love them all but I think this last one is my favorite by just a hair. Beautiful piece Phil!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@joyceledbetter6617]

It's hard to say which I like best! Anything that is handmade is beautiful. I love the differences between the three. Each illuminates the light differently in a unique way. Choosing one as a favorite would be like choosing a favorite child!! Ha! Impossible!! Great job on each!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thank you, Joyce! 😊

[@williambrooker4580]

Fantastic! Your daughter is a very smart lady! I agree leave it as it is!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@carolderoza2437]

I am also glad you listened to your daughter, I really like this work, it is beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carol! 😊

[@lewisgreenway5065]

Back on form Phil and Cherry always a winner with me. 😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Lewis! Love Cherry! 😊

[@colleenkopp56]

I think this one is the best, not that the other ones are not beautiful, it's just I like this one more!! As usual your magic at work!! Thank you Phil!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@wilburhornshnoggle2619]

This one's my favorite Phil, your Daughter was spot on..! Excellent Work..!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Awesome! Thank you! 😊

[@garrydeimert7397]

Yep, she was right, leave it. It looks great. Once it's gone it's gone ,no going back. Love it as always. My wood turning guru.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@daveb.misc.2589]

My favorite? I have to pick one? Ok. I pick the one set of 3. Your daughter advised well, although, you know it would have looked wonderful the other way also. But, dont cut it out. Its very unique, so leave it. Very nicely done Phil. On all three. 😎❤👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@mikehorning4060]

I am only 12 minutes into this video and already ( as you predicted that it will be) this piece is stunningly beautiful. WOW!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much 😊

[@taysider01]

All three are great but, today's one is number one. You're showing us just what can be done with a piece of timber most would walk past. Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@donaldadams5342]

I've said it before but every piece of wood has more than a better tilt at life after PHIL WORKS HIS MAGIC. This is the pick of the three in my opinion & undoubtedly it is 'held together' by the "bridge". I liked the shorter of the two 'wax' candles the best. This 'see how it develops' approach that you have, along with your unflappable commentary & sense of humour are a large part of the reason so many of us watch your channel. These attributes along with your undoubted skills on the lathe are the magnets that keep drawing us back time after time. Thank you for the joy you bring, at least to this old broken down guy. Keep up the GREAT work my friend & I'll keep watching. Cheers, Don from South Aust.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

"Old broken down guy..." I'm right there with you, Don. I've got a knee going out, tennis elbow in both arms and now my back has started hurting! LOL! I hobble around here like the old man I am! 😊

[@cyndywaskelisthecrowscall]

Your daughter had the right idea. Looks good that way!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think so too! 😊

[@johndavis44]

They all look great Phil, but I agree - the latest is the best! Your daughter’s right about the ‘bridge’ too! ❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bskelton8712]

Have read most of the comments Phil and am sure I cannot improve on them at all, your daughter is going to be a lucky and unlucky girl at the same time. For all of us I hope it is a long way in the future, you absolutely do fantastic work. Show us more!! Bob

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Bob! 😃

[@jimwhiting2267]

What a stunning creation! The first two you did are wonderful, but today's project tops the chart. I agree with your daughter on leaving the "bridge".

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I can't help but think you would have made an excellent wood shop teacher.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thanks! 😊

[@Trucker-Ted]

Awesome! We agree with your daughter. Glad you left it with that bark strip. Beautiful! Of the three, this is our favorite!! Thanks for sharing! Keep it up!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Ted! 😊

[@kenashton32]

The band is perfect. Great decision!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@arnoldpluim8094]

Great piece glad you talked to your daughter and left that bark

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@carlspringle9342]

Another Beautiful Piece Phil. So glad you went with your daughters call. Just beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think she was right, too, Carl! 😊

[@peterjenne3552]

Love cherry...but a cherry Burl is extra special...nice job...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@triciahumphrey6453]

Oh Phil... You've outdone yourself with this one! The window is my favorite feature. Thanks for sharing❤️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Cool, thanks, Tricia! 😊

[@CarolWimer]

Today is my favorite but Micky Mouse is closely next. But today is so beautiful. Love watching your videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊 I like Mickey the best!

[@tompuskar4426]

Stephanie has good taste! I agree with her and like this one the best. BUT, that is a spectacular collection!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Tom! 😊

[@cheryl739]

Colorado Hubby & Wife here with our coffe. We agree with your Daughter! We love the little strip of bark across the opening. Very Unique. Love it. Cheers & Blessings 👍💕

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I love knowing that couples watch my videos together, Cheryl! Thank you for letting me know! 😊

[@KenCustis]

I think this one is the most impressive. Thanks to your amazing work and your daughters advise!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Our pleasure! Thank you, Ken! 😊

[@alanmiller9255]

I am just stunned by the beauty of the set of 3. The brutal and aggressiveness you used to cut away the unnecessary was masterfully done. The 3 were as 1 never separate them. There is a life lesson here some where. ( 3 in 1…..beautiful from nothing ) anyway..good night Mr Anderson wherever you are

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you! 😊

[@barrythompson7305]

Stephanie was right, Phil. That cross piece makes it special. All beautifully crafted and finished and a joy to look at even if I can't touch them .....!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Barry! 😊

[@jimgill1105]

Your daughter was spot on - another unique piece - enjoyed the video+++

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jim, thanks! 😊

[@kdwalters4146]

We love it too Mr Phil. Quit teasing us-we wish we could touch it too! LoL. And please take care of your hands. I hate seeing boo boos. We care about your well being and happiness! Love Stephanie’s piece of Cherry, but I like the Japanese Maple still ! As always, be blessed and thank you for sharing- hope treatments are going well!❤

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Treatments are done ( I hope) and I'm doing fine! Thank you, Kd! 😊

[@MrBearbait75]

I like them all but today's best. The bridge gives it a unique look. Thank you for all the entertainment you bring us!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Paul! 😊

[@garydawson3184]

Your Daughter was right! I liked this one best!

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[@XtremeChiliPepper]

Smart daughter, very unique piece! Actually, all of them are, but this is my favorite!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@karenk4793]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Incredible!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, thank you, Karen! 😀

[@maddieadams75]

Beautiful piece of art, I fully agree with the daughter, to leave it.❤ glad you did.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@laurierobbins1013]

Your daughter was right. It looks great! I like it best of the three, though the first two are also beautiful. Thank you for sharing your talents and yourself.

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[@sandyalexander]

I think leaving the bridge was the right decision. Lovely piece

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[@dougspencer3572]

I think leaving that band was a good move. Awesome piece thanks Phil I like the newest one best.

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[@robertweber5485]

Love the cherry burl, love them all, but the Cherry is the bomb

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[@robertf6344]

I like it a lot. Here's another vote for keeping the cross section.

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[@suzetteedwards7956]

I'm glad you left the small part. Gives it more character and class. As far as the candle, my favorite is the real wax where the top is even with the "left in" part. Beautiful piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Suzette! 😊