Pine Bowl - Will It Cooperate? Can I Get It Done? Watch And See! - Wood Turning

[@adgieem1]

Watching you create is a joy. No matter the outcome. It’s the process I enjoy. The final piece is dessert. 😉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Love that! Thank you very much! 😀

[@Audie1234]

You gave it your all. The piece of wood was so interesting. I could see several animals and faces in it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, sad story. Thank you, Audie! 😊

[@Aaah-Mazn-Creations]

This is one of the most beautiful raw pieces I have ever seen. I mean it with all my heart When you turn something of this nature, you have to expect a whole lot of challenges as you go. You had too many challenges even for professional as yourself to complete this project!!! I really fell IN LOVE with it the second I saw it. It is a dirty rotten shame that Myself and all the Word did not get to see what you did for that piece. I wont give up on you, I will anxiously watch ALL your videos and learn from them. 💔❤ KEEP ON TURNING

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks a lot, Howard! 😊

[@tedcarson2971]

Phil, I didn't see a "finished" product ....... L saw MUCH, MUCH more. Thank you!!!! When ever I get frustrated I just think of you and try. try again. Honestly, my finished pieces often leave a little bit to be desired but I'm getting better thanks to the inspiration that comes from Shady Acres.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Ted! 😊

[@williampeak8851]

I admire you for trying a very difficult piece, I know how you feel!❤️👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@robertrobb3159]

I totally agree with you about not getting carried away. God is a much better at creating beautiful designs than we ever can!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Love that! 😊

[@piratetaylor29]

Dr Phil, this piece needs a lot of CPR! CREATIVE PERSISTENCE & RECOVERY! A lifeless burn victim into a living memorial of hope. 🙏♥️🇺🇲

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@KimTippin]

I love hearing what your thinking about your process and how you see each piece. Thank you for your videos! Beautiful work!! God bless!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Kim, I truly appreciate your comments!

[@blessedsinner8686]

That's my favorite part of @PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop videos too

[@jimmiller4823]

It's beautiful even before turning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kenbrewer2322]

Super beautiful that’s an awesome piece of wood

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

If only it would have worked out, Ken. 😊

[@dougmorgan6819]

My heart sank each time the video went into slo-mo. What a shame it couldn’t get there. But I always appreciate that you take us along the journey, Phil. Your videos are much more informative as a result.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Doug! 😊

[@rockybosarge]

We learn that sometimes things in life don't work out the way we plan. That is when we have to let go and let God. Thanks for sharing. This is not a failure but a lesson in life.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@Mike-mm2bt]

It’s beautiful and gnarly good work Mr. Anderson

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Mike! 😊

[@CarolWimer]

Phil you did a great job. So much more wood, I enjoy your teaching, and the way you look at wood. My son was a photographer his business name was His Eyes. I think you see wood the way he saw a photo shot. I lost him 2 years ago so it was nice to see him in you. So thanks for that wonderful memory of my son.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@erikvangoethem2777]

I admire your courage to keep on going in spite of all troubles it gives

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Erik! 😊

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

I love the fact you don't take the easy way out and epoxy the pice together. The all natural finished pieces you make are absolutely beautiful thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Garet! We are of a like mind! 😊

[@erictownsend4236]

I think the bottom looks like volcanic flow! Beautiful!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@richardovind3348]

Great that you showed what can happened, we need to see that also so we stay respectful and cautious!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😂

[@H.Allen.C]

It really is beautiful. I could look at that for hours.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@huberthicks9080]

Video showed why you stand where you do. Very helpful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes! Imperative! 😊

[@lucasb1324]

Beautiful colors It's easy to be a hindsight. But the piece was beautiful as it was, for example just hanging on the wall. 🧡🧡 Carsten

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bennetthicks5974]

You gave it a true effort! Good try Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@davidnickell9381]

...and this is why you never stand in the line of fire! Thanks for sharing this one.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Exactly! 😊

[@alanbutler1657]

Amazing tenacity, I understand why you never want to give up.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Alan! 😊

[@SusanneMilewski-b3q]

Valiant effort! I respect your perseverance!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that! 😊

[@celiacomeau1]

Oh man... that could have been so cool looking!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's what I'M talking about, Celia! 😊

[@richardmason902]

Photos of the previous turning look really great.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like them, Richard!

[@bryanmccabe3632]

thanks, i thought i was the only one that had problems , live and learn

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, sooo many problems, Bryan! 😊

[@bryanmccabe3632]

If it wasn’t a challenge it would be boaring

[@randytaylor73]

Brilliant effort Phil. Thanks for sharing, not all was disappointing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Randy! 😊

[@jeanlong4285]

It was a wonderful piece of wood. I thought it looked like a volcano field. Thanks for trying.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jean! 😊

[@chrispark3758]

That was a beautiful piece of wood. To bad it did not stay together so you could have finished it. I was really looking forward to seeing it finished. O well. On to next project. Thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You and me both, Chris! Thank you for watching and commenting! 😊

[@billmaxwell640]

Going back several years, during my early turning adventures, I tried to save several great pieces that cracked or fractured. No matter how well I glued, clamped, and epoxy filled, eventually they all succumbed to centrifugal forces. It took a while but I finally learned to either drastically reduce the bowl size or, more often, throw it on the kindling pile. Great relearning video….thanks Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Bill! 😀

[@bethjohnson2793]

I felt so bad! I'm so sorry but you can do it with another one I know. I love watching you work it reminds me of my Dad. Your a human with a beautiful soul. Thanks for the peace you share.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Beth! 😊

[@butchiechill8637]

I looking forward to see the end thought it was going to be a really cool turn

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It was just tooo dry from the forest fire, Butchie.

[@jimputnam7539]

Dang, I was looking forward to seeing that piece done. Everything happens for a reason I guess. The piece sent to your son is amazing!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, I was hoping for the same kind of piece but the wood was just to dry to stay together. 😊

[@cldstsshwsks]

I think you are just great, I love your persistents !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Christine! 😊

[@darrylaltizer8486]

I love your never give up attitude!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Darryl, thank you! 😃

[@royboggs3849]

You try stuff that most of us would never attempt ...so BRAVO Phil & a tip of the hat to you, good man!👏👏👏👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Roy, thank you!

[@lucasb1324]

I'm glad you're not drowning the pieces in recin. Your bowls etc. are so very naturally beautiful or "vackra" Carsten Sweden

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like them, Carsten, thank you!

[@tonylyons5665]

Agreed! Resin feels like cheating to me. Love that you don't go that route Phil.

[@piratetaylor29]

Dr Phil, it looks like a lava flow from Hawaii. Do what you do best, bring it to life! How exciting. 👍🏻♥️🇺🇲

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ruthejohnson511]

wow!! it was such a pretty piece of wood... sorry it fell apart!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Ruthe, thank you! 😊

[@stevebrakefield1287]

looks like it might have been through a couple fires from the looks of the knots one of the knots looked like a heart. don't apologize for soothing out of your control it would have been a Beautifull piece. ||||

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Steve! 😊

[@thinklikeadog007]

coolest turner with sprite attitude FUN To WATCH!!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, thank you! 😊

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

It is a beautiful bowl bottom all smooth and shiny. It is stunning and as you say looks like the beach by the sea. Wow it is awesome.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Kobie, I'm really glad you like it! Phil

[@scottcates]

Lots of heart in this work. Thank you for sharing, Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jackgrayson832]

I love the process Phil... I'm with you, set it aside try gain at another time... just to interesting to give up on.... love yall...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Jack! 🙂

[@scottknop1172]

You'll turn anything strange. I love it. Hope you do finish it. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

About a month later I spent two days working on this. I glued everything back together, turned it and it fell apart, again. I glued it again and it came apart again. I threw it over the bank out back. Life is just too short! LOL! I think the problem was, having been in a fire, the wood was just too dry to hold together but I gave it my all, Scott.

[@tinaharbit1806]

Wow! The detail is phenomenal! Loved your talking through it with us! You tried your best. Good lesson!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Tina! 😊

[@argusfleibeit1165]

That was wild. Just goes to show what can happen. Thanks for letting us share in that educational moment. Take care!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks! 😊

[@victorrobinson4369]

So far this piece is beautiful

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, so far... 😊

[@beatricethomas3056]

I am a “watcher”, not a “worker”, and share your fascination with the natural look of wood. I admire your ability to listen to the wood and follow its direction instead of forcing your will on it. This is a particularly fascinating piece, but it wanted to rest in peace in its natural state, not as a bowl. It had already been through a fire. Kudos for giving it the respect it deserved.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Beatrice, for your kind comment! 😊

[@karenh789]

Your determination is an inspiration to other wood turners. I'm glad you put this video out for others to learn from. Speaks highly of you. It was really a pretty piece of wood even though fire is so destructive.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Karen! 😃

[@donscottvansandt4139]

Dangit Phil! I still think you can make a beauty out of it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I worked on it for three more days after this video. It kept coming apart in different areas. the wood was just too dry from the fire. Finally threw it over the bank out back. Life is just too short! 😀

[@H.Allen.C]

Don’t give up on it. It’s beautiful. If it can’t be a bowl then maybe an art piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lindawilliams9880]

Nature’s beauty cannot be topped.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Well, I agree but it might have been nicer if it could have stuck together! LOL! Thank you, Linda!

[@sidratstudios]

Very educational.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad but don't forget frustrating! LOL! Thanks for watching! 😊

[@tracychamney7178]

what a shame! I love the fact you still shared this with us

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It was a heart-breaker...

[@kenanderson9331]

That's not bad wood, it's a wonderful opportunity to create.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😃

[@rayworstine4399]

Good evening, Phil. You know, as I was watching this video, I think I felt just like you at each stage of this project. The beauty was there, revealing it was elusive. I read in the comments what the rest of the story was. You are correct, there is other wood to turn and life is too short. I spend my winters in a warmer area of our country where they have a wood shop with, among other things, 12 wood lathes. We have many turners, one being 89 years of age. He rough turns 2-5 bowls a day and finishes several as well. He is the first one in the shop each morning. The picture of the bowl you gave your son is amazing. Thanks Phil for being you. Christmas as nearing, I hope yours will be warm and full of memories.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds like a cool place to be in the winter, Ray! Thank you and Merry Christmas to you! 😊

[@lewisgreenway5065]

Oh that was painful to watch, but you can't win em all Phil. Good job you have lots of other wood to turn, keep smiling.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, it kinda hurt my feelings but I got over it. Thanks for watching, Lewis! 😊

[@andymiars4577]

Can’t win ‘‘em all. Love your work dont stop doing what you do

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@RogerHall-y1s]

I love the comment you made in this video. It is not what you do sometimes its what you don't do. Absolutely

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, experience has taught me that! 😊

[@ianfiddes9871]

The most difficult pieces can give the most eye catching works of art; only a thought that others have mentioned cries out for re-glue and a resin soak and finish for a sublime piece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I saved the pieces, Ian, and spent three days gluing, turning, re-gluing and re-turning. Then I threw it over the bank out back. The wood had been in a forest fire and was just too dry to stay together. As for resin, that's just not me, at least, not at this point in my turning. I prefer to let my pieces be as natural as possible. I do enjoy watching others use resin, like Andy Phillip. He's the master as far as I can tell. Phil

[@ianfiddes9871]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Yes there are a few out there Zac Higgens, Nick Zammeti, House of resin (England) Jim Overton (England) Emily Meder, to name but a few all great at their respective discipline in resin. I have the Pressure pots, Vacuum pots, vacuum and compressor pumps but like you I like the natural look, but unlike you I'm not a purist by any means and after 55 years still learning and will try anything with many many catastrophic and spectacular fails lol. Love watching you and others turning, always love the end products, I will keep going till I can no longer hold the chisels or have to get someone to chuck up for me :-). Best regards and many happy days at the lathe. Ian

[@jean-louishoules5198]

Thanks Phil for this very instructive video, I'm used to say that a good lesson is never free. Hi from France.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad it was helpful, Jean-Louis! Thank you for watching!

[@bryanmccabe3632]

what a piece, thanks, BM, aka, Woodbutcher

[@dennisnewsky7890]

That peace of wood looks amazing!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's what I thought, Dennis.

[@roo1314]

Thanks. Great video. It's nice to see a "failure" instead of a magnificent final product. If other turners are like me, the blowups result in either a discarded piece or, on occasion, a completely different result from the original intent. It's amazing how the wood speaks to you and leads you off in a different directions or, simply tells you it just "ain't gonna work dude!" Thanks again. I'm going to watch the video where it turned out right.

[@sharonchristian8508]

Phil I did 18 ten foot latia poles by hand with a draw knife from the Chediski fire in north east Arizona. I used them to support my deck. What I learned from that was that the pitch in the pine turns into resin from the heat of the fire and the wood developed glorious color from the resin. When I first was watching you turning this piece I wanted you to turn it over so the rough pattern was on the bottom and the charred area that you had to remove anyway became the inside of the bowl. I hope you find another charred piece of pine to try this. I think you will like the result keeping the integrity of the wood and getting rid of the char. Best regards Sharon

[@kerstin4516]

Dear Phil, I'm a woodturning beginner and find it absolutely interesting to watch you thinking and trying to get the wonder out of the log. Failures are very helpful. Thanks for letting me participate. Greetings from snowy Germany!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Kerstin, for reaching out all the way from Germany! 😊

[@drumbag]

Amazing, almost volcanic. Well done again 👏👍🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Steve! Phil

[@georgelomas9873]

Well done Phil, one of my favourite but hard to find Burls

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@vickirothe3761]

I have been gradually working my way through your videos and enjoying them immensely. I am glad you have decided to share mishaps along with less challenging pieces due to the complexity of the original piece of wood. By sharing your thought process as you tackle complex natural blanks, you providing a chance for even a casual viewer, like me, to learn something new. I truly hope you aren't ever injured when pieces break off and take flight. Stay safe and well, and thank you for all you share. 👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

What a kind, uplifting comment, Vicki, thank you! 😊

[@davidharwood9552]

Looking forward to you making something of what’s left , even if does not emboldened more turning you mentioned chaired. Let it return from the ashes.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I kept all the pieces and spent three days gluing, turning, regluing and returning. Then I threw it over the bank out back. The wood was just too dry from the forest fire and would not stay together.

[@robinrummel1359]

I had only watched the intro and clicked "like"! To me it is a beautiful piece without doing anything which goes with what you said... wood turning is often more about what you don't do. I'm watching now to see the outcome. I've watched some of your other vids and enjoy your craftsmanship, respect and appreciation for the beauty in each piece of wood.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I hope you were not as disappointed as I was, Robin. A couple months after this video, I spent three days gluing, turning, re-gluing, turning and finally threw the piece over the bank out back. The piece had been in a forest fire and was just too dry to stay together. I hope you saw the similar piece at the end that I did successfully turn. It is because of that one that I tried so hard with this but it just didn't work out. Thank you for watching and commenting, much appreciated! Phil

[@geraldsimon3268]

I would like that as the top. It's beautiful.

[@sandracole574]

I just saw this. Yours was a valiant effort. It would have been gorgeous. Love the previous one you gave to your son. I love how you do your "natural" pieces (as you call them) I think they are the very best. As a beginner I have done a couple less challenging natural pieces myself ....inspired by you. Thank you!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Sandra! I love that you are trying something a little different. Enjoy and thank you for watching and commenting! 😊

[@anneandgregrobison8120]

We all learn good lessons from what might have been. Like my daughter who kept falling off the bike...it made the final sucess that much more sweeter. 🚴

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Very true!

[@denocro3586]

You might not have ended up with a finished piece Phil but take heart in the fact that you have given us some important insights into the risks as well as the rewards of doing pieces like this. Thankyou for sharing. Denis.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Denis! 😊

[@ianfiddes9871]

Stunning piece; love the history that goes with it. Best regards from West Scotland

[@martincotterill2132]

It’s true what they say that some you win and some you lose and to my way of thinking you haven’t lost anything because it wasn’t your fault and I’m sure if you thought about it some more after sometime you could come up with a different idea for that piece And yes, I’m sure it might look very different in the end, but that’s got to be okay. Every day is a school day. Really looking forward to whatever you produce next you are my go to guy for wood turning videos more than any of the other Turner I’ve seen on here🙂🙂

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly, Martin!😀

[@robertbourke7935]

Great work Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! Most of the time, I actually get them done! LOL!

[@ronniehyde6649]

As an artist I know from experience that not all good ideas work out; but you still had the process to enjoy.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

There's always that, Ronnie. This was a learning experience, for sure! Phil

[@donchurchill8177]

Thank you Phil for you videos. I was having a hard time figuring out how to put my burl on the lathe until I saw you cut one in half. I had already cut mine in half but because of the inclusions and the odd shape I couldn’t figure out how to do it. Then I decided to cut it in half again, so I cut it into quarters. This made everything come together. I’ll put a picture of it on my Instagram page when I’m done. Thank you so much for your KZbin channel. I really enjoy it. You do a great job.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Don, I'm glad you worked it out! 😊

[@raymondcoggins297]

Love the look

[@susandavis1794]

Howdy Phil, We just finished watching the burned pine episode. You touched on something Garland and I were discussing last night. You look at your wood and it speaks to you. You cherish what nature brings to the wood. We watch other turners and they seem to want to turn away the character that you appreciate. My analogy to Garland was like breaking a horse. You can allow the horse to learn your expectations while allowing his spirit to soar or train him to the point you break his spirit. You won't believe this but you are an artist. The wood whisperer. You respect the wood and that sets you apart from other turners we've watched. Thank you Phil. Susan and Garland Your fans in Fort Worth, TX

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for your very kind comment, Susan and Garland! 😊

[@brendawalker5644]

Sorry about your beautiful piece I was waiting to see the end result! Can’t be perfect every time,just keep up the good work!👍🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Brenda, I will! 😊

[@davidhoward5586]

If you stabilized this wood first it would have stayed together yet that is another three four days of work. This wood looked like a weather pattern or an old lava flow to me. Loved this piece Just a shame it was so far gone. Great videos keep them coming and thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I agree on both counts, stabilizing and weather pattern. Thanks for watching and commenting, David!

[@nancygibbs4841]

Tough calls through out the turning. Yes, it was a beautiful piece of wood, lots of character. Perhaps a similar piece will make itself known.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Nancy! 😊

[@richkeelan1312]

To bad it came apart I was really liking the texture of that piece but the first one looks Great Nice Job Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Rich!

[@rebasmirnov7507]

I felt like watching a suspense movie. I loved that piece of wood, but as someone wrote, it had suffered so much and may wanted to rest. Any way Sr. it is always a pleasure to watch your work and I will watching you each time I get a chance. GM, GA, GE!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Reba! 😊

[@garydawson3184]

It’s easy to see that your vision for what a piece can be is coupled with hope, but we don’t always get what we hope for. It’s good too see how the artisan rises above the disappointment. ‘More pieces to turn’, ‘maybe something can work out later…’. The piece had stunning character.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Gary! 😊

[@wolfgangricky]

When you finished your first turn, it looked like a perfect clock ) I know this is years ago, but your work is Awesome & a rustic clock might be something you might think about one time. This was a fun vid, Ty Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Richard! 😊

[@RobertShuman-x7y]

Hi Phil, on the pine piece you were trying to turn, you mentioned that your son brought it to you from Montana, and that there had been a forest fire. The high heat created by the intense flames acted just like metal forge,thus tempering the wood fibers to a very hard material to try and turn.Your result was reaching for the carbide tools and still not being able to achieve beautiful results. No worries, try and try again. I enjoyed the attempt anyway,Thanks. Bob in Ohio. 37:17

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Bob! 😊

[@frankbua5581]

Sorry you had a bad turn. We did learn a lot about chard wood and how it reacts to force and steel. Always a good time watching you Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for watching, Frank!

[@bmacdougall53]

Love your tanasity 🙃💜

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you!! 😊

[@djs240]

Great try. Sorry it didn’t work out. Thanks for sharing.

[@anitadeglopper2717]

Unfortunate I liked the grain lines like draped silk. Hope you work it again. You are so creative I think something good will come of it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I did try again, over three days worth. It just kept coming apart. It had been in a forest fire and the wood was just too dry to stay together.

[@gregjones3453]

Hello sir, This is one reason I don’t sand or put a finish on until I complete roughing the complete bowl, so many people rough one side and then waste time sanding and put a finish on before they finish roughing the otherside🤫 So many things can happen roughing a odd piece of wood like this one, it did have nice character to it. I’m sorry and it as happen to me before But I don’t sand anymore till it’s totally roughed and turned, if it makes it thru that then I can sand and finish. Be safe and keep a turning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds like your practice works great for you, Greg. I sometimes do as you are suggesting, but very seldom. It's just so much easier to reach every nook and cranny when the piece is facing you. Thank you for watching and commenting! Phil

[@kenromines6393]

Phil, yes, I realize that I’m 4 years late! But, it’s never too late to learn, right? I think we both think along the same lines, this piece started beautiful, but it was faulty. But it’s still a learning piece. Have yet to watch one of your videos that I did not learn something. I have almost completed an urn from a piece of Russian olive with bark inclusions and branch pieces that I think will be beautiful. I started it with you and your work as a major influence and guide. Thanks for what you do and what you have done. Keep up the good fight.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Ken! Your urn sounds amazing and I'm sure it will turn out to be beautiful! 😊

[@greerturner5925]

I was thinking storm clouds, but beach sand, too!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yeah, lots to see, too bad it didn't work out, Greer. 😊

[@watcherdude1330]

Well Mr. Anderson. You tried and tried and just that makes you a winner on this particular piece. Like they say. You can’t win them all. But it sure wasn’t from a lack of trying . I learned a ton from this video . And listening to you trying to resolve the problem was very beneficial to me. I admire your character and I will continue to watch your videos REGARDLESS of the outcome. Thanks for a very educational and entertaining 38 minutes. Take care .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I actually tried some more without recording it but it just wouldn't stay together. It had been in a fire and was just too dried out. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Mr. B! Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, much appreciated! Phil