Poor Planning, Beautiful Outcome! - Wood Turning

This is a piece of FOG (Found On Ground) wood. Maybe some of you recognize it and can let the rest of us know what kind of wood it is.
I made a mistake early on and then had to cope with it and adjust all the way through the turning of this bowl. I hope I can remember to be more careful with my next piece! Finished in shellac.
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Thank you to Dave from Calmwood Creations for sending this along for all to enjoy!
Things I Like To Turn:
Live Edge Bowls, Natural Edge Bowls, Bark On Bowls, Firewood Pile Bowls, Natural Vases, Wood With Bug Holes, Cracked, Natural Voids, Knots, Ironwood. The Unusual become my Newest Woodturning Video Each Week!
What I use:
Bowl Gouges, Spindle Gouge, Skew Chisel, Parting Tool, Dovetail Tool, Face Plate Ring, Wood Worm Screw, SuperNova2 Chuck, Power Sanding Disks, Sand O Flex, Howard Feed & Wax, Sanding Sealer, Shellac, Scotch Brite Pads for Smoothing Finishes

[@johneastman7991]

If there's ever a guy that consistently can make a silk purse out of a sow's ear, you're it! Outstanding save!!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, John! 😊

[@johnconnor926]

Once again you have turned an ugly, odd-shaped piece of mystery wood into something useful and beautiful. I am never disappointed with your videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

How nice, thanks John! 😊

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

Bradford pear. This was the base cut-off of a sucker branch which grew tight to the main trunk, so not truly a crotch piece. It came down in an ice storm several years ago and was at the curb, free to take. I sent it to Phil because I knew there was something gorgeous and unique in it, but I couldn't see it. He discovered what it wanted to become! Thank you, Phil, for revealing what an ugly chunk of firewood can be! Much like Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother...... 😜 😉 Thumbs up 👆

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I never would have guessed that, Dave! Thanks for the info and cool story to go with it! Oh, and the wood! 😊

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Man, I'm here for ya! Just can't do videos.

[@mrb1060]

It’s always impressive when you show us how to work through mistakes. We all make them but as my first woodshop teacher said “the mark of a true craftsman is how they work through the mistakes”. YOU sir are a true craftsman!

[@JamesCouch777]

You can always count on Phil to make a silk purse out of a pigs ear!

[@MrBearbait75]

"It's going to become something, let's find out out what it is". That's what I like about you. You don't have a preconceived idea of what the wood should be. You let the wood become what it's supposed to be! Thank you for your talent!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I wish more folks could understand that, Paul, thank you! 😊

[@johnmeeks9618]

Phil, you don’t have a bowl, you have a dish!😀

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@pellikan64]

You take on the most awkward pieces and always seem to get something nice out of it. Well done, brave sir.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@daverossflutist]

Phiul, ever since I started watching your videos I've looked at my firewood pile in a completely different way!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That is awesome, David! I like to say, there is no such thing as firewood if you have a lathe. 😊

[@josephellis4726]

Always a pleasure to see what you can find in a piece of wood - ANY piece of wood

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks for the visit, Joseph!

[@susanmiller6023]

Gorgeous. A holiday candle with holly and mistletoe as a side piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bmacdougall53]

You never cease to amaze. Great to see you doing what you love. God is great 💜🙏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@billc.6381]

I think Dave just send you stuff and thinks “ha I’ll get him with this piece!” But as usual you bring out natures beauty!

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

Close! 😁 I sent him this one because I had no hint what it wanted to be. He's never failed to impress. I just have impressive fails.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@joannmyers-robinson4906]

WOW. Why do you always have me on the edge of my seat 👏👏👏👏. Please stay safe, healthy, and blessed 💜💜

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's my job, Jo Ann! 😊

[@joannmyers-robinson4906]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop a work of art as usual. Thanks for brighten my life 💜💜💜

[@betsy0br]

You met the challenge and as usual the results were grand.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@mikebenjamin1530]

I bet you have hundreds of silk purses by now!😃👍🏻👍🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

A few for sure, Mike! 😊

[@rayworstine4399]

Good morning, Phil. Phil, "If your tools aren't this sharp, you're not having any fun." Very true. This is a great video, a suspense thriller with a touch of humor. Your laughter is contagious. I really enjoyed watching this piece of art being created. Excellent.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ray, I'm glad we could spend some time together! 😊

[@bricofleur1768]

You ended up with another great piece of art. You can't mess up a piece of art, Phil, you're an artist! Best,

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@michaellionart4841]

Thank you for the real time pieces. To see the tool jumping about helps a lot. As a newby I thought it was me not working correctly.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@kam70111]

That is one beautiful bowl. The colour contrast between the bark and wood is just perfect.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bing143bing]

I’m amazed how you can turn something that you would never believe would look good and it turns out awesome

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Don! 😊

[@bing143bing]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop your welcome phil

[@alanhorton9020]

It looks like your followers are trying to challenge your wood turning abilities. You saved another piece of wood from the fire pit. Great job, keep up the great videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@prsearls]

Phil, with your luck, you should go buy a lottery ticket. Mine usually turn into funnels! Good job, pretty piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Good idea! 😊

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀 ❤ 🎀 ❤ 🎀

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jonathanmiddleton1141]

You’ve got this, Phil!! You’re a master craftsman!!!

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[@BobbyGriffett]

Phil you keep me on the edge with some of your ideas looks great 👍

[@denisedonovan2639]

Boy oh boy ... I've never been so nervous watching someone else turn a piece. You've done a sterling job ... again. I look forward to your artistry every week 🤩

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Denise! 😊

[@laurazakrzewski]

Another nice save Phil. Glad you got to keep the holes from the woodpecker!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Laura, thanks! 😊

[@saboomitz]

You had me on the edge of my seat. So many times I felt like yelling at the screen: “Stop Phil, stop”. But as usual you turned a piece of firewood into art! I can see why you want to keep it for yourself. God bless.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Michele! 😊

[@barrythompson7305]

Lovely piece Phil. I can't believe you took that funny shaped bit of log and made such a beautiful bowl. But that's what you do. Inspiring. Thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Barry! 😊 Cheers!

[@robertf6344]

The woodpeckers and I approve Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bobpiec]

For a peace of FOG Phil it turned out another great looking. bowl. Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Bob! 😊

[@k9insomniac783]

Phil my friend, I think just about every turner has said “we’ll, I should probably quit while I’m ahead”, just to turn the lathe back on to see if they can push the envelope a little. Lol.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Never ever make the final cut. 😊

[@mdaley3102]

Came out better than I thought. Good job Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ceciljanise2318]

Phil does it again.. I held my breath every time you took a little more off on the inside.. :)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@mandyray23]

Beautifully recovered ❤️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@dougpringle8938]

Looks good 👍 you turn firewood into treasures

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@colleenkopp56]

This turned out much better than I thought. Infact it's WONDERFUL!! A keeper!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@raydriver7300]

Part of the charm of this community is that everyone is so willing to admit their mistakes, show how they fixed them, and move on. It makes me feel better about my (many) failures 😂. That is a lovely bowl Phil 🌞

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Ray! 😊

[@davidjackson8787]

Thank you Phill I enjoy watching you work while having my morning cigar on my deck. Interesting piece you made there.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@brockshields9336]

Phil, I was anxious along with you on this one. I'm glad you stopped when you did, with only the tiniest of pinholes. Love that there are still several woodpecker holes in the bark.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Brock! 😊

[@54lespaul77]

Nice onePhil! Always cool to see you poke at a problem until you solve it. Cheers, Rick

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jinpakaituncit]

Looks like an eagle in flight.

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[@charlottesmith3672]

If this was a mistake , it was a fortuitous one. this is a beautiful bowl, and I love it, pin hole and all.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great, thank you, Charlotte! 😊

[@dougspencer3572]

You have a great imagination for turning wood. Oh well a little boo boo. It happens. Great piece,thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@DarnWhippets]

Well that turned out pretty good Phil. An excellent rescue.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@dt.woodcreations2064]

Phil, you are a true inspiration. I learned don’t give up keep on turning. Thanks.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Rock on! 😊

[@margueriteoelrich4266]

Feel what I like is the combination of nature going on there it's all of the what's remaining of the woodpeckers art work. Being here in the Pacific Northwest we love our trees the birds that nest in them the birds that can alter their appearance and the humans who enjoy them in different art forms. Enjoy watching you create works of art Phil. Thank you for sharing!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I lover your appreciation of nature, Marguerite! 😊

[@gerrychauveau2925]

Love it Phil, it looks like a big foot bowl. Brilliant 👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ronnielloyd4514]

Best piece of FOG wood I have ever seen. You are awesome.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@davidharwood9552]

Phil you’re modest your vision and skilful turning created another masterpiece. Even the pin hole 👀🪡🔍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@Texascarnivore]

Thanks for leaving the woodpecker holes.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@MikeWaldt]

An excellent example of both perseverance and skill, a wonderful looking piece Phil and a great video. Take care Mike

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for stopping by, Mike! 😊

[@kenvasko2285]

Well, when your were about halfway through turning I thought, "Well now, Phil is human." Then you finished the piece and I thought, "No, he is Super-human." Nice job once again.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks, Ken! 😊

[@kenvasko2285]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I thought you would reply, "Truth, Justice, and the American Way!"

[@jerrydempsey3490]

A very pretty M&M bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@alaskagary240]

I like it. Every time I see you tackle a interesting blank I am amazed at how positively you move forward. Inspiring. Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@chriswinter2725]

Love watching you Phil, you are a fantastic time filler, when I get time I watch you, absolutely great, I'll have that when you're done. Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

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[@randywood4782]

Good job Phil Good work master peace

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Randy! 😊

[@kellywilkins8043]

The touch of the Masters hand!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@joallawestervelt6918]

Turned out really nice for a difficult turn. I love your artwork and creations. Great videos. 💕🤗💕

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Joalla! 😊

[@julianclarke7178]

Great recovery Phil. Thanks for sharing, stay safe, Jules, Droitwich, England

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Jules! 😊

[@sherrybriggs5459]

I actually really like that it's on a little Pedestal this is one of my favorites

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@eileenirwin2778]

Turned out gorgeous. Love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@nathanchambers1006]

Most entertaining turner on the tube!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, you are too kind, Nathan! 😊

[@SilverBack.]

Great piece from a challenging lump of non discript wood 👀👏👏

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@JohnWilliams-iw6oq]

You are one of my woodworking heroes Phil, great stuff and thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@stephanielovatt2787]

This is a Cool bowl! Thank you for turning "art" bowls. It has helped me have the courage to try pieces, which others would discard.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wonderful, Stephanie! Once you get a few of these odd, or "art" bowls under your belt, it's hard to go back to just plain round. These are so much more fun, interesting and rewarding! 😊

[@donscottvansandt4139]

Looks great 👍 ! Keep thinking outside the box!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks! Will do! 😊

[@chrisjohnston2449]

Now Phil, don't let it be known that you as human as the rest of us. I have a number of bowls/funnels waiting to be fixed one day...Maybe you could do a video of correcting a bottom blow out. Keep up the amazing work

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

If I get a blowout I'll do just that, Chris! 😊

[@alinmayerthorpe7801]

Lovely bowl Phil and it certainly took all your expert knowledge to create it and it certainly is a thing of beauty, well done and thanks! Cheers Al

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Al! 😊

[@katm6]

Oops, so thin. 😊 I love it. Another fantastic bowl for my rings!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, you have a LOT of rings! 😊

[@katm6]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop - Yes, I do!

[@steveparis4058]

A great bowl and I love the look of that bark well done. Cheers

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@jamesmerkel1932]

Also, with the wings on it I'd use it as a lap fruit bowl. Call it designed that way since you're keeping it yourself 😄

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@lonniedupont]

Nice one. Always a pleasure. God bless.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks again! 😊

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

Nice job I love that you leave nature to be you pallet. Beautiful work as always. Thanks for sharing 👍.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

I like it . Its an optical illusion bowl . Looks thin but is actually pretty deep. Nice save

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Steve! 😊

[@Estwing22]

Hi Phil, I hope you get feeling better. I'd like to tell you that I miss you're pretty face but it's really your voice and demeanor that is anchoring. Thanks for that. Life gets tough sometimes, and your channel is a nice, safe, entertaining and positive place to rest for a while. I don't miss you yet cause you have enough older videos but you are missing... I hope you feel better.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Kyle! I've had my final chemo treatment a couple days ago. Now just have to wait for it to wear off and maybe I'll be much better. 😊

[@Mike-BlackMapleShop]

As usual Phil, great job, very creative use of what Mother Nature provides for you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Many thanks! 😊

[@19winston51]

I am enjoying watching ur wood turning

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad to hear it! Thank you for spending some time with me! 😊

[@curtisalbert1846]

It's beautiful Phil it's beautiful I can

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[@curtisalbert1846]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop God bless you feel I've been praying for you

[@nancygibbs4841]

I love it. At the end when you held it up I thought of an owl cozying in or playing a game of what ya git there. It’s a beautiful piece. Well done.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@ScenicCityWoodturning]

Whatever it is, it is very pretty! Another great job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! 😊

[@andymiars4577]

I like it. I just found out a friend of mine is turning bowls. Now I have someone to talk to about turning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Nothing but awesome excellent work Mr. Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Donald! 😊

[@user-cb3th7jt8d]

Wonderful video and great result. The bark is gorgeous. I’d keep that one too!

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[@NianticRiverWoodcraftingChrisN]

Another great save!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Chris! 😊

[@tomcoker9882]

Nice save. Cheers, Tom

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[@stephenmccool8127]

Intrepid! 1/16th of an inch..."plenty of room". You Crack me up and impress me at the same time. Beautiful work as always. I've seen you turn a wooden sieve and now a bowl with a drain hole. Good job making the Bradford pear Beautiful. Thank you Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Haha, thanks a lot, Steve! 😊

[@jackthompson5092]

Great turning Phil.

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[@greggmarkham36]

What a save Phil great work again

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[@sianroberts3874]

Beautiful Phil, yet again, you pulled a lovely rabbit out of an old hat! Another gorgeous bowl! I just love it with all its bark in tack with the wonderful speckled contrasts throughout its layers framing an exquisite pale cupped vessel within its frame. You certainly finished the woodpeckers job with a stunning result in this unique bowl, Phil! Thank you for inviting us along with you, have a great week and take care.💛🫂😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Sian! 😊

[@phredrocks]

Phil, you are to hard on yourself!! That bowl turned out beautifully, it is exactly how it should be, holes and all. well done sir!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Fred! 😊

[@JD-xg3ek]

Nice turning Phil. I think this dish needs to sit on an end or coffee table with some nice mints in this delicate looking dish. Thanks for the show! Joel

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[@carolyngreen1673]

Boy you sure do know how to challenge yourself sometimes Phil. Great work.

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[@faithmitchell7683]

It is a unique, beautiful bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad you like it, Faith, thank you! 😊

[@lindacook905]

A great nutbowl. Some pecans would look really good there. As always, great stuff.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@carlspringle9342]

Another beautiful creation by Phil. Absolutely gorgeous piece Phil. Thanks for sharing 👍.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carl! 😊

[@SiamWoodShop]

Turned out great Phil, intricate bit of turning towards the end. Stay well, John

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, John! 😊

[@williamellis8993]

Looks beautiful, Phil. It's so nice that you should make a stand to display it vertically. Bill

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Great idea, Bill! 😊

[@williamdodds6104]

Very nice. I just completed my very first bowl and because of people like you and The Papa 1947 and Mike Peace and Sam Angelo it was a lot easier and turned out great. If it wasn't for you all I wouldn't of got this far! Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, William! Yup, that's how I learned to turn, too! Lots of hours worth of turning videos. 😊

[@williamdodds6104]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I've been watching videos for months and testing different tools. I finally got a sharpening jig and it's great. So I had some issues with the transition from bottom to the side of the bowl...not sure what happened.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It might have something to do with the grind of your gouge. My bowl gouges have a 60° bevel. That turn is always a problem but a different grind might help.

[@williamdodds6104]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop well I ended up using my scraper that has blade in front and continues to the left.

[@davidnickell9381]

As per usual, wow!!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bryanstiles3569]

I really like seeing the holes from the wood pecker on the top. Another natural wonder. Like you said earlier about firewood. I don't look at firewood the same anymore. I see what could I make with that. Lol. Another 1 of a kind amazing piece Phil.

[@calmwoodcreations3709]

You should see the stack of blanks in my garage, in that case. There's a lot more where this one came from!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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[@bryanstiles3569]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop That's ok. I have piece I would love to see what you could do with it. Or turn it into. Lol

[@jonmartineau1004]

You sure brought out the best of that FOG wood Phil . I was on pins and needles watching you go down that bowl . That was a great save using the tenon .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Ha, embarrassing to be stuck using the tenon but, it worked! 😊