Woodturning - Is Ironwood Really that Hard?

[@DannyNeal-g8y]

I've been turned off of epoxy by some people who seem to be using it as a substitute for material and imagination. You are using it as an enhancement, emphasizing the wood rather than the additives. Very tastefully done! And I personally think it has the perfect amount of being. Good job!

[@DannyNeal-g8y]

Bling, not being! Stupid spell check!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@kalesmythe]

This is super pretentious and reading this comment created some sort of disturbance in my brain chemistry. Thanks. You can't buy that.

[@davidgiesfeldt6650]

Love it, agree about the possible over use but this is beautiful. Love to see it lit from the inside.

[@Bob_Adkins]

Wood turnings are examples of skill and eternal beauty. Epoxy isn't eternal, though it will last a while before becoming scratched, brittle, and cloudy.

[@sharlene6591]

Love that the video thumbnail was of the wood and not the finished item...it made the journey even more enjoyable 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@melibabe]

Finished breakfast, moved to the couch, and thought “Oh, Friday! Woodturning while I finish my tea!” Makes a great start to my day. Thank you!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much! What a nice comment!

[@kalesmythe]

Nice and succinct. Good

[@OzfGP35]

It's beautiful Jim 😊

[@stsfuzzybear4613]

Another Friday, another Jim Day. As always beautiful work. Luckily hubby doesn’t mind Friday being Jim Day. He even reminds me if he thinks I’ve forgotten.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That’s a good man! Thank you very much!

[@biscuitsmcgravy394]

Beautiful. The wood is the star of the show and the resin is a perfect accent.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jodimaher2389]

😮 It's beautiful. The resin is amazing. It's just beautiful piece. The ironwood is beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@mitchvandyk8325]

I think the colour of the resin went very well with the colour of the wood. She’s a beauty!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@alexandriamonk2345]

Wow, Jim! This is going in my top 10, for sure! Definitely top 5 as far as hollow forms! As soon as you cut the wood in half, I was silently chanting "hollow form, hollow form, hollow form! It's been a while since he's done one!". The movement in it is truly artistic. It's moodier than you usually do your pieces, but I LOVE it. The color of the Epoxy Resin hypershift is beautiful! I can appreciate a bit of transparency, so at least on this side of the camera it compliments the wood perfectly. The wood has so much character, I love that it's center focus! See you next week, Jim! We'll get to 130k. I can feel it!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@MisheleWalkerLPC]

Wow! They just seem to get better and better. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@robboland9857]

The profile is great, like the color. A stunning work of art sir. Thanks for sharing your outstanding and beautiful work. One of the best turning channel on KZbin, if not the best.🌿 👍👍👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you kindly!

[@silentwitness333]

One of your videos popped up on my feed. I am blown away at the beauty of the items you make. Now I have to go back and watch more 😅😅

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching

[@BonitaHughlett]

I've never seen ironwood used like this. It's truly an amazing wood. Didn't know the name for that beautiful "glow" that some wood grain has - chatoyance - lovely. The epoxy is just right to compliment the wood. It's perfect!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mamacat1956]

As always, this piece is gorgeous. The wood grain is mesmerizing. HyperShift is KING! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks so much!

[@jennyssewingroom6324]

I'm really agreeing with the people who love that the wood shines through on this one. I love color and stuff but letting the wood go forward was a great choice!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@mindyhorton4288]

Love your videos. Such beautiful pieces. The ironwood bowl is stunning. What you create really are works of art. Thanks for sharing your craft with all of us.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mjrulez100]

It's Saturday morning here in Australia. I'm glad to see you do a pure Hyper Shift project. It looks magical.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Hope you enjoy it! Thanks!

[@leisongivangomo4478]

Gorgeous! Love the wood grain with that hypershift! I can hardly wait to see what you do with the mini burl you cut off! That would make a great small covered bowl

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@eddiegust501]

You did it again Jim, beautiful wood combined with designer epoxy and hyper shift made an incredible project.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@elizabethpannell-ui6nf]

Beautiful piece. You out did yourself on this one. The HyperShift really accented the ironwood. Simply beautiful. Excellent job sir.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@nickyt3269]

shape 10 wood 10 color 10 one of the best ive seen you make. love it. designer epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thanks!

[@reppeplucw]

Love this piece, Jim. I think the resin/epoxy color is perfect -- really complements the wood's variety of colors. Your choice of form was excellent for this. Thanks for sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@Cheshyre.]

The hyper-shift looked like it had its own grain, so it, to me, looked like a part of the wood. Loved it!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lesliebrown1517]

I was amazed at the grain throughout the wood when you first started trimming it down. Absolutely wonderful. You will have some additional, gorgeous pieces in the future. I really like this hypershift; it has wonderful coloration all on its own. Beautiful work on this piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ianjenkins6570]

I finally got a vacuum chamber! I cant wait to get started using designer epoxy more in my hobby

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Have fun! Thanks

[@suepetty9225]

Beautiful mirror finish. I love the shape and the way that Designer Epoxy shins. Great job.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@pmlm1571]

No! The pigment is strong enough! Love it not "blinged-up". I think the resin and the wood look like a unity, like it is one material, not two put together--just enough contrast but not shouting out contrast. Balanced, rich, harmonious, elegant, gorgeous. This will get more beautiful to the eye every day.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Fair enough! Thanks so much!

[@rebeccawalley8042]

Love the hyper shift colors!! The subtle color changes is absolutely beautiful!! Love the Designer Epoxy finish! Makes it complete ❤😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@warrenstewart8721]

Hi Jim , Yes that’s a BEAUTY! You asked if the viewers have wood that might be suitable for Unique Turnings! I have a Lilac Root about 12”x12” round maybe! It’s been outside for several years, we use it to hold open the back gate! Quite heavy, Lilac is tough wood! It’s yours if you’d like! I sent you Myrtle Wood a few years ago!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I still have those pieces and plan to use them in an upcoming project. Just trying to come up with a creative way to use them. The Lilac root sounds interesting. I will gladly pay for the shipping if you like? Thanks!

[@warrenstewart8721]

@@SpragueWoodturning If you use the pieces of Myrtle I will gladly pay you what you think the piece is you want for it! Lilac root! I,ll measure and send you a picture!

[@kenrickjones3990]

Love this piece. The color scheme in the wood and the patterns are incredible. Beautiful piece

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@wolfgangmikeleit4630]

Dear Jim, no matter how many works of art you have already created, I admire your creativity without envy! I love your art! Sure, this is only possible with products like DESIGNER EPOXY, but the basis is your creativity. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to follow your channel this year because I spent until May 3rd in various hospitals... But now things are looking up again and I look forward to every new show from you! Best regards from Wuppertal, Germany, yours, Wolfgang.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Sorry to hear that, get well soon! Thank you very much!

[@wolfgangmikeleit4630]

@@SpragueWoodturning Dear Jim, you're welcome! It's getting better, day by day. Best regards, God bless, yours, Wolfgang.

[@travisfischer2607]

That is definitely ironwood. It grows here in Minnesota. It’s not really that hard, and it’s quite easily worked, but it is a very dense material and very very strong. It’s one of few woods that sinks in water. Ebony is another. I gave my son a small split piece of iron wood that was about twice the size of a carpenters pencil and 7 inches long. I told him to take it to school to see if anyone could break it with two hands. He had fun with it because lots of kids tried to break it, but nobody could. I’m 6’1”, 220 pounds and I couldn’t break it. It was like trying to break a 7 inch piece of iron,… hence the name.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I believe it, lol. It’s also called Hop Hornbeam here. Thanks

[@terrytenley9327]

I must say I like how you do this channel and you are a nice man who shares his craft.. Take care and be well..😊

[@traciguernsey4622]

These new hypershifts are gorgeous!!! One down, 4 to go! I always look forward to Friday after work...I know there's a new video and its a perfect way to wind down, with a new surprise every week! I'm really looking forward to seeing the rest of the colors! Fantastic job Jim!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

More to come! Thank you very much!

[@CPRustchak1969]

What a beautiful hollow form!! I love the grain of the ironwood. Gorgeous wood. I am a huge fan of turning the natural edges to face each other. The epoxy accentuates the wood rather than being a distraction. Awesome work, Jim, as usual. Cheers!! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sueparras6028]

The wood in this hollow form is spectacular. I love how the dark and light interplay with each other and the resin shows that off nicely. Awesome work Jim! ✌🇨🇦♥️

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@phillipblindenbach6978]

Thanks Jim! Love the pure hypershift pigment & the fun you had with ironwood.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@kathyoneal2478]

Awesome piece. Love the wood and also the way that hyper shift glimmers in the light. Fantastic look.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@SusanPhillips-Wheeler]

This was really lovely. So interesting to hear your comments throughout. Thanks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

[@samanthakelly4710]

These videos make me Friday. Another piece that I utterly covet! The colour is so beautiful, but the shape of the ironwood enhances the epoxy and vice versa. The shape is perfect too. I WANT!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much! Nice to know people look forward to my videos! Much appreciated!

[@billcoonley319]

Another gorgeous piece! The Designer Epoxy Hyper-shift gives it an almost galactic effect.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes it does! Thank you very much!

[@texanasimmons1761]

I REALLY LOVE this hollow form project! The shape really worked well and the grain of the wood is special! You did a wonderful job, Jim! Thank you!❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@monicabusk2020]

This is beautiful! Love the color of the epoxy against the beautiful grain. I think the ratio between epoxy/wood is spot on.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@laurenbarber1874]

When you announced the new hypershifts, this was the one I was most excited about! It certainly did not disappoint. Really lovely piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@tlbendov]

Love the piece, especially the hyper shift ❤. Makes it have a new galaxy look. The animal face is a bonus! Looking forward to what you come up with next. Happy turning!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@marilynvanderwilp3713]

Another beautiful piece, Jim. I absolutely love all the grain in the ironwood.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@mikebass823]

Boy there is a lot of cural in the wood. It does look gold when you shine the light down on it, and the Hypershift looks great. It perfect. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 👍

[@mlaiuppa]

I really like the shape of this. The color of the resin is also very complimentary to the wood.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@JW_Steed]

Beautiful work as always, Jim! Thank you for sharing, I love your videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@themeese2]

Oooohhhhh Ahhhhhh!!! I love love love that hypershift! The wood is absolutely gorgeous. The shape allows the natural curves of the wood to show to their best advantage. A beauty indeed!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@A2Laura]

That Designer Epoxy hypershift is amazing! the piece is gorgeous

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@dianeberthiaume6025]

Gorgeous! LOVE the color! LOVE THE WOOD, ooohh those curls... Another great project Jim! Have a great week!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! You too! It’s a long weekend here!

[@dianeberthiaume6025]

@@SpragueWoodturning In Quebec too, but the question is… Does long weekend exist for woodturners? 😂 Have a great one! 😊

[@janenewoodard9876]

This was very interesting, I never knew there was a wood called ironwood. You once again created a beautiful work of art. I love watching you create each new work of art.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Another name for it will be Hop Hornbeam. Thank you!

[@chrismedley2198]

I can’t believe all of the different colors that the hyper-shift creates. It’s like there are a million stars shimmering thru the epoxy thanks to Designer epoxy. The ironwood isn’t too shabby either, it’s beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

So true! Thank you very much!

[@MarleneBlezy]

The wood grain of the Iron Wood was quite spectacular. It's always a treat to see what your mind comes up with. You are very creative !!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@gordonashleysashley8864]

Another interesting project. The grain is awesome, and the hypershift really pops. Enjoy watching these, I'm not a Turner, but I live this show and the process that is used.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much for watching!

[@heleneg-l9h]

Love the pattern and great craftsmanship. Beautiful colors

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@gatorjak]

Another beautiful piece Jim!! I am totally sold on Designer Epoxy! I have a walnut and epoxy project I’m preparing now. I love the Hyper Shift, it adds so much to the colors. Thanks for another great video!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thank you! Good luck on your project!

[@randomrebekah8526]

I do love that hyper shift! Another gorgeous piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bradbutler2781]

Love the ironwood and epoxy combo. Fantastic content. Keep up the great work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@robertwells1650]

A gorgeous hollow form Jim. Love the hyper shift colour with the wood. Video made for a relaxing time after dinner. Looking forward to seeing next Fridays. Cheers

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@susanbaker8023]

Jim, that wood is marvelous. I fell in love with the colors when you were pouring in the bucket. Being from the Arizona desert, I have always loved the ironwood. Your talent is world class. ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@LeeAnneGatewood]

This is one of our favorites! The grain is beautiful & the hypershift blends perfectly with this wood

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@WaldoRochow]

Might just be my favorite piece. The wood is really the star of the show. You never disappoint!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@MikeEdwards121963glassman]

Jim I really like your turning. I just found you so I hope to watch more of you channel and think I will start following. I like DESIGNER EPOXY, I've never done anything with epoxy. But now that i have found your site I hope to start. Thank you Michael Edwards

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Welcome aboard! Thank you very much!

[@roseosfromIreland]

Hi Jim, it turned out beautiful. I looked up the iron wood tree. The buds are like the colour of shift. And the flowers in the tree are yellow . The common name for tree is Hop-Hornbeam comes from the fliwers of the Ironwood, which resemble clusters of hops. It a beautiful tree. The light through the pot is so pretty. The colour you picked pays respect to the tree, I think anyway. The wood is so detailed now the tree will live on another way. Great job as always. Have a great weekend. Take care.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, they are a very slow growing tree and this is on of the reasons they are so hard. Thank you very much!

[@jeramiahcrosier3481]

I really like the shape, and that designer epoxy sure takes it up to the next level. I find that the knot is one of the more interesting parts to look at.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks so much!

[@hughj776]

Love the shape and the ironwood. Wonderful piece. The grain is really unique. Thanks for another great video. Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@nene1333]

Amazing! The contrast of wood and epoxy color is fantastic

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@barbfilion5646]

It's another beauty, love the hyper shift. Designer Epoxy. Thanks Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@GailRobertson-l2c]

Another stunning piece, the wood is awesome and I love the shape. The resin is also great but I agree with you that a little more hypershift would have made it perfect. I look forward to your videos each week, sitting on my couch with a coffee and watching you create such lovely items, thank you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@twinmama42]

This piece is truly beautiful. Wood color/structure and resin complement each other in a very elegant way.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@snap263]

I love this piece. The wood is the star of the show and I have found when you make the wood the star your piece is stunning art! Thank you!❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@RenaLarson61]

Absolutely stunning, the hyper-shift is gorgeous and the grain in the iron wood is just amazing, I love it. Jim your work always delivers

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@beauealey9300]

Beautiful. My brother in law made me a cane out of Ironwood. I use it all the time. I really like how this ironwood vase turned out. Very nice.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Very cool! Thanks so much!

[@peterclausen1379]

Hey Jim. I just looooove your deep, clean, "down to earth-ish" voice - a voice that sends me back to my childhood memories of my grandad. That vase is so nice as well of a lot of your older pieces. Keep them video's comming ♥️.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for listening! 😂😂

[@toinettevanschalkwyk8378]

The apple shape of this project is so pleasing on the eye and the color compliment the wood perfectly. Friday night and your art kicks off every creative weekend for me. Thanks for the inspiration and keep it coming. 😎

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@StuartMcLean-u9o]

Absolutely stunning piece Jim, the wood is magic.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It is! Thanks so much!

[@emma885]

Hypershift makes everything so dynamic! Looks different every way you look at the piece. Love it!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lindawallace-radcliffe5915]

Absolutely gorgeous colours and grain look lovely with lights inside it

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@scottshafer1872]

Designer Epoxy does it again. WOW what a finish...........the red is a good color always ........... another good bowl

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@davidboettcher4367]

This piece is gorgeous! Fantastic color combination! Designer Epoxy. 🙂

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@TheBegleybunch]

I love that you make use of household items - the sour cream container. Fabulous!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes! Thank you!

[@Kathy11271957]

I really like the way the hypershift was translucent and the riples in the iron wood is wicked. Really elegant

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@suehamlet8295]

Stunning! Gorgeous! Such a warm look to it 🤎🧡💜🇬🇧

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!!

[@ODDwayne1]

Beautiful piece Jim. Nice to see the wood. Wood is beautiful in its perfection and imperfection. Wonderful 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@philgallagher1]

Another absolutely beautiful piece, Jim. I really like these Hypershift only pieces you have been doing recently. The way the light reacts through the epoxy makes it different each time you look at it. I imagine it would be wonderful with sunlight streaming through it! Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@saundrawilson3950]

I’ve become addicted to your channel. This piece is gorgeous. The red and gold hyper pigment is beautiful. It’s truly a work of art. I love it.❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much! Glad you like my channel! Much appreciated!

[@Chainwrangler001]

Absolutely stunning! Loving the hypershifts from designer epoxy. Great work, Jim. Thank you for sharing your art w/ us🙏🏼

[@SpragueWoodturning]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@ltguitar]

Another fantastic job Jim, looks awesome!! Designer epoxy rocks!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@dixiehulings9082]

And here we use iron wood for firewood. I would never have thought it would be such a pretty wood. Nice choice of epoxy. A beautiful vase. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@carahammond4292]

Fab shape, loved the purple hues in the hypershift. Looking forward to seeing the other new ones.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@deborahpasha9727]

Oh my. This reminds me of a nebula. I think that the hyper shift is the perfect medium for this look. The wood is outstanding. The grain and color match well with the hyper shift. I can't wait to see what the other hyper shift blends have to offer in a stand alone project. Wonderful piece. Great job as always.👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@johanstrieter-bh2wq]

Once again, you did a magnificent piece. The hyper shift is really cool. Have a great week and an awesome weekend. Thank you again for everything you do. It is greatly appreciated. Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Of all your hollow form shapes I’ve seen so far, this profile is my fav…like the slight doming of the top…color is gorgeous..love it!!!…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@lorainenatalino5534]

@@SpragueWoodturning …you are welcome…some day I will own one of your pieces…lol…

[@maris5951]

Another stunning piece of art!!!! This wood is fabulous! The light purple shift is definitely there while you moved it around and it is very pretty...this is a great new hyper shift!! I think the best color you could add with this hyper shift is black. I bet that would really show off the shift! Thanks Jim for another great video. Friday's wouldn't be the same without you!! Designer Epoxy I certainly typed the word "shift" a lot in my comment! lol

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Definitely will try it with black! Thank you for your comments! Much appreciated!

[@christiepot6656]

Looks awesome! I always look forward to Friday mornings to watch your next video. Thanks for what you do.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@merrileajones889]

This hollow form is gorgeous- love it! The hypershift goes so well with the wood grain. More please!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Will do!

[@paulinebradford4823]

Sweet! You just gotta love that hypershift. It's absolutely lovely, Jim. That wood is gorgeous, and the choice of colour is really pretty. Thank you for another fantastic video. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@christinesikes4889]

I love that new hyper shift!! You always make beautiful pieces.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@carolcox6408]

This piece is a new number 1 for me, Jim!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@justjen6054]

I love how you're explaining more of the technical side. I don't turn wood. I probably never will. But I love to learn. I really enjoy your channel. Greetings from Saskatoon!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you! I watch a farming channel from there, lol. Thanks