Woodturning - The Wormy Myrtle Bowl

[@SpragueWoodturning]

So there seems to be some confusion as to what I said in the voiceover. This channel is not changing, it will be here, I’m not changing it one bit. I see the need for these long instructional videos and I will be here for you each week! My plan is it to start an additional channel that will feature the same project but in a condensed format for people that don’t need or want the instruction. I’m sorry for any confusion that this may of caused! I love my loyal subscribers, safe turning! Jim

[@robertrose7489]

The confusion was apparently of my comment. No worries it was only a suggestion.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Trust me, there’s a ton of comments thinking I’m changing my channel, your not alone, lol.

[@marjieyoung9570]

@@SpragueWoodturning I think a second channel would be quite popular for those who just want to see "the magic" happen. It would be ideal for those who just want to see a hunk of wood turn into an amazing work of art in a dozen minutes. I have noticed there are turners who quite successfully entertain their subscribers with witty banter, jokes, and antics (Nick Zammeti for example) but again, I think those turners are more focused on entertaining rather than instructing. I personally am not a wood turner, but I love watching it done. I am one of those strange people who enjoys learning things so I'm quite snug as a bug in a rug not only watching "the magic" happen, but also learning from you *how* it happened. I'm one of the weirdos who watches documentaries for fun. 😂 I love your channel and appreciate all your hard work and that you patiently explain so much. I also think your idea to start a second channel would do very well. (I managed to worm in a bug reference in honor of this video's project. 😉) As one of your American subscribers I'm especially looking forward to both your July 1st and 4th videos. 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Marjie, I totally see the need for an additional channel without the bla, bla, bla in it, lol. Thanks for watching and subbing!

[@pmlm1571]

I thought the distinction you made was clear. I like these long videos because the turning is so soothing to watch, and I love to see the beauty which emerges. The information is fine too, it's interesting. So I like the long ones for entertainment; and I suppose short versions would have an attraction for many people. Thanks!

[@dudleycooney6892]

I don't think I would be watching your shorter edited video's. I enjoy being able to see just how much craftsmanship goes into turning and creating a piece of work the way you are doing it now. Thanks for sharing your abundant knowledge with us who just have no idea how much work goes into everything you do. Thanks Dudley from South Africa

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@robertjohnston4304]

I don’t know about anyone else but I love the full videos, and I watch them all the way through. Thank you for sharing your knowledge !!!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@lindahensley4161]

Don’t change. I’m a 74 retired history teacher from North Carolina who loves watching the whole process.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Got it! Thanks

[@wendellharriman1830]

Jim, do not change anything! My wife and I enjoy watching the process you use to create these wonderful pieces.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Cool, thanks

[@marynull4831]

Just so you know, I hit pause more than I hit fast forward. I have learned so much from you about so many things. Thanks for your thoughtfulness.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You are so welcome! Thanks

[@cynthiacarl6391]

I’m a 75 year old artist crafter and quilter and I love your videos just the way they are, they explain everything so well!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@lokibottleoff9550]

I really love long videos. It's great how you explain all the steps of your work and the tools you use.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@gregdagg9305]

Jim, this old retired carpenter from Alberta, that is just beginning turning, gets a lot of useful information from your videos as they are..I can see where some would appreciate a shorter version, but, I have the time to watch it all.. Very nice..

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks Greg!

[@garygronborg8154]

Glad you are keeping this channel. I've been turning for 22 yrs and only like those who voice over with details. Keep up the good work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@maddieadams75]

Beautiful bowl…..I’m sure some people would love a condensed version of your tutorials. I personally prefer full length tutorials. ♥️

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@yvonnehughes3036]

This bowl just jumped out at me. The natural designs are just fantastically beautiful. I really d just kove this piece

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@mikerolli9469]

Sir, I enjoy your videos exactly as they are. That said, per your question around the 20min mark, I'm an analytics person, and like your idea about the 2nd channel. Let me recommend, a potentially simple solution. All of your pieces are great and you currently do a lot of video editing (speeding things up, talk overs, etc. ), which is all very informative and helpful to the aspiring turner', but may dissuade some watching for ASMR purposes. Therefore, rather than having to create separate content for each channel, just provide two separate edits. This channel (like it is, or shorter to target a different audience), and the other would include all that footage that currently either speeds by (i.e. minus the time lapse), ends up on the cutting room floor, or has speak - overs. Analytics suggest a large media market in ASMR related engineering and hand-made craftsmanship. Again, I enjoy your videos currently, but you probably have the footage you need already to appeal to/target a potentially larger audience. 👍 keep up the good work!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I shot this video sometime ago and seriously debated putting the two videos on my channel but thought people might get confused. This is why I thought of starting a totally different channel for the faster condensed videos. Thanks for your input! Jim

[@williamrice2683]

I am wood turner and look forward to the instructional videos with the discussion. Finding these while we were enduring COVID-19 was the one positive thing that came of it. Although my wife says haven’t you seen that one already. I am amazed that the ten minute format gets 1.2 million subscribers. It must as you said draw a different audience. You should try it.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I totally want to try it, I will always have the long version on this channel for the turners that are looking for the details, thanks!

[@wesleyehowell]

Beautiful. I don't turn wood. I'm a musician, but I definitely recognize the talent that all you woodturners have. I also enjoy hearing what you're doing and why. It gives a good, personal touch to your videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks for watching!

[@stuartmanstible-cutlass8425]

Glad to be able to binge on your old videos Jim! Great to see how your work and techniques have evolved over the years

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you like them! Thanks

[@pjseiber2774]

I like the way you are doing right now. I wouldn't be very interested in the shorter version. I'm a beginner and I come for the instruction. Great videos I look forward a new one. That bowl is awesome. As always thanks for sharing 👍 😊 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Don’t worry, I’ll still be doing theses detailed videos too, you’ll just have an option, lol. Thanks

[@leisongivangomo5656]

I agree!

[@joekrebsbach2000]

I am a turner with about 15 years of turning experience and i really enjoy your commentary. The only reason I skip forward is limited internet service.. I am sure others would like shorter videos but I appreciate the full length versions. Thanks for sharing them.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The long ones will always be here for people like you! Thanks

[@woodwormpaul1893]

Jim I like things just the way they are when you explain everything you’re doing it helps new turners like me very much your projects always look great

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Paul!

[@kevinbooth2063]

Jim, I enjoy hearing a voice explaining what you are doing or why it did what it did. I learn a lot from the instructional videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Don’t worry, the long vids will be here on this channel, thanks

[@patriciamay638]

This bowl is quite interesting. The choice of colour complements the wood elegantly. The random pattern from the bugs is a welcome change from large areas of resin. Thanks for video.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@westitzer]

Myrtlewood grows only in Oregon, USA, and in Israel. My father-in-law bought Myrtlewood burls in OR and made wall clocks out of them. Used up a ton of Varethane to coat them. $$$$.

[@markanslow5096]

Another brilliant video Jim, the reason i subscribed to your channel was due the voice over giving us a clear description of the whole process. Over the last six months i have learnt and put into practice some of your methods helping me and i am sure other subscribers. Keep safe and keep doing these informative videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I will always do theses long format vids, thanks

[@michelefretts1758]

Awesome bowl! One of the reasons you are my favourite to watch is all the talking, I really appreciate the information / explanations and the way you give your opinion on tools, finishes….. keeps me looking forward to the next video just to see what you are going to create!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great, that won’t change, all I want to do is start another channel with short videos of the same projects that I make here. Thanks 😊

[@bbelen61]

I really like the long version. I really enjoy listening to instructional videos vs the fast speed videos. Haven't missed a video yet Jim. Keep up the great work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great, thanks!

[@stephanielovatt2787]

I like this bowl! It has real character. I'm a great fan of orange, so that makes it doubly cool! Nice one!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@morgancalvi6675]

It should have been a giant hockey puck...I wonder how big the largest hockey puck is. I bet it would be a huge seller.

[@deelight1490]

As a fairly new wood turner I watch a lot of guys here just to learn some different techniques and I have used a thing ot three from yer channel so I enjoy all the teaching that ya do. Keep up the awesome work! Thanks again and as always loved the project!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks for watching!

[@danepowell3128]

I love the detail and voiceover. If I am in a hurry, I can move it ahead myself. Your videos are the absolute best of all that I watch. Have a great weekend!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Your too, thanks Dane!

[@kandacebice3118]

I enjoy your watching. listening. It can be mesmerizing. I enjoy listening to your voice as well and your thought processes. I am a fairly recent widow. The company helps.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Sorry for your loss! Thanks for watching!

[@SethDowns]

I hear what you're saying but I come here for the insight into the process--I think you're right that some would enjoy the condensed entertainment, but I'm sticking around to see the process and the issues and fixes--every one is different!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The long version will always be done by me, I now see the need for that! On the second channel it would just be a condensed version of the same video for non turners and such, thanks

[@sallyratti3994]

I’m a beginner and love your videos. Sometimes I watch them several times and always have the option of skipping ahead to get to the part I want to focus on. Thank you for these!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimbenge9649]

I think I would have called this video, 'More Hole than Bowl'. 😂🤣😂 I look forward to your videos coming out each week. Don't need to change a thing for me. 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Jim!

[@vrijevoeten]

I watch your video's becaust it's very relaxing watching people making beautiful things, even though I could never afford one myself, your stuff is sublime!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@janeoverby2151]

O love how you laugh at yourself. This turned out cool. And I like the instructional videos. You are an artist Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

If you can’t laugh at yourself, you don’t deserve to laugh at anybody else’s, haha. Thanks

[@ludwigscherdel3588]

Hi Jim. Please keep on talking. Your down to earth talk is one of the reason I watch your show. I feel I stand beside you and learn. Looking forward to hear more from you. Be well. Ludwig

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you, I will

[@leisongivangomo5656]

This bowl is beautiful! Your color choice is perfect! It’s worthy of owning! I really like the voiceover that you do. You answer the questions I have. I find your videos enriching. I can see the value of short videos for the viewers who are not interested in the full process of how or why something is created. There is also something cathartic about watching something being created with or without ASMR. I am guilty of skipping over portions in other videos where the presenter strays off topic or when random movie clips or other platforms are in inserted. I tend to avoid the channels that do that.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

This is exactly what I was talking about, that’s the type of viewer I want to attract. I will always do the longer ones, I now see a need for it! Thanks 😊

[@christinewesley9599]

Jim, I like the way you explain what you are doing as you are doing it!! I watch your videos to learn how to do woodworking! I like the long versions. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@raydriver7300]

Quote of the week: “Should have used mold release, Jim.” Far be it for me to advise but I find paste wax helps lubricate my band saw jig 🌞, although mine is very basic compared with yours. Keep up the good work, I love your expertise and voice over

[@SpragueWoodturning]

A better type of plywood would of been better, I might top is with melamine too. Thanks

[@prime8ate]

I appreciate your thorough discussion about bowl finishes - pros & cons. It will be interesting to follow your further exploration. Thanks for letting us learn with you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Additional option on wormy wood (if solid) is to turn the bowl, and remove the surface frass with air, brush, and/or pick. Then brush or paint a fast resin on in stages to fill the now cleaned surface holes. Still takes time, but uses less resin. I heat treat my wood or run it through the pressure pot dry to make sure the bugs are dead. Give the short option vids a try and see how they are received. May not be worth the extra editing time, but then you will know! 10-20 is my preferred, unless it is a step by step which requires more full detail. Btw, bowl turned out great.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Valerie, I didn’t mention it but I ran this piece through the kiln before turning it just to be sure. Jim

[@valeriehenschel1590]

@@SpragueWoodturning smart!

[@phyllisdemuth9410]

I am not a wood turner, however I am a maker. I have various interest and do many different products. I like your video's as they are. I have picked up some ideas and tips from you that I have used in some of my projects. Keep up your talented work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The videos will remain the same, I’m just going to start another channel that will have short video’s of the project for the people that don’t want the bla, bla, bla. Thanks!

[@tjhafen31]

Another great bowl, I only watch to see if you can get your castings out of the molds! HaHa!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I’m sure your not alone, haha. Thanks

[@tjhafen31]

@@SpragueWoodturning I like the long videos, but will watch the others as well.

[@janetreiche673]

Interesting wood and once again thank goodness for epoxy. I enjoy your talking and voice overs. They explain your method to your wood turning madness. Your tips and explanations help me to learn.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Janet!

[@TheFerrett3]

The voice over is the best part?

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Most people do, thanks

[@leisongivangomo5656]

I agree with you sir, the voice over is the absolute best part of these videos...besides the exquisite artwork being produced!

[@TheFerrett3]

@@SpragueWoodturning is it possible to do a piece in sparkly lime green? Or using a dark wood?

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I do a ton of walnut on the channel, I guess I don’t cast any of it tho. Sparkly lime green, hummmm

[@ronjohnson5477]

i completely enjoy your videos the way they are Jim. there's lots of insightful tips in them. I haven't been turning all that long so constantly search the web for ideas. Yours are some of the best.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you Ron

[@dtork47]

Love the idea of a shorter video option, good idea. I imagine I will continue to watch the longer more instructional one. Thanks again Jim, love turning spalted Myrtle when I can get it!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I would like to get some myrtle that’s normal so I can see what it actually looks and turns like, lol. Thanks

[@marilynhohnstein8477]

I love the looks and carving myrtle wood. The wormholes really add another dimension.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@numerian4516]

I’m not interested in woodworking myself, I just like watching the beautiful art you create. Myself, I enjoy the voice over. You get to hear/learn so much, especially about the types/figures of wood prior to the project. Yo also get snippets about the person themselves which draws the viewers in and make them apart of the channel by getting to know you. I get lost in watching all the steps so I’m oblivious of the vid length, I like the content exactly as it is. I’ve been binging your channel since YT suggested it, never knew/realized this type of vids were out there.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thanks for your feedback, I really appreciate it!

[@robphone4895]

The length is no problem for me. I watch the videos as instructions and like the details. So thank you and keep them coming!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Rob!

[@raydriver7300]

My attention span is getting shorter but I watch your videos all the way through and thoroughly enjoy them. With the marvels of modern science people can always increase the speed up to two times should they wish. I am happy to sit quietly for forty minutes or so in awe watching a master at work 🌞

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Ray! I really appreciate it!

[@dustycornerscalgary2208]

We watch the whole video ,fast forward if need be,but I can always learn something new from my KZbin tutors. thanks for sharing stay safe

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@PHIL_S]

I like the current format as I look at you videos for entrainment, inspiration, how-to, and instructional. Thanks for sharing

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Phil!

[@vickipearson2643]

Not even a turner but love the craft so appreciate the long version with all the information you include.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@mauman97]

I enjoy watching your videos no matter how long they are. You make cool stuff and I enjoy seeing and hearing how you do things.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks 🙏

[@Zincchromeshema]

I sure don't mind the length of your videos, in fact I really like how informative they are. I make things that take months so long processes are right up my alley.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Lol, thanks. This channel will remain the same! Jim

[@oldmanriverwoodturner]

I get a lot of useful info from your videos as they are. As the nearest club to me is over an hour drive away I've learned most of what i know about turning from videos, reading, and practice. Keep up the good work with your videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Dale, the long videos will always be here on this channel. Jim

[@captainimij]

I like the long videos because it's 10times better than what's on TV. Your skill with the wood is amazing ,you're not boring and you produce great content.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks! The long ones will be here, Jim.

[@Joel-xk9tn]

We have three of your bowls. My wife Dale N. is hooked and the wedding season has been very expensive. But the new brides love the gifts. Thanks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you for your purchases! Dale’s one of my best customers, I love wedding season, lol.

[@krystelcompton840]

I really love your work. I'm restoring an old Craftsman for my first lathe. Watching your videos has given me so much insight. Thank you!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@blaufman]

Great result. As for video length - I often go for shorter videos, but there's a few channels where I watch the longer videos cuz I know I'm guaranteed to learn something - yours is one of those. To me, it's worth the extra time - I just watch them when I'm in a position to dedicate the time and maybe make some notes.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Got it! Thanks.

[@soniaminter6665]

I like your videos, I am a carpenter by trade and like watching people who knows how to use their tools. You are not doing anything that I cannot but you are doing it better and I am striving to get up to your standard. (I am getting there). Very nice bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great, glad to hear it! Thanks for watching!

[@Maazzzo]

I prefer the longer videos, Jim. I'm not a wood turner and like seeing how things are made, so I'll keep watching the longer videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks 😊

[@jeanlong4285]

The bowl turned out great. I really like listening to you. I'm still learning about turning. I almost always learn something. Thanks Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I will always be here for you! Thanks for watching!

[@bethgoldowitz4765]

This is beautiful. I'm a sculptor, not a woodturner, but I love these long form videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@rangolizard2006]

The length of your videos is not an issue for me I am an information hound and I enjoy your explanations

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching

[@polo86cfahrer]

Another wonderful bowl. Filling the wormholes with resin was a great idea. The video length is just right. I watch the woodturning videos for relaxation to see how it's done and how the bowl is made. Short videos aren't that relaxing because you have to be attentive all the time. Then this is not relaxation. :)

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I’ve never thought of it that way, thanks

[@tequilastraightup595]

I like these kind of videos, I find them entertaining and informative. I would watch the short versions for a quick fix.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thanks

[@HelloMayaHello1]

I love the longer videos with voiceover. I learn so much and they are very relaxing for me, I have watched probably every single one of your videos multiple times!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow! Thanks I really appreciate it!

[@JiggsysShed]

There was a lot of places for that resin to soak into. Really interesting bowl and the wormholes give it so much character.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed, it’s a pretty neat piece, thanks

[@jerrylindberg5583]

Hi Jim, As a woodturner as well I will be sticking with this channel. I really enjoy and appreciate the detail you provide and you sharing your knowledge and experience. Thank you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I will always be here for you guys, thanks for your support!

[@ellendelashmutt50]

Your videos are relaxing and informative. Sometimes funny especially when hen you beat the crap out of your buckets. We are retired and my husband enjoys thus.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks for watching!

[@joelspring2487]

Very Cool!! I like this one a lot! I also like the current format. Your comments and input as to what you are seeing or working with on each bowl are insightful, helpful and sometimes down-right funny!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Lol, thanks!

[@joannhatch-cr1bt]

Absolutely love the Ocean Cave. It is beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@RyanVenegas]

I think the second channel is a great idea. Personally not a wood turner or necessarily interested in the details, but I do enjoy to watch things being made, and also find the sounds soothing. If you do another channel I wouldn't speed things up and i would make the sound of the work being done as clear as you can. I follow some "restoration" channels for similar reasons. ASMR for many.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Got it! Thanks.

[@misfit4777]

I watch your entire videos and don't mind them lengthy and detailed. A condensed version would be cool to go back over sometime in the future to remember certain tricks, techniques. My main hope is you keep doing what you're doing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

This channel will remain the same! Thanks!

[@robotbunny89]

I would follow both channels! I watch wood turning videos with no voice overs to help me sleep xD i find it soothing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@stanarrington2840]

Neat looking piece with the resin in the bug holes. I understand that some may like to see shorter versions but I like the longer instructional videos myself. Glad to hear you will continue making them. I always wait until I have time to watch them all the way through.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thanks Stan!

[@curtisclements2753]

THAT BOWL LOOKS AWESOME KEEP UP THE FANTASTIC WOOD WORK TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TILL NEXT TIME MY FRIEND

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@georgebrill3072]

Got to say its one of more interesting bowls I've seen. Great job. I like the longer voice over videos. Thanks.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks George!

[@annwhiteaker6144]

I've been watching your videos for a while now - when I can't wait for your next one l replay my favourites. I haven't posted before because I'm not a wood turner, but I want you to know that I really appreciate the 'real time' quality of your videos and your voice overs. I'm glad you'll still be posting in 'long' format - that's what I'll be watching.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great Ann! There seems to be a lot of people that seem to think I’m changing the format, I’m not! Just making an additional channel with the same project that’s condensed, lol.

[@Cat_Lover365]

I think that your videos are great the way they are but you do what you think is best. I am not a wood Wright or turner but I do like details on how your bowls are made. You are really talented and thanks for sharing your ability, tips, etc., with your viewers.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you like them! Thanks

[@eddiegust501]

I enjoy the way you do your videos they’re very helpful please don’t change.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The long ones will always be here on this channel, thanks!

[@michellesutton202]

I personally really like the longer with explanations, and instructions. I find it helpful, and very interesting. This bowl turned out gorgeous. ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Buddha-bei-die-Fische]

I'm just enjoying to watch your craftsmanship. For me you can keep talking the way you'd like. Best wishes from nothern Germany!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome thanks Christof!

[@petenelson7273]

I like the way you do the videos the explanation really helps new turners. Plus your step by step is right on point. Good to see how to use a tool in different ways.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Pete!

[@rogercoker1938]

I personally like the longer videos and the content. The voiceover is cool too. Don’t change anything for my benefit. Lol The bug holes in that bowl really set it off! Beautiful piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The long vids will still be here, don’t worry I seem to like the sound of my own voice, haha. Thanks 🙏

[@ritawilliams3266]

That is beautiful! Looks way better than I thought it would be! Thanks for the video!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnmeeks9618]

Jim, I like the commentary, it gives me instruction as well as ideas for my own turnings.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Ok, thanks John!

[@chaseprice1129]

As an novice wood turner I really appreciate your video and some of the banter and chitchat on how you create things the marble trick was pretty awesome I'll have to remember that for future projects that I do. As far as the condensed version I think that those would be nice to see as well

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks 🙏

[@dragonflygirl316]

I like the longer video's. they're very interesting and relaxing. educational too.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@IceLom]

super late comment on an older video I just found your channel and am not a woodworker at all but I love watching turning with all the explanations. I don't like watching without commentary and explanation. really enjoying your videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks! Nothing will change here, just thinking of making an additional channel for those who don’t want all the talking. Jim

[@frankbloom8228]

Keep ur format.ur easy to listen to.its like ur in my shop.ive been turning for55yrs. And I learn a new trick every time.how bout three shows a wk

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Sorry, three a week would be just too much for this guy, six a month is a chore. Thanks for watching!

[@ferrodell2194]

Jim, I'm glad that you're going to continue making and posting these videos with details of your years of experience. Keep sharing the knowledge!!! A mind is a terrible thing to waste. 👍🏼 L💜VED the bowl. ⭐⭐⭐⭐🙁

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@mvicioso100]

I love that piece ❤️ keep your videos with this long format, I learn a lot about your trade, even if I would never do that, but I really enjoy your talking and explanation of what you do.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@gaile2845]

Best looking worm poo I've ever seen. I like the videos the way they are. It sounds like a lot of editing time, too.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The editing times not a big deal, shooting the footage is the taxing thing, thanks

[@longlimbsstudio]

I love these complex videos. I’m a wool falter and make wool bowls. I’m hooked on watching all of your videos. Would not prefer a shorter version. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thanks 😊

[@longlimbsstudio]

Should say wool felted bowls 🙄

[@juliesheldon4772]

I enjoy watching and learning how this is done. I'm a due it yourselfer and I find this very interesting and love seeing to outcome. Beautiful work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@donnabarke9650]

I’m eighty two years old would love ❤️ to do what you do , but a stroke won’t allow me to.. So I enjoy watching your beautiful work .. Thank you very much for the videos. Donna!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching Donna, I really appreciate it!

[@daj28479]

No.... don't shorten the videos. I love 'em.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

This channel will remain the same, I want to start an additional channel that will have the condensed videos on it. Thanks.

[@jennybarnes4806]

Hi Jim, I like your videos just the way they are now. Like the explanation especially when you talk/show left handed specific techniques. Cheers

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Jenny!

[@lynschultz513]

Turned out really cool, Jim. I like the longer videos personally but I get that many people might not want to spend as much time as that on a video so a sped up version might keep more viewers. I for one will be watching the longer teaching versions. Thanks!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Perfect! Thanks!