Woodturning - Walnut with Mussel Shell Inlay

Woodturning - In this weeks video, I will show you how I use mussel shells in the rim to add more beauty to this already beautiful walnut bowl!
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[@cathuggerniowacity]

Hey Jim. I’m a sheller. I clean my shells with white vinegar. Try putting some in a bowl covering them with vinegar. The bubbling begins instantly as the vinegar starts dissolving the calcium carbonate. Be sure to check the shells often so the vinegar does not damage the shell. Rinse with water and clean off with a toothbrush. Have fun.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome tip! Thanks 😊

[@DDRWakaLaka]

About how long do you leave them in for?

[@oldpokemonmaster]

Designer epoxy

[@Danielson1818]

I never understood the addiction to lathing. These people just love it. My handle for my favorite non-stick pan ended up breaking off, and I needed a replacement, so I used my cordless drill to use as a small lathe, and carved out a fancy little handle with a copper wire inlay. Now I want a lathe really bad, because that was so much fun.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

And that’s where it begins, lol. Thanks for watching!

[@andreik8013]

Inlay topic has been presented by a number of community members. But you made it very nicely, humble and suggestive way you let us stay with you all the time, with literally over the shoulder. (Never mind excellent craftsmanship and final result!) Many thanks, Jim. I am definitely encouraging you to continue with your video diaries! Thanks again, Andrei

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much Andre!

[@junulock]

Such a beautiful piece from simple unassuming materials. Created by the hands of a craftsman.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@michellesutton202]

What a stunning combination, the shells in the inlay truly pop against the gorgeous wood. ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed, thanks!

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

The shell inlay truly gives this beautiful bowl a lot of class. The glue seems to pull out the blue color of these shells. Great job. This piece of wood is gorgeous. Fantastic masterpiece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@Dustin_the_wind]

Really like the depth given with this inlay, goes a long way. Way to make it look easy. Beautiful work and product as always. Thanks Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@brendastajkowski502]

How amazing from a humble shell.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@RobertJones-sy6bq]

Amazing every time you make something

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much

[@paulawalker7706]

Man oh man....gorgeous work...love to call this my own.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching

[@yvonnehughes3036]

I LOVE this inlay. Much more than copper wire!!! Beautiful!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too, lol. Thanks

[@kellyousterhout8959]

Love the look of the shells

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too! Thanks

[@melissataylor5977]

Again I'm in love with it it is natural material

[@SpragueWoodturning]

The mussel shells are very popular, thanks 😊

[@dianadougherty7187]

Thankyou. It is very kind of you to share your knowledge with the rest of us.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It’s my pleasure. Thanks 🙏

[@sandiejacobsen9387]

Love this bowl and inlay!!Beautiful ❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It’s one of my favorite too! Thanks

[@thereallyrealchristina]

So so beautiful! Gorgeous!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much

[@margaretwilliams5281]

Can I come over and do all your shells, twisted wire and any other little jobs that can hold you up. I just love your imagination that turns out such unique work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Lol, thanks!

[@mashmade-airth]

Brilliant Jim 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@TheOtherGuybo]

That is a fantastic look! We live on the West Coast of Canada with abundant access to shells. Glad you mentioned the use of a respirator when sanding the shells. I was told by an artist who works with shells that the dust is quite toxic. Great work and instruction!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Guy!

[@ripwreckraceway]

Big Thumbs up from the east coast pure art brother you are amazing in what you do man love it !

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I don't have the patience for it but I sure do have the appreciation for it! Nice job, Jim, the finished product looks rich and warm. Phil

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Phil, give it a go, once you start you can’t stop, lol.

[@1CelloOne]

Just seeing this, it's beautiful!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@suecollins3246]

That finish is _glorious_ !

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@jimbenge9649]

Hi Jim, I recently discovered your channel and instantly became a fan. I have only recently become the owner of my first lathe. It's only a small worktop mounted machine which I saved for to aid me in my wooden ring making. Prior to this I've only ever used a lathe once before when I was allowed to make a bowl at school, aged 12, for being in the top 5 in woodwork class (as we call it here in England).Now I have it, I find I can't stop wanting to do more and try bigger tools and equipment. I live in what others call a 'deprived community'. We believe we live in a united community and will collectively own better equipment in the future and use our skills to improve our lot. Thank you for passing your knowledge to us. 🙌🙌🙌👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thanks!

[@MaxPaws]

Stunning! I live along the Atlantic and I’ve always assumed mussel shells were just all black. Who knew!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Just that outer casing is black, total blue under it. Thanks

[@jWardp]

I am in awe of your talent. I have a lath and some tools but I have not started. I am hoping that I can get started learning this incredible craft.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Get er done! You’ll love it! Thanks

[@matthewmedina1802]

That was awesome! Thank you for sharing 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

[@raybrown7275]

Unbelievably Beautiful! I love the "Salad Bowl" finish it makes the wood shine through!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes it is, I like shiny. Thanks 🙏

[@cathuggerniowacity]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I like how it gives a marble effect, thanks 😊

[@lokibottleoff9550]

Absolutely incredible

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks!

[@99andycat]

Beautiful result

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@aldademoura7738]

Beautiful exquisite piece of art 🎨 😊

[@curtisstacy5829]

Great job, funny I never realized until this video you are left handed. Thanks for sharing. I will give it a try.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I have the curse! Thanks, lol.

[@norasheffield8036]

Gorgeous! You are a master bowl maker!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome thank you!

[@balkis76]

It looks beautiful !!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@mitchellmanning7887]

Very nice,,first left handed lathe I’ve seen,,thanks for sharing,,🐝safe

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@rbdunn]

Jim. You’re a great teacher! Very nice bowl

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@AWCreations262]

Beautiful work Jim. The gouge finish you have is amazing. It looks like it doesn’t need sanding at all. Wonderful to watch!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I wish that was true, haha. Thanks tho, Jim.

[@edwinleach7401]

Terrific! All the work paid off with a truly beautiful work of art.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Edwin!

[@PHIL_S]

Designer Epoxy - Nice wish I knew this when I lived in California....but I did not turn then -nice work and thanks for sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@andreakernohan5299]

Definitely liked seeing you use a respirator, most people don't understand how much dust is involved in turning. I was wondering if shells, abalone or mother of pearl, make you break out after working with them? Might need extra precautions if they do 😁 very sharp inlay 🥰

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I’ve never had a problem with with breaking out with anything but MOP can be very bad for your lungs. I always wear the respirator when finish turning. Thanks

[@patriciapolmanteer3586]

Beautiful as always..

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@garryallerellie5185]

Garry from Moncton here. I love ths shell inlay.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It’s one of my favorites, thanks Garry!

[@pennywilliams8451]

Your work is beautiful and your videos are helpful in learning the craft

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you Penny.

[@Oldblue110]

Great looking finish. I would never have thought about using mussel shells for an inlay. When at the beach with my grandsons they collect them so now I know what’s going to happen to them now. 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Lol, thanks

[@ritawilliams3266]

I absolutely love that bowl! So beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Rita!

[@darrenherndier6967]

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[@daviddonaghy6494]

I can see that I’ll be taking a trip to the beach this winter to pick up some mussel shells.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

There free so why not, lol.

[@monopinion8799]

Fascinating, beautiful and elegant! Good work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@suecollins3246]

I like the way you tell us what tool you're using!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@leftmono1016]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing! I've not done inlays in wood yet but have done a few silver rings - if you use a diamond file, credit card size ones are cheap, you should be able to fill the inlay well above the recess and cut it back no problem.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I don’t think this will work, the CA or resin will clog the diamond card. Thanks

[@leftmono1016]

@@SpragueWoodturning - it works fine on silver inlay rings where I’ve used CA to set lapis lazuli and other hard stones. Ground down no problem but obviously less volume of material. Just checked and it’s the double sided folding diamond files on Amazon which I’ve used. Always used wet which may help avoid clogging?

[@suecollins3246]

Jim, go onto a channel called Zebrano Wood Craft. Dan has a very nice finishing technique and he always makes sure his inlays stand proud of the surface. He uses Titanium Carbide sandpaper, I believe and appears to have no problem sanding even quite hard inlays flat.

[@timhalcomb4041]

Very nice turning enjoy the video you have a blessed day

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Tim!

[@c.a.chambers68]

I love the blue shell inlays

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It’s my favorite shell, thanks!

[@hswing11]

Very informative you covered all the steps...........

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks!

[@davidfrishcosy6158]

That is a beautiful bowl great job Mr. Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@theresagosling1530]

Gorgeous!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Theresa!

[@ainelarkin4485]

Hi jim.i just found your channel a few days ago and am completely hooked . You do amazing work . Thank you for sharing your work with all of us

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Aine, stay tuned, got lots of good stuff coming up. Jim.

[@ZombieWoodturner]

Excellent project! I am inspired. turned out really nice!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@alanbragg9466]

Another gorgeous bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Alan!

[@lawrencemcnamara4321]

Looks great

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Mac!

[@ronkiskowoodart9680]

I like like the shell inlay and have quite a collection of clams mussels and abalone. Guess I now know what to do with them! Beautiful bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You can find a link in the description for the glue, lol. Thanks.

[@juanitakimbel7125]

What a beautiful bowl!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@valeriefuqua4641]

Love this inlay! Btw, you have beautiful penmanship!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Not bad for a lefty, lol. Thanks

[@valeriefuqua4641]

@@SpragueWoodturning Honestly, a lot of different kinds of people have terrible handwriting. My brother's a righty and his writing is so awkward it's hard to figure out what the letters are supposed to be. I see chicken scratch, flowery-to-the-point-of-illegible, lazy, misspelled, ultra-tiny, too-big, balloon and all kinds of handwriting that's just awful to try and read! Honestly, I just want to recognize you for caring enough to do well and also for having the skill to pull it off too!

[@PatriziaMuraRice]

wow.... Stunning ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@georgepauselli769]

Your work is fantastic be safe

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks, Jim.

[@ripwreckraceway]

im in Nova Scotia bro ! born in BC !

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great, I miss the ocean! Thanks

[@garethharris6199]

Thanks Jim.. another really beautiful piece.. Really appreciate the thorough way you go through the entire process.. I’m tempted to try something similar with local oyster shells and maybe resin.. Here’s hoping your subscriber numbers keep growing as you well deserve the recognition 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Gareth, over 2500 in the last 28 days. Jim.

[@adriank9234]

Fantastic work. Have you tried soaking the shells into a light solution of acid to 'etch' crap away, wondering if that would work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

No I haven’t, I’m always Leary when I comes to mixing chemicals and other materials. If it could be done safely I would possibly consider it, thanks.

[@billy19461]

As always a great video! Beautiful bowl and the inlay really sets it apart.💕💕💕💕💕

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks!

[@pedroluizzago6736]

Congratulations. Beautiful work. Hug from Brazil for you !!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great, thanks.

[@PLINKER]

Beautiful work! Thanks!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@changkim1961]

Well done to see the artistic works. It's so great job. Thank you

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome thanks 🙏

[@sr0139]

Beautiful work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@gaowoodlab]

Very shiny bowl, and you always did some special inlay, 👍👍👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks!

[@richardshapley9903]

I also chanced upon your channel. Brilliant work. Keep it up!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, please share it with your friends, thanks 🙏🏻

[@jeffj2495]

Looks great. I have done turquoise inlays. Lots of sanding.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I need to do more turquoise, thanks. Where did you get yours at?

[@jeffj2495]

@@SpragueWoodturning I bought a bunch of it in 2005 and have not run out. I forget the vendor. I think it was a mineral supply place. I crush it in a 10" steel pipe with one end capped, and a steel rod to break it up. You were talking about using a lot of sandpaper, and turquoise will definitely take a lot of sanding.

[@Ken_Dalton]

Turned out fantastic. Nice work. Nice job. Just saw my spelling mistake an had to edit it 😂

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@marcw9229]

Beautiful

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

I already have collected my mussel shells (Pacific), so your video timing was spot on! Had not thought to sand the barnacle skin off. I have three different mesh sizes for my oyster shells, so good there. Thanks for sharing your techniques!!!😍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Your welcome 🙏🏻

[@stevekalogerakis]

Very nice bowl 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Steve!

[@bestevidencevideo4783]

nice job, you might try using something that vibrates up against the bowl to settle in the inlay material. A wand massager or maybe a vibrating sander using the rubber mounting pad. I find it works better than tapping the bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I find it’s just not required, thanks for the suggestion tho, Jim.

[@gissie391]

Thats very pretty bowl .

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@billtheriault2048]

Very nice Jim, good looking piece of wood work there...

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks bill!

[@leisongivangomo5656]

Awesome! Worth spending money on!!! 😍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@wollaminfaetter]

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[@texanasimmons1761]

BEE-YOU-TI-FUL! OMG, this turned out to be a beautiful inlayed bowl. I cant believe how much it looks like abalone shell, its great! Thank you for sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thanks.

[@wbwillie]

mussels and abalone aren't that different though are they?

[@SpragueWoodturning]

wbwillie No, and way cheaper, lol.

[@wbwillie]

@@SpragueWoodturning I would imagine

[@paulmelanson1527]

Great video. You gave me some great ideas. I live in southern NB. As you know we have lost of different sea shells. Do you think that using resin instead of CA would be better or would that be too complicated? Thanks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I know it’s a very common name in NB but I know a guy from Moncton with the same name. Thanks for watching!

[@lindacarruthers3423]

I really love that .

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 😊

[@polo86cfahrer]

Looks fantastic!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@tompuskar4426]

Very nice. Did you do anything to wash or clean the mussel shells other than sanding them? How would you treat shella that originally contained dinner?

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I only use beach washed shells so I don’t need to take any of the black outer skin off. Possibly a wire wheel would work?

[@johnvweber]

That "white stuff" is a form of coral, harmless. Really nice turnings!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks

[@halimmouawad6256]

Firstly Thank You 🙏🏽 for sharing your craft. I'm going to try that with resin, see if it works,,,, stunning work

[@SpragueWoodturning]

No problem, thanks for watching. Jim.

[@anthonychavez3742]

I just accidentally came across your Channel and you're woodturning inlay caught my attention, absolutely beautiful work thank you for sharing and I have subscribed to your Channel.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome thanks!

[@jeaniedyer282]

Okay, off I go looking for mussel shells now!! Really like the look of this one. Well done. It’s another stunning piece. 😍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Jeanie!

[@dengudomlige8644]

Really beautiful! I found some nice shells in my cousins fish tank, but got caught, so off to the beach it is...

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Lol, ya they usually don’t like that, thanks.

[@richodegard3918]

Very cool. Thank you!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@Lucy-ul8ux]

Beautiful!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@Tim_Pollock]

Hey Jim, I got some of that Walnut from my neighbor I was telling you about the other day and have some nice cores roughed out from it. I also got some mussel shells to try out my first inlay. Approximately how deep do you cut the groove for a mussel shell inlay? Thanks, Tim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I usually only go about 1/4”, have fun. Thanks

[@Tim_Pollock]

Awesome, thanks Jim!@@SpragueWoodturning

[@lyric.kayden]

Amazing!!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 🙏

[@AttitudeAdjuster]

Hi Jim, so is it 3 coats for the bottom? Timber is such a beautiful material in our lives, its easy to see the quality of your work and depth of commitment to delivering beautiful creations. How long have you been turning for? Cheers from Garry in Australia

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I’ve been at it for about 23 years, full time since 2012. The very bottom usually only need a couple of coats. Thanks! Jim.

[@AttitudeAdjuster]

@@SpragueWoodturning The experience shows in the quality, thanks for replying and taking the time to make such amazing videos

[@mattthescreamer177]

Man, your channel is fantastic! Keep up the great content 👏

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thanks Matt!