Woodturning - Double Walnut Crotch With Maple Branches

Woodturning - In this video, I combine two walnut crotch bowls with stabilized maple branches and Designer Epoxy to make a really cool looking hollow form. This is one of the coolest hollow forms I’ve made in a while so I hope you enjoy it! Please share with your friends, thanks.
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[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

This piece turned out absolutely gorgeous! It’s a masterpiece; first -the maple wood is absolutely stunning, 2nd -the branches in the center are very attractive, and 3rd -the finish on this piece brings it up a few notches. I see a very classy piece! Just love it! Great job! Bravo!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@MustangSallyOG]

Designer Epoxy + Jim = Epic!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@marilynhohnstein8477]

I think the graining of the walnut is fantastic and the white branches really add a beautiful contrast. The resin compliments the whole piece. A true peice of art.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I totally agree! Thank you!

[@AmberWool]

I was wondering what it would look like with walnut branches in place of the maple.

[@alanneel2749]

Yup gold is yellow! That walnut wood grain is beautiful and of course we love Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@scottwebster8104]

Yet again, you are absolutely correct... this IS a very beautiful piece! I've no idea where you dredge up your inspiration each week, but keep it coming! As always, have a great weekend Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@chrisbucy7860]

Love how you "married" the natural inlay style and the resin. Pairing the walnut and the pearl is great! I've quit saying, " this is your best" cause you just keep making cooler stuff. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@stsfuzzybear4613]

I think this may be the most fluid looking piece I’ve seen you do. The movement reminds me of the eddies in your opening shot every week. A place I could sit at for hours.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@richardanderson9593]

Designer Epoxy - Another beautiful piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@Tseringlhatso]

Just when I think I have a favourite another gorgeous piece comes along! Truly beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@bobetteparker8583]

I agree. I have given up picking a favourite, I like them all. I keep my fingers crossed that I win one some day.

[@SAOS451316]

This hollow form looks really classy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@susiehatcher1269]

Absolutely gorgeous! Love the grain and color separation ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@RenaLarson61]

Jim, I have to say this is the best piece you've done, that walnut crotch looks like you brushed it with gold dust. The maple branches and the resin really set it off. I love it beautiful work as always.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@robboland9857]

Looks stunning, another fine work of art sir. It will be fun to see you turn this. It take so long for Friday to come around. Hope everyone is safe and happy now that summer is well under way.🌿 🍉

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@T1Keagan]

​@@SpragueWoodturningHey, it's me Keagan, how are you doing? This project turned out amazing!

[@sounds.like.onomatopoeia]

Love, love, love me some Hollow Form action.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too, lol. Thanks

[@bethtuten9378]

I think this is my favorite piece you've ever done! 💜

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@alansmith477]

That wood grain is beautiful. The entire piece is gorgeous. Thank you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you too!

[@maryweimer746]

I absolutely love it. It truly is another one of my favorite pieces.!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@jeffreyglaude5937]

how can you not love this piece, it ticks off all the boxes; two pieces of crotch grain, walnut wood, epoxy, branches. All together and it makes a piece to love.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@sandraanderson217]

The grain on top… I’m at a loss for words that will do it justice! I could stare at it for hours. The twigs look amazing! You definitely need to do more of these! Love the purple and gold… purple and green would have been nice too.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!!

[@LegendaryDFoxfire]

That first coat of finish going on is always a joy to see. The beauty of the piece really comes out.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks

[@markhall1510]

I love the grain in the Walnut!!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@samanthakelly4710]

You really did the wood justice, Jim. I get your thing about wanting to line the branches up. I'd be like that.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It’s a real problem, lol. Thanks

[@CLMillerart]

Complementary because they “complete” each other. It’s not exactly a science, but a guide. Color theory my man! Good work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@CLMillerart]

@@SpragueWoodturning you’re welcome!

[@jeffmech1]

Designer Epoxy. Beautiful piece!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@rodneymunro954]

Love the walnut grain in this piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mikebass823]

That is a specular hollow form. The birch core worked well, and the rice also. Great job. 👌👍👍👍👍👌😎

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Danzer291]

And thank you for introducing me to designer epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Your very welcome!

[@andreakernohan5299]

The gold accents the branches nicely. Quite possibly your smoothly done pieces.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@JanineSchwartz]

I love it. I can see why walnut is your favourite. The fact that it is not perfectly level adds extra character to the piece

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Lee-qp6gf]

Everyone of your turns is an interesting journey. Great piece, Lee

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@howardgavin656]

This is one of the best bowls yet.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jimdee5003]

Ooh baby, make room on the top 10 list - looking great so far

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It just could be, lol. Thanks!

[@rom65536]

That walnut crotch grain is phenomenal!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@JayneHartnett]

Gorgeous. Your work just keeps getting better and better.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@traciguernsey4622]

I'm sure glad you had a game plan in mind, cuz as soon as the bags came into play I was completely lost! Genius!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@dzielinski6560]

That walnut grain is beyond gorgeous!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Totally, thanks

[@biblio_mama]

The grain on the top is fantastic. This is a beautiful piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@foreverturningpeterkipfer5468]

Good morning/day to all. What a way to start the day off!! I must admit I wasn't sure when I saw the pic of the bowl but once again Jim doesn't let us down. That top piece of walnut crotch is really something else. Ingenious way of not only saving some epoxy (we know it's not cheap) but also getting all the branches to stay in place. Absolutely love the piece!! Congrats on another amazing piece of art.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@angep6898]

Your ideals never fail to surprise me, love seeing your creations.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@dianadougherty7187]

You're right it is spectacular. I love it when you use the branches. Takes me back to your beginning videos. But I love all your videos. Thanks for sharing. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you like them! Thanks

[@barbfilion5646]

Very nice with the twigs in the form, love it

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@natelaszewski0410]

Good morning everyone!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Good morning!

[@bigboy9706]

Very cool. I really like hollow Forms. The Branches are a awesome added touch. Have a wonderful weekend and week. Can't can't till the next one. Be blessed

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks! You too!

[@TheCountChuckula]

It's nice when you make a piece with resin "windows" you light it from within so we can see the light pass through the resin layer. Still loving the videos. I relax well while watching you work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@johnlavarine8155]

Another beautiful and unique piece, Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@thoml1846]

Another great piece Jim. The spacing of the branches was perfect and your idea of putting a groove on the indie for the collar to sit in would have helped to center everything. Keep on turning.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@ritaamundson3094]

I’m back to admiring crotches again!!!! That crotch grain of the black walnut is magnificent! The resin insert is cool but that walnut is the absolute star of this piece! Love watching your creative process emerge as each piece takes shape. I’m constantly awed by by your artistry and skill! Thanks for what you do!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bonniegallimore7687]

The bowls is absolutely beautiful. I enjoy watching your videos.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MrDerekIllman]

LOVE this piece!! Please make some more of these, they are beautiful and the mix of colors/woods/inlays are endless!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Sure will. Thank you!

[@dalemaclaren7576]

Absolutely stunningly gorgeous Jim. Wowsers. Absolutely amazing talent you have.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bradedwards916]

Goodness the grain structure is amazing. Beautiful piece! Hava Goodun Jim!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks, you too!

[@jimdee5003]

“W” in the grain pattern stands for WOW and the light inside is an awesome display

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks Jim! It’s cool

[@davidshoemaker7526]

Wow, what beauty, love the grain in this piece. I really like it when your imagination gets out to play. Thanks again Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@scottfonner]

She's a beauty! I thought the same thing, yellow? Funny, gold! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Weird, right? Lol. Thanks

[@roncooney8526]

Designer epoxy. Absolutely stunning job Jim! Your creativity is an inspiration to me.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@maryksowers]

Gorgeous as always. I would love to see you do one of these for a fruit bowl, large and shallow. Love the branch inlay. The amount of various sizes really added to the beautiful design. Love it. Thank you, for all you do.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Hopefully someday, thanks!

[@mindcraftyD13]

The grain on the top is spectacular, beautiful wood.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@dtork47]

Designer epoxy, very nicely done Jim. Thanks for continuing to inspire me. Stay well

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks, you too!

[@deborahpasha9727]

Ooooo. Very, very nice. I can't wait.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@maryclauermann8380]

What a beautiful piece, that becomes more beautiful when lit.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@murtgman]

I amazed how you keep coming up with new fresh ideas each week and execute them to perfection. Credit where its due your a master of your trade.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@SpeedRacer63]

LOOKS GREAT!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL THE TIME YOU SPEND TEACHING OTHERS.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You are so welcome!

[@moonmare]

The walnut grain is spectacular, and that's coming from someone who prefers paler woods.🙂 The creativity involved in coming up with a way to use those two very shallow bowls in a way that highlights both of them as well as the resin and branch in-fill is inspiring.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@marilynwertypora7850]

❤ ❤ Absolutely gorgeous! I was amazed with the process of turning 2 bowls into 1 gorgeous hollow form 😮. As always you hit it out of the ballpark 😊 ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@frankashworth5961]

Excellent work, especially having to make so many adjustments. Your remarks about making an internal recess ring is spot on.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@shannonclancy667]

That walnut had amazing grain it stole the show!! 🤩 it just pops love it! Great job this week Jim, looking forward to next week with the maple.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks

[@brendadriver2702]

That graining is beautiful. I love the shape and the stick/epoxy part turned out amazing. Thank you for sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You are so welcome!

[@Danzer291]

Jim, a huge Thank You from a new admirer! You're exactly what I've been looking for in woodworking! Thank you for all the details and information you add to every video! Thank you thank you thank you

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@pamr.5954]

Another stunning piece! The grain pattern is gorgeous. I love the branches in there. Thank you for sharing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@traciguernsey4622]

Your Imagination amazes me! What a gorgeous and unique piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@susanholiday7347]

Great color separation and awesome design.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks a bunch!

[@diannesorem6389]

Turned out BEAUTIFUL!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@calwilliegause5975]

This makes me very happy, to watch your video and learn how you solve difficult problems.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jasonpaske2092]

That piece came out fantastic. Love the grain.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@dreamawhatley9609]

I love the grain on that walnut! Absolutely gorgeous!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@adelaidepietrzak7729]

i love how the wood faintly picked up the purple and gold colors. another beautiful item.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too!! Thanks

[@johnbruhnke6349]

Excellent job! Love that walnut!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@amandatallis9875]

Hello Jim you did an excellent job putting this piece together and I like how you explain everything you are doing and why. The Hollow Form vase is magnificent and unique I love it. You areca masterwoodturner and craftsman. Thank you for a fantastic video from Amanda xx

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Love the concept…and that grain is beautiful…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@lorasmith553]

Designer Epoxy I love the shimmery pearl white that appeared from the deep purple and gold combination. I would love to see a shimmery pearl white offered all the time, it would look especially good with a dark color wood.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It sure would, thanks!

[@mjrulez100]

Such a beautiful piece with fantastic grain. You're right, it is hard to do intentional randomness.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It really is! Lol. Thanks

[@dalebrittenham1823]

Another great project completed.... Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@pamelablighglover3425]

What a beauty! Please make more.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Sure will, thanks

[@676dig]

Another beautiful project Jim. Designer Epoxy works well and the extra gold was a good choice.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@89sisa]

Designer Epoxy. Love you work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paulinebradford4823]

A beautiful, beautiful piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@teresawarriner8812]

Absolutely gorgeous love how the light makes it look ❤❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@Scriverbridget]

You weren’t kidding. Lit up is easily one of the best pieces you have done. It’s simple and elegant and would go with any decor. Jim you are a wonder.🎉

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@chrisjohnston2449]

Designer Epoxy. Well that turned out amazing. I need to get up the nerve to try my luck at my first hollow form. Thank you for sharing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You can do it! Thanks

[@lordfancourt2879]

Another unique, true work of art. Love the color too.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@kenrickjones3990]

Absolutely breathtaking. Every time I think this piece is my favorite you go outdid yourself. Love it

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@smallnepal8604]

You're right! Its a beautiful piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks

[@sonjarussell4104]

Stunning! Very Beautiful! Thank you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nickyt3269]

every week is a new beautiful surprise!! youll be at 100k soon, designer epoxy is gonna be breaking the bank with the rise of this channel!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@chrisbraun247]

The walnut crotch grain is beautiful and I love the branches

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@alanbrackett4230]

beautiful color combination. It complements the colors in the walnut.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@scottbeilsmith4261]

Once again you have out done your self. That is very beautiful looking crotch grain. The gold and purple resin and the cherry branches really add to the look of the hollow form. This one is a 5 thumbs up and more.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@laurenmaughan9293]

This is absolutely stunning! Great work

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@cynthiaheiland4013]

Another amazing piece! That Designer Epoxy looks easy to work with. Beautiful piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@georgepostins812]

Great color for the walnut

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!