Turn Your First Bowl, Tips to Bowl Turning With Out Takes

[@stuartsullenbarger2471]

I love the bowl,i,'ve made these in the beggining,and I make it easy on myself, and use a mortis bit to cut into the center,less to cut out,and a 1-1/8 inch mortis bit as a mortis,and a scew chisel to match my nova chuck jaws....

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Great input, would definitely reduce cut out with the bit, Thanks for watching and sharing

[@michaelshanahan2406]

I have the same tools you have. I turn cedar every week people love the look

[@michaelshanahan2406]

I have the the same lathe and easy tools

[@michaelshanahan2406]

Already turned my lathe to a disc sander

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching and sharing

[@steveswinnigan4418]

Great video I going to try this .

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out. Feel free to share your work gloves another peoples work.

[@wildlifefreq]

My dad gifted me his old Craftsman lathe last year when they moved, and I've been a little intimidated by it, so I haven't used it at all. Well, for Christmas this year my husband got me a scroll chuck and a set of carbide tipped tools, so now I am dying to play around with the lathe. I don't have any blanks, or any fancy wood, but I do have a lot of pine scrap laying around the shop. This is perfect. I already have some 2x8 boards glued and clamped to give it a whirl. I don't have a band saw, so I'll have to turn it square, but that's ok. I think it will still work, just take a little longer. Thank you so much for putting this video on here!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

if you have a table saw, you can tilt the blade 45 degrees and cut the corners off as well. super exciting for you, please feel free to share you work on my other social medias , Thanks for sharing

[@wildlifefreq]

@@SterlingsWoodcrafts I don't have one of those either haha. But I did try it. Unfortunately I didn't make a big enough tenon the first time and it broke free. So I turned a new tenon but I'd already gotten pretty deep in the bowl, and ultimately cur through the bottom. It flew off the lathe and split completely in half lol. But I learned a LOT during the process, and didn't waste any good hardwood in the process. Thanks!

[@spacecaptain1970]

Excellent stuff

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

spacecaptain1970 thanks so much for the kind words and for watching

[@kzookid2051]

Good tips, thanks.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out

[@zanelile8192]

Nice - thanks for the video.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching

[@SpeedysWoodshop]

Looks great! Doctors Workshop finishes are highly used in my shop.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Speedy's Woodshop its good stuff, Appreciate you checking it out

[@just-dl]

I think pine is underrated for turning. Came out nice. I think the carbides are much better than conventional for the softer woods. Maybe because they keep their edges longer? Not sure. Thank you!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching D L, I prefer Carbide but honestly have not took the time I need to learn Traditional tools, I will one day

[@Irwin-Aviation]

The lathe is definitely the scariest machine in my shop. Thanks for the tips. Might just have to dust it off and give turning another shot.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Black Widow Woodworks its worth it, It can open up the door to some many different projects

[@danielbornhoeft7803]

very cool! thanks for sharing!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thank You for checking it out !!

[@Allenrobinson9]

great video sterling! Im one step closer to getting a lathe. love the bloopers to, iv been doing that at the end of mine for a while now, always fun. thanks for sharing

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+The WoodWorking Junkie Thanks for checking it out, I was not aware of your channel, but I am Subbed Now, Look forward to checking out your channel

[@Allenrobinson9]

oh thanks sterling! we were on google+ hangout last friday night together lol,, i didnt even get a chance to say hi and my wifi cut out

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Maybe this weekend then, I may have been on, I cant remember lol

[@Allenrobinson9]

for sure man, ill be on this week! thanks for subbing!

[@TheGrainDoctor]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out

[@johnbongiovanni2363]

You need a lock or a magnet on that drawer :D nice video, and nice job explaining the whole process:)

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I really do lol, Thanks for the kind words and for checking it out

[@barryparks4838]

Looks good

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thank You Barry

[@StoneandSonsWorkshop]

Great video, Sterling! I learned a few things. :) And the trolling... LOL!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Stone and Sons Workshop lol, Just cutting up, Thanks for checking it out Shawn

[@StoneandSonsWorkshop]

love your videos, Sterling.

[@helbenshcfam9064]

Hiya. Thanks for the vid but could have really done with some info on which chisels you use for particular parts of the job, and why. Thanks again.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

my lathe is down right now, but I will do that, thanks for the feedback Ady

[@mwa1252]

Great video thanks! Do you have a link to the turning chisels you use?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching , links are in the description to the tools

[@mwa1252]

@@SterlingsWoodcrafts There is no link to the turning tools though.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I thought I updated it, I am Sorry, i just added it, as well as leave it here, Easy Wood Mid Size Carbide Turning Tools amzn.to/2LMBi7g

[@tomteriffeck6584]

Where do you get 7.25" 2x4's.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

local lumber yard, but you can make it what ever size you want, thanks for checking it out

[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

what is the size of the blank you started with? those aren't 2 x 4's. they look more like 2 x 8 or 2 x 10, glued 3 or 4 high

[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

there you said 2 x 6. thanks.

[@darbinorvar]

Nice job showing the process. I am planning to do a few bowls myself, very soon!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Darbin Orvar I hope you will be doing a video, would love to see your take on Turning, Thanks for checking it out Linn

[@PreachingtheTRUTH.]

I hear on so many videos about CA glue. Is it called something else, I went to my local hardware store and asked if they had CA glue and the guy looked at me like he had no idea what I was talking about. haha

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Cyanoacrylate glue is the industrial name for what iscommonly known as “Crazy Glue” or “Super Glue” or (CA Glue). In fact, the term cyanoacrylate glue generally describes quick-bonding super glues. They can be used to combine anything from metal to plastic and even human skin.

[@josegerardolopez4056]

Que pegamento utiliza ?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Usé el pegamento Titebond II para el pegamento, gracias por mirar

[@AlbeTurner]

Anyone catch the turning speed stated in the video?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

it was on a HF Lathe years ago, I cant remember the speed, but it was the lowest setting for that lathe, thanks for watching

[@AlbeTurner]

@@SterlingsWoodcrafts Thank you Sterling. I appreciate the video and your efforts. Nice bowl!

[@hotrodhog2170]

Using drywall screws is a big no no!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

your correct, usually use kreg screws with a flat edge, but i was out

[@hotrodhog2170]

@@SterlingsWoodcrafts I use 1 1/4" sheet metal screws for the best hold

[@briandg25ify]

I'm sure somebody has mentioned this, but those are obviously drywall screws, which are made of brittle steel, and will break rather than bend. You should know better.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for the feed back, they work great for me, Yes they will break rather than bend, but Knock on work, I have never had a break, appreciate the concern though

[@shunamitoryan6285]

We are all waiting to the one who would show how to use the GOUGES on the wood. To set up a piece of wood we all know. The missing part for begginers is the thecnique with the tools. This was not a tutorial for beginners.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for the feed back, I will work on that, appreciate you checking out the video

[@shunamitoryan6285]

@@SterlingsWoodcrafts shalom. I did think you would anser... thanks As i mentioned the thing about us beginers is that we dont know how to get the chisels right... angle, direction, hight of the toolrest, etc. This is the most important. Other than that the video is good and so is the product. Keep on.

[@kevinclarkreed]

What brand of band saw are you using that allowed the 41/2 inch thickness?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

An Old Delta handed down from my Uncle 72 1/2 inch Bandsaw blade

[@uniqko]

You are so amazing

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks so much for your kindness

[@nickgraham2002]

Finally, another brother who uses easy wood tools to turn! Nice job on the bowl!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Love them, i dont understand all the hate, Use what you like lol Thanks so much for watching and sharing

[@Degovernator]

I'm no pro, but i'd say if you struggle with softer woods it's due to dull tools. I find that with pine, cedar, and even open grain woods like oak I used to have mashed and torn grain until I started actually honing the skew and gouges instead of just hitting it on the grinder. I just use a diamond knife sharpener to hit the edge once I grind the bevel how I want.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Could be, thanks for watching and the feedback, appreciate you watching

[@PilgrimPiper]

Thank you for a good easy to follow video as soon I will make my first attempt at turning a bowl. Which model bandsaw are you using ? Peace be with you

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching, it was an old dildo that my uncle made it down to me 71 1/2 inch I believe

[@tonywells5454]

With you cutting so much off one end to square the blank, if you had looked at the pieces of wood before gluing them together you could have left the knots and other defects on the waste end, and avoided having to work around them when deciding which end to hollow out. Being a frugal Englishman though I might even have tried to make up four layers instead of three by checking the overall length before cutting the plank. You might have ended up with a bowl only 6.3/4" or even 6.1/2" diameter, but nearly 2" deeper! I was surprised how clean these carbide tools cut such a soft wood however, with no obvious tear out, so well done!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

So great tips and advice Tony, thanks so much for sharing , I appreciate the feed back

[@markwhitton2083]

Great video, but as a complete beginner I have trouble knowing when to use which tool, it would be a great benefit if you could explain which tool you're using and how to use it... thanks!!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

So sorry about the voiceover this was an old video that had issues with copyright music, so KZbin took it down, and as far as dimensions I made it up on the fly, All of the windows doors and items used outside of the box was a Steve Good pattern from his website

[@yzgrassy]

if you were actually a beginning turner.. you would probably not have a chuck.. I have been turning occasionally for a couple years and do not have one..you would be using a glue block..like I do..so perhaps you could rename the vid to first turning for people who have bought all the toys..

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

People grow at different paces , i have watched many videos, and leran much before I even bought a lathe, but I knew when I bought a lathe, what chuck I wanted, and tools to turn with, its just research , because someone has more does not make them better and not a beginner, this was my learning, and if people get something out of it, great, if not, it wasn't meant for them. I would love to see a video of how you do it, without a chuck, that would be an awesome video to share with people to give them your insight. Thanks for watching and your feedback

[@jeantibbs1838]

I am new to wood turning. How do you finish you bowls? I mean, what coating do you use to polish them? I have made five bowls and have been using min wax to finish them.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I just use a high friction polish, or Yorkshire Grit , thanks for watching

[@Accho29]

I find I run into a common issue. After shape ng the outside of the bowl, I make a tenon and flipit around to hollow. But I always get a little wobble, is that normal. Not sure how to get it perfectly center when hollowing.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Practice Practice Practice , thats what i say lol, i am still practicing to this day , thanks for watching and sharing

[@mitchellatchley5455]

Did you get a lot of chip out? Just recently tried turning 2x4 blocks I glued together and kept get massive chip outs.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Not really, the Carbide tools cut pretty smooth, really didnt have an issue

[@jonlanier_]

You know that is more expensive to do today, than just getting some maple or walnut that size from a local mill. Or exotic wood store.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Everything is more expensive lol

[@OldMtnGeezer]

Nice concept for an instructional video, but that mindless, endlessly repetitious music drove me out after about 5 minutes.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for sticking around as long as you did I appreciate your patience, this is all and fun, learning and sharing, but thanks for watching what you did

[@russkolber]

REAL UNSAFE technique with your little finger on TOP of the tool rail!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Yep, broke it of the next back, lesson learned

[@robira1313]

Did it really cost over $300 for those carbide turning tools?! Holy cow! Is it worth that?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

yes, and yes it is worth it, the stay sharper, longer, less maintenance, no need for a grinder, personally, i love them , well worth it

[@nikenike2530]

Ciao bravo complimenti dall Italia 🇮🇹 volevo farti una domanda,, mi sembra che usi solo una sgorbia per fare tutta la ciotola volevo sapere che sgorbia hai usato grazie. NJK

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Grazie mille per i complimenti, lo strumento che sto usando è un raschietto Easy Wood Tools, c'è un link sotto nella descrizione degli strumenti in modo da poterli controllare, grazie per aver guardato e condiviso

[@dlindesey]

I would have never thought to glue of some wood. Here I am buying good wood to practice my bowl turning when I can glue up wood to practice on. Thanks for the video.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out

[@kurtthomas7335]

Did you just drill holes to bolt your lathe to that dresser? I recently bought the same lathe and I hadn't thought of that, looks like a pretty good setup. Great video by the way, I also recently got the easy wood tools and am ready to see how they go.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I was taking trash off one day and a guy was dumping the dresser, i asked if he mind I take it, and from there made it my lathe counter, I just drilled holes and bolted it down, works great, thanks for checking it out Kurt

[@gt2slo]

Would you recommend this lathe for a beginner after using it for awhile?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I would, being a beginner myself, but what do i know lol, It works for me, thanks for checking it out

[@hermsradatus4689]

Great video, I just wish you had shown which cutter you were using for both the outside of the bowl and hollowing the inside. I assume a square 4R on the outside and a round cutter for the inside?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

thanks for checking it out, you are correct, round head for inside and square for outside roughing

[@michaelmorrissey1455]

Hi I liked this video very much. I have the same lathe but have not been able to find a chuck. I was just wondering where you found yours?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

any chuck will work, you will just have to get an insert for the chuck to fit the thread count of the lathe, i have the Super Nova 2 chuck, with an insert, hope that helps

[@Retroweld]

Very nice. I enjoyed this and I have never turned wood before. Thanks for posting. Douglas

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+RetroWeld Thanks Doug, Greatly appreciate you checking it out

[@jscottcarroll]

I have same lathe and love it....where did you get that chuck?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

its a Nova chuck, but you have to get a thread insert for it to fit the HF Lathe

[@TheCarpentersDaughterUK]

Very inspirational! I hope it's as easy as you made it look 😄 I've helped out with a bit of gouging last week, but can't wait to turn one on my own soon from start to finish 😀

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out , and hope everything goes well, let me know how you liked turning

[@richardkohler5236]

Great video and I appreciate the tips. You made mention of not being able to turn ceder well. My goal as a noob turner is to turn a set of ceder coffee cups as a gift (a friends 50th anniversary); can I ask what the issue is with turning ceder? Is it really difficult?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Its just a very soft wood and tends to break or explode while turning, then again, it could just be I dont know what I am doing lol, Best of luck with it, would love to see your results, i am sure it can be done, i am just still learning myself

[@olenciozuzarte6715]

I have an identical lathe by charnwood but the motor heats up

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

The harbor Freight lathe is not the best, but a great starter to learn the processes, then upgrade if you like turning

[@BradtheNomad]

Very informative! Well done sir!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

thanks for checking it out

[@AllenOxendine]

Thanks for sharing, I hadn’t tuned my first bowl yet. Practice Practice

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Appreciate your support by watching

[@TheShavingWoodWorkshop]

Great tutorial Sterling - The came out really nice too :-)

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+The ShavingWood Workshop Thanks Tommy !!

[@garreb7]

" Tips to Bowl Turning" all the turning was fast speed with no commentary. where were the tips?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Just sharing what i have learned, appreciate you checking it out and sorry it was not up to par for you

[@christhewheeler9381]

Just catching up on videos. Nice job. I have the smaller HF lathe and having a crazy time finding a chuck that will fit. Without spending 400 bucks. What do you have and where did you get it?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Chris The Wheeler I have the Super Nova 2, but you have to get an insert, they are like 10 bucks, the chuck was 220

[@SteveCarmichael]

Great video Sterling! I haven't tried turning a bowl yet and this helps. I gotta get a chuck though.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Steve Carmichael Thanks Steve, Its a lot of fun, appreciate you checking it out

[@harrykeel8557]

Dear Sir; i have enjoyed your video on tuning a bowl. And so far I have turned four, however, only two made to the finishing stage and beyond. two of them were the victim of a snag. Thankfully no one but the bowls and pride were injured. Once again thanks for the video, it has been a great help.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for sharing Harry, appreciate you checking out my video and hope the turnings get easier and better for you, All The Best

[@waynee.2856]

Nice video. I just got my first lathe today, got it set up and put a piece of bass wood on and just tested several different cutting tools to see how the work. I was a little nervous just because lathes can be dangerous, but I still had fun turning something square into something round. I've done a lot of wood working, but I think this will make it more fun. Thanks for the tips, I'll try them out on my next piece.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out and happy turning, I would love to see some of your work if you would like to share on my FB or other social Medias

[@MakeCrazydays]

Well, that explains how I have a disc sander now... learn something new every day I guess. Wonder who trolled who? One thing to toss out, due to my unfortunate experience: avoid dry wall screws in wet wood when mounting a face plate. I had some rather crappy results with them breaking off in the blank. I've heard of folks waxing the screws too, not sure if that would have helped though.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Make Crazydays Thanks Arron, Good info, appreciate you passing it along

[@Cako1000]

You should fix that drawer under your lathe pal

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I should, but I waiting to win the lottery to buy a better lathe with a stand , thanks for watching

[@Freddy3]

Super awesome video. I just started turning a couple weeks ago. Loving it. What size chuck will fit on my HF lathe? It's the 12"x33" lathe. I can't find information anywhere telling me which one to get. I might be asking the wrong question in search. Sorry to bother you with such an amateur question. LOL

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I use the Super Nova 2 with threaded inserts, and the nova 3 with fit as well without inserts, just make sure the thread count is correct, and you will be golden, Thanks for watching

[@scrager4]

There's a typo in your description: "Turning Does have to be hard, or intimidating" should be "Turning does not have to be hard or intimidating"

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+scrager4 Thank You and Corrected, Appreciate you checking it out

[@SawDustMakerRJM]

I plan on getting a lathe sometime in the near future so I will be coming back to this video when I do. Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Saw Dust Maker Awesome, it opens up a lot of doors to woodworking, very cool to hear

[@dmoss8928]

Which tool are you using to hollow the bowl out with?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

It is the Easy Wood Finsher Mid Size, it is a round carbide cutter, thanks for checking it out

[@sdmcustoms]

when using 2x4s is it a requirement to wear a Jay Bates shirt ? ...lol j/k great video ,I've recently used a lathe on 2 projects and have no idea which is the right chisel to use so it's awesome to see this video ,I'm gonna try a bowl soon ,thank you

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+sdmcustom woodworking lol, Jay's a good Dude, Thanks for checking it out, I think he would be proud lol

[@sdmcustoms]

Yes he is ,nice bowl that grain looks great

[@stevekeene2673]

What tool do you use to turn the inside of bowl?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

I hold it out with the square cutter then smooth it with a smoother the round one

[@jjtjp5761]

if your still around... where did u get a jaw that fits habor lathe?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

any chuck will work , you have to get an threaded insert , i use a Super Nova 2 chuck, but i honest cant remember the thread count to tell you the insert size you would need. maybe a google search on your lathe for the thread count will get you that answer, then who ever sales chucks shouls also sale the inserts, i got mine from Klingspors in Hickory NC

[@jbcardin]

I have that same lathe also. Last year I bought a Barracuda 2 four jaw chuck from Penn State. It's been a good chuck so far. Comes with several different size jaws. I also ordered the drill chuck for the tailpiece.

[@tomjackson7022]

Looks like you are using carbide tools. Correct? I've had trouble with traditional bowl grind/fingernail shapes catching on pine.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thats correct, pine is hard to turn either way, soft woods is what i practice with a lot, cheap

[@tommyschutz9008]

Very good instruction, and very helpful, and inspirational I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. You mentioned turning cedar, and you had difficulty with it, using regular tools. I have made a lot of blanks, from cedar, that I want to turn, into bowls, are there some problems that persist, you can make me aware of?ThanksTommy Schutz

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out, cedar is just a soft wood, that seems to chip out and split easy on me, it can be done, just got to take your time with it

[@kirkzweibruck]

Wouldn't start with pine the tearout is insane

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching and My apologies for late response , i never say it til now, All the Best

[@fuelvideosyall]

What kind of band saw are you using?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

old Delta , thanks for checking it out

[@JamesCouch777]

I'm a beginner and it is not as easy as I thought, however I am very stubborn and don't plan on quitting. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Never give up, and thanks for this, I apologize for the late response but appreciate your comment and Kindness

[@stevemcentyre1570]

I see you are coming right along with the lathe. Looks like the bowl turned out pretty nice. I did a mallet out of a treated 4X4. Not pretty but it serves the purpose. Nice video. Hope you had a good time in kC. Regards.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Steve McEntyre Thanks for checking it out Steve, Had a Blast in KC, and as long as it works for you and your needs, Its all good lol

[@StephenPierceMusic]

My HF lathe is same as yours. All i can afford at this time. You may have found this out, but the tool rest breaks very easily. Mine broken on a catch and hit my shoulder and flew across my shop. Didn't hurt me thankfully as I moved out of the way (mostly), but it is scary! I replaced the rest with a Robust tool rest and come to find out that HF lathe tool rests are not a true 1". I had to turn a fresh hole in my banjo on my HF tool rest arm. Nice video! SP

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

you are correct, it is not a true 1 inch hole for the rest, i had mine drilled out to fit the 1 in rest I bought, never had the rest break like that, bet that was scary, glad your ok, and thanks for checking out mine channel

[@thomascanfield8571]

Im brand new, picked up a mark 5 yesterday with all the goodies but I only want it for the lathe function. I already found some walnut and want to make my first bowel and my first thought was how do you avoid hitting the mounting screws. Well that trick of drilling from the tail stock is genius, I will really use that.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

So you don’t use drywall screws in turning, but knock on wood, I’ve never had an issue, not to say that I won’t, not to say that it’s safe, that’s just what I do, tried your own risk lol

[@jx14aby]

That was great. Thanks for the video.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching and you feedback

[@summerswoodworking]

Did you cut out the pith? Lmfao!!! I remember when you did this when the video came out. Still a great video to re-watch!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

lol, actually no, but it all worked out, Thanks Brain , appreciate your support

[@ageriks0n]

Great video Sterling! Nice meeting you in KC! Hope you had lots of good BBQ while you were here! BTW - I too am 6-4 260 pounds! We were the two "big dogs" at WIA - LOL! Just a couple comments - if you had extended your diagonal lines, you could have used them to line up your faceplate through the faceplate screw holes. - Also I noticed that you started the lathe at something other than the slowest speed. The HF manual recommended that you start/stop the lathe at the slowest speed. Just a safe practice to get into. Not such a big deal in what you were doing, just if you stopped at a high speed and chucked up a big, out of balance blank next, you could have some issues!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Alan Erickson Had a Blast in KC, Jack Stacks, and LC BBQ was Awesome, Thanks so much for the call outs, you are correct, I need to get into the habit of reducing the speed once I am done, because the Central Machine lathe, you can't change the speed unless it is running, Great Call Out, Thanks for checking it out

[@harveyellis6758]

Nice video! Should avoid using drywall screws on face plate though. This type of screw is quite brittle and will break if you have a few too many catches.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for that, i have stopped using them , i can see now how that was not safe, live and learn lol

[@AllenOxendine]

Thanks for sharing, just purchased my first lathe and I'm looking forward to learn the craft...

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Its fun and a rabbit hole that never ends lol, Thanks for checking it out

[@leighstevens1075]

Really appreciate this video. As a beginner on a limited budget, exotic hardwoods are a rarity; what I do have is still waiting til i feel I can do it justice (& not waste it..). Ive used some old blocks of pine but didnt think of 2x4. a cheap alternative to learn on ty

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thank you for checking it out

[@terretulsiak]

I didn't hear him say how you orient the boards. That is the type of instruction that could help in addition to what type of glue...how long do you clamp, etc. Thanks!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Titebond 2 is what glue i used, left it clamped over night , 12 hours maybe, and i just glue the long grain together, sorry for not being as detailed in this video, i was new and still learning the making of projects and videos, just sharing the journey , appreciate you checking it out

[@jasoncollins4088]

What part of NC are you in? We were just in Fayetteville a couple of weeks ago speaking at some churches.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Jason Collins Close to Charlotte , Thanks for checking out my channel , appreciate it greatly

[@Tommo158]

My friend turns and sells yarn bowls made from 2x6" timber put together exactly the same as you made your bowl. It is the only stuff he makes them from. Great semi-tutorial my friend, wish I had half your skill 😎

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks so much for your kindness, and support, I am sure you have awesome skills, Appreciate the view

[@HammerandNeil]

So if you glue up the boards with the grain all in the same direction you shouldn't have problems with cracking?

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

no sure about that, but mine is still fine with no cracks, Thanks for checking it out

[@rashidjavad8806]

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[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for watching

[@MGMakes]

Nicely done buddy, love how it "turned" out. 👊👊👊

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

lol, Thanks so much for the kind words

[@KellySWood]

I go to job sites and pick up the ends of the cut laminated beams. Works great, just have to cut them down to size.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

gret use of scraps, and awesome to practice with, Thanks for checking it out

[@DesignBuildExecute]

Very cool, Sterling! my first bowls were chunks of 2x4 and 2x6. I hadn't stacked any like that. I'll have to try that.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Jason Rausch Turned out better then I would of thought, Thanks for checking it out

[@peterstewart9376]

Very nice! Surprising to see how nice that 2x4 actually turned. Best regards, Peter

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Peter Matthew I was too, I have turned it with traditional tools and it was always a fail, Thanks for checking it out

[@webadage]

Um... love your video but... I'm sorry to be the one to say it but... that ain't a 2x4 it's a 2x8

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

you are correct , I glued it up a few weeks earlier than when I actually turned it, and could not remember when I was doing the outtro for the video, thanks for being so observant and for watching

[@randysngh]

Hi Sterling, You are awesome. Great Video. I am a beginner. Have not yet used a Lathe and I am thinking of buying one. Your Video just convinced me....THANKS

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

We have to start somewhere , i am still learning as well, and just sharing the Journey, Appreciate you checking it out , hope it was helpful

[@BlindWoodTurner]

Hi there !! That was a really enjoyable video.Great explanations throughout and a cool sense of humour....Thanks for sharing it with us. Cheers. Chris.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out

[@TedAlexander24]

That pine bowl came out great Sterling. And you did a great job explaining each step. Great videography as usual.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Ted Alexander Thanks Ted, hoping someone out there may get some use from it

[@jordanhenderson3741]

Great little bowl you turned there, I've made a few round boxes and ring holders from construction grade pine. The Orange and off white hue it ends up with us very nice. Love working with pine! Great video!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Thanks for checking it out, much appreciated

[@uidsea]

This was exactly what I needed to get started. Thanks!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Glad it would help you, would love to see your work if you share on social media please share your social media so we could check out your work, thanks again for watching all the best

[@SgtofUSMarines96to04]

Well done, you know my lathe once helped me rescue a family of snowmen from a fallen branch in my yard. They liked it so much they come each Christmas and hang around my house.

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

+Aaron Miller lol, I am looking forward to turning some of those this year as well, thanks for checking it out