TURNING Offcuts into Art!: Stunning Jarrah Burl Resin Bowl Woodturning Project

Welcome back to the workshop, where creativity spins on the lathe of imagination! In today’s woodturning project, we’re transforming ordinary offcuts into an extraordinary piece of art. Join me as we delve into the mesmerizing world of epoxy resin and woodturning to create a stunning Jarrah Burl resin bowl.
Jarrah Burl, known for its rich hues and intricate grain patterns, pairs beautifully with the glass-like clarity of epoxy resin. This project not only showcases the unique characteristics of these materials but also emphasizes the beauty of turning overlooked pieces into something spectacular. Whether you’re a seasoned woodturner or a curious crafter, this project will provide insights into the techniques of resin casting and the artful precision of woodturning.
So, grab your tools, and let’s get spinning as we blend art and craftsmanship in this exciting woodturning journey!
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The methods I demonstrate are not to be used as a guide for best practice. Thanks

[@tonybrock5288]

I would love to see a similar construction with a clearer resin so one can see a 3D view inside the bowl of the burl spikey bits

[@lornacy]

I was thinking the same thing, although I also really, really like how this looks!

[@bluediabolo1]

Me too

[@fionacrouch1732]

​@lornacy me too! 🙃

[@chrisgrimshaw6358]

Brilliant work. Clear resin possibly even more striking one feels. Chris

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tony, and by the looks of it, it's something I will have to try 😀

[@allochthonplays2978]

The first couple of times I saw slow-motion on this channel were instances where disaster struck: the piece broke, or came off the lathe, etc. So now when you go into slo-mo, my reaction is "Oh no! What's going to go wrong!" LOL Glad nothing did go wrong. Spectacular piece. I love how the grain seems to match going across the resin, so it almost looks like it was 1 piece of wood, instead of 3.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much that is what I was hoping for with the 3 pieces. I have had a few people start to worry when it went into slomo lol, sorry about that 😃

[@Angela-en6oh]

Hello Mike. Well, that little “adventure” was well worth the final result. The bowl turned out so beautifully - a proper treasure for the future. I do like the fact you are happy to experiment and think outside the normal wood turning box, which makes what you produce so interesting and also a pleasure to watch as it develops and unfolds. As always, I am already looking forward to what you have planned for your next “experiment” and am sure it will be equally as delightful as this one. Have a great week.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Angela, I do like the way this one came out, all the best and I hope you have a great week as well 😃

[@squareandlevel]

Absolutely stunning work Mike, I think that may be my favorite so far. The accent ring is perfect. I yelled at my screen "Noooooo" when you said you were going to cut it off. I've never worked with Jarrah, now I have to try and find some. Thank you for sharing this beauty, hope you have a great day!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Scott, so glad I did not cut it off now lol, I'm pretty happy with the way this came out. Jarrah is a nice wood, but there are a lot of holes and splits in it so take care, all the best Mike 😃

[@han_463]

nice to see you back after the big move, glad all is well

[@MikeHolton]

Been back a while but it is great to be all settled in 😃

[@LoisHubbard]

I love your approach with the resin Mike - using it as a tool to combine some otherwise tricky pieces, but then spending so much time and love revealing that burl and those grains. It really does keep the wood as the star of the show

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Lois, like everything else in my shop, resin is just a tool to get the most out of the wood 😃

[@springbay1]

What an adventure. I have nothing against eggs, but I'm really happy that you decided on this journey for the week instead

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks 😀

[@von-iv1jo]

This bowl turned out real good.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😃

[@brendadriver2702]

I hate it when screwup’s turn out so beautiful!🤪 I love the shape! Thanks Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Brenda, I know just what you mean 😂😛

[@user-lx5gu9bd2c]

A lengthy detailed project that has produced a unique and beautiful art piece. Gosh I hope I win!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Eric 😀

[@shelleygreer915]

What an amazing contrast between your desire to emphasize the wood over the resin, and another wood turner I watch who emphasizes the resin. I love how wonderfully your piece turned out with that lovely wood.😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Shelley, when you have wood as nice as this you need to show it off and not let the resin take anything away instead it needs to help promote the wood 😃

[@benketteridge9150]

Lovely piece, Mike. The revelation of the bold gold and black colours at the end of the first sanding was fantastic.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Ben 😀

[@shawndesjardins3841]

Pilot holes and a little wax on the threads of the screws would save you some headaches. Great looking bowl, Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

haha I know lol 😃

[@nikkiewhite476]

Truly this piece shows that you are not just a wood worker but an artist. I do so love seeing you work out how to make the wood shine.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Nikkie, I really appreciate that 😀

[@johnbrereton4756]

Another great bowl, and another idea I will be stealing. It just shows that it is always good to keep those scraps of wood left over . keep doing what you're doing there is nobody out there who explains step by step how to become a good Turner.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much John, that really means a lot to me 😀

[@pennyperry9561]

Beautiful idea to use resin, but still feature the wood in the design. You did have me yelling Noooo! When deciding to keep the lip, because I was wanting to see the natural wood drop into the center...but perhaps the rim gives it a more human touch. It is these choices, along with the final result that make it so much fun to watch!😊

[@MikeHolton]

@@pennyperry9561 Haha thanks, I nearly took it off it was a 50 50 decision

[@dalebrittenham1823]

The jarrah could not decide if it was still down under or not LOL... Great job Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Haha good one Dale 😂

[@Riley-yy1yv]

I’m usually not a fan of resin bowls but this one really caught my eye! The jarrah is beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Riley, used in he right way resin can be very beautiful 😃

[@Kathy11271957]

it has a Mid-Century-Modern feel, I like it

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kathy, I agree, this is just about my favourite shape to turn 😀

[@stevewroe1599]

Lovely looking bowl Mike well done, going with the flow worked out fantastically. Nice to see you used the plug cutter tip i mentioned for getting out the broken screws.👏

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks and yes I did, makes the job so much easier 😊

[@henur]

that turned out so beautiful, absolute love that you used rest pieces of wood to make it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, it seemed to make a lot of sense to do it this way 😀

[@SebastiandR81]

My favorite wood turning channel!

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thanks so much Sebastian 😀

[@user-fr1wj6co2n]

The jarrah wood is beautiful and the added colors in the resin just highlight the wood perfectly. Nice job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Ronald😀

[@joeribak]

Mike! You are quite a creative genius! I just love everything about this bowl, and your journey getting there. One of the surprises was that you were able to pour the 80 minute pot time in 75 minutes! In that volume, I thought it would set off in the cups. Whew! Great job as always 😊 Joe CA

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Joe, the resin is very slow to cure which is why I could leave it so long without any worry 😀

[@imwhisper]

Love how it turned out. The shape goes with your brother's book. 👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks so much! 😊

[@susanburrows5288]

Beautiful! I'm glad you decided to keep the top lip on the bowl, I think it mirrors the shape of the foot nicely. I've never heard of Jarrah wood before so had no idea it would shine up to such a lovely deep red! Love the grain that showed up in the final polishing as well. The resin ties all the pieces together, I think it makes the wood look like one very varied burl!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Susan, it's not the easiest wood to work with (lots of cracks) but it's worth it 😃

[@peterthornton8520]

Another example of a fertile imagination. Very nice indeed. I think the colour of the wood matched with resin gives it its presence. Nice one.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Peter 😀

[@amieclay8409]

What a gorgeous piece! The colors are amazing. I just love it. Here's a smooch for Hooch!! 😘😘😘

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Amie and of course the smooch will be passed on 😀

[@Colganology]

Wow. Absolutely the right colour resin :)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😊

[@brycegenevaostler9359]

Mike very nice bowl. I am glad you jeep the rim. It adds to the look of the piece. I do agree with the other people who would like to see the burl in the resin. Thanks for sharing your talents.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Bryce, when I get more burl with a nicer edge I'll do it 😃

[@DoloresJNurss]

That might be your most beautiful work to date!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dolores 😀

[@charmainerohde8575]

Awesome bowl! A beautiful modern design to go with a futuristic novel.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Charmaine 😃

[@shaunbutler8481]

Probably one of the top ones so far - and as others below have said, clear resin could be a good experiment. As ever, great to watch. Thanks Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Shaun 😊

[@wessnyder6345]

No mistakes made as far as I can see. It turned out just as you planed. leaving the lip on the bowl was a good choice. So happy for your brother's new book. Here we consider nepotism to be perfectly acceptable as long as you keep it in the family.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha that's funny and thanks so much 😀

[@davidarcher6954]

The color contrast between the wood and the epoxy is really fantastic I am amazed at the finished results Bravo Mike .......Bravo good sir

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much David 😀

[@raywaltersjr.2146]

What a stunning piece,love the grain on this wood. Great craftsmanship Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Ray 😃

[@DPerney1]

This is my favorite thing you’ve made so far. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you! 😀

[@DavidBird-uu8km]

Thank you, my wife would really like to have this.

[@MikeHolton]

No worries ☺️

[@loranwfry-zu9pu]

Look at that guy running the bandsaw like an old pro. 😉 very nice work, Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Loran, I'm getting better 😂

[@markduggan3451]

Very impressive bowl, and your brother sounds like he's talented too.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark, he is very gifted artistically and academically, he has a PHd in mathematics!

[@deborahfaulk5532]

What a pretty design, the grain in the wood is amazing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Deborah 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

Yeah using your new addition to your workshop to help create a very beautiful piece of art❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Mary, it comes in so handy 😊

[@mashmade-airth]

They're some really nice "off cuts" Mike 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I thought so too 😃

[@Tseringlhatso]

Oh wow, I have a new favourite 😍 it's just wonderful. Your are such a talented guy!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I think this makes it into my top 5, I do love this shape 😀

[@LouisaLee63]

Lovely bowl! I’m glad you left the lip.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Louisa, me too 😀

[@geoffreywood5808]

VERY nice! Love the resin accent. It sets off the wood perfectly,

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Geoffrey 😀

[@BarbaraShelton-xz9vn]

I. Love. This bowl! Love the texture. Love the colors. Just plain love it!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Barbara 😁

[@vincenthardman7691]

I like the final shape and the colours are striking. Thank you for sharing Mike.

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Vincent 😃

[@robinkerr1624]

I’ve always liked jarrah, coming from Australia, and the many things it’s used for here always look really nice.. However, you have definitely taken it to the next level Mike. Absolutely beautiful bowl!!! Again!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your creativity with us again.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Robin, really appreciate it 😃

[@simon54131]

I love the discus shaped pieces, yet another fantastic piece.

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks Simon, must admit, this is my favourite style, I may just keep this one for myself 😃

[@walshjp17]

Stunning bowl, Mike. Well done.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@RavensViewStudio]

Stunning design, Mike! Love that colour.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much my friend 😀

[@ericparramore5136]

Best use of nepotism I've seen in some time. Love the finish on the burl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Eric, very proud of my big brother 😊

[@hoppers2010]

That Jarrah looks fabulous. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

You are so welcome! 😀

[@Regularguy-mj3le]

Like the flying saucer shape

[@MikeHolton]

Me too 😃

[@vespaboy03]

Beautiful bowl Mike! Great contrast in colors using epoxy. Thank you for sharing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@82ndairbornevet]

Mike, the jarrah looks to be a very dense wood but it turns out quite beautiful once it’s sanded and polished. You did an outstanding job with the pieces. The finished bowl is magnificent, it looks a bit like a flying saucer.👽

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks my friend 😁

[@paulevans180]

Again, it's a really nice bowl. I never tried resin, but after watching another one of your resin videos, I am tempted to try, but I am new to turning and learning lots by watching your videos. So thank you.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Paul, it's a lot of fun turning resin and not as hard as you think. Hod look with your turning journey and if you need any help just get in touch. 😃

[@L.J._Productions]

Really lovely piece. Really glad you kept that little rim on the top, good call.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! ☺️

[@lornacy]

As you were working I was thinking what a huge mess resin makes. It certainly ends up as a beautiful frame for that wood, though! Thanks for putting up with the cleaning in order to make us such a lovely piece of art ❤️

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much and you are right, it get's everywhere and wraps around everything, cleaning up generally takes twice as long but it's worth it 😀

[@cazdough6565]

What an amazing wood Jarrah is, and the bowl you've turned is gorgeous; you are a talented family, its funny that i commented on your descriptive writing last week, and that this week you are letting us know of your brother's success on having a book published 😃, have a super week!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much, my brother is so much smarter than me, me qualified for Mensa when he was 12 😀

[@RoyWCanada]

Hi Mike, another stunning piece. The Jarrah Burl did seem hard but what a marvellous finish with the resin also. Good choice leaving the lip it makes it stand out more adding to the finished bowl. Thanks for the video looking forward to the next one. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Roy, no idea yet whet the next one will be 😀

[@petershipman7314]

Beautiful work Mike loving the jarrah ,I’ve used it rock hard stuff but worth it well done ,colours are great 🎉❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Peter, the wood is certainly hard lol 😀

[@cbakerpt]

Interesting project. I can never imagine the end result until you have finished it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, all the best, Mike 😃

[@louisjackson4634]

So beautiful Mike! I think I’m now accustomed to your palette choices, I called blue and gold as soon as you mentioned resin 😁

[@MikeHolton]

Haha you know me so well Louis, may have to throw in a curve ball 😁

[@Snugglez187]

Absolutely gorgeous! I love resin projects. I think it adds interesting contrast, and it's reassuring to know the piece is rock solid for turning and not going to fall apart.

[@MikeHolton]

I totally agree! Love this one 😀

[@garybeasley4885]

Nicely done. I like how you handled all the little accidents to make a great piece.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Gary, these accidents are all part of life 😃

[@thenash4822]

This is a beautiful piece Mike, and one of my favorites. The grain and color of the burl is gorgeous, and contrasts nicely with the resin. The lip at the top did add some interest, and the overall shape of the bowl is really nice. It's always an interesting journey watching you create these, and this turned out beautifully.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much my friend 😃

[@joepucciariello3016]

Wow Mike. That turned out really nice.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Joe 😀

[@TomTovarnak]

Liked the transformation. Always good to watch.

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Tom 😀

[@donaldadams5342]

This is a truly beautiful bowl Mike. We are all allowed to have little hiccups from time to time Not having all three pieces of Jarrah level at the base has not had ANY adverse affect on the final outcome, in fact it may well have had a positive influence on the finished piece, it often happens this way when one is dealing with a piece of Art. Jarrah is an extremely nice Australian wood but the trees are now an endangered species. Love you work mate, Cheers, Don from South Australia.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Don, if I had not had the mishap I was intending to make something completely different so I'm happy it happened 😀

[@jonksmodels]

Beautiful Jarrah Burl, well worth the effort despite being so hard, love the colour too.

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks! Pretty happy with this one 😀

[@mikehorning4060]

This project is so original, creative, and beautiful. Very well done sir.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Mike 😃

[@baconsoda]

That's a good job. I'm glad you left the little rim because it adds an interesting element. Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, you too Brendan 😃

[@debraculbertson3915]

Love the wood and color. The shape reminds me of an alien spaceship!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! Must admit, I love making this style 😀

[@barryrankin587]

Another great piece Mike. Excellent job. Thanks again

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Barry, and thanks for watching 😀

[@ruthportway5198]

Very tactile and pleasing

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ruth, I do love this one 😃

[@79Firegirl]

What a beautiful wood jerrah. Had never seen it.. and the combination with those colors of resin, just perfect.. it let the wood be the feature instead of the resin.. very good call 💪🥰

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Wendy, it is quite a hard wood but really beautiful colour 😀

[@AlienLeader4]

Awesome bowl. Love the UFO shape. Keep up the amazing work. 👽

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks a bunch my friend

[@DesignbyDek]

Another beautiful turn! I was back and forth with you about that lip, but I think you made the right choice.

[@MikeHolton]

I think so too! It was a close call though lol 😀

[@howardatwood3441]

Love it! One of my favorites I think. Simple design combined with beautiful wood lets each of the elements shine through. Definitely a case where “the sum is greater than individual parts”! Nice job…again!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Howard 🙂

[@bethjohnson2793]

Oh my goodness you are awesome! I love this beautiful bowl art! Wow

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Beth, you are so kind 😀

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

When mixing colors, the dyes mix together well, but mica works better in a thicker mixture drizzled over afterwards and then “mix” with a heat gun. The heat will cause the resin to rise and fall and the mica will travel with it, but it will stay in thicker veins instead of dispersing. As long as you don’t overheat the resin, it will help it penetrate the wood and get any trapped air out as well.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, that sounds like good advice 😀

[@vdubboy85225]

Stunning piece Mike. So, amazing how even while learning you put out beautiful art. What an eye you have.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I just love trying new things 😀

[@paulevans180]

Thank you, looking forward to your next video's

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Paul 😃

[@markporter4442]

A great bowl and really good to see how you creatively manage the little issues that seem to torment all woodturners

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Mark, I have these problems the same as everyone else 😃

[@MGDesignsWoodworking]

Great looking bowl. Love the resin color choices.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! 😃

[@cudamank]

Wow that is some color!! Love it!

[@MikeHolton]

I love it! Thanks Mark 😀

[@user-nx8gk1le2m]

Lovely piece Mike, the wood is just beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks Rena 😀

[@mikew2468]

A terrific result Mike and great to see your approach and how you adapt to deal with life’s little problems. Congrats to your brother, surprised it’s not a murder mystery set around a Woodturning club…maybe next time!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Mike, if I had written it it might have been lol 😃

[@deborahthompson258]

Mike you have quite a creative mind. The bowl is lovely and quite a nice show piece. Great work. 😊❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Deborah, that is very nice of you to say, I do try 😀

[@jakes9708]

Another gorgeous work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@shawncrane7448]

Simply beautiful!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you Shawn 😊

[@larryjefferson2146]

Another awesome project! New shop seems to suit your creative juices!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Larry, I'm really enjoying the space 😀

[@mattyb702]

wow!!! top work again Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Matty 😀

[@OKHall]

Beautiful wood makes a beautiful bowl. Well done my freind....

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@christinecampbell7404]

Wood is so fascinating!

[@MikeHolton]

I completely agree Christine 😀

[@Bkrsdtr]

What a lovely bowl. I love your work!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😃

[@rodevans602]

Absolutely splendid!

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it 😃

[@susanackerman217]

Wow! ❤❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Susan 😄

[@DiggaTheWolf]

Love it, looks awesome, really rich and warm colour.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀