Wood Turning - A Shallow Bowl

[@Aytheon1]

Hey Mike, nice vid and love the color of that wood, glad to see your vids again hope you are doing and feeling better, I really enjoy watching u turn and u do a good job of it. Thanks for all u do Mike Will

[@TheBrotherKnight]

Well done Mike. It is not as easy as it looks to scrape with such a soft touch. Fantastic piece of burl turned into a beautiful platter. For a self-taught turner you are well up there with the professional’s. A real Welsh artisan. Best regards David

[@CarlJacobson]

Wonderful job, I just love turning pieces with a natural edge. It's always a surprise how it will turn out. Beautiful piece Mike. Take care, Carl

[@geekygrandpa]

Great job Mike. Even though I live in the US, my ancestors came from Northern Wales. Good to see a Welshman doing such fantastic work. It proves thst Eales can produce quality artisans also.

[@carverman613]

Beautiful platter Mike, I always enjoy your turning videos and look forward to more. Serge in Canada

[@1RebelDog1]

Another fine piece mike, nice to see a fellow Welshman turn something so beautiful!

[@TurnerinThailand]

Nice to see you turning again, very nice plate Mike. Keep up the good work sir!

[@alansimpson596]

Hello Mike, Really lovely result as the result of your expert turning with razor sharp tools. I love working with burrs as you can't anticipate how they are going to turn out but mostly they are spectacular. Best wishes, Alan.

[@douglaspalmer9809]

hi big chap back from the hols to latvia to find this cracking platter your always a joy to watch mike great piece of work thanks for sharing ,,,,,,,,,dougie,,,,,

[@tjdnorth]

Wonderful video Mike, nice touch with the scraper. Good health to you and continue with the great videos!

[@LarryMcCafferty]

Nice piece of wood and nice work on it as well! Your skill just keeps us watching!!

[@AsWoodTurns]

Great bowl. I'm also amazed at the neatness of your shop/studio. Thanks for the video. Alan Stratton

[@MegaWicked007]

Nice piece with several challenges Mike. Like all your videos. Very glad to see that your health is improving. I am sure it is not improving fast enough for you though, don't rush it. Looking forward to your next video and enjoy your humor.

[@markbiagi4609]

Glad to see you back in the shop nice work as always

[@MrTeeball]

Mike you did a beautiful job on a fantastic piece of wood. Thanks

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Carl, I think they are much more exciting, and satisfying when they don't break up! Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Bill, and great news about your wife.....and the shop. Take care Mike

[@BTOCALLMASTER]

Awesome turn Mike! That bowl is loaded with character! I don't think I could be successful turning a piece of wood in that condition. I lost the use of my left arm three years ago. I now turn using my right hand only. Nathan

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Alan. I don't know about the "expert" bit, but thanks anyway. As I've said before the wood is the star of the show. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Doc...from you, few words is a real compliment! ;) Take care Mike

[@LJTomlinson1]

Walt, what a beautiful little dish, good eye

[@THESNAF2]

Great job on the Burl Platter there Mike..looks smick...cheers Mick!!!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Arty, great idea re the shoe brush, I will give it a try. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for your comments, and continued support Serge. Take care Mike

[@MiguelSancheztornoartesano]

A really lovely piece, congratulations Mike, nice job. Kind regards.

[@MrArchiewilson]

Lovely piece of work Mike as usual, been looking at that lathe since Axminster introduced it in the new year think I will have to raid the piggy bank. Thanks for the great vids. Take care.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Ron, your the first to notice that, well done mate ;) Take care Mike

[@OzWorkshop]

A lovely piece of wood and masterly finished..well done..:o)#

[@MikeWaldt]

I get the same problem all the time, I laughed my head of when I read the first comment, this guy has the same finger problem that I do ;) Take care Mike

[@baconsoda]

This is First class! You are setting the bar very high for the rest of us but having something to aspire to is motivation and learning. I haven't forgotten about that other thing we talked about but I'm still having problems with the relationship between this computer and my camera so I'm scared to download any software until I get this issue sorted. As soon as I do I'll let you know. Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@Robbiethewoodturner]

Very glad to see that your health is improving.greate bowl mike i love burls the are the best. the only trouble is when the wife throws them, they hurt more lol take care,Robbie

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jim, glad you find them of use. This is what I use : 3 parts Cellulose Sanding Sealer to 1 part Cellulose Thinners and Woodwax22. Apply sealer mix twice and cut back between each coat when dry (5mins) Two coats of the Woodwax22 buffing out each application. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Alan, I do like it as clean and tidy as possible, but it quite often resembles a bomb site ;) Take care Mike

[@SuperBowser87]

Beautiful work as always Mikey! Or should I call it work? Beautiful bit of fun and art Mikey! Yeah that sounds better. Thanks!

[@Chriswoodworker]

I have watched all your videos probably 3 or 4 times. KZbin is great. You are my turning teacher and you dot even know it. Please keep these videos coming.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Chris, your unwavering support is much appreciated. Thanks again and take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Brendan for your enthusiastic support, I really appreciate it. I'm glad to hear that our little chat is still in your mind, JUST DON'T FORGET!!!!! ;) Take care me ol' mate Mike

[@MrSkeeter18]

Thanks mike. Turned out good. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeWaldt]

Good evening Pete ;) Thanks for your encouragement it does take some practice to cut fresh air! Yes I only put the Danish oil on the inclusions, as it's difficult to get the wax right in the deepest parts, so the oil seeps in, and keeps the wood in there nourished. Take care Mike

[@pstodds]

looking great mike!

[@MikeWaldt]

Well hello there Dougie, hope you had a great holiday mate. Glad you like the video too ;) Take care mate Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Nathan for your comment and support. If we are determined enough, anything is possible well done mate. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Andy, and grrrrroan! Various sources, mainly free wood from friends and family, I have bought some exotics though, not a lot. I also have a very good mate that owns a wood yard, and get the oak burrs and other bits from him. Not forgetting "the road side bits"! Thanks for your support Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Lol....thanks Brian, I think you me and Geekygrandpa, should start a club for inept typing experts!!! Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi George, It's RobbieTheWoodturner Cheers Mike

[@BillThomas5888]

Sorry Mike Too many inclusion I like my soup thick but I still think it would drip away before I get a chance to taste it. LOL. Serious though an excellent bit of turning. Keep up the good work, My new shop is nearly completed, and the wife comes home in two weeks time. Still no movement down the right side of her body but she's a fighter and I hope she makes a full recovery soon. Take Care Bill

[@JonMadsen70]

beautiful piece!

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Thomas, I have a live center with a removable point, that I keep permanently out, for my goblets. It merely hold the tennis ball with a little pressure from the tail stock. Thanks for watching and commenting. Take care Mike

[@mrgroovestring]

Great tutorial, and a darned good video. Thanks, for the help.Kent

[@MikeWaldt]

+Kenny Starr Thanks Kenny, I appreciate it. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Will, I really appreciate your continued support Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks for the kind comments, and we may be distantly related, there's a horrible thought for you! being related to an Eale.....lol. Thanks for the support. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks David, I thank you for the compliment, it proves us Welshmen don't always chase sheep, and keep on saying boyo......only sometimes! ;) Thanks for your support mate. Take care Mike

[@duncancdabest]

Looks awesome. You are at wood turning. Keep making the awesome videos. P.S it took me 12 Minutes to type this because of the silly auto spell check on I pads LOL!

[@decoy48]

Top Job as all ways thanks Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Tom, the last bit definitley sounds better :) Cheers Mikey

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Robbie, burls are great to work with, but can be a challenge. It's a shame there are no Balsa Wood Burls, they wouldn't hurt at all ;) Take care mate Mike

[@lesparsons3760]

Lovely job Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for your support, and get well wishes Take care Mike

[@jakegevorgian]

very beautiful!

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you for your support Take care Mike

[@Lolotourneur]

Superbe Mike, bravo. Lolo

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks for your kind words Larry. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Sir! Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Richard, I appreciate your support. The software is AVS4You. Take care Mike

[@lizdav123]

Love your video ,as newcomer can you tell me how you sharpen your tools please ,keep up the good work regards David wall

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Archie, if you do go for one, I promise you won't be disappointed. Let me know when you take the plunge. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Rob, appreciate your support mate Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Tom, glad you enjoyed it. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks very much Charles, it's my pleasure. Take care Mike

[@Roofer1a]

Hello. Very nice Video. Thx from Germany

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Dirk Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Lawrence, glad you liked it Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Take care Mike

[@worromij]

excellent work...i've learned a lot from watching this and your other videos, thanks. could you give the ingredients and amounts for your sanding sealer mixture please... thanks again jim

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Telbera Take care Mike

[@lizdav123]

Hi Mike many thanks for your quick reply ,I,ve had a look at your video its very good , I,m thinking of getting the Robert sorby pro edge system have you had any experience of it keep up the good work regards David

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Christian. Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Allen Take care Mike

[@smitm108]

Hi MIke, Beautiful work … I remain somewhat jealous of your extremely well-organized, neat shop ... I have to ask. Are those really tools, shelves, etc., behind you or a matte painting of same like are used in the movies for backgrounds? Thanks for sharing … ---MarkS

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Skeeter Cheers Mike

[@ndshoreful1]

Hi Mike, I didn't hear you say what kind of wood that was. But you are much like me. try all kinds of wood. But it looks good. Cheers Mate. Desmond.

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Desmond, it was a very dry Oak Burr/Burl. Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thank you Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi again David, sorry for the late reply, bit of a full on day today. I have never used the Sorby, but Brendan "baconsoda" has got one, if you send him a PM, I am sure he will only be too pleased to give you a run down on the system, tell him I sent you.....he'll ban you!....lol. Take care Mike

[@ConfusionWood]

wow, very nice, and clean:D

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Paul Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Merci Lolo prenez soin Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jake, how are things? Take care Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Harry Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Roberto I use WoodWax 22 Cheers Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Jon Take care Mke

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks David, I did a video a little while ago, on my method of sharpening, if you have the time, have a look. If you have any specific questions, just PM me, and I'll do my best to answer them. Hope this helps . Take care Mike

[@TheBergy32]

Very nice!

[@MikeWaldt]

My pleasure

[@TheGlenOfDoom]

Mike, I have been trying to find a very small dovetailed wormtail screw adapter like the one you used on this project.. do you have a link to where one might be obtained? Thanks in advance.

[@MikeWaldt]

I got this with my original chuck as a deal about seven years ago from Axminster Tools here in the UK. Hope this helps Cheers Mike

[@TheGlenOfDoom]

Mike Waldt that was exactly what I needed... Thank you!!!

[@thmsjlmnt]

When im hollowing out a bowl i would tend to use an outward pivot movement using my fingers as a pivot with a 3/4 fingernail ground hamlet bowl gouge (much like glenn lucas's style) before then doing the finishing cuts from outside to centre - whats your thoughts?

[@MikeWaldt]

Hi Thomas, I think your method is sound and well proven, I use various different techniques, depending on the wood, and also how I feel on the day, not very professional I grant you, but unfortunately (or fortunately) that's the way I tend to work. Possibly that is also the reason I would never make a living from bowl turning ;). Thanks very much for your input, and support. Take care Mike

[@thmsjlmnt]

Thanks for your reply, just want to say after finding your videos theyve given me a few ideas id hadnt thought of before and the quality of your vidoes are outstanding and very easy to follow for anyone just starting out. Tom

[@boronia36]

thanks mike find your videos very interesting. what lathe do you use as I need to get some info on lathes

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks you, I'm glad you find my videos of use. The ;athe I use is the Axminster AT1628VS, and here is a link to its full spec. www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-trade-series-at1628vs-woodturning-lathe Hope this helps. Take care Mike

[@tylersmith9868]

What is the scraper you were using here?

[@MikeWaldt]

Thanks Mick Cheers Mike lol :)

[@petershelper]

thanks very much mike

[@duncancdabest]

Whoops I forgot to say great at wood turning

[@telberasky8449]

Thanks It's beautiful milke but we want more