Woodturning a bowl and happily giving it away

In this woodturning project I make the 1000 subscriber give-away bowl. The bowl will be given to someone who has subscribed to the channel, liked and commented on at least one video. Every time you comment your chances increase. Closing date for entries will be midnight (GMT) on the 12th September 2022.
This woodturning channel, explores the uses of wood when combined with resin, epoxy, to make woodturning projects, that are easy and can be classed as art. A lot of the wood turning projects I make can be completed by the beginner through to the more experienced wood turner. If you have any ideas for artwork, wood inlays, epoxy projects or any other wood turning projects please get in touch. Collaborations are always welcomes.
Thanks for watching and feel free to leave comments in the chat below.
GIVEAWAY: When l get to 1000 subscribers I will be giving one lucky subscriber a hand made bowl. To be in with a chance of winning all you need to do is subscribe to the channel and like and comment on a video. Every time you leave a comment your chance will increase of winning.
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And special thanks for the intro music goes to: Clemintine Sound Design
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DISCLAIMER :
All of my videos are designed to be entertainment only. Please follow all required safety measures when using tools or machinery and always read and understand the manufacturer's guidelines and safety instructions.
The methods I demonstrate are not to be used as a guide for best practice. Thanks

[@MikeHolton]

Hi All, just wanted to say a huge thankyou to everyone who has supported my channel so far. This 1000 subscriber milestone was my initial goal for this channel but having reached it in just under 6 months I want to stick with it and see how far we can go. I will do my very best to improve the quality of my content and will never take your support for granted. Thank you, Mike

[@pamelaconkin1361]

I just found your channel. Congratulations on reaching your goal!

[@MikeHolton]

@@pamelaconkin1361 thanks Pamela, I hope you can stay to watch the channel evolve and grow :)

[@IWANNAMAKESTUFF]

Congratulations on smashing it over the 1K Subs🥳🎉 Another Great bowl with almost a bamboo style to it and every insert showing through is has its own unique pattern. I'm sure the lucky subscriber will love it! Wont be long till we are back again for the 2K celebrations. Thanks Mike Aston @IWMS

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Aston 😊, the next milestone I'm going to set myself is 2.5K. If someone from the other side of the world wins this one it will take me till then to save up the postage fee again 😂

[@IWANNAMAKESTUFF]

@@MikeHolton LOL that so very true Mike, But get ready cause 2.5K will come around quick at the rate your going

[@LOTGiscool]

It's feeling like Christmas morning with each video I watch, but Michael, I doubt that even Santa's most proficient elf couldn't have made something like this! Bravo, man! As you'd say over there across the pond, "I'm gobsmacked!"

[@MikeHolton]

Haha good word 😂

[@mickwilson127]

Champions league level design and woodturning. How do you even conceive an idea like that? Awesome.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I have no idea, just lucky I guess 😊. Thanks again, Mike

[@vinimarshall7301]

This vid has given me an idea to drill holes and stick twigs of various other trees of all differents sorts !! Sooper dooper 👍

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Vini, yes I have had that thought as well. Not sure different varieties would be worth it as the inside of one twig does not differ too much from another, especially at the thickness we are talking about. But go for it and please send a pic when done, I would love to see how it came out.

[@user-qx9tc5sc1x]

Another beautiful bowl. I admire your creativity and use of diverse materials. Thank you very much for showing it to us.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much for watching 🙂

[@toddspango]

Nice bowl! Well after the fact, I will say that I prefer the way you do things now, talking your way through your process in the moment. I'm excited to see you turning new work in your new shop! Cheers, Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

I appreciate that! All the best Mike 😃

[@eclexian]

I think you did an excellent job with the voiceover. It’s a great complement to your very pleasant chatting while underway.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much, I did move away from this format to try and be more spontaneous.

[@cudamank]

Great idea and turned out fantastic. Somebody will be a lucky winner.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks John, my wife loves it but I've told her she is not eligible to win 😁

[@razmatazmania1]

What a great job!! On both the beautiful bowl AND hitting that magic number.. keep up the great works and we will keep watching. Wishing you all the best..

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate your support :)

[@silverback484]

Got to admit I do love the inlay and resin work you do 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, more is coming soon, but don't tell anyone 😀

[@WoodWithD]

Don’t cry Mike, we all ❤️ you man! 🤗 We all ❤️ your videos and ❤️ watching what you make, even the weird and wonderful things like the 👁 thingy. So I’ve commented on loads of your videos! So is my name getting put in the hat for each and every comment I’ve made!?!?!

[@MikeHolton]

HAHA thanks, Your name will go in the hat once for every comment 😋

[@WoodWithD]

@@MikeHolton 🙌 SWEET! That’s like 50- 60 tickets man! 🤞 ❤️

[@Tmoss777]

We love your Craftsmanship!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 🙏

[@thehampshirewoodturner]

This is a great looking job Mike, the Aluminium swarf inside the black resin as well as looking really sparkly gives it great depth

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Steve, I appreciate you taking the time to watch :) All the best. Mike

[@davidbaxter5132]

Another great video, Thanks Mike. I like how you tell us 'mistakes and all', so we can all learn, and then produce something wonderful looking. The Aluminium and resin (and ca!) give the bowl a distinctive look, and the grain put up a good showing of natural beauty too! Well done on your achievements.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks David, appreciate the comments and your support 😊

[@projectrof7196]

You can always mix the voice over with the in video voice. Looking at the finished product is one thing, but seeing the making of it is magical, wish I found the channel faster!

[@MikeHolton]

Hi, thanks for the feedback, yes I was thinking of mixing the two :)

[@MichaelReaney-eq7oy]

beautiful bowl Mike, such a great idea. hope everything is going ok in your new workshop.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Michael, so far so good 😃

[@radarthewoodturner8912]

Very beautiful the one that wins it is very lucky 👍👍👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rader, I believe you have a better chance than most 🙂

[@timponder7487]

I really like the concept of this bowl very beautifully unique. Thanks for sharing 👍 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Tim

[@felixfinlay399]

Beautiful bowl. You keep posting, I'll keep watching. FF.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Felix I really appreciate the support.

[@deehenry1983]

YAY!!!!! Goal met! congrats on this milestone and the rest to come!!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dee, it's been hard work but worth it and thanks for your support, it means a lot to me 😀

[@tracymakovec3301]

Well done, Mike!! Congratulations on breaking 1K!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Tracy 😃

[@paulplager9498]

Very interesting idea of the use of the resin. Nicely done.

[@MikeHolton]

Why thank you Paul 😊

[@subirkundu2129]

Excellent, a big thumbs up. Something new till now.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! :)

[@SusanZiegler]

I really like the voice-over. Your voice comes over more clearly.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Susan, I did bin that idea after a while, everything is a work in progress, all the best, Mike

[@garyyeninas3267]

Thank you for sharing your videos they are fun to watch

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Gary, means a lot to hear that 👍

[@samueljones5977]

This is the first video that I have watched from you. Very nice, and I look forward to more in the future!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Samuel, I appreciate your support 😊

[@ianlee9755]

Another lovely piece, I liked your comment on the hollowing out, it may take some time lol brilliant.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Ian, I'm not a fan of hollowing 😀

[@denisedirkson8224]

So different and unique. Love it!!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you like it! 😬

[@francispomaybo7907]

Love the use of aluminum shavings.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Francis, I have used them in a couple of other projects, take a look when you get time. Mike

[@williamweaver4946]

That is a gorgeous bowl. It looks amazing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@paullarge682]

I’ve got some aluminium swarf bagged in the workshop…..made some pen blanks and turned some pens which came out fantastic…..nice bit of inspiration Mike, I’ll give this a go myself.

[@MikeHolton]

Good luck Paul, have a look back in my channel and you will see a couple of other ideas you can try with aluminium swarf.

[@zube6996]

Very nice looking bowl. Congratulations on your 1000 subscriber milestone.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks and thanks for your support 🙂

[@v_3farmaviary870]

Congratulations on reaching 1000+ subscribers👍👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! It's been quite a journey 🙂

[@nicholasallan3788]

Love the attention to detail - makes it stand out so much more

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Nicholas :)

[@Skyrunner_84]

Very nice bowl Mike. It was very well though out and planned. You have sparked some inspiration in me. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

Glad to hear it! This is how I get my inspiration, I watch everything I can find, not just bowl making videos and see how they can be adapted or improved. Good luck and let me know how you get on.

[@WhoAmEye_WhoAreEwe]

> 988 subs [at time of upload] >14.7K subs [10 months later] WELL DONE, SIR. from strength to strength :)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, it has been quite a journey with some luck on the way 😀

[@sandramcmann4720]

Thank you!

[@MikeHolton]

You're welcome!

[@michaelfelixb1316]

Wau, diese Schale sieht sehr interessant aus, hast du mal wieder wunderschön gemacht 👌👏

[@MikeHolton]

Danke, Michael, ich wünsche dir alles Gute zu Weihnachten und ein frohes neues Jahr

[@michaelfelixb1316]

Das wünsche ich dir und deiner Familie auch.

[@racheldray1057]

Stunning! I bet the winner was over the moon

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rachel, and yes he was although apparently his wife laid claim to it as soon as it arrived 😂

[@racheldray1057]

But of course!@@MikeHolton

[@MikeHolton]

@@racheldray1057 🤣

[@oneturnatatime6309]

Neat idea and it came out pretty good. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! You do some pretty nice stuff as well. I was watching your cinnamon bowl earlier today

[@oneturnatatime6309]

Oww, thanks Mike I really appreciate it.

[@ashleywilkerson5696]

this was so satisfying to watch! thank you for the great video!

[@MikeHolton]

Your welcome Ashley, thanks for your support 😊

[@wardausman2795]

Really nice design. Enjoyed watching. Like the voice over best.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ward, appreciate feedback 🙂

[@vernonabernethy3970]

Beautiful, and good commentary.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Vernon 😌

[@morgancalvi6675]

That's really neat looking. Please throw or donate that paste you made of linseed oil and beeswax. It just stains a horrible yellow...or so the lighting makes it look that way. I'm referring to the cherry bowl you used black CA gklue on,

[@MikeHolton]

I would say it's more the shellac that made the colour you are not keen on. I will look for a lighter type. All the best, MIke

[@MsGuestlife]

It's perfect bowl for winter fruits 🙂

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks,I like that idea 🙂

[@jeroldfetrow3154]

Great design on the bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! 😃

[@AnnuszkaW]

I really really like this one!!! :))))))

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@spiritwynd]

Nice one Mike! Congratulations on 1000 subscribers! Can't wait to win this bowl!😃

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, thanks and I wish you the best of luck. 🙂

[@swampyindustries6718]

Nice bowl, I'm planning on turning some bits with brazing rods inserted at some point so you've boosted my confidence in the carbide chisels.

[@MikeHolton]

That sounds like a great idea, let me know how you get on please.

[@mikehinson2164]

Very nice work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mike 😊

[@kenharper616]

Excellent youngman.

[@MikeHolton]

Ha, the 'youngman' comment made me smile, thanks 😃

[@LouisaLee63]

Beautiful bowl Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Louisa 😊

[@fionacrouch1732]

Beautiful and unique. Congrats to the lucky winner

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Fiona, this was won by a Gentleman called Colin who has since become a good friend.

[@fionacrouch1732]

@@MikeHolton yes, I watched the video of the announcement. Had a laugh at your comment about waiting for him to respond and how you were going to message him to watch the video lol

[@MikeHolton]

@@fionacrouch1732 haha, I got bored of waiting lol

[@fionacrouch1732]

@@MikeHolton 😋 exciting first giveaway

[@MikeHolton]

@@fionacrouch1732 haha, that seems so long ago now!

[@beatricethomas3056]

I love this bowl!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Beatrice ☺️

[@josephdavis7398]

Very nice design. Really like the overall look.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Joseph 😁

[@joshshirk5356]

What a beautiful bowl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Josh 😁

[@beverlym5465]

It’s beautiful. I know the person who won it will be thrilled with it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Beverly, a nice gentleman called Colin won it, I think his wife stole it off him soon after 🤣

[@ronaldvincent3861]

Very nice job great bowl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ronald 😊

[@jbwoodworkingofficial]

Good job, turned out great

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks JB :)

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Very cool looking bowl my friend. Congratulations on 1k, I am still working my way up there, but I too will eventually make it. You do alot of cool stuff and I enjoy your videos.

[@MikeHolton]

Huge thanks, and keep going, I've just subscribed to your channel :)

[@moonwoodworks4607]

@@MikeHolton wow, thank you.

[@arvana]

Another very cool, creative, and beautiful project. Best of luck to everyone!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much and of course, thank you for your continued support, it means the world to me.

[@aldademoura7738]

Very beautiful 😍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! 😀

[@jaxxlawson4545]

Stunning.. !!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jaxx 😃

[@rebeccajones8921]

That is so beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rebecca 😀

[@dsgant1616]

This is amazing and makes me thankful that Reddit allowed me to find some genuine content. Keep doing what you love and teaching others! Best of luck to everyone on this beautiful bowl!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks for the comment, it's made my day. I will do all I can to keep it coming, All the best, Mike

[@666gisburne666]

Congrats on the 1000 subscribers milestone! Next target - 100 000 ;)

[@MikeHolton]

Hahaha 😂 love your optimism, at the moment I'll stick with a 2000 goal 😜

[@vinceiacovello6964]

Phenomenal looking bowl. I may try that one day without the aluminum

[@MikeHolton]

Cool, let me know how you get on. Send a pic if you can. 👍

[@woodturninghomemade]

Great job for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jsprankel4712]

Nice Work, Sir. I want to start working with some epoxy...just so darned expensive!

[@MikeHolton]

Yep, I started doing simple inlays with the 5 minute epoxy you get from the hardware store. Cheap enough to have a play with. Have you tried it?

[@jsprankel4712]

@@MikeHolton Briefly, last spring. I used some to fill knot holes in some cutting boards I was making. I just picked up a quart from Home Depot to finish a small tabletop for my wife....time to start playing!😉

[@MikeHolton]

@@jsprankel4712 Cool! please let me know how you get on or send me a pic :)

[@Ted_P]

Spectacular bowl, Mike! Very creative! Congrats on the 1000! You deserve it and much more!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ted, and thanks for all your support 🙂

[@xaqqa]

Incredible bowl! Hope it goes to an equally wonderful home!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I hope so too 😃

[@pamelaconkin1361]

Absolutely beautiful

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you Pamela! 😊

[@ScenicCityWoodturning]

Very cool, I’ve never thought of using aluminum before. I still haven’t decided what my 1K giveaway will be. I need to get on it lol. Great job and early congrats!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I've just subscribed so I can see what you do. All the best, Mike

[@ScenicCityWoodturning]

@@MikeHolton Thanks for the sub, I appreciate it!

[@taylordevarie5212]

Beautiful artistry ❤️

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Taylor 😀

[@thefinalrevivalwithbrendag9078]

Beautiful !

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 🙂

[@Leiter85]

Gorgeous work!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark 😊

[@garyjohnson9297]

Keep a cheap 1 inch natural bristle paint brush on lathe bench to sweep shavings out with or a shop vacuum to remove shavings and dust , air hose tends to aerosolize the dust and even with a dust eductor can be breathed in without a dust protection mask or respirator and with metal filings especially aluminum,can be dangerous to breathe in the dust from turning and sanding might want to look into wet sanding using wet and dry sanding paper and paste wax as lube

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Gary, thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it 😊

[@WoodWizardrybyColin]

Stunning piece Congrats on hitting the 1000+ subs well deserved

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Colin and as always thank you for your support 🙂

[@ericthornhill6872]

love your style!

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Eric 😁

[@brandonmckinney7225]

Great work, keep it up!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks a lot Brandon :)

[@richardparis9463]

Very nicely done Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Richard ☺️

[@sbfb2009]

Amazing work Mike !!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Stuart, hope you and the family are well :)

[@spindlesworkshop9744]

Looks so cool👍

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers mate 😁

[@golf2actual375]

I just discovered your channel. Very nice bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much!

[@ronkiskowoodart9680]

Nice work!

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Ron 🙂

[@TheKittenbears]

Great job. 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@alexclark6777]

Turned out really beautiful. I'm so glad this popped up in my suggested videos, because it was well worth the watch. Certainly got my subscription!

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Alex, thanks! Not everything goes to plan but I try my best and be honest when I screw up. My latest piece is a prime example 😁.

[@KuboshCreations]

Mike, beautiful bowl. The methodology/tutorial of your process and challenges is very helpful! Can’t wait to try making my own in the future 👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! Let me know how you get on if you try :)

[@BritishBeeMan]

Love it!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks James 😊

[@alexlidster2045]

Great video👍

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed and thanks for your support.

[@ClickandTurn]

Dead cool .... nice!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, glad you like it 😀

[@esterfernandes5706]

Linda peça

[@MikeHolton]

Obrigado Ester

[@philippaatkinson8703]

Stunning bowl Mike :) and huge congratulations on everything you have accomplished so far can’t wait to see what you manage after one year

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Philippa, I may have a channel dedicated to making wands 😂

[@philippaatkinson8703]

@@MikeHolton haha that would be awesome 😂 are you posting a video of the first wand you made?

[@MikeHolton]

@@philippaatkinson8703 lol no, it was done before I started on here 😁

[@jerryrudolph6603]

Glad to help you out with Subscribe. Novel idea that came out nice.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jerry I do appreciate your support 😊

[@williamrenner4810]

Nice!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks William 😃

[@taysider01]

Mike, I'd like to make something similar to your bowl but could you let me know the diameter of the holes please. Thanks Dave

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Dave, as I recall they were either 10 or 12mm. Don't use a plastic bag on the bottom like I did 🤣. Let me know how you get on, all the best, Mike

[@scottdunn6065]

cool

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Scott

[@vinimarshall7301]

Would clear nail varnish fill the holes

[@MikeHolton]

I have no idea but doubt it. If you wanted a lower cost way of filling then try Milliput or 5 minute epoxy.

[@mickwilson127]

I take it I didn’t win then ? 😂😂😂😂

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Mick, no idea, I've not done the draw yet 🤣