Woodturning - A Galaxy Far Far Away

[@HuggieBear39]

Space, the final frontier. To boldly go where no one has gone before.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@staceyritchie7100]

🖖

[@Maazzzo]

Your videos are never too long for me, Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@anastasiabeverhausen2]

Agreed

[@greenmanjnj]

Same!! I could watch all day - and do sometimes!!

[@JFord211]

​@@SpragueWoodturninghow can i purchase your products

[@katie93.mp4]

I'm obsessed with this piece! The way the Hyper Shift curves around the globes makes me think of how light bends around black holes due to gravity.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@marynull4831]

One of the darker planets makes me think of a black hole. This piece inspires the imagination. 🪐

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I see it too, thanks

[@Josh-yb1gg]

Woah - that swirling hypershift around the globes gives a serious Van Gogh starry night vibe. Love it Jim, mini-series would be badass

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ScottDavis69096]

I was thinking the same thing with the starry night feel

[@YT-vt9km]

yup… had the same vibe. Jim’s artwork is one of a kind. Keeps getting better and better…

[@oldcharlie5533]

I like that" van Gough starry night".

[@oldcharlie5533]

Jim you haven't got me turning with resin yet... but..I have a few thoughts in my head about your globes..🤔..designer epoxy and me might be mixing up.. And as always you are the master of resin turning..I can't wait to see the lamp.

[@amandatallis9875]

Hi Jim the Maple burl is really wonderful it's got nice grain. The Hyper shift in the black is really cool. The planets in the universe vase is magnificent and unique I really love it well done Jim. I like the Christmas ornament made of chopsticks it is magnificent and unique, the person who sent it is really kind. Thank you for a fabulous video Jim I really enjoyed it. Amanda xx

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@johntailby74]

“It’s casting Jim, but not as we know it”. Great piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@traciguernsey4622]

The hypershift makes it look like a bunch of planets inside a nebula, with that yellow one in the middle of a supernova! This is FANTASTIC!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@ginrobi01]

Woah. It's absolutely gorgeous, I'm still trying to pick my jaw up from the floor. I think the Black Pearl plus Hypershift from Designer Epoxy was the perfect pick to go with the maple and the globes. Makes each and every individual piece pop, and I can help but see a sea of stars and crushed velvet at the same time! It's incredibly unique, and I'm happy for whoever bought this piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@BlurpleGalaxy975]

Oh yeah! Another outer space themed resin art!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@katht309]

Totally Stunning - that colour really does just Pop!! Love the way the wood almost looks like nebula clouds among the planets and stars.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lillyenovis15]

I would *love* to see a series of planet/space themed projects, this one turned out gorgeous!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thank you very much!

[@jerlynneallison6361]

Designer Epoxy is awesome! 😁 Look at that sparkle!! 😎 What a beautiful piece! 🥰🥰🥰

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@deborahpasha9727]

Oooooooo! The way the planets glow in the black when lit from inside is enchanting. I think that this is one of those pieces that I would light from within in the evening and I would keep it on a rotating stand because it is just that visually interesting. Yes you should do more with this concept.👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I certainly will. Thanks!

[@newbiegamelover4767]

Regarding the pits caused by the air bubbles in the planets... that's actually pretty realistic! Most space bodies have craters on them! Also, space pieces have always been one of my favorite types of pieces, and this one did not disappoint. The hypershift was definitely the right choice for this piece! I also like how you can subtly see some of the smaller planets that didn't quite make it through during the shaping. Good luck on getting the UV resin to work as a top coat.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@dinkvjr]

Designer Epoxy! Ty for doing space! I know I asked you to do Underwater, ocean, coral, or space and you've done all!!! I can only imagine how many of us has hounded you with requests or ideas. Sorry about that. Such a cool piece of art!!! Love it!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

No problem! Thank you very much!

[@kathieosborne6749]

A galaxy is a beautiful thing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It sure is, thanks!

[@dwade1958]

A wonderful example of no waste working by using globes made with extra resin AND a fantastic finished product that was greater than the sum of it's parts! Thank you for sharing the struggle with the finish as well. I learn SO MUCH!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great! Thank you very much!

[@lorasmith553]

Designer Epoxy. This galaxy bowl is so beautiful. It looks as if there swirling with movement around the planets. I love the hypershift! beautiful art, Thanks For Sharing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@blademon6]

I personally would love to see more of these planet projects, Let the new universe come forth and form onto the beauty that is your work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@darthmaulanie]

This is one of my favorites as I'm a HUGE Star Wars nerd! LOL....love that hyperSPACE....errr....SHIFT LOL! May the Force be with You!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

And with you! Thank you very much!

[@nancymorgen1640]

I would call this one "Solar Wind" for the way the resin flows around the globes! It's so beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Good name, might use it one the next one, lol. Thanks

[@mdeysenroth]

One of the coolest pieces you've made! It seems you get more and more creative each week. Maybe in keeping with a space theme, something to commemorate the upcoming eclipse...

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!!

[@greenmanjnj]

I totally agree that the different sizes and colors of the globes makes this piece - totally looks like some galaxy far away! I LOVE this piece! When you originally said black, I thought it would wash it out. Shows what I know, 😂 it SO brought out the colors and made it so vibrant. It almost swirls and moves as you look at it. LOVE!!! Beautiful work, beautiful Designer Epoxy - just beautiful!!! And that hyper-shift - WOW!!! And the lit, rotating video at the end? Come on! Gorgeous!!!!! Too bad that’s not how the new owner (lucky dawg) can display it all the time, it’s AMAZING!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@peterhobson3262]

It's a lovely, unique hollowform. I'd love to see more of the planets being used, so a miniseries would be appreciated.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

More to come! Thanks

[@helegis]

Yes!!! A mini-series would be AWESOME!

[@steveschulkin8335]

Jim, this truly is a piece out of this world. Very stunning. Try covering the piece with a box with the UV lights underneath

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, I will make a light box with mirrors. I was pretty confident that I gave it plenty of cure time on the bench, but I guess ya never know. Thank you very much!

[@landarogers9926]

Love the hyper shift in the black. The planets are spinning. Another stunner

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@merrileajones889]

I would call this "The Moons of Jupiter". It is out of this world - LOL. Gorgeous with all the color and the burl is really cool with the staining.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@johntolly1013]

Jim this one is way up there and I would say #1, I hope that your wife likes the Christmas Ornament. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

She loves it, thanks again for sending the replacement handles and the ornament! I real appreciate it.

[@maryweimer746]

I love it when you put that resin in specially when it’s in the circular form. Because you’re right, it looks like a galaxy. And by the way, oh my word the hyper shift you put in today was gorgeous.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@David_Air_Force_Vet]

Love the planets in the Designer Epoxy. With the black and hypershift really makes this piece jump out. You cannot get better if you don't try new things. I love the finish on this.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@marilynhohnstein8477]

Jim, The globes give this project such really bright colors and gives it such a beautiful art project effect. I also agree it is so much better to let the project dictate what it wants to be..

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mikebass823]

The Universe on steroids. Awesome hollow form. Great job.👍👍👍👍👍😎

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! 💪🏻💪🏻

[@DikGardner]

Gorgeous! I love the use of the globes in the different colors is amazing! I still think it’s an alien home from far away though. Designer Epoxy Thanks, Dik

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@KitschyKittenStudio]

I LOVE THIS SO MUCH!! Truly - I won’t be able to get this out of my head. My husband Dan and I are slightly obsessed with space. We got married in a planetarium and it was Star Wars themed! 😂 We need this! So beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

😂 That’s awesome! Stay tuned! I will be making more!

[@judithfairchild8620]

​@@SpragueWoodturningway to go you made most of us happy to hear that.

[@alexandriamonk2345]

I have watched this 3 times!!! VERY cool, Jim!!!! I really hope to see the "planets" again!!! All the colors from Designer Epoxy are so vibrant and i live the way they dance in the light! What a cool idea and beautiful execution! Your talent and artistic intuition always leaves my eyes as big as my smile! Can't wait to see the next video!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate it!

[@loridonnell6040]

Oh, oh, oh my gosh!!! This is beyond cool!! We got Van Gogh and Klimt circles. You just keep giving me a new favorite Jim. I have an idea. Would you consider using the globe cast to make paper weights and or balls for display in a container of some kind. I see a wire basket with colorful hypershift balls in it. It would use leftover product AND be something you could sell for a reasonable amount of money for us poor people out here. I would purchase and be tickled pink to have something that you created!!! I am so looking forward to the lamp next week. Btw, your vids are not too long for me!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I will give it some thought. Thank you very much!

[@CPRustchak1969]

I love the hyper shift with the black pearl epoxy. Definitely a night sky/milky way effect. Beautiful, Jim. Perhaps fewer planets and a bit more spaced out in my opinion. I would love to see 3+ part series featuring all of your classic forms. And thank you for being the type of creator who listens to his loyal fans and includes us in his decision making. Cheers.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@susiehatcher1269]

I absolutely love the finished product ❤❤❤! Somewhere in the universe is a galaxy that looks just like this 😮

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks

[@judithfairchild8620]

Space is closer than we think. Galaxy is it's name. I'm glad you used the little to large planets.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@toddralston6613]

As a certified space and rocketry geek, this piece checks all the marks. Absolutely loving the Designer Epoxy hypershifts.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great to hear! Thanks

[@christinecolvin1111]

Oh my gods, Jim! You didn't just knock it outta the park with this piece, you put it into another region! This has got to be my most favorite of what I've seen you make! All the colors in the black and gold waterfalls, it's reminiscent of the old pulp illustrations of space scapes a la Flash Gordon and it is just amazeballs!!! All the little planetoids and the larger gas giants, you've even got some terrestrial style planets, and the burl gives the impression that you're looking out on this vast galaxy from the surface of an asteroid and just holy cow, I cant say enough good things about how phenomenal this hollow form is!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow! Thank you so much!

[@cindydavis597]

My first thought on seeing this was “gorgeous door knobs”. I know I would love to have these on all my doors. But I would imagine it would not be worth your time to work on something this small. But they would be beautiful. That globe is wonderful. Thank you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, most people probably won’t pay $40 a knob, lol. Thanks

[@cindydavis597]

@@SpragueWoodturning I have several doors in my cheap apartment and the cost for enough door knobs would be more than my rent. But their beauty makes it worth every penny. Thank you.

[@Traceyhepler71]

I LOVE the way the much darker spheres pick up just a hint of light. I'm obsessed! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@stephaniecreech1246]

What I like best about this piece is the distinct difference between the types of colors you have used. The pearl colors are clearly different from the hypershift which are different from the non-pearl, non-hypershift colors. I am actually enjoying the the less obvious mixed colors in the orbs, in particular the blue and green orbs. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, there’s a very distinct difference between the two. Thank you very much!

[@maris5951]

I whole heartedly think you should do a series...great idea!! This piece got my inner star trek geek dancing!!! It is just fabulous and beautiful. Thanks again for another wonderfully unique piece! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@donnaogle7199]

Awesome the way you recycle and then recycle again with the shavings. This piece is gorgeous!!!!! Anxious to see the lamp next week! ✌🏻

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@flatflo]

I loved watching a galaxy being born and i love this piece! When the spheres ended up above the epoxy after the pressure pot, I was imagining an untouched rim with different bumps.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Cool, thanks!

[@aprylferris985]

This is an amazing piece. The black with the hypershift "stars" in the background really makes the color in the resin ball "planets" pop. A series would be great. Thank you. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thanks so much!

[@TheParkAttendant]

When you experiment and dabble, you do so in a big way! It's gorgeous! A mini-series is a fantastic idea! A themed turning project sounds fascinating. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Go big or stay home, lol. Thank you so much!

[@anjonetjordaan5551]

Love this! The use of the epoxy balls would look great in a lampshade.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Certainly, thanks.

[@samanthakelly4710]

That is a really exciting piece. When I saw the thumbnail, I couldn't wait to see how it was made. It is superb. It also reminded me of garland lights in the garden. Thanks for sharing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@JimmyTolly]

Both my wife and I watched this on our TV, very good use of Designer Epoxy and UV resins.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@themeese2]

"Your never-ending mission...to seek out new finishes and new innovations." Lol! Despite the challenges with your experiment, this piece turned out SO COOL! I think lighting it up worked out far better than you anticipated. It made me think of images from the Hubble telescope. Stunning! I add my vote for a series, this idea deserves further "exploration" for sure!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Whypaige]

That ornament is perfection!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@NELLYSCHASE]

Ya ya do more of these LOVE IT!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks!

[@wiseone6862]

Good morning to all from Ontario Canada.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Morning!

[@ChadLee1973]

Amazing piece!!! Thanks again, Jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you too!

[@pamelablighglover3425]

Jim, that is just magical! Yes, do a mini series. More,please!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@pinkytaylor5845]

First, wow. I was thinking it was a Starwars lovers dream, then you said it, and it made me giggle. Those dark globes look like Dark matter or Black holes, ooo you should do a couple of flat black globes so then the black pearl hypershift flows around it! Second, keep doing what makes you happy, experiment with everything! Can't wait to see what you do next! Third, I wanted to know how you care for your silicone brush. Thank you. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I wash it in acetone, it works great. Thanks!

[@bayoujack]

Nice choice of color for the globes and black. Spalting maple is always a good choice. Jim the shape for the hollow form brings out the beauty. Designer Epoxy. Thank for taking time to voice over the video so we can learn from you.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

My pleasure, thanks!

[@marilynvanderwilp3713]

Jim, you have outdone yourself!!! This is spectacular. So much character!!! I can hardly wait for next week.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks a bunch!

[@dkokel]

This is a great looking piece. The Designer Epoxy seems to always look good. I like how the orbs show more light coming through than the black. It enhances the feeling of space and planets.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed! Thanks

[@flmintun]

Absolutely beautiful! Now my wife wants one similar to this one. You seem to always come up with something different and I never stop learning new things from your videos. Excellent training for us newbie’s. Thank you. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@GinaJalufka]

It's a galaxy, far far away, haha..as a Sci-Fi nerd..love this piece, with designer epoxy planets.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@hmeaders]

That piece turned out great. It is a great use of extra or leftover epoxy, so it does not go to waste. You inspire me each week. Great job. Have a great weekend. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@leisongivangomo4478]

Jim, you should consider making a UV light box. Ooop! Maybe not! 🤪

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I was going to, that’s on hold right now, lol. Thanks

[@fridgewhisperer]

So soothing and beautiful. It reminds me to stop running at warp 5 all the time and just float around on impulse power.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Now your doing it right! Thank you very much!

[@texanasimmons1761]

That is a GORGEOUS galaxy! I love it! The hypershift makes it look similar to the haziness of the Milky Way Galaxy. Its just beautiful!❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@chrisbedowitz9258]

The hypershift wrapping around the globes looks amazing!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed, thanks!

[@patriciamathis7042]

I'm not usually a fan of multicolor pieces, but this is so cool. It must be the black resin with the hyper shift. Would love to see a series of the globes ❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Coming up, thanks!

[@leisongivangomo4478]

What a great vase! Love that hyper shift in the black! That black embedded wood is cool!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@greenmanjnj]

This just gets me more excited for the coming eclipse. I am just outside of Dallas, Texas (US), so I am lucky enough to live in the path of absolute totality. Anyone else?

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That should be awesome! Thanks

[@greenmanjnj]

@@SpragueWoodturning It was amazing!!!!!

[@Kmi4880]

Jim this is simply stunning. It reminds me of Van Gogh's Starry Night. Fantastic job! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@cindyrebstock2334]

Ok, I thought that I liked last week’s project best…but you blew it out of the ballpark this week. It is seriously beautiful. Super job! Thanks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@thenodiggardener]

I've been watching quite a few of your videos going 'this one is my favourite. Nope, now it's this one...'. Nope, now it's this one! It's really beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@rambladesmanmoe6291]

Designer Epoxy Rocks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks

[@waynekinzey5304]

Man you knock this one out of the park

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Hog-g2z]

Hi 👋, Jim, it looks amazing 🤩, even to the point where there is two black objects, or that’s the way it comes across, and they look like black holes, Just don’t grab all of it too much because you might end up being in the event horizon🕳️, and as we all know, there’s no way of coming back oh my God, 😂, and as per usual, I love the music at the end, it goes very well with your piece of art form, It’s strange, I passed a comment about using a drum polishing system where you put sand inside it , and then a few minutes later you commented on getting a small sandblasting equipment, I believe there are beads you can get, I think if you google it, you can see different materials, you can use for cleaning certain products, Something that etches glass might be very good, stay safe, it truly does look amazing, look forward to next week, Could this be a shady , 😂,

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Been wanting a cabinet for a while, lol. Thanks!

[@Hog-g2z]

@@SpragueWoodturning sand blasted cabinet in Europe are around €400 to €500 , I have just seen at harbour freight, for. around $230

[@MisheleWalkerLPC]

Hi Jim, with resin you can’t use 99% alcohol on it or it will haze but 70% alcohol will remove marks easily. In fact the 70% is used as a final set on resin in nail salons. Hope that helps. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Interesting, thanks for that!

[@terryy8688]

Unbelievable how amazing those planets look, Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jimdee5003]

I like the planet 🪐 hollow form, colors and maple burl asteroid 👍👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@maggiem4734]

Absolutely do a series. I’d like to see how they vary as you move along. Stunning 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@HumanzeeTamer]

Live and learn, if you don't ask questions how are you going to learn, experimenting will make you better, and obviously Jim is one of the best. Beautiful Vase Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@HutchClutch3]

Not my favorite piece in the galaxy but it will do Jim. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks

[@theresaa.5043]

Super sweet hollow form! That hypershift and globels really makes it look 'cosmic/galactic'. Love it! Yes, do a series on planets! ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Will do! Thank you very much!

[@WaldoRochow]

To be honest, we had doubts... but clearly they were unfounded. Another beautiful piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@vickiebanihomoud712]

This just beautiful. I love that you are stepping outside the confines of normal. You have a gift for creativity.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@joeychafin1136]

I look forward to your videos all week…. Thank you

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you like them!, thanks

[@PotvinPlayer]

Very nice hollow form. A miniseries would be great!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@aliciadare2572]

Very clever use of leftover materials…fantastic!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@andreakernohan5299]

A full galaxy of gas giants with moons, the hyper shift was perfect for the black of space 🥰

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@jennyssewingroom6324]

The planets really do give this a great effect. Love it. Also. I love when you hollow out a project and I get to see all the material you remove from inside. That's very satisfying!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jorjafoxluvr]

Love all the colours in the black :) Beautiful Galaxy ! Love to see more coloured globe projects .

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@margiestevens2384]

This is beautiful. You are so great. I love watching you create beauty, especially when I am struggling with insomnia ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@FayeAIRNE]

I’m going to that fabulous Galaxy one day 😮

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Get your suit ready, lol. Thanks

[@slv9344]

Wow a new star is born. The universe just pops out in front of us. This planetary system is absolutely gorgeous. This is the kind of piece that I would like to have in my home. Love it!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@janeoverby2151]

Space, the last frontier these are the voyages of Jim Sprague. 😅 love love that Maple Burl! The Hypershift really did make it appear like a space scene.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Ha ha! Love it! Thanks so much!

[@ScottDavis69096]

Another example of how well that hypershift from Designer Epoxy can make a project pop this truly is a piece of art!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@cathirodrigo2933]

Designer epoxy is beautiful! 🤩. I’m excited to see the lamp next week. ❤❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!