Woodturning a Lamp Shade from a Log

Turning a log into a lamp shade! White and clear Maple wood with an amazing natural orange glow.
Two corrections:
1. I called Matthew Gallagher Mark in my video... Sorry I made that mistake, Matt!!!
2. I have misidentified this wood as Elm in my video...it is confirmed to be Maple...that whole illegally dumped mess (see my previous video for a look)...all Maple. I love Maple!!! Score!
Thanks for watching! I’d appreciate your subscription if you like what you see.
There's a special video at the end featuring the Tulip Bowl I turned recently, and M&Ms... Special thanks to Gabriel Davidson, long time subscriber and friend.
#logtolampshade #woodturner #rhumphrey
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Rod Humphrey
PO Box 159
Chesterfield, IN 46017

[@johnwallace4408]

Rod, if you will let me, I would like to name this turn::. THE RED HEADED LADY SAFE TURNING, John

[@RHumphrey]

A perfect name...Thank you, John! 😊

[@oneshotme]

Yeah the Picture to click on I thought it was a wig Till I seen lampshade

[@insanerotta5332]

19 people don't like red headed ladies. :(

[@Ariella-mx3xq4cw6n]

​@@insanerotta5332 26 now.

[@Ariella-mx3xq4cw6n]

@@RHumphrey I would not have thought you could have wood and lampshade in the same sentence. I've watched a couple of your lampshade videos and find it amazing the colour that comes from a light wood and white light. Brilliant, 🏮

[@diemoorperlen5511]

You are the Bob Ross of woodworking, trank you very much ! Regards from Germany Anja & Lutz

[@dwbrasfieldful]

You are Brilliant in your work. I have been watching you for several months now. Maybe a little too much because I took the plunge yesterday and bought a lathe. This morning I completed my very first slimline pen. I will send you a couple pics. Thanks for sharing all you do and your teaching skills are above and beyond. Thank you.

[@red_ford23]

That's really cool to hear. Lathe people are a real community.

[@RHumphrey]

Drone Wild, I really appreciate you telling me that, it means the world to me!!! Congrats on your lathe purchase, and completing that first pen! I'd love to see it. Happy turning and welcome to the turning world! 😊💖👍

[@RHumphrey]

@RED FORD this really is an amazing community! Thanks for saying so 😊

[@turntbyhi-lo3516]

Once again, you manage to do what is near impossible for us meer mortals, and make it look easy. Every time I try to go that thin, I seem to find a way to blow it up. Last time, I ran my finger through it while sanding. Great turn sir, great turn. Beautiful. Thank you.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, I appreciate that! You turned it paper thin! 😊

[@judestewart3955]

The colours in the lamp shade are amazing. Thank you. Stay safe and well.

[@sandymaciver5801]

This is a beautiful lampshade. The colours the grain. It’s just really awesome.

[@javiervelasquez2525]

It is a beautiful job, congratulations, and thanks for sharing your good ideas.

[@RedRose4711]

My God, that's stunningly gorgeous. That is the most amazing ambient lighting.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much! I was very surprised by it!

[@janettavculek9308]

I think it is a beautiful lamp shade. How cozy on a winter evening.

[@cherylkuhn8788]

Gorgeous Lamp shade! Love the M&M bowl too!

[@josephedgington5983]

What a beautiful way to upgrade a thrift store lamp. You keep inspiring me. I'll bet an eagle globe and anchor resin inlay would look great. Semper Fi Top.

[@RHumphrey]

That would look pretty outstanding... Thank you Joseph! Semper Fi

[@johntucker8776]

Beautiful lamp shade. Who would’ve guessed white wood would be so colorful. Thanks again for the great videos and the inspiration. Be blessed.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, I sure wouldn't have! God Bless!

[@topwatch7119]

WOW! I wonder how many people have a wooden lamp shade. I am 77 years old, and have never even seen one until now. Great video. Be safe! God Bless. Anchors away.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much! I don't know, not many I suppose, but I'm glad I was able to share this with you! Semper Fi!

[@rayworstine4399]

If you can dream it, it can be made. Excellent, who would have thought about a wooden lampshade? I was holding my breath toward the end. It was relaxing watching the wood disappear. Semper Fi 🇺🇸

[@sarahmcdonough9251]

Beautiful!!!!

[@eviederbyshire4769]

Absolutely stunning lampshade!

[@wisewomanmary2242]

Wow...nice lampshade!! Great showcase for beautiful wood.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@lindametts8573]

Rod you do such great work!!! You never cease to amaze what art you do next week to the next. It is so intersecting to watch. Such joy!!! Thank you for such great show's. 😄😄😄😄👍👍👍👍👍 wow!!! Awesome!!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Linda! I try to switch it up a bit! Sometimes it's good to go back to the basics too though...basic beautiful cedar coming soon! You're the first to know! 😊

[@davidgagnon1961]

WOW was the only thing I could say when you turned the light on for the first time, on the light stand. Great work.

[@rondacker]

Great job! I was holding my breath as you brought it to final thickness.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you! Me too... 😊

[@stevejones6242]

Thank you Rod it is a Pleasure to watch your Videos that you make as you work on your Projects.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much, I appreciate that!

[@ttglass45]

Loved it!!!

[@designabeej]

Beautiful 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@wetwillyccma]

WOW! That turned out fantastic. Great work. Keep it up, love your work.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@twooldguyswithcrossbows5170]

Very BEAUTIFUL!

[@sherribear2073]

I've seen this a couple of times. To me it looks like molten lava flowing up, and over the outside. I hope whoever gets this amazing piece of work loves it, and turns it's lamp on every day. Outstanding sir! Bear 🐻

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much, Bear! I'm happy you appreciate it! 😊

[@lindacampbell9187]

Wonderful! I just made a lampstand and you gave me the idea to make a lamp shade to go along with it. Excellent!

[@ravenrock541]

Awesome effect!

[@Yadnnday]

Absolutely brilliant and creative, as always. A pleasure to see your videos pop up and even more so to watch them. Thank you for sharing your lovely craftsmanship sir

[@MrWhitebuffalo57]

beautiful!!!

[@allenspain]

Amazing piece Rod. Thanks for sharing

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Cool lamp shade, Top! Has a nice warm look to it when lit. Billy

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Billy!

[@ccatdaddy64]

I sit here in amazement. Both in being able to do that and also how absolutely beautiful it is. It is usually a child-like over exaggeration when someone exclaims "that's the nicest ever" but in this case, it is fitting. Not having any wood turning experience, I don't forsee ever making one nor ever seeing one for sale. Still, what a fun video.

[@wasezhgokbullhead9534]

Wow....that is just amazing.

[@marianhoblyn1901]

This is beautiful. Much better than the harsh light with the old shade. Very soothing, just like your wonderful voice.

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, thank you!😊

[@kerryc4440]

Your voice and commentary are great. No loud music. TY!

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, thank you!

WOW! Nothing more to say, just wow. 👍🏻 Love your work, as always!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Great looking lamp shade Rod! Thank you for sharing the video with us.👌😎👍JP

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much JP!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Your very welcome Rod!😎

[@piperfox74]

That looks amazing! Great job.

[@jefferylee9347]

Very beautiful color , at 12:09 when the red blasted through from the inside ,,,,, incredible color , and the ribbon shavings at the beginning look like pasta , think I'll fix spaghetti for dinner tonight 😂 awesome job very very nice.

[@RHumphrey]

ah, some tagliatelle pasta with a nice red sauce...😝 Thank you very much! That color was a nice surprise!

[@JS-wc4xs]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@khtruckn]

Looks great

[@glencrandall7051]

Wow! You and the guys who make wood hats. Sam Angelo, Kevin Felderhoff, and Carl Jacobson to name a few. That sure puts you in classic company. Very impressive.

[@RHumphrey]

You sure put me in esteemed company there Glen! I'm not sure I'm qualified to be there yet...but thank you!!

[@Thebeard526]

Beautiful. Awesome job

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

[@timmills5873]

Stunningly beautiful - and courageous!

[@conradwilliams8302]

That is amazing. Looks like sunset colors. Way to make a negative into something positive! That random dumping is turning out to be a blessing..

[@RHumphrey]

It sure has! Thank you!

[@cathamilton4027]

Beautiful as always!! What a nice piece!!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@SKKrafts]

That’s so cool never thought that you could use wood for a lamp shade. You learn something new every day. They are so good size bags of m&ms. Great job rod.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Steve! Huge bags! Happy wife! lol 😁

[@allenrothery8367]

absolutely gorgeous!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

Fantastic!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

[@Woodden]

Oh Wow! Great lamp shade.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You R. Humphrey.....I found your turning very entertaining, educational, fun, challenging. You accomplished your thin wall turning on your first and only attempt? That shows experience, careful skill.....TM

[@jules-marcdavis6843]

Spectacular... I'm still looking for the making of the green apple bowl lol...I gotta get on with my day though lol.... thanks for the smiles😍😍

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you! Here's a link to that video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/noGYoplprpJ1psk

[@trevorcarley2549]

Another classic piece thanks for that Mr R Humphrey

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much Trevor!

[@brentboedeker1736]

That is awesome

[@yuvrajsingh-lr9zd]

Turned out awesome! I love that.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@NehpetsNosliw]

Absolutely gorgeous lamp shade!!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@Maria-di9wb]

Wow, Beautiful 👏

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@jeremyaliciatuveson8279]

Looks good Brother. Semper Fi!

[@jaymeberkshire5119]

WOW that is GORGEOUS!!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@rickharem5788]

Nice job. Great idea, I like it.

[@TexanAmiga]

Beautiful!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@jb573]

That was a beautiful project. I just really enjoy watching you work

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@atwoneful]

That is spectacular! Beautiful

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@lataunyamorris8751]

Beautiful

[@RoseMaryBowen]

So beautiful!!! The finished, installed lamp shade looks like the sun with sunspots. LOL The projects from your viewers were wonderful. RIP Bruno. 🐶 Thanks for sharing your creations.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much, I appreciate your words as always my friend!

[@tonysmith3143]

Love it, beautiful shade

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@KyleHallwoodworker]

This is really cool looking. Nice work !

[@stump713]

Awesome, Top! Spectacular colors and translucent features. Love it! 🇺🇸

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@carlathurmond646]

Wow, Wow, Wow! That is gorgeous!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@FatAsAMug]

Wow man. That is absolutely stunning. What beautiful work.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@murphymmc]

Very cool. Beautiful piece.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@matthewgallagherwoodturnin7533]

Great work again thank you for your kind words for Bruno

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Matthew. Thanks for allowing me to do so. My four legged friends mean the world to me... 💖

[@mikesteinemann6196]

Another awesome piece.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@Goman1244]

Again, I am always amazed at the ideas you have to come up with such beautiful creations.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Jim, I appreciate that!

[@1972mexico]

Lovely lampshade. Another job well done.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@timcheatwood4550]

This lamp shade is beautiful!!! Also, I just subscribed because you not only feature your subscribers' work, but each of the 600 some odd comments that were left below have a reply... You do great work, and you care about your fans... I look forward to catching up on your older videos and the new ones still to come. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much, Tim, and welcome to my channel! I do my best to answer everyone that takes time out of their day to watch my videos and make a comment...I truly am grateful. 😊

[@WaynetheWoodturner]

Beautiful work Rod

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, Wayne!

[@evanhoing2212]

That’s crazy lookin, I love it!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks Evan!

[@hassanal-mosawi6049]

Thanks for showing how and sharing that, well done

[@RHumphrey]

My pleasure, thank you very much!

[@SuperKristinG]

I absolutely loved this project!! Beautifully done!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@elenin.3228]

I love the way it gives the impression of flames. Impressive work! Thank you so much for inspiring us!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊 I appreciate that!

[@TetraCNC]

Wow that is just amazing!!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!

[@sandragutierrez3667]

Gorgeous lamp

[@AlFurtado]

Beautiful job as usual, Nice way to bring light into your space. Love it

[@tomdixon7264]

One very cool lamp shade. I didn't expect that colour. Very interesting.

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@amarahudson4652]

I always love to come to this channel, no matter how much time has passed. You always bring a smile to my face, and make something beautiful along the way.

[@mikecox1129]

Beautiful Rod. Take care Mike

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you Mike! You too!

[@markstevens8142]

Very nice Rod👍👍👍

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@orendakog6784]

absolutely beautiful... nicely done

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much!

[@bobcade1002]

Another awesome turning! That lampshade is inspiring. Looking forward to the next thing you make! Good work Marine, Semper Fi.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much! Semper Fi!

[@stever746]

awesome bowl

[@MikeB0001]

Man...Wow!...that is awsome!..amazing!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@UncleBob7777]

Absolutely stunning. And your skill sets are amazing.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@michaelhunter2425]

Another outstanding project, thanks.

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you!

[@sonyhk3824]

Gorgeous work Mr Humphrey

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@nowthenad3286]

Amazing

[@missteeturns]

That's something else. Such gorgeous colours coming through the wood . I wouldn't believe it possible 🙂 ❤️ it

[@RHumphrey]

Thank you very much! The color sure was surprising to me! 😊🔥

[@corinat2241]

Beautiful. You are truly gifted

[@RHumphrey]

You're very kind, thank you!

[@taytase]

Holy moly, that looks amazing!

[@RHumphrey]

Thanks so much!