Woodturning An Oak Burl with Resin and Crazy Spaghetti Swirl Grain

Woodturning an Oak Burl with Resin
I got four oak burls earlier this spring, two small ones and two large ones. I sealed the cut side with AnchorSeal and set them aside. I decided to take the smallest of them and see what I could do.
I mounted the cut side to the faceplate and started roughing. I was able to get a partial tenon and turned it around in the chuck with tail stock support. My plan was to rough turn the bowl as usual and put it in the dishwasher kiln to finish drying, but I wasn’t comfortable taking the tailstock away so I took as much as I could out of the center, coated in AnchorSeal again and set it to dry. I knew that I was going to use resin on this project so I wasn’t too concerned about it cracking. Unfortunately I lost all of that footage, so the video starts with prepping the blank for resin casting by “baking” any remaining moisture out in the turkey roaster.
This burl had some crazy grain!
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[@woodman3416]

Lisa I enjoy watching your videos. Mostly I enjoy your narration as you go along. A very beautiful piece, as usual. I am not a turner but do enjoy watching you do your magic.

[@LisaRamlow]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the channel 😁

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I can't believe I have watched so many woodturning video's and that's the first mortice held piece I have seen turned thamk you Lisa.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Lewis! To be honest I don’t use mortises much because I’ve had issues with not getting the dovetail quite right and they break out on me. But I’m improving that part and do like the way they look when used as a foot so will be utilizing them more going forward

[@lewisgreenway5065]

@@LisaRamlow Yes I like to see feet I think to many pieces are turned with out.

[@alh9327]

That bowl is a beauty and holes that appear are just natures artist at work ..........well done! Thanks!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Al, the grain sure was something!

[@jeneiferthomas1036]

I think your channel is just awesome. Love the chip in the top of the bowl. It seems to give it sorta an old world feel.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you so much Jeneifer!

[@TheConwoman3]

Lisa I love your persistence! Turned out lovely.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Connie, thanks so much for watching! If you’ve seen any of my other videos you’ll realize that I seem to face a lot of challenges and “design changes” along the way. Fortunately I’m not easily deterred and usually find a way to make it work. 😃

[@windwizard100]

Nice one Lisa. "If there's a couple of holes in it, so what!" Love it. When I was making signs and I made a mistake I used to say, "They'll never see it from the ditch." Same thing. The older we get the less we sweat the small stuff.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Rob, thank you so much! Sometimes you’ve just gotta let it go. I have had situations where trying to fix something or make it perfect led to the destruction of the whole thing, so I’m trying to learn that there is no such thing as perfection, especially when working with natural materials. It’s how you know it’s handmade! 😉

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

@@LisaRamlow& Rob No craftsperson ever made anything to perfection. So said my dad. They will always see something to improve next time.

[@warrenshilson5017]

That is the best grain pattern I think I've seen on any turning so far

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Warren, it’s really something isn’t it!? Thanks for watching 😊

[@MyriamsNature]

Oooh that is an awesome job! You really brought that grain to life... and that grain IS just insane. Great job taming the resin too. It is a lovely addition to an already beautiful bowl. I’m looking forward to your next video already! 😃

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Myriam!

[@noahcount7132]

Have to hand it to you, Lisa. Issues with this project appeared daunting at times, but you saw it through. Good for you!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Noah 😊

[@Jaydaydesign]

Mmmm pasta and red sauce... Pretty bowl from a wonderful imagination

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you! 😁

[@timmills5873]

Gorgeous bowl, lovely colours, admirable persistence and I Love your commentary! More please Lisa : )

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Tim, I’m so glad you’re enjoying them. 😊

[@mr.modern4419]

That bowl turned out great!!! Another fantastic job!!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you 😁

[@fashionwoodwork4623]

The finish looks great, Lisa🤝💐👑

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much! Friction polish can really make the grain pop!

[@tompavlik302]

Very nice bowl, Lisa. I enjoy your videos. Take care.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Tom, thanks for stopping by! I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos :)

[@50girlgirl]

Stunning! I love that grain!! 💜

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Cathy, thanks so much for watching. I have had a few exceptionally spectacular burls recently - hoping the ones I have left are even half as interesting 😃

[@patricklucia7926]

Very nice bowl looking forward to your work

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you so much Patrick!

[@harryrisso7445]

Nice piece Lisa!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Harry!

[@RickTurnsWoodturning]

That bowl is incredible, Lisa - nice work!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Rick, thanks for watching. This burl is really pretty spectacular-can’t wait to see what the others hold!

[@mrbodawg]

Super nice Bowl! The burl, resin and the imperfections blended perfectly. Very nice.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much, I’m really happy with how it tuned out, even though o had to fight it a little bit 😉

[@bryanmoir3184]

There is a real art to taking something simple and making it beautiful!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Bryan, thank you so much 😊

[@deanweeks7956]

Sure do like your videos. It’s so helpful when you explain what u r doing. Have a great day.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Dean, thanks so much for the kind words, I really appreciate the feedback. It took me a while to sort out the type of videos I was going to make - some people want commentary, some just want to watch for fun, some hate music...there’s no pleasing everyone so I went with what the majority of you guys said and will do this style from here on out. I figure if people just want to watch and want to hear me blathering in, there is a mute button! 😉

[@deanweeks7956]

Lisa Ramlow glad to hear that. There are some really talented turners our there. I have learned a lot from them. My pet peeve is someone that makes a video and says nothing. Oh yeah if they are doing the finish and flash the product for a micro second. U don’t have time to read what it is. Keep up the good work I am looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

[@mabardwell]

The finish looks great!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, thank you so much. Friction polish does a nice job accentuating grain and this was no exception! 😊

[@winnie1021]

Love the choice in color of the resin! Beautiful bowl!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Winnie! I stepped away from my usual LIsa Blue 😂

[@annaoginsky5131]

I love it! This is beautiful , Lisa!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Anna 😘

[@sjscreations2608]

Beautiful job, that resin colour and the texture of the wood is amazing. Keep it up! Cheers, Sean

[@LisaRamlow]

It was really something - I’ve gotten really lucky with a bunch of burls lately! Thanks for watching 😕

[@stephenbell9169]

Beautiful bowl. Good video too.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks for stopping by and letting me know you enjoyed the video, I really appreciate it 😊

[@carolriley8472]

Absolutely gorgeous! I love the grain!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Carol, it’s pretty amazing isn’t it!?

[@WOODTURNINGBYBRANDSTRUP]

Nice little bowl .. Thank you for sharing 😀

[@LisaRamlow]

And thank you sir for watching! Enjoyed your last video as well 😊

[@WOODTURNINGBYBRANDSTRUP]

Thanks 😀

[@gaetancrepeault9333]

Beautiful work VERYnice grains

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you so much - it was really a spectacular piece of wood!

[@rickharem5788]

A very pretty bowl. I made one with similar grain pattern from very old wood a neighbor gave me. Beautiful! I just got some new carbide inserts today from amazon. I had been sharpening them with diamond cards until I hit a screw and chipped one.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Rick! When I ordered new carbides I got them from AZ Carbide - highly recommend!

[@richkeelan1312]

Wow the grain is crazy beautiful bowl great job

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Rich, I’ve never seen a burl with that kind of grain - i have 2 other burls from that same trunk and I’m hopeful that they’ll be as spectacular.

[@texanasimmons1761]

I found your channel today and subscribed! Very nice bowl, thanks for sharing.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, thanks so much for stopping by and welcome to the channel 😊

[@lynngipson8660]

The bowl turned out great! I'd never heard of Spaghetti Swirl Grain before. It's lovely.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Lynn, I’m not sure if that’s an actual description but one of the guys in a Woodturning group I’m in called it that and I think it’s right on!

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

@@LisaRamlow There's 2 types I'm aware of - ziti and vermicelli 😁

[@artlee7415]

Beautiful bowl

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Art!

[@prsearls]

That is amazing grain. Your persistence and skill really paid off to produce a lovely and unique piece.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Paul. I’m really happy with how it turned out 😊

[@douggiltner2221]

We have found that working with resin is always a learning experience, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. I guess it just likes to keep you thinking all the time. Nice job.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Doug, thanks for stopping by! Yes, resin can be a little...temperamental, shall we say 😉

[@douggiltner2221]

Lisa Ramlow , no problem, just ran across your video and will be waiting and watching some more of them, thank you.

[@Magoon09]

Very nice turn!

[@LisaRamlow]

I was pretty happy with how it turned out 😊

[@JamesCouch777]

Awesome job on the piece 👌

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks James!

[@georgepauselli769]

That's great brilliant look, be safe x

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you George, you as well 👍

[@stephendsurowitzormondfinf4490]

Nice job looks great and that’s all that matters!!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Stephen, you are right about that - nobody (usually) sees anything but the end result! Thanks for watching 😊

[@sueellens]

I love it! The grain is amazing. I love the resin-wood-burl combo. Congratulations on the increasing subscriber numbers!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you SueEllen, I’m pretty excited about all of it! 😃

[@OurFrenchHouseRenovation]

nice job, love the swirls...thanks

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much Grahame!

[@markh4926]

Thanks for the video. I'm doing the same exact thing you're doing in this video so it was helpful. The wood is Box Elder and very plain so I'm going to color it. I like your work and the videos are entertaining because there is some narrative going on, some don't say anything and for me that makes it boring because they don't say what they're doing. Take care.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Mark! I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. I’ve not had a chance to work with boxelder yet but am hoping to get my hands on some flame boxelder one of these days!

[@danstark3341]

This was my first video of yours. That bowl has some beautiful figure. I'm in the Detroit area. Great to see more Michigan turners.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Dan, thanks for stopping by! Always glad to hear from fellow Michiganders 😊

[@marierust2173]

"Spinny bits!" Sure do love a little Lisa-speak!

[@LisaRamlow]

I do kinda have my own little language don’t I 😂

[@michaelthomas3616]

New Subscriber. Love your work. Keep em coming.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Michael thanks so much for subscribing and for letting me know you’re enjoying the videos, I really appreciate it! 😊

[@jimbrock8928]

Hey that grain is crazy I love it, the bowl is nice to I don’t mind the defects that’s nature’s way of reminding us that it’s truly nature we can’t change it

[@LisaRamlow]

Indeed! It’s funny all the wood I wouldn’t give a second look to when doing flatwork stuff is exactly what I’m looking for in turning stock. The gnarlier the better! 😁

[@jimbrock8928]

@@LisaRamlow I know I was the same way now I look for firewood rougher the better , I got man in firewood business and he has some ugly wood that’s what I like 😁

[@BlueyPastle]

Great piece Lisa. The resin does not like that bowl at all, it just did not want to co-operate, but you did a great job of correcting it. The grain of the burr is always a true delight. Keep on turning. Cheers, Bluey 👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Bluey - I’m not sure why the resin was such a pain but I wasn’t gonna let it win!

[@tpbbuzzelli1327]

What a beauty

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much!

[@maryledgerwood7522]

Just found your channel and subscribed. Love your work, am looking forward to seeing more.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Mary, welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing, I really appreciate it 😊

[@roseannpate7332]

wow i love the grain in this bowl!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Roseann, thank you so much. I’m really pleased with turned out.

[@duckiegirl58]

In one month.. You have 3k subscribers! This piece is so special!! Burls have no specific knots and to carve them is like working with hardened frosting. This is so beautiful!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Candie, I know, right!? I finally got my video format worked out and people seem to like it. Pretty amazing that in just a bit over a month I’ve gained close to 2500 subscribers 😃 Thanks so much for watching and for the feedback-much appreciated! And stay tuned for more burl projects - I have a bunch of things in the works 😊

[@duckiegirl58]

@@LisaRamlow you're getting subscribers because you've earned them! Nice to see a woman's view on this craft! Keep going, we're enjoying it!

[@sandyzimmerman2780]

I just discovered your site! Lovely work, Lisa! Sandy in Ontario

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Sandy, thanks so much for stopping by and letting me know! I’ve got lots of cool things planned so stick around 😊

[@akashdrawing1508]

Amazing video 😍

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@Chris-gk1vr]

I enjoyed that, easy to watch and listen to. And a fellow glove wearer despite all those anti glove wearers out there!!!!!👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Chris, thanks for watching! Yes, I know all about the glove police but I’ve found it to be a bit of a necessity for me. Any of the gloves I wear are very close-fitting and I try to know where all my body parts are at all times so I feel relatively comfortable wearing them. This one is a softball batting glove and works out really nicely 😊

[@heathermacmillan962]

Looks awesome! This is the first time I've watched your videos, and I'm definitely going to subscribe! Great job! 😁

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Heather, I’m so glad you stopped by! I’m going to be publishing a new video here in the next couple of days and in celebration of my channel reaching 1000 subscribers, I’m going to do a giveaway on that project so stay tuned! 😃

[@mikewickham1767]

First time watching your site. I use a negative rake carbide for resin, it stops chip out. Nice bowl.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Mike, welcome 😃 I’ve received a lot of recommendations on the negative rake carbide cutters, so I guess I’d better look into getting one of those. Thanks so much for watching, and for the tip-much appreciated!

[@dukaheritage9445]

Hey there Lisa, try the easy wood tools negative rake carbide cutters. You will never see resin chip out again ;) Keep on doing your thing!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hey there, a bunch of you guys have recommended the EWT negative rake cutters so I guess I’d better get one in the lineup. Thanks for watching and for the tip and encouragement- hoping someday I’ll be on par with you all 😃

[@robert488]

Just stumbled onto your video Lisa, great job and I heard you say you are from Michigan, we might be neighbors haha, that makes 3 of us that I know of so far 😉. That grain is pretty crazy, again great job!!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert, I’m so glad you stopped by! Stay tuned for the next video - the cherry burl had the most amazing grain I’ve seen outside mallee burl. And it’s a giveaway 😉

[@rossthomas7425]

Oh yes of course, an oak burl in the turkey roaster, that's exactly what should..... actually thats pretty genius. I've got a little toaster oven that I use for smaller pieces, but Ive had pretty much that same roaster sitting down in my basement for 14 years.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Ross, thanks for stopping by! I don’t know if any other turners using a turkey roaster but I find it works out much better for me - easier to get things in and out of, and to be honest I’m a little scairt of some of the toaster ovens. Heard a lot of stories about them catching fire 😬 Thanks fir watching!

[@pfiltz]

Lovely bowl....;)

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Phillip, it is really something isn’t it!?

[@pfiltz]

@@LisaRamlow Yeah... I've never seen patterns like that before... Well, except during supper on a plate... ;)

[@LisaRamlow]

Lol!

[@kimallen6604]

Thanks for the video, it was great and am now subscribed,. Hint: buy a diamond hone and touch up your carbide cutters.. do frequent touch ups and you will be surprised at how long they will last. New cutters are terribly expensive.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Kim, thanks so much for watching and for subscribing. I sharpened my flat carbides last week on a sharpening system I have for my carving tools. I’m actually going to include that with my next Workshop Wednesday 😊

[@ericschenck9954]

Great looking bowl Lisa! I know what you mean about the streaks. Now I use Frenchies shine juice. 60% shellac 30% alcohol 10% oil

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Eric! I’ve heard of Frenchies from Kim Tippin and will try it. I’ve made new shellac with flakes and will probably make a new batch of OBs and one of Frenchies to see what the differences might be.

[@ericschenck9954]

Awesome! Kim Tippin told me about it. Another thing Kim to me to use is soft cloth. It works great!

[@grampashorty8468]

Hey Lisa Beautiful bowl very good narrating. A machinist tip... if your carbide is getting dull. spray a little mixture of water & Joy dish soap on a diamond Stone or card and turn carbide cutting edge down and circle the stone in a figure 8 motion, not a circular motion. This will insure even distribution of pressure on carbide and will sharpen it. This will save you a ton of money. (hopefully). I look forward to your next video.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much! I’m not sure I have a diamond stone, I’ll have to see what I’ve got in the sharpening box and give it a shot.

[@grampashorty8468]

@@LisaRamlow I think U can get a card at Woodcraft for appx 15bucks. Also I made an error when i said Joy. I meant Dawn dishsoap, it really doesn't matter just whatever you have mix a little in a squirt bottle & use it. Happy turning.

[@TournageDubois]

You mentioned needing to get new carbides.... have you had much experience with sharpening them? I find it works pretty well on mine, and I can go four or five sharpenings before I need a new blade.

[@monopinion8799]

I love the scraper mostly when my carbides need a new blade and leaves all irregular choppy holes on the wood and/or the epoxy. You managed to persevere with the rough carbide and the bowl gadget or was it the spindle gauge and the final turnout a great conversation piece.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Sylvie, the resin chipping out is a pain for sure. I had no idea that a negative rake carbide cutter would make all the difference - I’ve not had a single chip or shatter since I switched to that for resin. Next resin piece I do I’ll show a comparison between a freshly sharpened gouge and the negative rake carbide. It’s totally a game changer for resin work. And I didn’t know this until a few videos ago, but carbide cutters can be sharpened quickly and easily on a diamond card. I’m going to do a Workshop Wednesday of sharpening mine here soon but there are lots of videos out there now that show you how to do it. Thanks for watching 😊

[@zakkaryzoah1386]

Love how you didn’t back down from the fight you were getting from this bowl! I really want to help. Seeing how COVID has shut down all the makers fairs and art festivals, I dug through my subscriptions to try to find you some resources on the resin trouble you’re having. From watching lots of resin projects, I wonder if you need to switch brands. Nick Zammeti is fearless about fixing his resin projects on the fly. He uses a brand I don’t think I’ve seen anyone else use. The guy at Blacktail Studios really knows his resin. He seems to be devoted to helping his viewers. I know he’d be willing to give you some suggestions. Maybe he could be a resource? I feel like you & Kim Tippin Wood Working are on the same wavelength about making your own products. You both have a mad scientist vibe, in a good way. I can also see a lot of you in the Turn A Wood Bowl guy! I hope this helps. I look forward to watching your artistry grow! Cheers, Zak from Oakland CA

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Zak, thanks so much for the message, I really appreciate your desire to help 😊. I am definitely considering other brands of resin but since I literally just opened that gallon kit of Alumilite I’ll middle through til it’s gone. Stuff’s too expensive to give up on. I follow Kim and Nick and recently watched the guy from Blacktail so we are on the same page there! Jake Thompson also has some good videos on resin, and I’ve used Liquid Diamonds also though I can’t remember which projects were which anymore. My shop is an incredibly well insulated pole barn on a concrete slab so it stays really cool and a bit humid there in the summer. Now that the weather is starting to change I’ll be turning the furnace back on and I’ll do some experimenting with the Alumilite-maybe that’ll help someone else 😊 How are you doing out there? Are you far enough from the fires?

[@zakkaryzoah1386]

How kind of you to reply! We’re safe from the fires but not the smoke. It gives me and my brother migraines. But we could have it a lot worse.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hoping for the best for everyone out there. Stay safe ❤️

[@bigtgamer9680]

In my experience with aluminite ive found that a negative rake on the carbide doesn't get those large shatter marks.looks good.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Tyson, thanks for stopping by! Yes, I’ve since purchased a negative rake carbide cutter and it’s made all the difference. No more chipping! 😊

[@larryconrad9082]

You can sharpen carbide cutters. Use a diamond wet stone. Works well.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Larry, apparently sharpening carbide cutters is a thing that everyone knew but me! I have a 600 and 1200 diamond stone so I’m going to give it a shot!

[@furlizard]

Crazy grain

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Rachel, it is really something isn’t it?!

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

This is the 1st time I have watched a turning from you. What drew me was the word "burl" as those are my favourite texture, however seeing the "spaghetti" texture for the first time ever I'm bowled over. Show us when you turn the larger ones please. BTW I'm from South Africa.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, thank you so much for watching! I’ll definitely be showing you guys whatever projects I end up making with the remaining burls. I’m only wishing I had a coring system so I could get several bowls from one of the larger burls!

[@bluelineturnings5055]

Beautiful bowl Lisa you can sharpen those carbide cutter and reuse them for a long time

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there! I’ve had several of you tell me to sharpen the carbides so I’m gonna give it a try and I’ll let y’all know how it goes or if I run into problems. Thanks for stopping by! 😊

[@bluelineturnings5055]

@@LisaRamlow no problem I've been using the same cutters for almost 16 months now it save a lot of money to sharpen them. I even sharpen my neg rake carbide cutters and cuts that resin like butter

[@LisaRamlow]

Sounds like I need to get a negative rake carbide tool as well

[@bluelineturnings5055]

@@LisaRamlow you wouldn't believe the difference it makes on resin like night and day good luck and am looking forward to seeing your next project

[@PBUCKY1969]

All your hard work paid off with this it’s a beaut! What type of scraper did you use, and how do you make your shellac?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there! The scraper I was using is a cheap Benjamin’s Best bowl scraper that I made into a negative rake by grinding a bevel on the top side. To make shellac, I purchased shellac flakes and dissolved them in denatured alcohol. There are different ratios of flakes to alcohol depending on what you want to do with it. I’m mostly using shellac as a sanding sealer so I’m using a 1# cut, and I mix a small amount up at a time as it can go “bad” if left for too long. I used 1oz flakes to 8oz DNA and that’s a 1# cut. Thanks so much for watching and for leaving me a comment, I appreciate it!

[@PBUCKY1969]

Lisa Ramlow many thanks, love your work!

[@nordyfamily]

Do you find that the Carbide tools shred the resin? Much more so than a 40/40

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Richard, I’ve had trouble with EVERYTHING shattering the resin. On the recommendation of several other tuners, I just got an Easy Wood Tools negative rake carbide finisher and HOLY GUACAMOLE they were not kidding when they said this is a must for resin. I mean, seriously. I am finishing up the finial for my next video, which is an apple and resin pot that I almost didn’t do because I screwed up the resin pour and I didn’t know of it was even going to cure. That negative rake cutter didn’t even think about chipping or shattering at all. I got one of my freshly sharpened bowl gouges to get up in a corner and that shattered immediately. I’m totally sold! Hoping to have the video editing and up tomorrow-check it out and I think you’ll be impressed with this tool! Only problem is now o want the square and diamond cutters 😂

[@edithmeagher8509]

I know nothing about epoxy or turning wood but I wondered what would happen if you mixed the epoxy in a bowel and THEN put the burl into the epoxy. Would that have worked?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Edith thanks for watching. Your idea does work, and in fact I ended up doing that a little bit with this one. The trickiest bit about casting wood in resin is that the wood floats so you either have to hot glue it to the bottom of the mold or put a non-stick barrier under a weight or something heavy to hold the wood in the mold. I started this one by putting the burl blank in the bowl and holding it down while pouring some resin around the edges, hoping to fill it from the bottom. That wasn’t quite working so I pulled the burl out, poured some resin in the bottom of the bowl, then put the wood blank back in the bowl and pushed it down into the resin. I think I just didn’t get it quite even, and I probably could have used a little more resin to make sure all the voids were filled.

[@jpwoodwork]

That came out awesome! You need to try the negative rake cutters from easy wood tools, will eliminate all of that resin chip out and shattering you was getting, they are awesome!

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, thanks for stopping by! I have what I think is a negative rake carbide cutter from Simple Woodturning Tools - it is cupped and is used for shear scraping. I just haven’t had much luck lately with it - can’t find the sweet spot to cut. I’ll have to get a hold of them and find out if there’s something I’m not doing right - I’ve not used that one much so the cutter should not be dull. So many tools, so little money to go around! 😂

[@jpwoodwork]

@@LisaRamlow so Simple wood tools arent selling a proper Negative rake cutter, because Easy Wood Tools own the Patent on this, reason i know this is because EWT are a supporter of my Channel so i get a lot of inside information direct from them...... regards to using it right, you hold the tool parallel to the floor and completely flat, no need to twist or rotate the tool in any way..... another reason for huge chip out or shattering could be the resin mix was slightly off in some way...... on a side note, im just about to record my podcast for the week (Makers International Podcast) And you are going to be my weekly Shoutout, i found your channel today and you do awesome work :)

[@LisaRamlow]

Oh hey thanks for the shoutout, that’s so awesome! I’m still working on the reasons I’m dealing with the resin shattering and chipping. I asked Alumilite and they said temperature can play a big part so I tried to address that and the working time on this project-turned the shop heat up to 68, warmed the blank and mold and the pressure pot for that matter, and was well within the working time. I measure by weight in grams and mix thoroughly making sure to scrape the bottom & sides so I just dunno. But I’ll keep at it and just make it work somehow! I’ll keep the EWT in mind - I find I prefer the traditional tools to the carbides most of the time but there are certainly uses for both. I guess what I have is marketed as a shear scraper, and can be rotated (it has a round shaft) to be more or less aggressive. I just haven’t played with it much. Thanks for the advice, I’ll check out your channel!

[@jpwoodwork]

@@LisaRamlow may i suggest reaching out to Jake Thompson, he does a lot of resin work, im good friends with him and he is very accommodating with questions :)

[@LisaRamlow]

I watch Jake, particularly his resin videos as I’ve worked with Liquid Diamonds also. Thanks again for the help 😃

[@rob2fab590]

I have been using sticky backed aluminium tape as a shuttering but it always leaks. This has now shown me to use a glue gun to adhere the tape as well. Thanks

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert, thanks for stopping by! I still have leaks with some of my resin things, but I’m learning as I go. Hot glue helps make a dam and it is quicker (and cheaper) than using silicone caulk, which some turners use as well. 😊

[@rob2fab590]

You should try the tin foil tape thing though, its easy to change the shape of the shuttering and very sticky as well as being a cheap option.

[@rob2fab590]

So who makes this 5 min resin? Never heard of it. I have just purchased som uv resin which I am looking fwd to trying

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert, lots of manufacturers make 5-min epoxy and you can get it in any hardware store, big box store, just about anywhere. Sometimes it comes in separate tubes, sometimes it’s double-plunger type applicator that dispenses equal amounts of resin and hardener. It’s not specifically for turning but it works well for filling small cracks and defects.

[@williamson23704]

How long do you typically leave the wood in the roaster?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, it depends a little on the moisture content on the wood before hand - this burl was down to about 10% I think, which is about what kiln dried wood reads in my shop so it was pretty dry. I left it in for a couple of hours, just to get the whole blank warm and evaporate any surface moisture, etc. Most people (especially people who make pen blanks and other small things) use a toaster oven, but I found it really cumbersome. The roaster seems to do the same thing - I can keep the temp down below 200F and I can put bigger things in it 😃

[@Hencley]

Theat.looks.do cool

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Lynn!

[@pigeonmanof180]

Nice piece. Way to stay with it! Nice finish, too. Don’t like the red; wish you had gone with a tone-on-tone approach. Still, I enjoy and learn from your work. Thanks for sharing.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Adam. Sometimes I like a contrasting resin, sometimes I want it to blend in. Sometimes I don’t know what the hell I want! 😂 Thanks for watching and for the feedback 😊

[@domingospedrobraga265]

🙏🙏👏👏👏parabéns, que Deus abençoe sempre vc.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you so much!

[@joelboston4582]

You can sharpen your carbide tips on diamond sharpening stones

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Joel, thanks so much for watching and for the tip on the carbide cutters. I’m going to try sharpening them and I’ll keep you guys posted 😃

[@johnnuttall1965]

nice

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks John!

[@doowop5548]

What was all the hot glue for ???

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert! Using it as a dam to hold the epoxy in and/or sealing the plastic sheeting to hold the epoxy.

[@glorywr]

Is sharpening carbide cutters not done?

[@LisaRamlow]

Apparently it is, I just have not done it before. I am however going to give it a shot!

[@glorywr]

@@LisaRamlow cool. I don't know these things which is why I asked. I dislike disposable tools, but I admit most of my tools are not carbide as I don't have a lathe yet.

[@rob2fab590]

Does anyone have experience of using a microwave to dry wood?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert, there are lots of KZbin videos on drying in the microwave - I’ve not done it myself yet but basically you weigh the rough turned bowl when you start, nuke the bowl in short increments and then let cool, then weigh again. Once it stops losing weight it should be dry enough to finish turn. A search on YT should pull up lots of in depth videos. Good luck!

[@helenburke9507]

Is it soup now ?? Seriously. I do like this bowl. Character makes a piece more beautiful. Thank you

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Helen, this piece definitely has character, which includes a few flaws 😉

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

Hi Lisa, beautiful bowl - perfect color on a wonderful wood. Great commentary so keep at it. 1.07K subs as I write. Here's some random(?) thoughts and questions ... Glue the bowl to the chuck? Hey! good idea! Will save time swapping the jaws👍 Are you using waxed or dewaxed shellac ? Maybe it's the wax that's causing the streaks. Zinser's 'Seal Coat' was dewaxed but they don't sell it anymore. I also used to use a Butyl type alcohol (from Behlens) that was supposed to be good for shellac flakes. Spinny bits? You a Dr. Who fan too? Spaghetti grain? Yep, crazy🤪 Van Vogh put that same feeling into a painting of his 😁 I believe. Or were you subconsciously influenced by the shavings under the late ? I was! Keep them coming young lady 👍 Stay safe. -Mike😷 p.s. sorry to be such a PITA sub ... I can't help myself ... just poke me a bit once in a while.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Mike! Ummm yeah. Me and the CA glue are still learning to be friends. It can be kind of a jerk sometimes. 😉 I’m not sure about waxes vs dewaxed. Ive been using the 3# cut can (not the Seal Coat) and then cutting it to 1# for my sanding sealer, and using it straight from the can to make the OB Shine Juice. This is my 2nd can of the Zinser and also a different can of DNA. My first projects worked out great, nice shine that stuck around and no streaking on the resin at all. I know with the premixed shellac you can get a “bad can” since they stopped putting the date code on it. I got some dewaxed super blonde shellac flakes and mixed up a new batch of 1# with the new can of Kleen Strip Green DNA and will make a new batch of shine juice as well. I think I’ll see a big difference. I can tell just by the smell of the DNA that it’s different - one of the cans I have is so strong it’ll just about knock you over. I’ve actually not watched Dr. Who (I know, crazy right!?) but I seem to have my own little language that we affectionately refer to as “LIsa-Speak.” You’ll come to recognize it 😂 I don’t know if Spaghetti Grain is really a thing, but someone in a FB Woodturning group referred to it as that and I think it’s a perfect description! I’m sure you can see the shavings on the floor but you also may be seeing my “deflector” - I bought a piece of cheap laminate, cut it to fit between the legs, and attached it on an angle toward the front so most of the shavings not getting shot off the backside would fall through and slide out the front. That laminate is a funky brownish swirly kind of pattern, that actually looks pretty all right with the wood shavings (like that’s a consideration 😂) No worries sir you’re not a PITA - I really enjoy taking with you guys and sharing in this turning obsession 😃 Take care

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

@@LisaRamlow Shellac wax ... Ever notice you need to shake the mixture ? The milky stuff at the bottom is wax. If you let it sit you can decant it and leave the wax behind. Sometimes you don't want the wax. Even flakes will have some. Thinking about the streaks - it is more likely it is drying too fast (you're overworking it) so maybe a quick alcohol wipe will smooth it out. Same thing can happen when brushing on flatwork. Lisa-speak - sure feels comfortable to my ears😃 I made a deflector too. On front to let them slide off the front onto my feet.😁 Anyway, love your work and your vids ... keep 'em coming please👍🙏

[@LisaRamlow]

Oh you can’t stop me now! 😂

[@tommiecook9694]

You can sharpen your insert. An when using insert you might wanna turn at 1300 or 1600 rpms

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Tommie, thanks so much for watching and for the tips. I’m definitely going to try and sharpen the carbides 👍

[@HarryPotter-dl3kb]

You know lisa you can make your own alcohol in michigan for private use. It's legal and the permit is cheap

[@LisaRamlow]

I wish I had time to even think about it! it’s really astonishing how many things are involved in turning, running a small business, and in doing a channel. So. Many. Hats! 😂

[@stevebader6385]

I have had a similar experience with alumilite prone to shattering. More than likely something I did wrong but never did figure out what. Frustrating.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Steve, thanks so much for watching. I’ve had several viewers recommend a negative rake carbide tool to prevent the chipping and shattering-I ordered one today and it’ll be interesting to see if that makes a difference, with all the resin prep and casting being the same.

[@elvisalvarado227]

👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Elvis! 😊

[@eligibbs8822]

Rather than buying new carbide invest in a when wet grinding knife sharpening system and a Tomex 186 jig and can just resharpen your carbide cutter all together it cost just over 200 bucks.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Eli, thanks for stopping by. I’ll have to look into the Wen system, though I’m about to run out of space on my grinding table!

[@charliemckay6402]

Are you allowed to say, "Youall" north of the Mason-Dickson Line?

[@LisaRamlow]

Guess I’m allowed to say whatever I want as long as it’s nice 🤷‍♀️

[@charliemckay6402]

Just josh’n.✌️

[@nighteagle317]

Fantastic bowl Lisa! Gorgeous grain! Congratulations on 1000 subscribers. Hey a little hint about the carbide cutters. You can sharpen them on a stone, maybe 400 grit and a dab of WD40. Put it face down and go round and round and back and forth. You don't need a high priced sharpening system for that. Check out,"the Wood Whirler" for videos on sharpening the carbide cutters. Saves you a lot of money. Cheers, Paige C.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Paige, thanks for stopping by! You’re the third person who has mentioned sharpening the carbide cutters so I’ll have to give it a shot. I have a couple of decent water stones and I also have a super-slow speed for carving tools. It’s a homemade thing I bought from a fellow carver and it’s pretty cool - he converted an old shiatsu foot massage thing into a sharpener. It has flat plates - a 600grit diamond, a 1200grit diamond, and a leather stropping disk/plate. There are two shafts that rotate in opposite directions and they turn super slow so as not to burn the temper off carving tools. I bet that would work, even if I don’t turn it on. I’ve been using it to touch up skews and stuff. 🤔

[@hawkeye10100]

@@LisaRamlow To sharpen carbide you need diamond plates.

[@bryanmccabe3632]

i love the inclusions,thanks,BM,aka,woodbutcher

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Bryan, thanks for watching. This piece had a little bit of everything going on!

[@eligibbs8822]

The system is made by Wen.

[@jackknows6509]

In place of Everclear, try Vodka, use potato vodka, cheapest you can find.

[@LisaRamlow]

I’ll give that a try. In the meantime I’ve been using the “green” DNA and that is working better. Apparently there isn’t really a standard formula for adding the methanol and whatever other junk they add to make it undrinkable, and those additives affect the properties for the DNA. Cheaper the more stuff they add to it I guess. The “green” versions have much less added to the alcohol and that has seemed to make a difference in my finishing stuff.

[@lucasb1324]

Would have been nicer without resin!

[@LisaRamlow]

Wouldn’t have been anything without resin. Burl was really small and I couldn’t get a complete tenon on it, but thanks for watching 😊