Woodturning Butternut Start to Finish: Rough Turning A Bowl, Drying it in a Kiln, and Finish Turning

Woodturning Butternut Start to Finish: Rough Turning A Bowl, Drying it in a Kiln, and Finish Turning
This week’s video is the start to finish process of turning a butternut bowl from green wood - rough turning, putting it in my dishwasher kiln, and then finish turning to complete the project. This is the first of the batch of six butternut bowl blanks I roughed out in early October. The wood was very wet, cut down August 19th, and was spraying water when rough turning. I forgot to weigh the roughed bowl blanks before I put them in the kiln, but I got down to between 7-11% moisture content in about 4 weeks and I didn’t lose a single blank - no cracking or splitting on any of these.
I also tried a new abrasive sanding paste and finish from Brad’s Workbench and I like the results. I’ll be using Ack’s sanding paste and polish on my next project and expect that will be equally as nice. While I’ve been using up the last of the a homemade batch of sanding paste, at this point I’d rather spend my time turning and not making products that I can purchase from other small businesses.
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[@Stacebo1974]

I think this is beautiful. The grain is very dynamic. Also, you are one of the few wood turners on here that I actually enjoy your commentary! Generally, I just want no talking and no music, but you are interesting and informative. Great work.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Stacey, thank you so much for watching and for the feedback. I’ve been all over the place with my video format-some taking while I’m working, some no talking and music, now workshop sounds and commentary. It’s impossible to please everyone and the vast majority of my viewers have said they like the voice overs, many of whom are also turners. So I’m striving for videos that are interesting to people who don’t turn, but offer some content for those who do. I’m certainly not trying to put out instructional videos as I’m still learning, but other people can watch some of the things I’ve tried and will get some idea if they might like to try it to, or if it’s a complete bust, or whatever. I finally decided that I’d do the commentary - for those that don’t want to hear any chitchat, they can mute it but it doesn’t work the other way around! 😊

[@Stacebo1974]

@@LisaRamlow Yes! I really like it. You come across as a friend just sharing your thoughts on the process, which I really like more than "this is how you do this." The tone is spot on and very unique. I also appreciate that you point out the little flubs or "imperfections" in the process. Very relatable. Really so much fun to watch and listen to.

[@asingardenof]

You're not alone in it being satisfying to see the shape develop, I also find it really relaxing and often will watch a turning video just before going to bed. As a friend puts it, it's a very mindful activity. One day I'm hoping to have the space, money and time to get my own lathe.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Greg! Turning videos are definitely an AMSR kinda thing. You’d be surprised at how little space some turners have - small shed kits and corners of basements. I’m super lucky in that when we moved I got a 24x36 pole barn with a concrete floor, insulation, and finished interior walls. Added a furnace it’s pretty much perfect, but I started out in a small basement room, moved up to a small garage, now I have the Taj Mahal of workshops. Be aware once you start turning, it’ll quickly become an obsession 😂

[@asingardenof]

@@LisaRamlow I don't even have that, unfortunately. By American standards my house is tiny (OH is latterly from rural Arizona, I'd love to have that much space!) Probably a good thing I don't have the space, I already have one hobby taking up all my spare cash in guitars and basses, another would probably bankrupt me 😉

[@grampashorty8468]

Hey Lisa, what a beautiful piece of wood. I love watching your videos cuz you narrate well and your video's are concise. I'm also glad that I don't have to fast forward your vid's to get away from that most distracting music people think they have to put in their video. I want to see, hear, feel the wood being cut off the piece. You are an excellent turner. ThankQ for showing me your skills.

[@LisaRamlow]

That’s very kind of you to say - I’m glad you’re enjoying the new format of videos 😊

[@sabinwills7687]

Another really great piece. Thank You for sharing with the world. Now more than ever we need the simpler tings in life.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Sabin 😊

[@ThomsSimpleLife]

They say you "can't teach an old dog, new tricks." Well, this old dog learned a simple "trick" with your video.....I have a complete set of air tools, to include an air chisel and I never considered using it to remove bark....I would get out the hammer and chisel and struggle through it. Good tip Lisa. And great job.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there, thanks for watching! I learned the air chisel truck from one of Lyle Jamieson’s videos 😊

[@henryrodriquez4706]

I really liked that bowl it's so nice to see what wonders a piece of wood has inside, I'm talking about the colors and the grain. It's like opening a nice gift. Keep up the good work.

[@TournageDubois]

I agree with you that seeing the shape materialize is very satisfying. I like to say "enjoy the destruction, and relish the creation".

[@LisaRamlow]

Absolutely! It reminds me a lot of watching people throw pottery on a wheel and I find that pretty fascinating as well!

[@TournageDubois]

@@LisaRamlow absolutely! It was awesome seeing you using Brad's abrasive and Tung Wax. I've used it in some of my videos too! I really like it!

[@gailbolton4891]

This butternut puts me mind of malachite -- in browns and tans instead of greens. It's a pretty bowl!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Gail! I love malachite. And butternut!

[@rossthomas7425]

Butternut is very pretty, but saying it is stinky is an understatement. It reminds me of a skunk drowned in a swamp. Great piece. And kudos for being able to put up with it.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Ross! I’ve got a whole tree so I’m gonna jade to deal with the stink 😂 I gotta tell you though I was working with some wood black when I was carving that was 100x worse than butternut. My sawmill guy worked with some Amish folks and I asked them for some bark-on slices, which they did on a bit of an angle so the slab was oval. They referred to it as “bam” wood, and I’ve never found any reference to that anywhere so I’m guessing it’s a colloquial thing, but oh man that stuff was horrible. It literally smelled like swampy sewer gas when cutting it 🤮. I’ve never known for sure, but my guess is that is was cottonwood, or some other kind of poplar that likes its feet wet. Blech!

[@rossthomas7425]

@@LisaRamlow At a guess, you probably got a hold of some Callery Pear wood. it is an incredibly invasive tree from asia that smells a lot like rotting fish. Its actually outlawed in most urban cities because of the stink, even though its quite pretty when it flowers. It will grow pretty much anywhere.

[@helenburke9507]

I really love this piece. It’s patterns and color are beautiful. Thank you so much

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Helen, thanks for stopping by! I agree, the butternut is really pretty. And I have a bunch of it to turn! 😃

[@LeosTueftelei]

Very nice, excellent work ! 👍 👍 👌

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Leos!

[@sdsluder]

wobble can be fun. another beautiful piece. Thank you for teaching/sharing. someday I will get to do more than watch videos and read books!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much!

[@nene1333]

Absolutely love butternut! Great job!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Nene!

[@patricklucia7926]

Love the wood coloring and very impressed with you work and content of you videos

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Patrick, that’s very kind of you to say - much appreciated!

[@jamesmccarty6863]

Looks great!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks James!

[@RobBrandtWoodturning]

Nice video Lisa, that butternut has such amazing grain, I love all the swirls. Keep well, Rob

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Rob! Looking forward to seeing what else I get out of the kiln 😊

[@billjones393]

Simple shape, beautiful grain, Lisa.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Bill, much appreciated 😊

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Great video 👍 bowl looks great 👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much 😊

[@goodguystu]

Great looking piece. our videos are very relaxing, thanks.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you,‘I’m glad you’re enjoying them 😁

[@pfiltz]

Man I like that Butternut... Pretty wood. Nice job on the kiln too.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Phillip! I’ve got a bunch more butternut, and the kiln is working out great! 😃

[@carlspringle9342]

Absolutely Love It. Beautiful piece.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Carl 😊

[@carlspringle9342]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@SilverBack.]

Beautiful grain pattern, well done 👍👍👍👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Douglas! This butternut tree should produce some amazing pieces!

[@PBUCKY1969]

Love the bowl and love the new gouge!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Paully!

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi Lisa.... lovely bowl.... I enjoyed watching the whole process start to finish... especially the drying process...take care...All the best.....Andy

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Andy, thanks for watching! I’m really quite pleased with how well the dishwasher kiln did on this batch of bowls. Green to turning in 4 weeks is pretty cool!

[@cydrych]

Not sure why I was so surprised by how well the air chisel worked at taking off the bark. I’ve used them for years in machine and auto shops so it’s weird I never thought to use them for wood. Thanks for the tip. 👍🏻

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Robert! I actually got that idea from one of Lyle Jamieson’s videos and it does work nicely! 😊

[@donnaross-parsons6233]

Absolutely beautiful

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Donna!

[@robertbourke7935]

Fabulous result

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Robert 😊

[@eliashorak870]

Very cool!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Elias, much appreciated!

[@daveharrington7500]

Very nice Lisa. Beautiful bowl and a well made video,

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Dave, I appreciate the feedback 😊

[@pfreeman2732]

Really nice Lisa. I hope this will be added to my queue of goodies to inherit from you one day!! Great stuff and much enjoyed. P

[@LisaRamlow]

😁😁😁

[@OurFrenchHouseRenovation]

thanks for sharing Lisa, nice bowl with a beautiful finish..

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Grahame! I liked the Brad’s Workbench products - one my viewers recommended it. I’ve seen many turners use Ack’s so I know that is also a great product. I figure it’s good to have options 😊

[@michaelthomas3616]

Great job Lisa

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Michael!

[@michaelhealy4509]

Very nice Lisa! Great commentary Thanks

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Michael, much appreciated 😊

[@tjtworkshop]

This was excellent! I'm following!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks, and welcome! 😁

[@emgiwoodworks]

You just gave me another idea how to remove the bark with that airtool. I have exactly the same tool but never thought of using it for this purpose. Thanks Lisa! And about your problems turning wet Poplar: I have the same experience but that's not an issue for rough turning. You just need to let it dry out a bit, then it works much better.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Leo! I learned the air chisel trick from one of Lyle Jamieson’s videos and it works really well! Fortunately for me, I’ve been able to get my hands on a lot more decent turning stock and can be a little picky about what I turn. I use poplar all the time for frames (the other two Bear Track Girls are artists and I make their frames) and it’s a wonderful wood...after it’s kiln dried! 😂

[@eseabee1]

Looks really nice. Like your work

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Ed, thank you so much 😊

[@timmills5873]

Gorgeous colours and shape! Thanks for sharing.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Tim! I’m looking forward to getting through some of the rest of those bowl blanks - I’m gonna have a couple of beauties coming up!

[@curtisclements2753]

VERY BEAUTIFUL BOWL YOU'VE DONE IT AGAIN YOU DO SUCH A WONDERFUL JOB AT EVERYTHING YOU DO SWEETIE KEEP UP THE AMAZING ART I LOVE YOUR WOOD WORK YOU SEEM TO BE A VERY SWEET YOUNG LADY WELL TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TILL WE MEET AGAIN❤🇺🇸🦅

[@LisaRamlow]

😊

[@Blueboy9055]

Very nice!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much 😊

[@gaetancrepeault9333]

Beautiful work and nice grains color

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much!

[@roseannpate7332]

i absolutely love the grain of this wood.!!! it is beautiful. and the bowl is fantastic!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Roseann! I’ve got a lot more butternut and am excited after seeing how it turns out 😊

[@colemahaney880]

Great job .....loved the video

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Cole, I’m so glad 😁

[@winnie1021]

Oh butternut! I would love to have a piece of butternut, they say it’s nice to carve. Nice job on the bowl.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Winnie! I’ve never worked with it either but it turns nicely and the grain and coloring are beautiful. I may have to try carving some once it’s dry 😃

[@winnie1021]

Hi Lisa if you do carve something I would like to see it!

[@uniqko]

You make a beautiful bowl

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you 😊

[@bakers011]

👌👍 great job well done.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much!

[@exotictones1054]

Nice job looks good.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much!

[@patriciaborron94]

Beautiful bowl. I also enjoy watching the form emerge from the block. Another moment I like is when the sanding sealer is applied and the grain pops out. This butternut is fantastic.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Patricia! Oooh yes, also love when you start to see the grain pop!

[@stevecalgary2395]

Nice job. Good proportioned bowl.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Steve!

[@BradsWorkbench]

Beautiful work. Thank you for giving my waxes a try 👍

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Brad, thanks for stopping by! I’m really pleased with how your products performed and am definitely going to have them in my arsenal of finishes 😊

[@oldmanwoodcraft]

Very very nice . thanks for the tip on vibration .i am enjoying your work .

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks for watching! I learned that vibration trick by watching Stuart Batty, RoboHippy and a bunch of other really great turners on KZbin 😊

[@robert488]

Wow, I really like the look of that stuff, great project Lisa!!!

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Robert!

[@richardschaffling9882]

Very nice

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Richard!

[@joallawestervelt6918]

Beautiful. Love all the grains and the shape. Really like how thin you were able to get the rim. Your explanations are wonderful and helps to understand. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe and well.

[@LisaRamlow]

thank you Joalla! sorry I missed your comment initially 😬

[@Chris-gk1vr]

Alot going on with that wobble bowl wood LR, very nice. If I was an avocado I'd be more then happy to sit in that 😜

[@LisaRamlow]

😂 Thanks Chris! I’ve used the avocados and now there’s one lonely lime sitting in there 😂

[@ghostbones5927]

I'm a 17 yr old boy, and this is amazing. Like, I've never seen this before, and it's incredible.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the video 😊

[@thomashester739]

Beautiful bowl. I like how you debarked it I never seen that method before. Thanks 😊

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Thomas! I learned the air chisel trick from one of Lyle Jamieson’s videos 😊

[@petereaton9795]

Really like your use of the air-chisel. What a great idea. Thanks for that.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Peter! I learned the air chisel trick from one of Lyle Jamieson’s videos 😊

[@petereaton9795]

Also noticed you didn't use a jam chuck, just cushioning material right over the chuck. Nice. Thank you for sharing.

[@lakeshorewoodturner5136]

Really great looking bowl love the grain. Great job Lisa.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks so much 😊

[@joesinger1155]

Lisa, thank you so much for sharing. After 20y of turning, I'm still learning (and know a lot) but not technologically savvy enough to easily share what I know. Again, thanks.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Joe, thanks so much for stopping by! I’m learning more and more with each project and hopefully others are finding things of interest on my videos. 😊

[@christineingram55]

What a pretty piece of wood ..and a beautiful looking bowl !nice turning too 😀

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Christine!

[@scottmedori1437]

Lovely bowl, and great job. I like a lip on the bottom to elevate a bowl. That would have eliminated the wobble, but I have made funnels even when doing that

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Scott! Yeah, I was pretty thin on the bottom - not sure I could’ve gotten any other profile. Oh well - it’s all practice, right!? 😊

[@TheOtherGuybo]

Nice work. Great descriptions/discussion - very helpful. I like your tenon measuring stick, haven't seen that before for turning. I use the same thing for fishing go-no-go catch measuring.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Guy, thanks so much! I’ve seen a lot of turners use a go/no-go gauge but usually just for one set of jaws. I figured it would be helpful to see what options there are for jaw sizes, depending on what’s going on with each individual piece. Seems to be working out pretty well so far! 😊

[@domingospedrobraga265]

Parabéns muito bonito trabalho 👏👏👏👏🙏❤

[@user-th9pl9cw2h]

Lisa, любуюсь на вашу прекрасную работу!

[@jeanlong4285]

Beautiful bowl. On the dark knots like that, I use coffee grounds and ca glue. It blends in so we'll.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Jean! Yeah, me & autocorrect are not always friend either 😂 I don’t drink coffee but one of the Bear Track girls does so I should snag a container of grounds to keep in the shop for such occasions. It’s the used grounds, correct?

[@alh9327]

Lovely bowl Lisa, I really like the grain patterns in that bowl and I look forward to hearing from you on your opinions on the different grit finishes you are using1 Thanks for the great video! Cheers Al

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Al! I liked the Brad’s Workbench abrasive paste and wax finish. I’ve seen lot of turner use the Ack’s products so I know those will be lovely as well. I fissure it’s good to have options, and to support small businesses!

[@eligibbs8822]

I made a negative rake scraper out of a tire changing iron made of vanadium and chromium which when combined is consider a high speed steel.

[@LisaRamlow]

My scraper is HSS but the burnisher I made is also HSS. I got a titanium drill bit but didn’t think about the fact that only the tip is titanium 🙄. Burnisher needs to be harder than the HSS so I’ve gotta get something else

[@eugenephillips8726]

Beautiful...ni zhonnih..

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks Eugene!

[@robertcherney1118]

Use a forester bit to give you a flat surface for your face plate

[@LisaRamlow]

I have a couple of big ones now, including a 3” that should fit my faceplate. Will try it out soon!

[@georgepostins812]

Chuck hard to get off, try a washer between the chuck and the spindle face 👌🏻

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi George! This was the Laguna faceplate that was being a bit disagreeable. I have a washer between my Nova G3 chuck and the spindle adapter, as provided by Nova. Not sure why the faceplate was so tight. Or maybe I was just particularly wimpy that day 😂

[@texanasimmons1761]

What a very pretty bowl! I love the grain of the butternut. As for being a bit rounded on the bottom, could you put little rubber feet on it to lift it a bit? Its still a beautiful bowl! Thanks!

[@LisaRamlow]

It’s only a little bit wobbly but that’s a good thought!

[@gregoryh4601]

Thanks Lisa very awesome looking Bowl! One Question what your input I like to learn too do Wood Turning so would a Shop Smith be a Good Starter?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Gregory, thanks for watching! To be honest I don’t know anything about the ShopSmith equipment so I can’t offer an opinion on that. I was really happy with my Delta midi lathe, and I’m loving my Laguna 😊

[@grampashorty8468]

Hi Gregory, I have a shop smith and it doesn't have the power to turn anything but tooth pics. Look on Craig's list or somewhere else and start with a used lathe. Once yer hooked then buy the one you want. Make sure you get one that you want, don't be a cheap skate, save til you can afford it. I love my Robust! ( retirement money). Good luck and I hope to see your videos soon.

[@pawslatheworks]

I can’t use a bowl gouge at all. I always send it flying across the basement. Carbide is my go too and a skew.

[@LisaRamlow]

Ah the skew still intimidates me! I mostly use it as a negative rake scraper 😂

[@myhoneyshandmade1077]

ditto..Like the air chisel tip. beautiful bowl. So after you turned it the first time..how long before you turned it a 2nd and final time?

[@LisaRamlow]

I watched Lyle Jamieson use the air chisel and I thought that was brilliant! I roughed out the wet bowl and put it in the kiln on October 9th and finish turned it on November 1st

[@milltek2]

Lisa, where did u get the big caliper u used to measure the thickness of the bowl?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there - I’m pretty sure I ordered that from Amazon

[@grantmiller6570]

It's funny, While watching I was thinking about how I enjoy watching the shape form from such weird starting points when you mentioned the same thing in your vid, I don't think that's strange at all, unless we both are.

[@LisaRamlow]

I think there are a bunch of us weirdos Grant 😂

[@TroyAReich]

I love how meticulous you are. Well done

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Troy, that’s very kind of you to say 😊

[@andyoverall1951]

Nice shape and grain pattern. I like this one. Did it move much after turning? Does drying it out make it more stable? In my experience dry wood still moves.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Andy! I’ve not found that the pieces I kin dry move much if at all. I’m sure things expand and contract with humidity but it doesn’t seem to stay that way

[@andyoverall1951]

@@LisaRamlow Thanks, Lisa, I will give it a try.

[@pjseiber2774]

About how long was that blank in the kiln? Do you know or remember what the moisture content was when you put it? Beautiful work and beautiful wood.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi PJ! I roughed out 6 bowl blanks in October and put them in the kiln - I forgot to weigh them or check them with the moisture meter but they were very wet - tree was cut in late August. I think they were in for about 3 weeks when I turned the first one, which was still a tad wet as it went a bit oval when I finish turned it but it didn’t crack. This one had been sitting in there since then, but the light wasn’t on past about 4 weeks so it was dry enough at that point I just didn’t get a chance to work on any of them until recently. Next batch I’m planning to weigh and check MC when I put them in, and probably once a week to see how they go. Thanks for watching 😊

[@eligibbs8822]

Your display carousel where did you purchase it.

[@LisaRamlow]

I got it from EBay-there were a bunch of sellers all with the same product

[@rstone7727]

Very nice Lisa, The bowl is gorgeous and I like your voice over. I tried my own video and it didn't come out as nice. I used Shotcut, may I ask what video editor you use..?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi, thanks for stopping by! I use my iPad for editing and I use LumaFusion

[@josephinelarosa635]

Don’t give up on the pull cut.

[@LisaRamlow]

I’m still practicing, just not in front of everyone 🤣

[@DeeplyStill]

Really interesting. I believe it’s also called white walnut? Is that right?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Steve, yes I think it’s known as white walnut as it is in the family. It’s really pretty!

[@SilverBack.]

Lisa what type of wood is butternut, I am in the UK so never heard of it here

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Douglas, it’s in the walnut family. On face it is colloquially known here in the US as white walnut

[@eligibbs8822]

I have a problem with that gouge as well.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Eli! I’m determined to get it right one of these days 😃

[@dougdugan3358]

Do you have a website or blog? I think there could be a lot to talk about.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Doug! I have a website but at the moment it’s pretty bare bones. I have enough trouble trying to keep up with this YT channel - it’s amazing how long it takes to record and edit videos! I hardly have time to watch anyone else’s videos anymore 😂

[@holzweg666]

Hey Lisa, a nice Bowl and a great job! 👍🏻Is the bowl stinking still after turning and finishing? And another question i have, do you know the book from the God of Woodturners, David Ellsworth? „Ellsworth on Woodturning“, from the year 2008. It is a must have for every Woodturner, so interesting and everybody can learn so many things. If you dont already have it, you could wish it for Christmas. ( from your family, not for me😄This book has recently also been available in German Language, and i devoured it! Now i wish you the best, be care and stay healthy. Many Greatings from northern Germany.

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi there! No, once it was dry and finished it didn’t smell bad - just while it was wet. I’ve not read the Ellsworth book but will add it to my list 😊

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

Weird ? For enjoying a bowl shape emerge from a hunk of wood ? Not in the least. Only thing better is making a shape emerge😁 As usual, this is a pleasant video of a beautiful bowl ... even though it had avocados in it. Ugh (grumpy old fart who doesn't know an avocado from a persimmon👺👴) . Keep 'em coming Lisa🙏 Stay safe. -Mike😷 p.s. question: Why opt for a "V" gouge over a "U" gouge ?

[@LisaRamlow]

Hi Mike! I think I went with the V gouge because my initial intent with the new gouge was to put a 40/40 grind on it and I’m pretty sure Stuart Batty says it needs the V shaped flute rather then the U flute. However once I got the gouge I was really hesitant to grind that much material off and decided to try the grind supplied by Thompson and I like it. I’m still planning on getting another good gouge and putting the 40/40 on as I like that one as well. Probably can’t have too many gouges, right!? 😂

[@tompavlik302]

Very nice bowl, love all that beautiful figure in the wood. Take care.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thank you Tom! This tree should produce some beautiful pieces!

[@peterrezac881]

You really are asking for big trouble with that glove on your hand while you turning. It is a big no no in woodturning.

[@LisaRamlow]

Thanks for your concern, I’m aware of the risk

[@jeanlong4285]

I hate spell check