Woodturning - Does This Look Like A Turtle Shell?

[@anitalandry3223]

The epoxy leak led to what Bob Ross calls a "happy accident". And happy accidents always turn out beautiful.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed, thanks!

[@conservativerealist]

Looks great Jim.

[@ashvw]

Another absolutely gorgeous piece! You have an unusual knack of bringing beauty out of a disaster.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bradbutler2781]

You took a disaster and turned it into a treasure. Beautiful piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@thomasbaird1316]

Great bowl. Cutting up the first pour and adding the gold was a great decision!! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@terryvince806]

The colors are magnificent! What you thought was a disaster turned out to be another beautiful piece! You are awesome at using Designer Epoxy to it's fullest.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@dkokel]

Those bottle stopper blanks made this into a super unique piece. I like how a few of the blocks peek through the Designer Epoxy. Great combination of colors!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@tammywashington1763]

This is the perfect example of how you can turn a potential disaster into a total triumph with quick thinking this is so beautiful

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Hog-g2z]

Good Morning 🌅, Jim , That is a beautiful looking 👀 piece of Artwork, it was definitely slow going but what do you expect from a Turtle 🐢, 😂, Jim, A shame that you are having problems selling your property, I wish you all the best for the future, I am still working on my workshop, but I have had to purchased a ride on lawnmower, not sure if I bought the right thing a zero turn, I took a trip into the river, 😂, and then took me nearly 2 hours to get it out, with an electric winch connected to my van, Keep up the great work look forward to next weeks project it sounds interesting , France,

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That must of been a fun ride, haha. Thank you very much!

[@lillyenovis15]

That looks so cool, your attentiveness and quick thinking turned last week’s potentially disastrous mold failure into a second gorgeous piece! Excellent work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@leisongivangomo4478]

That’s a nice bowl! It does look like a turtle! I especially like the figuring in the wood! I hope your knee is behaving and getting better!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks!

[@twinmama42]

I really love the design, the colors match almost perfectly. Thinking this is an ad hoc salvage project, you definitely upcycled into art what otherwise would have been wasted.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@NELLYSCHASE]

Wow - the green tilts toward teal....LOVE IT! Great save!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@junemead1311]

My husband and I have started watching your video’s because he just bought a wood lathe from a friend. You do beautiful work and I did not know the things you can do now with designer epoxy. Thanks for the wonderful video’s. The video’s with the voice over are a lot better than when you don’t talk at all. Praying for cooler weather for all of us.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wonderful! Thank you very much!

[@philgallagher1]

Another beauty, Jim! Perfect use of "scrap wood" and left over epoxy. It makes this one "almost" a free material piece! LOL!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

True, lol. Thank you very much!

[@conniehenry6878]

I think sharon will ABSOLUTELY Love her bowl! Beautiful gold and blue

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I hope so! Thank you very much!

[@Doxymeister]

Wow, what a save! That was a good decision and worked out very nicely--the gold is lovely next to the sea-green, and the spalted maple....chef's kiss! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mdaley3102]

It’s another beauty. It seems like Designer Epoxy is having more sales than in the past and that’s great. For a quick decision with a bunch of bottle stopper blanks it sure came out nice.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@adiduck3143]

Another gorgeous piece, Jim! I'm a fan of turtles, and so the pattern is just my cup of tea.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You and me both! Thank you very much!

[@texanasimmons1761]

OH, WOW!! Jim, that bowl turned out beautifully! I LOVE the green and gold and of course the spaulting in the wood blocks only add to the beauty. Sharon is very lucky to receive this gorgeous bowl! Thanks, Jim!❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much!

[@haileyruso355]

Very nice 💕 The gold was definitely the right choice!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thank you very much!

[@kevinjensen9817]

What a cool idea to cut that original casting up and add the gold. Beautiful bowl! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@cdoole1984]

Beautiful and stunning work this week. Never think of it as a rescue project, it is a wonderful and unique piece that came from a happy accident

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@wiseone6862]

"Designer Epoxy" I knew this would look good but it turned out better than I thought it would.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@MightyWizardTim]

Fantastic save. Love the color choices. That gold is great. Nice job.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks a bunch!

[@rom65536]

Okay Sharon, I'm jealous. Jim, yet again, you knocked it out of the park.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@venessagoad7656]

I love what you can do with wood and epoxy. One of these days I'll get to get my husband to buy either a bowl or vase you make.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@barbarabrazenec2300]

That finished piece is absolutely beautiful. That girl was lucky to have friends gift it to her. Well done Jim. You have a creative mind.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you kindly!

[@toddralston6613]

Truly awe inspiring piece considering it began as an emergency save from potential disaster. Those Designer Epoxy colors continue to pop.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@GinaJalufka]

Wonderful golden ribbons of Designer Epoxy, wrapped around spalted maple, good job Jim, re-pouring the green cubes worked out so fine!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Many thanks!

[@David_Air_Force_Vet]

Great recovery from what could have been a costly mistake. Love the color combination. Designer Epoxy to the rescue.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Suzie-Q2]

I've been watching you for a long time now and never hit the JOIN button. I'm gonna do that today. I feel like you're part of my family and want to help with your heart's desire. Thank you for doing such beautiful and meaningful work with your turning skills and helping me to understand. Take good care of yourself. I'll see you again soon. Oh, I use to live in Presque Isle, ME and remember driving up the airline hyway to get some fried clams just over the border in New Brunswick, Canada. It was such a great drive. In the winter, it could be as wide as a 6-lane freeway if you knew how to drive on ice.

[@BARUCHKAHANA]

Drive on ice??

[@SpragueWoodturning]

We do have some of the best fried clams in the world. Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@peterhobson3262]

Great way to save the epoxy from last week. The green and gold work well together with the wood blocks. A very lovely piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@scottwebster8104]

Really beautiful bowl Jim. So happy that you were able to create this from last weeks near disaster. The gods were smiling on you for this one! As always, have a great weekend 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much! Same to you!

[@puritan7473]

Well this cloud had a Golden lining! Stunning, love the design!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mikebass823]

She's going to love that bowl. Ninja turtle special, your right on the button. Great job.👍👍👍👍👍👍😎

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ianh1212]

Hi Jim Ian from Liverpool England here, just goes to show you what you can achieve when you're quick on your feet.Another beautiful piece made out of adversity. Hope the knee's are ok really sympathise as a gentleman of a certain age believe me I feel your pain 😄 🤣 😂

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yup, feel it everyday. Thank you very much!

[@deborahpasha9727]

Good morning everyone. Hope you all have a wonderful day😁.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You too!! Thanks

[@cathirodrigo2933]

In regards to your home, remember God’s timing is better than ours!! ❤❤❤ That is GORGEOUS!!!! Congratulations to the woman who gets it!!! ❤❤❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Mogrease51]

Freakin awesome Big Jim!!! Love that Designer Epoxy And the Waterlox finish!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lokibottleoff9550]

I really love this amazing piece. Big fan of this half closed bowl shape

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@kevinbooth2063]

Jim! Accompanied with designer epoxy you made great use of your bottle stopper blanks. What a show stopper!! Pun intended haha😂

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Ha ha! Thanks so much!

[@lkandel1696]

Designer Epoxy. Love that you able to take the disaster of a mold failure and turn it into a beautiful piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@tomandtinadixon]

Those two colours always work together. Designer epoxy looks pretty forgiving as a medium.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thank you very much!

[@Karen-Moore]

I love the round design. I think it is on of the few of your designs that don't have those sharp edges. Love the colors too. Good job

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@chantalpommainville8926]

To think that this masterpiece came about from saving the epoxy from last week's project! Love that diamond gold!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@SAOS451316]

This is a lovely bowl that Sharon will surely enjoy. I like the translucency of the gold epoxy; it adds more dimension to the piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@thoml1846]

Not one of my favorite pieces but I always appreciate your creativity in using up different materials to create the pieces.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Fair enough! Thanks

[@billcoonley319]

Another beautiful piece, and that Designer Epoxy gold makes it come alive!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes it does! Thank you very much!

[@Lee-qp6gf]

when I make a wrapped mold I pour some sacrificial resin, on the bottom, let it cure before I pour the mold. It helps with the heat and hot melt glue. Stunning piece, Lee Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

This is a great idea as long as time permits it. Thank you very much!

[@A2Laura]

Love what this "failure" turned into. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mindcraftyD13]

Green and gold always go well together. I like that you kept the gold along the rim, helps to tie it all together. As for the gold pigment itself, that liquid coloring is very nice, and I think you were right to mix it as heavy as you did. Could even have mixed it stronger if you wanted to. As Bob Ross would say, happy accidents make for beautiful art.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@hantieferreira4398]

In Afrikaans, our home language; there is a saying 'geluk by die ongeluk' basically translating to ' good fortune derived from bad fortune'. Love how it turned out

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for sharing! Much appreciated!

[@richarddoan9249]

Great job!! Congratulations to the recipient. Yesterday we travelled around 2 states visiting wood craft/hobby stores. Crowds were low so we were chatting with staff. Inevitably, you, your techniques and your excellence came into the conversations at each store.😊😊👍👍. You may get some new subscribers!😊👍 Designer epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That is awesome! Thank you very much!

[@raydriver7300]

You do come up with some great ideas Jim and Sharon will be delighted with her new bowl, lucky girl. That was perfect timing as I’m about to use my one way coring system for only the second time and I need a refresher. I only have the small corer at the moment but it’s perfect practice. I’ve mentioned before that you live in a beautiful spot and I’m sure the right person will come along soon. All the best from the UK 🌞

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@valsummers5330]

The designer epoxy really is the bomb! Sure looks like turtle shell!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@amandadavis139]

Beautiful save! I have found myself quickly trying to save epoxy before as well! It turned out beautifully. Designer epoxy shines bright as always!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@marilynvanderwilp3713]

Love this aptly named turtle bowl. So smart to use last week's mess up to make this week's project. Just love everything about it. Thanks, Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mymusic1509]

Great job again Jim. Designer Epoxy comes through again.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes it does! Thank you very much!

[@christinesikes4889]

This is absolutely amazing! I didn't think I'd like it with the wide strips of gold at first but it really comes together. I love my Friday mornings with Jim,

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mitchvandyk8325]

Brilliant colours! I am going to watch it spin around on the turntable over and over.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@troyhenderson2074]

Pure turtle power Jim. I really like how the gold and green go together. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@hmeaders]

Great recovery on a failed casting! The gold works really well with the wood color. I was not sure how that would look at the start. Have a great weekend! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Lottiemay.]

Ho my goodness, my family and I love your videos. Your work is something I could never do myself with my hands. But love for your work is sent from the uk. Keep it up and thank you for the videos. ❤😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@jbjeep8324]

Most excellent save of the epoxy. It definitely has tortoiseshell vibes, very nice piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@alanneel2749]

Yup I was not a fan at the outset but that Designer Epoxy came through to saved the day. Very modern style!👍👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@normagene514]

Designer epoxy. Beautiful. Well done from what started as a disastrous original pour.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@WifeMomOsi]

I wasn't sure about this one, but it won me over....I love how it sorta looks like a basket weave in a few places. Great job Jim, love it!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@nerak4971]

i absolutely LOVE this bowl, sharon is a lucky woman. see you next week jim

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@RoseStephens-mo5jb]

I love the turtle shell look of this one. turned out really good for an impromptu casting. I love the gold designer epoxy in this. Definitely a "happy accident" that turned out great!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

Beautiful piece! Excellent use of an oops! Lucky lady whom received this lovely bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@cbowers6530]

I look forward each week to your videos. Your latest turning is another beautiful work of art! You have given me a couple of ideas as to how I can use a number of small blanks, which I have. I think I have turned my last pen. Bowls and hollow forms, at least for me, are more enjoyable to turn than pens, letter openers, and bottle stoppers. Thank you, and good luck on your pending home sale!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

They are probably better sellers too. Thank you very much!

[@EileenSchultz-s1d]

beautiful. The gold is like a kick of energy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Agreed. Thank you very much!

[@biancabutler523]

OMG designer epoxy! This is another one of your beautiful creations! You are an amazing artist! You put a lot of love and time and effort into your work and it shows! I dream of owning one of your pieces! You use the lovely blue that I adore… I go to purchase one of my favorites some lucky person scooped it up before me! But one day… One day one will be mine!❤❤ thank you so much for sharing with us your talent!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Figgycatone-ce2gm]

Wow, wow absolutely Beautiful. The colour is stunning a fantastic bowl as usual.❤ UK 🇬🇧

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lizwillis1847]

What a curiosity! I like the turtle shell at the bottom. Very unusual looking. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@Suzie-Q2]

I watched all the way to the end and loved it all. It's certainly a beautiful "Torty" bowl. I love it 😀. ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@deborahpasha9727]

Truly lovely. This is a truly unique bowl. I love the color play between the green and the gold. The shape is also very pleasing and contributes to the visual interest. Another great piece. I know why I like watching your videos. First you create beautiful work. Second watching is very restful. I find watching you work to be very calming (though it may stress you out at times😂). Thank you for sharing your passion and creativity.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

My pleasure! Thank you very much!

[@AGRIV8TD1963]

Probably my favorite to date Jim!😅 Love the turtle shell!❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Cool! Thank you very much!

[@dbrown1576]

This is a nice turnout for a panic mode bowl. Good job Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@harveyy4492]

What an awesome gift. Nice save on that pour/fail. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks 👍

[@angelynngebstadt9351]

Designer epoxy. Wasnt sure I was going to like it. Looks much better in its natural state than lit.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@patriciaharkin1571]

This is a stunning piece. Fantastic use of an "accidental leak" 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you!

[@sandraleenerts6805]

Lucky Sharon! Beautiful piece, as always.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@elizabethpannell-ui6nf]

Really nice bowl Jim. The colors are spectacular. As always your work never ceases to amaze me.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bayoujack]

Designer Epoxy. Another learning experience for me. Glad you showed how you solved the problems. Good looking bowl. Getting close to start turning myself.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Cool, thanks!

[@danphilippe9286]

Great work. I'm learning so much. Can't wait to play with Designer Epoxy once my lathe is repaired.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Have fun! Thank you very much!

[@badbedbat93]

Thank you for the video. The bowl looks beautiful, I especially like the green epoxy. 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you too!

[@laurazakrzewski]

I think it was a great save Jim! Looks great!! Love the 2 colors of Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@tammybledsoe3718]

I love this! Sometimes when things go wrong, it makes room for something better to happen. God bless!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@danspowercleanservices6060]

Praying for your home to sell quickly, and packing and travel mercies to your new home!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@mariverhagen8082]

Oh my goodness, you have created another beautiful work of art! 😮❤😮 thanks

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@lorainenatalino5534]

Nice save…very pretty result…Lucky Sharon…lol…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@pattigolden1]

Ah yes, an episode of Jim vs the mold!! Just not an epic battle! 😂🤣😂 Truly an beautifully interesting piece, definitely looks like a turtle.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@thomascary1752]

I love the green with the gold it's stunning and the spalted maple was a great choice ❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much!

[@jimdee5003]

If ONLY my saves turn out to be as nice as this piece - like everything about it.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@beckypage6041]

Totally cool piece! Can’t believe I missed the premiere today(again),I went into work early hoping to catch it, unfortunately made it as the piece was being shown. Oh well, it’s not as if I commented while you’re turning anyway, I’m too busy watching and listening to you 😂 Have a great weekend

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@fredholland7525]

I notice that most of your turnings are asymmetrical, so there is a randomness to the look. On this one the asymmetric part was in the blocks and the gold filled cuts. Brilliant!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@GregCrumbliss]

Beautiful bowl. Glad Iade the premier. The gold designer epoxy looks great here.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@konoikurozora5851]

Another incredible piece! The gold really enhances the look. I think it's interesting that from the outside it looks like a green piece with gold accents, but from the inside it's a gold piece with green accents.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, it seems to reverse the look, thanks!

[@stevebrown2538]

This looked good straight out of the mould! Stunning piece of work as always, compelling viewing.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!