Woodturning - My First Urn for a Viewer

In this week’s woodturning video, Harry and I were asked and given the honor to make an urn for a great man and beloved fan who has left us too soon.
Mike was a heck of a guy from the little bit I knew of him but he enjoyed a good beaver like Harry.
While working with the family I wanted them involved in choices such what to fill the voids with, the font of the engraving and sheen of the finish. I hope I’ve done you proud Mike!
Rest in Peace buddy!
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[@JeremyHofer]

Robert, Thank you so much for the beautiful work. My Dad became a very big fan of yours and watching your videos was one of his and I's favorite pastimes together. Yours and Harry's humor was right in line with my Dad's, and he was always astonished by your craftsmanship and skill. He always wished he had the opportunity to get a lathe and have his own wood shop. Sadly he never had the opportunity, but lived vicariously watching wood turning videos like yours online. Myself and the family love all the pieces you have made for us, and we look forward to receiving the urns. It looks incredible, and we are honored and excited that my Dad will be at rest in such a beautiful work of art. Thank you! - Jeremy and family

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

Harry and I love to hear that you guys enjoyed the videos together. It was an honor to make this for you guys!

[@user-fv2yc7bf6w]

Awesome way to show love and respect for someone.

[@blessthismess616]

Robert I love your videos and i actually was inspired by you and now i do wood working and im only 10

[@k9insomniac783]

I’ve been turning for a few years now..Channels just like this one helped me with technique and inspiration It truly warms my heart that your making such an important vessel for someone who also appreciated your work and vision. What an honor. My hats off to you sir. And to Michaels family, my your father/friend rest in peace. I’ll say a prayer for you.

[@Dore60]

Nice job Robert,Harry

[@jeanlong4285]

A beautiful tribute.

[@ellengraham4677]

Robert. Thank you for turning a very beautiful urn, the wood is stunning the shape is lovely. 😘😘🙏🙏

[@William_Kenny]

A stunning piece Robert well done 👌👍

[@jackthompson5092]

Beautiful urn Robert.

[@PBUCKY1969]

Beautiful work - what an honour to be asked for this - you did him proud ❤

[@DancingFox6]

Adding the metal screw top was a great turning lesson. Fascinating to watch.

[@williamellis8993]

Really beautiful, Robert, and a great tribute. Rest in peace, Mike. Bill

[@crackerjack3359]

It's a nice one. Interesting the way you fitted the screw threads. I normally have the projecting threads on the lid. Either way works.

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Great job. What an honor to be asked to do this.

[@gsilcoful]

Very nice.

[@billm4560]

That turned out beautiful Robert! 👍🏻 Thank you and Harry for sharing!

[@mpham321]

Great job and a fitting tribute! RIP Michael!

[@ODDwayne1]

Condolences to Mike's family members.

[@burttsbowls469]

Great job and an honour to do this type of commission work. I noticed you use the metallic duct tape. Is this better at stopping leaks then regular duct tape? Last time I used regular duct tape and it leaked alot. Thanks Michael

[@alangibb3100]

Robert that is a very special piece and a great tribute to the man well done mate great job.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Very nice, Robert! It came out beautifully and I'm sure the family loves it!

[@alexandercristancho4471]

La marcación con la fecha está bonito pero le faltó agregar un grabado bien bonito en homenaje

[@stevescott8655]

A truly gorgeous piece. What an honor to be asked to make. May I ask where you found the threaded rings for the closure?

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

Thanks, I did feel honored. The threaded inserts I used were from Niles. nilesbottlestoppers.com/product/threaded-inserts-for-urns/

[@WoodWizardrybyColin]

What a beautiful piece great engraving too

[@timponder7487]

Beautiful Urn Robert he would be 👏 😢

[@scotttague2729]

Great urn, Robert 👍👍👍👍

[@cakesbywen]

It is BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@cookiescoop6065]

Very beautiful

[@ronkiskowoodart9680]

Well done sir!

[@downsouthwoodturning]

Very nicely done

[@jimneely4527]

That was some very nice work! How do you determine the volume for an urn? You certainly wouldn't want to make it too small. Thanks for sharing.

[@bruceragusett9432]

Enjoyed your video and the finished product. Two questions, where did you get the ring for the lid and what kind of tape did you use containing the resin ? I'm in the process of making an urn myself. Again beautiful work. Thanks Bruce

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

The ring I got was from Niles Bottle stoppers and the tape I used was just regular aluminum foil tape used for AC duct work. I heard from another turner that it works for resin and turns out it works pretty good!

[@CharleneLuiz]

Where can you buy the brass opening screw top from? Good job!

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

Thanks I got the threaded pieces from Carl Jacobson at Niles Bottle Stoppers.

[@joewilliams601]

Where did you get the brass piece for the lid joining?

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

I got these from Carl Jocobson at Niles bottle stoppers.

[@blessthismess616]

Robert what tools and lathe do you use?