Woodturning - Oak-Root Bowl

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil....Thank You Karl Bunker.....Always love the adventure of sitting back and watch you turn Phil...I love Oak, tough stuff...another great piece Phil...tm

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Jeff! Yup, Oak is always a challenge but usually ends up being beautiful. Glad you like it! Phil

[@andrewcrayford7918]

Hey Phil I just thought I'd say that one of the reasons that I love your videos is that you are so honest with your work, there's no pretention of being an expert, you tell it like it is, and we get to see things when they go well and when they don't. Anyway just wanted to say keep doing what you're doing it's awesome. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I appreciate that, Andrew, thank you very much! 😊

[@mikenco]

I love your tip for using a block of wood with some grip cloth. I have been using it for a couple of weeks. And to think, I nearly blew a hundred quid on reversing jaws!! Thank you Phil, Your videos are my favorite turning vids on YT.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you are finding the block of wood idea useful, Mikenco! I have a set of those jaws and after using them one time I thought "there must be a better way!" Sure enough, there is! Besides, just try holding a piece like this or any of the other natural edge, live edge pieces. You cannot get a good grip on them. Thank you for your kind comment! Phil

[@pikefishbass]

Great job! Oak is a beautiful wood and that root really came out nicely. Bravo!!!

[@birdhunter2008]

Some fine woodworking Phil . Beautiful wood .

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly, Jeff! 😄

[@davidrosowski3161]

One beauty after another

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! Thanks, David! 😊

[@lewisgreenway5065]

Plenty going on in that piece got to love Oak, not seen root turned before lovely job Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@ThePapa1947]

Phil that is really a great piece of oak.It has a lot going on based on the fact it was a root. And I would say that root owes you a lot. It had to spend it's whole life underground where nobody would ever see it. Now you have turned it into a beautiful bowl for all to enjoy. That top edge looks great with all the contours going around it. Great job my friend! Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

What once was dark now sees the light! I love the way you think, Gary! Yeah, I agree, the contours really help make this piece! Thanks for watching, my friend! Phil

[@ThePapa1947]

You are very welcome Phil. Keep those type coming my friend...they all inspire me! Gary

[@huwdavies5264]

Hi Phil, What can I say you did it again by turning something beautiful from a piece of wood that could easily have ended up in someones firebox. You and Gary (The Papa1947) are two of my must go to for turning videos as you explain everything in such easy terms for what you do, why you do and how you do. Cheers, Huw

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Huw! I'm glad Gary and I can offer some useful thoughts and tips for your viewing pleasure. Please keep watching, lots more to come from both of us old timers! LOL! Phil

[@donaldtrabeaux1305]

Awesome Mr. Phil and Happy Fathers Day take care my friend god bless

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Donald! Happy Fathers Day to you, as well! Phil

[@SteveC38]

Beautifully executed Phil. I truly enjoy your work, and your videos.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad to hear this, Steve, thank you so much! Phil

[@Purdy8Sal]

I just found you last night and I’ve been very impressed with your work , greetings from Galway in the west of Ireland 🇮🇪

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for stopping by, Sarah from Ireland! Very cool! 😊

[@TheMessyStudio]

Another lovely piece, Phil. Great work, buddy! Billy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for watching, Billy, I really appreciate it! Phil

[@robboland9857]

WOW. Very nice sir.🌿 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So nice of you 😊

[@stephendonathan6782]

Beautiful bowl! Love the bark you left on it!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Stephen!

[@lilliekelly3406]

That is a beautiful bowl Sir. Red oak is a pretty wood to me.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think so too, Lillie! 😊

[@KarlBunker]

Hi Phil. I knew my little piece of root wood would be in good hands with you! That bowl is beautiful, and like another commenter says, it's not just the wood, it's also the fine work you did with it.

[@mariagaddis5134]

Beautiful wood work Karl love them.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Karl! I'm so glad you had the time to watch your wood being turned into a bowl. It was a fun turn and I'm so grateful you chose to share what to me, is a very rare opportunity. Thank you, again! Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Karl does great work, Maria, I'm glad you took a look! Phil

[@derekcomer4858]

What a stunner 😊

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@geofo60]

Very nice looking bowl Phil, Oak is fairly common here in the UK but to be honest I don’t recall ever seeing a piece with so much “going on” compared to yours. Thanks for sharing yet another fine example of your creative skills. All the best from the U.K. Geof

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Maybe because it came from the root, I don't really know, Geof, but yeah, lots going on in this piece. Thank you, my friend, for continuing to watch and support my channel and bring brightness to my day. Phil

[@randywood4782]

Good job 👍 I like nice Bowl phil

[@rongollata5456]

Just finished watching the video. Again what can I say. ONe of these days i might even try one. It sure looks beauitful.LOve the finish. Cant wait till the next one.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Ron! I sure hope you try a bowl, so rewarding and nothing to fear. You can do it! Phil

[@tomasarguinzoni9022]

Beautiful bowl 👍🏼

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tomas, I'm really glad you like it! Phil

[@johndaniels7213]

Very cool Phil! I like that.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, John!

[@yvesmazny8493]

Beautifull piece. Thanks for this sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Yves! Phil

[@judithfairchild8620]

The bark looks deep blue as the bowl turned. Cool

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Groovy, Judith! 😊

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Well done. (again).

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Valerie! Phil

[@wagWAGart]

stunning piece phil love it thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's great, Wayne, thank you for watching! Phil

[@gsilcoful]

Came out real nice.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, gsilcoful! Phil

[@victorjohnson9672]

Great Video 👍🏿

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Victor, I'm really glad you like it! Phil

[@richardparker1699]

I agree with everyone else. It's magnificent.

[@patrickhayes6348]

You seem like a genuinely humble guy. Cause its not just the wood. Its what you do with it. And you do awesome work. Thanks for sharing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Patrick! I'm so happy you enjoy my videos. Phil

[@retmachinist]

Howdy Phil I've never seen so much spalting in Oak .... I am working on a piece right now out of pine , making a sink , there is some spalting going on , it is actually the first time I have ever seen it in Pine ! I live such a sheltered life LOL ... Not seeing spalting in Pine . We have a lot of Oak in New England.... people buy it for fire wood by the tons . Being such a hardwood I bet it came out real smooth . Definitely got the key tools shop working with Oak , even if you use carbide ! Keep on turnin'

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Howdy, Bruce! I think I have seen spalting in Pine, but more often, I see some pretty wonderful colors, like pink or blue. Don't know what causes it but it's pretty cool when you can get a piece like that. A sink, huh? That must be a big undertaking! Yeah, I know Oak is very common back your way. I wish it was so, here! Yes, it finishes very smoothly, I really like that part! And yeah, sharp tools are a must! Thank you, buddy! Phil

[@gilvb51]

This is great!

[@ahsquared1]

Beautiful piece Phil, Patrick hit the nail on the head with his comment. Your talent is a wonderful gift. Thanks again for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, H T! I do know each day is a gift and I'll take it! Phil

[@mickfagan6451]

Yet another beautiful piece Phil. Very nice work. Thanks for sharing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mick, for taking your time to watch and comment, much appreciated! Phil

[@Tassie646]

Just a lovely bowl Phil, looks amazing 👍👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So glad you like it, Mark, thank you! Phil

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

Carl sent it to the right guy. Great work on a beautiful piece!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Kerri, glad you like it! Phil

[@ernestboatwright7172]

That's the best bowel I've ever seen love the color an texter. The bark is beautiful

[@SiamWoodShop]

Hey Ernest, wrong "bowel" :-)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like this, Ernest, and took your time to let me know. Thank you very much! Phil

[@gholliday3792]

Beautiful.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, G! Phil

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Beautiful Phil, what a nice gift!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, J W! Indeed, I have just the best viewers! Phil

[@Maggiewaggiemoo12]

Superb!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@diannamacdonald976]

I love everything about this bowl-the shape, the edge, and the finish. Another beautiful job, Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you very much, Dianna! I just love the fact that the bark was so tight and stuck with me through the whole turning! I'm so glad you like it, too! Phil

[@georgebrill3072]

Nice job.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, George, glad you like it! Phil

[@nighteagle317]

Incredibly beautiful piece Phil! Great job!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you nighteagle317, I appreciate it! Phil

[@robertcisek3990]

Another great job. You've increased my interest in live edge bowls, especially the idea of showing the wood as it is rather than how you might want it to be. I'm a newbie to turning and often find a new (to me) shape while roughing out a piece of wood. Sometimes the wood just shows the shape it wants to be. Keep turning...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! For me, once I started turning live edged pieces, it's really hard to go back to anything else. There is just something new with every revolution of the piece, to discover. It's a hunt with an often wonderful reward. And, yes, the wood will dictate it's final shape. Thank you for your understanding words and comments! Phil

[@davidcharleson5241]

Lovely bit of Oak.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Oak is just special, isn't it! Thank you, David! Phil

[@lauriecremore5601]

Oak'ey Phil, you've done it again, pleasure to see you create another piece of Art.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Laurie, for continuing to watch, very much appreciated! Phil

[@nathanchambers1006]

Lol... I think this video may convince Carl Bunker to buy a lathe. I love the oak. Very pretty bowl. Love the bark too. Good job Phil.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Could be, Nathan, but I think he does great work with his power carving, too. Thank you, buddy, I appreciate your support! Phil

[@eduardocabuling622]

its a nice work.. maganda!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Eduardo! 😊

[@brendanmurphy9694]

Another inspirational piece Phil. A tough piece of oak root. Great job. Thanks for doing it.B.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Brendan, for your very kind words, much appreciated! Phil

[@julianclarke7178]

Hi Phil, another lovely piece , you’ve certainly worked your magic again . Thanks for the continued inspiration. Jules , Droitwich, England

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Julian, I appreciate your kind words! Phil

[@kdonner775]

Phil your work is wonderful... thanks again..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Kenny, I really appreciate it! Phil

[@jackskelton6773]

Phil....Gorgeous bowl..that is my favorite one!!! Outstanding work 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you so much, Jack! I'm really glad you like it! Phil

[@alcinolima2776]

Phil você supera as expectativas com suas obras de arte.

[@Leefywood]

Great job. Back here in Wisconsin we call a lot of red oak sand oak. It literally has sand drawn into the pores. Add to that, your root is not just hard it’s grinding your gouge dull. I have 150 acres of it so I turn lots of it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Ah, I'm sure you are absolutely right, Wayne! This piece looked so clean but I'm sure in it's time in the earth, sand and whatever else, worked it's way in. Yeah, lots of sharpening! Wow, 150 acres of Oak! Heaven on earth, right there! Thanks, Wayne! Phil

[@carolriley569]

Gorgeous bowl...love the grain!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carol! Indeed, beautiful wood! Phil

[@thomasklink3766]

Gorgeous piece of wood and you made it spectacular.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you very much, Thomas! Phil

[@joeedgington1484]

Now you're back to your roots. (see what I did there?) Beautiful job.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

LOL! Yes, I do see what you did there, Joe! Hahaha... Thank you so much! Phil

[@williamellis8993]

That's another beautiful bowl, Phil. I love the grain and the natural edge. If you were in Ohio I could give you plenty of oak, apple and maple.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Ah, to be in Ohio... Sounds like you have a great selection to choose from, I envy you that! Thank you so much, William! Phil

[@TheFlamingTurner]

Yet again another great piece ,ill be glad when i get some decent tools and skill to turn at your level.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Just keep at it, T F T! If it helps, I use what are probably the least expensive tools you can buy. After that, it's just practice, practice, practice. Thanks for your comment! Phil

[@turntbyhi-lo3516]

Love it. I turned a piece of hickory root, end grain. I found out that root wood is so porous, that I could blow air through it, before it was finished. If I can figure out how, I can send you some red oak this fall. My friend had 80 acres of woods, that had to be cleared of them, due to gall wasps. I'd be honored to have you turn a piece or two.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mark, for taking your time to watch and comment, much appreciated! Interesting about the hickory root being porous. I've never run across that. I would love to have some red oak to turn! If you wish, you may contact me at [e-mail] to make arrangements. Just keep the gall wasps out of the box, please! LOL! Phil

[@turntbyhi-lo3516]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop , will do. It will be this fall, when the deer ticks go dormant. Lyme disease is rampant around here. As far as the gall wasps go, they only go for the smallest limbs. And only red oak trees. All the other oaks seem to be immune.

[@AuntieRoma]

Howdy Phil! Greetings from the Central Coast of California! 😊🌊 I was so excited when I got the notification that you had posted a new video! Sadly I didn’t have time to watch it till late, but here I am happy to see another Phil original! Once again, it seems like all the words of praise have already been said. I don’t want to sound like a 🦜 parrot. 😉 As little bit you know about me, I think you probably know my thoughts about it. It’s GORGEOUS! I love it! Beautiful piece of art. The feelings that come through to me while watching are warm and somewhat comforting. I like to think of little stories about how a particular piece of wood ends up with you to turn it into something wonderful! Don’t worry, I’m not crazy. My imagination helps me through the anxiety and difficulties of everyday life. (Caring for my elderly parents, and I’m no spring chicken either. 😂🤪) Anyway, thanks for sharing your talent and making my world a bit brighter! Take Care my friend! 💜🤗🌸🦋🌸🌎🇺🇸 ~ Roma

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I always love reading your thoughts, Auntie. I hope you don't mind me calling you Auntie instead of Roma. I've had a lot of Aunts but never an Auntie, if you know what I mean. I'm so glad to be able to share my work with others and then read what they think of it. Fortunately, like your comment, they are pretty positive. I too, love thinking about where the wood came from and what it has endured before it got to me. That's probably the most important aspect of what I do. What you are doing, now, taking care of your parents, is something I know a little about, too, and you are an angel on earth for doing it. Thanks for staying up late and watching, much appreciated! Phil

[@AuntieRoma]

Phil, Auntie is fine. I don’t mind at all. I’m Auntie to a lot of people. 😁 Thank you again for the things you that help cheer me up during difficult days! Hugs, ~ Auntie. 🤗 💜🦋

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Phil it is a stunning bowl. When you remove the tenant I always watch that little nob with big tention.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Kobie! The first couple times I tried removing the tenon this way it was a little scary for me, too. Now, it's just natural. Phil

[@SiamWoodShop]

Really nice work Phil, leaning a lot from your videos. Have a couple of pieces finished but not ready to video quite yet. Keep on turning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, John! Keep the idea in mind, you'll get to the videos when you feel ready! It's a great way to share your work with like minded people. Phil

[@thewilddinkus8026]

We don't make mistakes, only happy little accidents

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

There you go, Wild! Phil

[@gobbledegook6019]

yes it is a beauty ;)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Ha! Thank you, g d! Phil

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

Very nice...I have a ton of Oak and am not a big fan...lol

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Isn't that the way it goes, Steve? So common in some areas, so rare in others. Mother Nature sure knows how to tease us! Thank you, buddy! Phil

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

lol right on

[@iskoglan]

Nice job. WRT the need to sharpen often - root wood carries a lot of "dirt" and dulls tools quickly. The sacrifice for the beautiful grain.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ian! I wondered about the dirt and sand but it just seemed so clean. I suppose there are bits you just can't see. Phil

[@rogerchristophel8984]

Beautiful piece of work Sir. as always. Couple of questions came to mind while I was watching this. 1) you seem to favor tenons vs. recesses. I understand that they both have their place, but when all things are equal does one have an advantage over the other? 2) I also notice that sometimes you use sanding sealing with shellac, sometimes just shellac, and sometimes wax. What kind of criteria do you use to make that decision? Thanks so much.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Roger! 😊 1.)The tenon vs. recess debate can go on forever and get heated. I generally prefer a tenon, I just think it's stronger but like I said, others will disagree. Also, with a lot of the pieces I turn, sometimes cracks are present and you don't want to open the jaws into a recess when there are cracks. 2.) I never use shellac without first using shellac based sanding sealer, you must be thinking of someone else. I may have used only wax about once in my life, not sure I filmed it.

[@edwardwargo148]

Phil, Enjoyed your video. Really like the way you did the bottom of the bowl. You used an ink pen to sign your bowl and then rubbed on finish. What kind of ink did you use for that?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Edward! I use an Ultra Fine Point Sharpie to sign my work. Phil

[@ernielaurent671]

I would like to see your sharpening system .it must be a good machine.

[@jerrydempsey3490]

Yes, I would like to see your sharpening system too.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Ernie, you can see my sharpening system in the video linked below, at about 4:00 and again at about 9:35. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoaqd3idf7minaM Thanks for watching! Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Jerry, you can see my sharpening system in the video linked below, at about 4:00 and again at about 9:35. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoaqd3idf7minaM Thanks for watching! Phil

[@roamingchemist2514]

Nice bowl! And I am glad the shape found you. I love to turn oak as well, hard but little tearout, and it finishes so nicely. I am curious why you don't date your bowls when you sign them?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, David! I used to write the date until I read someone say, when selling, people think there is something wrong with a piece that has a date from a couple years ago so they don't buy. Now, I have never sold any of my pieces, but I might so I took the advice. But, I agree, they should be dated, just for posterity. Phil

[@garythomas6866]

Awesome job Phil had to work for it but what a spectacular looking bowl. The Oak root seems harder then the trunk? Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think I would agree, the root is harder than the rest of the tree. Thank you very much, Gary! Phil

[@nansihemming968]

The little bit looks like a dogs head to me. Very nice..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😀

[@RedneckInCarolina]

Another masterpiece. Do you keep, sell or give away your pieces ?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Red! I've never sold any, I've given a few as gifts, mostly they just keep piling up around here. Phil

[@troybramich785]

Hey Phil wat angles are u grinding on your gouges

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

60° Troy.

[@alcinolima2776]

Phil qual a potência de seu motor em hp?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

É 2 HP Alcino. Phil

[@artisanatmondherazzouzi5830]

Bien

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! Phil

[@willmakeseverything3829]

Very cool root piece! Makes me nervous every time i watch you take the little nub off 😂 I'm sure you've got it under control! I've got a whole oak tree in my shed but tell the truth I'm a little scared to start turning it, it was dead a long time before it came down and is full of holes and cracks.. maybe I'll get round to starting on it soon. Looking forward to the next one buddy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Will! Sometimes removing that little nub can be troublesome, but you're right, it's under control. Low RPM's is the answer. Gives you time to react. Don't let that Oak go to waste, buddy! As long as the cracks aren't super deep or go all the way around, it's turnable. Just adds character! Phil

[@judithclever1103]

Hey Phil you said at the beginning of the video it was Red oak root, and on the bottom you just wrote oak root.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sometimes it's a matter of space and sometimes it's a matter of how steady (or not) my hand is, Judith.

[@judithclever1103]

Red Oak root? If it is red oak root, you might want to add that to that nice bowl so you'll know. Lots of different kinds of oak, white, blue, black, red, live.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

As I recall, Judith, this was Live Oak. Not sure what I wrote on the bottom, I can't get at it right now.

[@grampashorty8468]

Another piece of ugly wood transformed into a beautiful work by an up & comming wood artist. You get better all the time.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So glad you like it, Grampa! Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, very much appreciated! Phil

[@stevenjobbins2600]

Phil what can I say apart from you tell us you are not an artist but wait this rims not right I need to shave and 1/8 inch off ahh that looks much better ....Regards Steve

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

HA! Well, it did look much better, Steven! Thank you so much for taking your time to watch and comment, much appreciated! Phil