Woodturning | Resin and Maple Burl Vase - My first commission to the UK

[@gaylegreer9798]

A true "Heartstopper" of a vase. Very nice work. I'll assume the new owner is very proud to own it!!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Gayle, the new owner was very pleased!

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

LEWIS THE VASE CAME OUT AWESOM.I LOVE THE COLOR .IM VERY GLAD THE PRESURE POT WORKED OUT.THANK YOU FOR THE SHOUT OUT FROM DOUG

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Your video was perfect timing for me Doug! Thanks and have a great Christmas

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

Lewis. it's a pleasure watching you my friend and thank you thank you and a very merry Christmas to you and your family my friend from Doug

[@traceyevans215]

Love watching resin ribbons. It looks like silly string gone crazy 😜🤣🤣😜😜

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

That are fun to watch but a nuisance! Thanks for watching

[@fanfanthomas9688]

When woodturning turns you into a pink mummy 😁 Great result, love the design, too!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Haha, no kidding! Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@outbackartisan]

I appreciate you taking the time to explain your process too mate, it's helpful for novices like me. Lovely work.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Jup, I appreciate you watching

[@HeckingtonArts]

Excellent Lewis excellent

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Terry

[@WackeyWorxWorkshop]

That burl really has color to it and the resin that you used really accents it

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Always a bonus when the wood does the work! Thanks

[@kathywidmer1439]

Being covered in resin ribbons. Its an awesome thing

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It is Kathy! Thanks for watching!

[@kenchamberlin8217]

One word...Outstanding!!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Ken. Great to hear from you! Thanks for watching!

[@jpwoodwork]

nice mate

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks JP, I appreciate you watching!

[@josephlynch3507]

Thanks so much for sharing your process. I always learn a lot watching your videos. Beautiful piece!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Joseph! I love making hybrid pieces most I think. I appreciate you watching!

[@DonnMckeeCreations]

Love the colours in this piece and a nice shape, great work 😊👍🏻

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Donn, I appreciate it!

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Good look piece Lewis. Great choice of colors to go along with a good looking burl.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Doug, love burl wood like that!

[@trevorfurlotte]

I see the boy lurking around in the background. Beautiful piece man.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

He is making some Christmas presents. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@BlueyPastle]

Stunning vase Klondike, those colours make it pop. Thanks for sharing this with us all. Keep on turning. Cheers, Bluey 👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bluey

[@daveporter2555]

Now that looks really nice. Beautiful piece. Enjoyed a always, Dave.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Dave!

[@JiggsysShed]

That is a really beautiful vase Lewis. The colours work really well.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Jiggsy

[@SteveC38]

That's Absolutely Gorgeous Brother!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hey Thank you Steve!

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Hi Lewis, that vase is an absolute stunner, well done my friend, well done!!👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bruce, I appreciate it

[@BrickhouseCraftWorks]

Hey Lewis! Beautiful vase! I’m sure your client will be thrilled with it! Seth

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I sure hope so Seth. Thank you for watching

[@gerryharris5613]

Beautiful as always! Congrats on this commision.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Gerry, I appreciate you watching!

[@jamesdjadams]

Great job!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Jamie, I appreciate it!

[@josephcraft2845]

Beautiful vase and great design

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Joseph, I appreciate it!

[@robcpwoodturner]

Beautiful work 👍👍👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you rob, I appreciate it

[@jkurbanski6475]

Stunning colors.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks so much, I appreciate it!

[@user-rd3tz6vy9v]

Very beautiful indeed,,, nicely done, thanks for sharing

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching.

[@RyanRhodes123]

Absolutely beautiful piece 💗

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Ryan, I appreciate you watching!

[@erhanevkuran09ee]

Perfect,amazing,unbelievable

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Erhan! I appreciate it!

[@sheilaandperry8549]

Another beautiful piece!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you! Thanks for watching

[@martinburdge350]

That's another beautiful piece love the combination of the colour resin blending with wood, Masterpiece

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Martin, I appreciate it

[@jenniemcclish3559]

Another great piece.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Jennie!

[@dustycornerscalgary2208]

Lovely piece thanks for sharing

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Dusty, I appreciate you watching.

[@gregwaters944]

This piece is gorgeous, love the colors and the burl grain. You nailed it!!!!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Greg, Id love to have a truckload of that wood.

[@scottfonner]

Beautiful & elegant!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Scott!

[@davidspence5027]

Superb as always. 👏👏

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you David. This piece is held up in the mail somewhere which is upsetting. Thanks for watching.

[@rosechee]

Idear, the rezing strings so pretty pink ,you could use them in a cotten candy bowl.the best love your work.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you! The strings loose their colour a bit when you recast them unfortunately. Thank you for watching!

[@daveoatey423]

stuning work Lewis

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Dave!

[@mark4tucker]

This is one of my favorite pieces so far in watching these videos. I'm hoping to ne able to turn something as nice as this , beautiful !

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Mark. Once you find the right wood the rest is just practice! Thanks so much for watching!

[@gauranga0208]

Wow. This is such an beautiful vase. And the colors are so perfect. Well done. 👍🏻

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Sebastian, I appreciate it.

[@mikefields9216]

Your work is so inspiring. I love watching you at work. I am going to make an epoxy mold like yours to make vases...

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Mike, I’ve used it several times now. Just make sure you hotmelt inside and out! Thanks for watching!

[@williamswhistlepipes]

Impressive a beautiful piece

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank You William!

[@rochellegadson8432]

Beautiful piece

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you and thanks for watching, I appreciate it.

[@Muskrat1960]

Great piece

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bruce!

[@WoodsleeSummercraftwoodturning]

looks great

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Rob, I appreciate it

[@kanapodfungsaichon5158]

Awesome your project

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching!

[@TournageDubois]

Great piece, Lewis! Loved the color combination and the burl had some.amazing grain!!! Very well done!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank DD I appreciate it.

[@joannkister2540]

Thats beautiful.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Joann, I appreciate it!

[@whiteheadcustomcrafts3555]

nicely done

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching!

[@scapmans1079]

Love the end result. Hate working with the stuff. Shavings are insidious!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It is challenging keeping tools and visor clear for sure! Thank You for watching!

[@Darwinsmom]

I appreciate the way you explain your methods as well as the odd mistake - like using containers that were too small when mixing your resins. It seems to me that you can save your subscribers from making drastic mistakes by explaining an error as you go. I think I might have an idea for the piece I would like to commission from you, assuming it is within your skill set. I would love to talk about a project, including materials and finishes after the holidays if that is convenient for you. I am imagining a piece made with dual media - resin and a slab of tiger maple or some similarly enchanting grained wood. I can picture a tray style piece that is shallow and quite large in diameter. I have a function in mind for the finished piece - a tray upon which I can keep my cooking oils and cooking liquids handy to the stove. Depending on your assessment of the idea, I would prefer very little depth to the object, with a very low rim around the outside and a small pedestal style base. Is there a ruby red or cobalt blue dye or stain you could use with the resin? Ever since I noticed your KZbin channel I have been daydreaming about this tray, as well as a mixed-medium charcuterie board. The more products I see you creating, the more enchanted I become by your skill. I do love the artisanship you put into your products. Your niece Sheena knows how to reach me if you are ever open for commissions. The last thing I want is to become a pest, but I am squirming with delight at the prospect of securing a commission. I've been in love with wood turning as an art form for just over 20 years although I have never owned a piece. I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and prosperous new year.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks for the comments and certainly able to do commissions if you aren’t in a rush. I still have a bit of a back log. I appreciate you watching.

[@Darwinsmom]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman Your talent speaks to me, and it will be worth the wait to acquire a piece from an artisan of your calibre. While I wait for you to be available, I am thoroughly enjoying watching your videos. Keep up the excellent work!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Merry Christmas and happy new year to you as well. You can send an IM to me on messenger @ Lewis Golden to give me an idea of what you would like so I can put some thought into it. Thanks again for the support!

[@brentbeacroft3363]

Fabulous looking piece Lewis well done, I enjoyed. What resin did you use and supplier please

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Brent, I used Alumilite clear slow. I get it from Alumilite direct or Plastics World in Ontario. Thanks for watching

[@iskoglan]

Beautiful work! Where do you get your negative rake carbides?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Ian. All of my carbides come from EasyWood Tools. Thanks for watching I appreciate it.

[@mdaley3102]

WOW Fantastic. The colors are so rich, it looks like a deep red wine. How far down did you hollow and did you use any special tools. I’m just starting with epoxy and was wondering about the extra stabilizing process (which I don’t have). Would your project worked out just as good without stabilizing the wood. Thank you, your videos are great. I look forward to the next one.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Michael, I drilled with in a half inch it so of the bottom and hollowed as much as I could with an Easywood tools hollower, but the neck it too narrow to hollow too much. Thank you for watching!

[@kathymoser9750]

Beautiful!! Really like the final resin colors and the vase shape. Does the resin make the vase water proof?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Kathy! The resin itself is water proof but the wood is not. I could have coated the inside with resin to make I water proof. Thank you for watching!

[@GordonRock1]

Holy cow, Lewis. That is absolutely stunning! Question: you used red dye and also mica powder. Why do you use both? Hope you don’t mind my asking! I love that piece, Lewis. Have a Merry Christmas and a “better” New Year! 🎄🎄🎁🎁🎄🎁🎄🎁 All the best, .....Gord

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi Gord, thank for the kind words my friend! I use both dye and mica powders because I don’t want the finished resin to be transparent and this method darkens the resin. Dyes only would blend and make a different colour so I like a base dye in the colour I want then the mica powders really just give it a marbled or swirl effect that I prefer. Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and yours as well. Thanks for watching and always taking time to comment, I appreciate it!

[@GordonRock1]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman Thank you, Lewis! I have so much to learn!!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

We all have lots to learn!

[@gummittgiantcleaver7622]

Awesome project. can this vase hold liquids? How do you account for the inside depth so that it is completely resin ?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It could it it were coated inside with resin when finished. The customer did not want it to hold water so the bottom inside is burl. Thank you for watching!

[@curtisthorn13]

Gunflint design has a video of how he made a pressure pot to fit his resin/wood French rollingpin

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Curtis, I’ll check that out. I appreciate you watching!

[@marklawrence64]

Vase looks Great 👍🏽 Do you always have to stabilise any timber if you cast it in resin? Also can you stabilise using your pressure pot? Sorry for all the questions. Mark 😊

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

If you dont stabilize the wood will move and the resin will not. even stabilized wood can move some depending on the size if it. I always dry wood to 0% and stabilize before I cast it to help as much as I can. Thank you for watching.

[@gauranga0208]

By the way. Could you share some link what kind of colors you use. Thx.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I use Alumilite dyes and casters choice resin. You can get the dye directly from Alumilite but I am not sure the status of casters choice, I bought mine from ptownsubbie.com

[@ryangeiser6914]

Do you hollow the bottom portions of these pieces or just drill it out and form/hollow the top portion?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I hollow them. Thanks for watching Ryan!

[@johnmeeks9618]

How tall is the vase?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

it is about 12" John, thanks for watching!