Woodturning - Rooty Firewood to Beautiful Vase

In this woodturning video I will transform a firewood tree root into and beautiful looking hybrid vase. This fully air-dried root has some much character but certainly needed an artistic eye to rescue from fire and give another chance to live longer. With the help of some epoxy resin I was able to turn this project around and make something very modern and decorative piece.
Website: www.davidswoodturning.co.uk
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In the future I would like to share my creations with the audience here ranging from both simple woodturning ideas ideal for beginners but also more complex and artistic works for those like a bit of challenge. 😊
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DISCLAIMER: Please do not solely rely upon the information and techniques discussed and displayed in my channel. I am not a professional woodworker, wood turner and working with machinery and electricity can be dangerous however I try to share good practices, techniques and products what works for me. It is recommended that you fully research each technique and decide for yourself what the safest possible work method is for you.

[@user-np8fh3pf5h]

Невероятная красота ! Хочется бесконечно рассматривать эти изгибы и переплетения ... Настоящий мастер - отсек все лишнее, и получилось чудо !

[@dalisabe62]

If the value of craftsmanship is measured by turning something that has no value into a beautiful piece of art, this project deserves 10/10.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jimreilly6933]

Equally, creating something which is unique. No one anywhere on the planet has a vase with identical markings to this vase.

[@tigertilt2602]

How much are they btw?

[@tigertilt2602]

They are amazing 🤩

[@twistyturd]

I’d like to put one of my turds on that lathe

[@stephanierasmussen5256]

Absolutely beautiful. I didn't even know this was a thing. I'm always blown away by how creative people can be.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@aymirabye6533]

Worth hundreds, because it's unique, handmade. Great work. I can imagine them as a pair of artsy lamps in my living room

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@mickeyandres2651]

I’ve never seen anything like this…. It’s beautiful, unique and timeless. Love it.

[@lillolakerkiskandi7860]

немного дерева + немного эпоксидной смолы + David's Woodturning = шедевр

[@jrowlandj]

Great use of a gnarly rooted stump. Love the “worthless to worth it” transition! Awesome stuff!

[@jsp1324]

The colours give me ancient Greek pottery vibes. Amazing work.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@desertegle40cal]

BRO!! The dude is a friggin MASTER!! Made a vase out of a root ball! Seriously!! Like WOW!! 👍 👍 👍

[@desertegle40cal]

@gooHero I don’t get your post. Meaningless? The guy just showed us you can make a vase from one of the most difficult and often discarded pieces of a tree. In a world that is going to the crapper due to greedy and ignorant people tearing down trees and eating up our natural reassures, for a guy to be able to make a container out of something they aren’t normally made of, deserves praise.

[@brainscott8198]

No goofy music or words, just beautiful craftsmanship

[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

I would prefer words. Telling us what you are doing.

[@nmr3647]

We are truly made in God's image. We are creators and what a beautiful piece you created. God bless you for using your talent.

[@bludfyre]

I would love a coffee mug or cup like that!

[@madsfrederiktoft5808]

My late father would have loved this. He was a woodturner in large part of his life. Still have his workbench, tools and many of things he made in wood. Rest in peace father. Hopefully you have many hours in Heaven doing what you loved. Woodturning.

[@user-su1ez2lq6d]

Восхитительно! Вы превращаете неказистый корешок в настоящий шедевр! 😳 Моё почтение художнику! 🙏

[@lenelldevereux2284]

I was totally fascinated by your work…so lovely..so talented. Amazing outcome. Gorgeous

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@dennisraymond881]

You're absolutely right......Good evening how are you doing over there hope you're having a wonderful day, it's a lovely day that the lord has made.

[@accent67sprachmittler41]

A sick example of technical feasibility.

[@neonrust]

I'm glad that this hidden gem did not wind up in the fireplace...stunning , great work...both the vase and the video.

[@user-il3yu3xq8r]

Очень понравилось приспособление для удержания заготовки, при обработке внутренней поверхности. Очень продуманно.👍

[@Gems-of-Hope-Rocks]

David did you create the the 3 arm wheel or someone else?

[@silvanorose6841]

Üü1ü

[@user-pl1on5yu8n]

Мужик у тебя золотые руки!!! И чувство прекрасного у тебя тоже есть!

[@Frankincensedjb123]

It's been a long time, but I remember working on the lathe making tables, vases, foot stools, etc., all that cutting, gluing, sanding, etc. Very rewarding work. You do great work. Very nice.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@michaelb8245]

What a talent! That's amazing, from a sow's ear to a silk purse - it is possible after all!

[@atencao]

Knowing that a video like this got more than 6 millions views in less than 2 months makes me feel hope on humanity again. No catchy songs, no memes, no hate, no "regular" entertainment. no baits. Only pure art and gold to see.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😊

[@lynn437]

13M in 3 months!

[@ferrovic]

bro, you need to double that number 😂

[@Isabella-xh7ow]

Amen brotha

[@jesusishere2051]

Please turn your life to Jesus the rapture is about to take place any moment now bible says “no man comes to the farther but by me”we really don’t have a lot of time left so much bible prophecy has came to life it’s only a matter of time they is going to be hell on earth for 7 years if your left behind believe me you don’t want to be may God bless your soul and I hope you read this message with a open mind🙏❤️

[@gracegoodenough5895]

My dad used to have a lathe. My brother got into woodworking with it. His wife would suggest he make her a particular item (a simple, Ford-type item) and he'd present her with a Cadillac! A true artist!! 😊 I really enjoy watching these!

[@marzymarrz5172]

And that was a pretty homely root! Amazing piece.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@dwbiggly6907]

This gives me a greater appreciation for home made wood crafts !…the time, the patience

[@jasonbrown9846]

Happy 😅😊e

[@user-de2js6og2c]

Когда видишь как рождается этот шедевр, восторг от этого возрастает 👍👍👍

[@hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156]

As soon as I saw the absolute clusterf**k of roots on your thumbnail, I knew I had to watch. I was not let down. Beautiful work.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@kevinhaggerty9093]

I have been saving roots for a while knowing that I would be able to make something beautiful out of them but I never imagined what you have done thank you very much for adding another way to make simple raw trees into a beautiful piece of furniture

[@andrewbriggs6083]

You sir, must lay in bed dreaming about your work. The love and dedication you put into your creations is obvious for everyone to see. Beautiful, thank you for posting.

[@user-wh3fl7hl8u]

Прекрасно, фантастично, бесподобно! Браво майстру!

[@christosfassoulis4754]

Απίθανο χειροτεχημα Συγχαρητήρια

[@clio4219]

Красота! Какое великолепие! Так мало рукастых мужиков с фантазией и видением прекрасного.

[@mgbrio5439]

One man's firewood is another (craft)man's vase. Amazing craftsmanship. Was so satisfying to watch 💯

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jm7804]

What I love most of all is that you take a discarded piece of wood, not really fit for anything except burning, and turn it into an heirloom quality piece which will handed down through the generations. Hundreds of years from now people will still be enjoying your craftmanship.

[@ashwathraj5021]

I love seeing someone simp for firewood. happy comment haha

[@hanzoyamazaki2551]

Its wasnt only fit for otherwise he wouldnt be able to make a vase now would he?

[@jm7804]

The one constant on the internet is that every comment section is full of internet trolls who find themselves clever and amusing.

[@DarthTeaDious]

@@hanzoyamazaki2551 that was really nice of you to point that out. Someone expressing his appreciation just got knocked down to a Mr Obvious quote.

[@fear4343]

I'll give this one 12/10 troll points 🥰.. [not fit for anything] = quality piece

[@DarhaLB]

Beautiful work. No wonder some fine made things are so expensive. That was not only labor intensive but time consuming as well. Great job.

[@user-sz7st2mh1z]

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[@DarhaLB]

@@user-sz7st2mh1z ??? Huh 🤔

[@user-zr4ui9qz6q]

От из

[@DarhaLB]

@@user-zr4ui9qz6q ?? Sorry no translation on this

[@wischmopps293]

Finally someone doing stuff with wood and epoxy. That's so creative

[@bloodonthesnow]

The algorithm will not stop recommending me these epoxy videos. Thought this was gonna be about woodturning and then halfway - oh, of course, gotta fill this up with epoxy 🤦

[@ZapOKill]

sarcasm?

[@Stranger_1]

@@ZapOKill Whaaat? Sarcasm? No way man.

[@jb6712]

This is what I appreciate about the Internet; I'm a minimalist, don't like to own lots of "stuff," but I do enjoy looking at things. Beautiful items, such as this wonderfully done vase, are a real joy---and seeing it doesn't take up one atom of space in my home, and nobody can destroy it (hate going to museums because of so many undisciplined cretins visiting them anymore). I can come back to this video as many times as I want, and then move on to the next video of beautiful things. That is excellent work, sir, simply exquisite!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@AlmaBellaSolis]

Watching you work on that part of a tree into a wooden vase is indeed captivatingly beautiful, David!

[@terriecotham1567]

Well said

[@tonybaroud3511]

Hi I’m really impressed with your comment, if you don’t mind friendship please were are you from?

[@AlmaBellaSolis]

@@tonybaroud3511 I am from Massachusetts.

[@davidhiscock4529]

I remember the first time I saw a wood lathe in high school it was the first time I thought working with metal looked safer than wood. You have some serious skills man.

[@redneckr.c8760]

Obviously you have never seen a metal lathe

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@temicedeno1199]

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[@tonyguerich9854]

Oh man. I think I had a dentist when I was a kid who had a rotary drill like that. Triggered bad memory. But I did actually enjoy this video.

[@TheOneTrueSpLiT]

This is fascinating and beautiful - well worth 12 minutes of my life to watch and see a true master craftsman in action.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 🙂 Much appreciated

[@AntonioBertucciooo]

My grandma would have definitely buy one of those a few decades ago.

[@alexklenin3689]

Много мастерства, выдумки, фантазии и терпения!..👍👏

[@user-ih6ue2vr4u]

И ничего полезного

[@alexklenin3689]

@@user-ih6ue2vr4u Ваза красивая получилась.

[@user-ih6ue2vr4u]

@@alexklenin3689 красивая но бесполезная

[@alexklenin3689]

@@user-ih6ue2vr4u О вкусах не спорят. А мне понравился природный фантазийный рисунок, который получился в результате обработки.

[@user-ih6ue2vr4u]

@@alexklenin3689 да красиво ) но не практично !!

[@justicebrooks3517]

Absolutely stunning, from waste to treasure thanks.

[@morningstar5522]

Unbelievable Transformation 😮

[@kimberlykinkysweet1091]

Absolutely speechless, I am in awe of your work. My husband's days he's but me a piece of I could find out how to. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@What_do_say_think]

Beautiful. I love wood turning. Haven’t done it in years but some years ago me and my dad had a small wood shop and we experimented a bit with some turning, he would have loved this and I’m sure trying to do something similar if he were still here. One day, God willing, I will set up another shop and give this a try. Thank you for bringing back so many wonderful memories with my dad.

[@amarrokade6660]

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[@cynthiaquinn590]

I thought it was barbecue pork turning on a rotisserie at first lol

[@What_do_say_think]

@@cynthiaquinn590 Stop, you're making me hungry, lol

[@artbars9]

Удовольствие наблюдать за таким творчеством! Красиво и необычно!

[@mdridoymdridoy7572]

ক্সক্সক্স

[@mdridoymdridoy7572]

ক্সক্সক্সক্সক্সক্স

[@user-rh7tv7tl7n]

Совершенству нет предела - из этой неказистый коряги получился - шедевр... 👏😍😘👍💯

[@user-wl4qv7zv1y]

Красота неописуемая*, Молодец!!!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@user-uh7xf1xz8r]

Мастер , хороший инструмент, думающая голова, ну и руки. МОлодец.

[@victormzuniga116]

Hermosa pieza ,el proceso es magnífico mucha paciencia......lo felicito y mi admiración

[@maxscriptguru]

And much thanks to God who gave us trees in the first place too. Brilliant work Dave, brilliant work.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@iwanschroeter73]

What a beautiful creation! Respect!

[@janicesullivan8942]

It’s surprising how relaxing these videos are, love seeing the finished pieces.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@kimberlyberryhill8688]

I agree. I love watching a string of wood turning videos right before bed. 😁

[@tolentarpay5464]

Astounding! And that finish you mngd to put on it; MUSEUM QUALITY!

[@danawilkerson8527]

That circular jig is a work of art, what a genius device. I’ve blown out many pieces of burl before, but with the resins & a jig like that, I might have better luck. That’s a beautiful process, & an even more impressive finish.

[@Crazy_Diamond_75]

Honestly, i think these root/resin pieces are my favorites. They're so interesting to look at and soooo beautiful.

[@allanchurm]

thank you ..for allowing me to watch it being made..thank god there are people like you in the world

[@nicupantis3785]

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[@bbbrobo]

That's beautiful! A lot of work and some very specialized tools, but what a transformation! Well done.

[@xfirehurican]

5 🌟's. Skillful. Creative. Beautiful. Imaginitive. One of a kind.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@user-te4nh8ns7w]

Красота. Слов нет,удачи вам в жизни и работе.

[@user-zp1dm4gy7e]

Чашка из ЭКОКСИДНОЙ СМОЛЫ ? Ну , такое себе...

[@gray-stinger]

Действительно потрясающая работа, как пример того, что даже из совсем, на первый взгляд, неподходящего материала можно сделать произведение искусства!

[@zantawolf]

this video turned up on my laptop today. I'm home from work with a cold feeling low. It restored my spirits. Thanks.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@havoyatv]

craftsmanship! is the only thing that will make you passionately spend much design time on an item This is utterly phenomenal craftsmanship! Awesome!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@greigdrennan8381]

Outstanding work I have just got my wood lathe a week ago looking forward to trying some of your ideas I like thinking outside the box brilliant

[@alanmorris7669]

Even though the concept is different, this puts me in mind of my rock tumbler. My rocks start off rough and dull, but afterwards they come out smooth and shiny!

[@nydwarf1]

That's a rootin' tootin fine vase you made there!

[@wariogiovanna2883]

Not funny didn’t laugh

[@user-pc9vz6pf1i]

@@wariogiovanna2883 йй¹

[@user-pc9vz6pf1i]

Ххх

[@giuseppedonofrio7491]

unbeliveable........strats with a root.....but after cooking become a good piece of wood.....this is the miracle

[@DavidsWoodturning]

I might have missed the cooking part 👨‍🍳

[@user-tb4tq5of4j]

Очень получилось красиво! Вы большой молодец!

[@jesusishere2051]

Please turn your life to Jesus the rapture is about to take place any moment now bible says “no man comes to the farther but by me”we really don’t have a lot of time left so much bible prophecy has came to life it’s only a matter of time they is going to be hell on earth for 7 years if your left behind believe me you don’t want to be may God bless your soul and I hope you read this message with a open mind🙏❤️

[@marionholtzmann6872]

Beautifully done, I love wood, one of natures best products!

[@williamjames9515]

Another bowl or vase. Just what the world needs!

[@AlgidAlchemy]

I was thinking "Hm interesting color choices, let's see how that turns out" - didn't expect it to fully mix into a brownish color to match like that! Awesome work

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Neither do i 😀 hoped to see some colour separation but heey. Next time

[@AlgidAlchemy]

@@DavidsWoodturning still looks awesome!! 🤙

[@keithalan1]

Have y'all ever wondered who the first person was to say " I want to spin a log as fast as I can and stick a chisel in it"? Beautiful work!!

[@ptah31]

The first guy that made a wooden bowl by hand.

[@miraldoramos1280]

@@ptah31 . .

[@nomaam-br549]

Probably a German or Austrian, they're some ingenious phuckers.

[@user-cr8jh1gd8m]

@@ptah31 ㆍ,

[@joshwalund9863]

I believe that was Woody McChiselstumps, the 3rd.

[@paulocosme3536]

Muito lindo! Parabéns.

[@TheOriginalDJMoses]

One of the only videos in years that actually the title is correct it really is a work of beauty! Bravo!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@winniewiggins3518]

This is just stunning! It was something to watch you create this piece of art. You are truly an artist to be able to look at that humble root and see that gorgeous, finished one-of-a-kind vase. Incredible!!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@joelex7966]

It started out on the burn pile and it became a thing of beauty. Great job!

[@americancastles]

What a great talent! glad you were able to film the process and inspire generations to come.

[@borkair6581]

operating a lathe is not talent

[@jimreilly6933]

Everyone is unique ! That is the majic of it all, Brilliant job young man.

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@hghspdlwdrg]

Love the skateboard wheel jig!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@elainstill1671]

Wow, that's beautiful. An artist indeed!

[@menkedejong9968]

Just amazing this transformation, from a rough piece of wood to such a beautiful vase. This is real art!

[@amigo8872]

Incrível ... trabalho de mestre

[@SusanZiegler]

Stunning!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you! 😊

[@REPSDirect]

Super labor-intensive and beautiful craftsmanship.

[@safffff1000]

For the lathe

[@shalomsister]

Amen I totally agree! One of a kind beauty created out of something most people would toss or burn. Very beautiful!

[@vangiefich]

That is gorgeous! I love the wood-redin combination!

[@mobus1603]

Resin?

[@odenwaldquelle8228]

Resin and wood the tiled table of our time!

[@a.a.p3254]

Now that’s IMPRESSIVE! Wow Amazing ! 🇨🇦

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ianwilson5205]

Not just an amazing talent, but the vision to see the finished article from what others might consider as waste. That is a real gift abd thank you for sharing!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@user-ve3ev2ds8v]

У мастера золотые руки. Красота.

[@carlschram2957]

I like that rollerblade wheel stabilizing ring thing you made

[@roobypilotodefuga5254]

QUÃO ARTISTA PLÁSTICO E MESTRE DA ARTE NA MADEIRA!!! 10!!!! PARABÉNS DE SEU FÃ AQUI DE IRAUÇÚBA-CEARÁ-BRASIL!!!!!😇😇💟💟💟💘💕💞💓🧠🧠🧠🧠✍✍✍✍✍🙏✍✍✍✍✍✍🧠👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@wilmenkeiko]

Without words, so beautiful!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙇🏻‍♀️

[@user-uo3tw2bq2t]

Это просто великолепная работа, однозначно лайк👍

[@rameshchavan4955]

,👌☝️

[@kingbeastu]

i didn't know they added ressin... i thought it was fully wood. Fascinating

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@mike1024.]

Absolutely stunning. I'd like to see some shots with a light shining from inside also!

[@greyman1k]

Very impressive. True craftsmanship and artistry.

[@davetv4705]

This is absolutely amazing! It is built to last for generations.

[@GazSAY321]

Until in the future when some young person with no taste or eye for value and beauty is cleaning out their recently passed great grandma's house and thinks it's ugly and just tosses it into the dumpster in the driveway. Yeah. True story. It was a hand-blown glass vase. Fortunately, I was the neighbor who noticed and was allowed to retrieve it. I gave it to one of her great nieces with whom we are acquainted. This is wooden vase is a gorgeous piece of work. He has an eye for hidden beauty like a sculptor.

[@suzannebauer6234]

I've never seen anyone use a stabilizer before when wood turning! Great idea!

[@ChristianBurkart]

You, sir, may have the most satisfying job in the world!

[@DavidsWoodturning]

Thank you 😀

[@aavadb2884]

Now when I see one, I will know the value of the art and the effort… 👍