Woodturning - The Walnut Shell Laughing Faces Hollow Form

Woodturning - In this video I fill walnut shells with Forever Glow pigment and then cast them in Designer Epoxys new color pigment blood. I then combine them two awesome maple burl rough outs to make one of the most interesting hollow forms that I've made to date! Please like and share, thanks!
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[@user-ze6zl1jb6f]

Absolutely stunning mate..well done..love your stuff..always inspiring me. Update on the new lathe..i have now bought a steady rest, the coring jig, a hollowing rig and a shed load of carbide tools. For the love of god, don't ever meet my wife!!!.....🤣🤣

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That’s funny, haha! Thank you very much!

[@siph2o]

You're not the only one that's followed Jim's recommendations for turning tools. Between the Oneway vacuum chuck system and coring system and a couple of the Hunter tools he's recommended, I think I could have bought a new truck. The good news is, they all work as advertised and were worth the investment, but Jim better not meet my wife either.

[@alainnoel_tourneur]

Another incredible trip in the land of epoxy!!! Have you found an alternative to the OneWay laser pens that keep breaking?

[@alainnoel_tourneur]

Designer epoxy

[@BeautifulDesignWithKaren]

Designer Epoxy!

[@judithfairchild8620]

T he cut face of the walnut looks like the Grinch 😁

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Totally! Wish I would of thought of that name. Might be copyright now that I think of it, lol. Thanks

[@jackiebuttnor8410]

I was just going to say that. I love it!

[@amandakelley8314]

Exactly what I said 😂

[@amandakelley8314]

Next time maybe cast in green, red..etc .. Christmas colors... A Grinch bowl ? .. Lol

[@amandakelley8314]

It's beautiful

[@leisongivangomo4478]

You have outdone yourself on this one Jim! Those black walnuts make an impact with that burl! SUPER AWESOME!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@NOLAdee]

Replay. Note to self-don’t make appointments on premier days. Such a creative use of material. Love the end product! Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Great idea!! Thanks

[@jasoneyre3424]

The top looks like a classic beehive. Beautiful work 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@AuroraN.]

I really love the walnut shell faces. I really like all the ones you've done with shells and pinecones and so on. I feel like they have more character because of the way you see them differently (walnut shell "faces," pinecone "flowers," etc.). Such a beautiful piece this week!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@danawrigleywalkingstickand5677]

Definitely one of the wildest pieces you've done. Been anxiously awaiting this since you posted the teaser the other day, and as always it was well worth the wait. The nuts kind of look like individual pictures from a CAT scan showing different levels through the skull.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Absolutely, thanks!

[@mookinbabysealfurmittens]

Omg right? I thought the same thing about the CT! I named the "creepy" face Creepio, and those are his CT results. ^_^ ...But couldn't comment for some reason. idk if today's comment mentioning it actually posted.

[@lindaroshdy7541]

I have never watched wood turning before and this has absolutely mesmerized me. It's like watching magic and I will definitely be back for more. Greetings from the UK

[@patriciamathis7042]

Oh boy, every week I have a new favorite piece. The new red is just beautiful. The grain on the top makes it look south western.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@StevenLVE9SY]

Love it. It goes from the Grinch, to laughing trolls then brain scans from an MRI! Great piece!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@barry.w.christie]

The burls are just stunning and the walnut shells are amazing natural forms ... the combination of the two together is just fantastic 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mookinbabysealfurmittens]

Right? What a pairing of two gorgeous burls, and then the walnut sections, and the resin bringing it all together - with a little extra zazz via colour, glow, & sprinkles! And that narrow collar piece is such a beautiful piece made with exemplary skill! (I hope I'm using that word right. Brain fog!)

[@adelegalpin5353]

Really love that Jim… the colour is really . Those happy faces ❤️❤️

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@raymondperez4447]

Bravo! This is a masterpiece! There is one face that looks just like The Grinch.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@dianeberthiaume6025]

Jim this is awesome! Doing those casting often don't go as plan, but resolution is always an opportunity to take the "design" a step further, and this is week project is certainly showing that! I LOVE it! Have a great week! 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much! You too!

[@scottwebster8104]

Amazing hollowform. Yet another project that you have hit out of the park! I really don't know how you manage to consistently keep 'one upping' yourself... but I'm sure all your subscribers and viewers alike are glad that you do. Have a great weekend Jim 👍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@alanbrackett4230]

LOVE THE HOLLOW FORM, GREAT COLORS, WALNUT SHELLS ADD GREAT INTEREST

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@AGRIV8TD1963]

Excellent!!! I Love the growth rings!😅

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too! Thanks

[@theresaa.5043]

Sweetness! That is a super cool hollow form. Love the faces, the look of the wood and the surprise with the glow in the dark bits. Super fun, unique piece!❤

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks a bunch!

[@texanasimmons1761]

OMG, OMG, OMG, Jim!! This turned out absolutely magnificent!! You have created a truly beautiful piece of ARTWORK!! You should be very proud of this piece!! Thank you for taking us along on this journey!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@ifly65]

Its hard to disagree but I laugh every time you say this is my best piece. Great job Jim!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much! 😂

[@JSGWoodworking]

Very nice I really like how the shells looked like the Grinch smiling. Great job. Designer Epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bigboy9706]

Turned out awesome. Those Faces make it look cool. Have a wonderful and blessed weekend until next week.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! You too!

[@lindasnow3960]

I agree about the look of the cut walnut looking like the Grinch 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ronnielloyd4514]

Looks like either the Grinch or the Joker. Very nice work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@markhall1510]

The Walnut shells turned out awesome, love the effect!!!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@wesleylogan8860]

Just another fantastically creative piece. There are a couple of those faces that look like the Grinch.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Ha ha! Thanks 😊

[@petenelson7273]

I agree the fades look like the grinch. Interesting idea. Very cool. 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks

[@keithmiller9494]

Designer Epoxy Nice hollow form. I like the use of the walnuts.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Cool, thanks!

[@coleenzartman7748]

The hollow form is one of my favorites and the black light effect was amazing. Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@dw6150]

I cried seeing you throw away the black walnut meat. Love it for cakes

[@SpragueWoodturning]

These nuts aren’t cooked. Don’t think you would of liked it, lol. Thanks

[@ellengraham4677]

Jim that is AWESOME,the burls are stunning, it's a piece that would look wonderful in a Tuscan kitchen.😘😘 Jim I hope and pray that the fires in Canada will soon be under control and that you and yours are safe,the devastation is truly awful.sending love and prayers to canada.🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I hope so too! Thanks

[@stephanielovatt2787]

Yes! This hollow form is as Cool as I thought it would be! Keep up the good work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks! Will do!

[@candacedowney813]

Designer Epoxy. I love the faces in the shells they remind me of a Tim Burton film

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ronlucas4019]

I really enjoy seeing how you work through pouring issues. It’s not as simple as you make it look. Wonderful project. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@tombartolomei4398]

My favorite of all your Hollow Forms!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@Buttermilk3696]

Once again Designer Epoxy, Waterlox, Hunter Tools and talented and experienced hands have created an over the top masterpiece!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thank you!

[@dickgrover14]

Jim, I like this piece. I like the way the Designer Epoxy set off the walnut shells to be smiley faces. Thank you for going outside the box

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching

[@kathyoneal2478]

Beautiful finish. Definitely see the "cat scans' and "grinches". Love everything. Keep the videos coming.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Will do!

[@LiviyaLeigh]

This is absolutely my favorite project ever. It's fantastic! I love everything about it. Even the little piece of rice

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@BilllHoffman]

You are very talented Jim.Beautiful workmanship.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jacquelynkuszak4776]

Designer epoxy. Beautiful hollowform! Nice job.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@allyfrost]

I am so glad to see you playing with those walnut faces again. Spectacular!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@vickyj2109]

This vase is beautiful! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much 😊

[@alanneel2749]

Wow! The contrast in the top and bottom are just great and the other is nuts!! And of course we love that Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@randyfritchman2867]

Love the two different burl grains.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@peterhobson3262]

That's a very nice hollow form, the walnut shells make it unique. I was particularly impressed with how the resin with resin pieces blended with the red resin to eliminate any witness line.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Me too! Thanks!

[@ginrobi01]

What an incredible piece! The way it came together makes it a conversation piece and I am so impressed with the Designer Epoxy and all it can do.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome, thank you!

[@LSK77_]

My word Jim that was incredible to watch, loving the walnut faces 😍

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@keshnapentorn5211]

That is beautiful!!! I love the black walnut shells! Designer apoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@nataliesaint7369]

I love the little grinch faces 😂 the contrast between the wood and the resin is amazing and I especially love the green specs of glow in the dark above the purple. Amazing work

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@maryweimer746]

I absolutely love those laughing faces! It makes me feel good. We all need a little good feeling. Those black walnuts really make that a beautiful piece. I also love the red in it. It's beautiful!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@trurex007lee7]

Very challenging and successful project. Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andyrockwell8765]

Another awesome design! My wife and I really enjoy your work!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@dalebrittenham1823]

Another challenging project with great results..... Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@stevewhite8161]

These are going to look so cool in Designer Epoxy. Way to go Jim, another creative project

[@judithfairchild8620]

I like the whimsy of the difference in the faces. A really fun bowl.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@bennycolburn1341]

That's the prettiest piece that I think you've done

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@brendadriver2702]

Love the faces and that burl is amazing! Thanks once again for sharing your talent!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks again!

[@thomasbaird1316]

Cool faces with the walnuts beautiful hollow form Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@brianbarnes1362]

I love it. I can't get over how the smiling faces look exactly like the grinch.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@LoisHubbard]

This one is very very cool. What a good idea - you obviously put so much time and effort into placing those walnut shells individually and then sealing them with the UV resin but the results speak for themselves. Thanks for sharing - all the best!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks for watching!

[@walshjp17]

Another spectacular project, Jim. I like the Designer Epoxy "feature ring" with the walnuts. Some of the facial features remind me of Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice character.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes, totally! Thanks

[@dallashensley5488]

Outstanding work. Your imagination and work arounds have no bounds.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@laurazakrzewski]

That is pretty cool Jim. Glow in the dark was an added bonus!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@rangolizard2006]

boy that designer epoxy is awesome stuff

[@SpragueWoodturning]

It really is! Thanks

[@GregCrumbliss]

Beautiful turning. I love those rings on that top burl. As always, amazing work Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@mdeysenroth]

I am always finding half walnut shells that squirrels bury in my garden. I always think they resemble owl faces. Yours look like the Grinch to me! Very fun piece.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@flatflo]

Those burls are incredible together!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@sarahday5861]

Very nice. The walnut shells are a lot of fun.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes they are! Thank you very much!

[@canadan350]

Man, that's a lot of prep, but was it ever worth it. What a gorgeous piece. And you're absolutely right about the chatoyance.....spectacular! At the risk of sounding redundant, I don't think there's one of your videos that hasn't provided with a tip or good idea. Thanks.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@c.a.chambers68]

This is such a fun piece i love the grinch faces - the glow in there is cool too - glad you put the little pieces in there too add to it as well - such interest one piece

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@danielrivard9335]

Bonjour once more, Jim. Another beauty, love how the walnuts turned out and the match of the two burls…

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@deanjohnston3466]

Love the difference in the burls. Great piece Jim.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mfelton7041]

Beautiful wood and fascinating band. Good luck with the rain.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@hughj776]

Incredible effort put into that piece. Looks fantastic. Some of those walnut pieces look like the grinch! Great video. Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dkokel]

Very cool looks with the colors in the Designer Epoxy. Definitely a creative and unique piece of art!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@DH-lq6lf]

That could have be a Halloween Bowl with the right colors . Great project.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

I think so too! Thanks

[@debbieflaherty1975]

The little things you’re pointing out are just “Perfect Imperfections”. That rice might just make that piece even more valuable!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks so much 😊

[@jodycharbonneau4915]

Phenomenal job Jim!! PmWe are raying for Firefighters, People of Canada for relief and better days ahead. God Bless You!❤🙏

[@jodycharbonneau4915]

Oops edit....we are praying

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@lissa2of8]

this hollowform is beautiful, eclectic, fun! the burls are exquisite! and i like the faces! great art again!!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@rickgibson7876]

Great piece Jim. Actually gave this one a thumbs up which I don't do often as it seems with the algorithms the more thumbs up the more commercials for stuff I don't want or need.

[@AmbrosiaR]

Isn't nature awesome?! Love the burls and walnut shells! The red resin is a nice compliment to them as well.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jenniferlewis9864]

💜🩵 so cool. Love the glow in the dark and broken pieces you put in

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@AndiWilliams]

I agree, several of those faces reminded me of The Grinch. Love this piece, Jim. The glow in the dark chips were a neat surprise!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@thomasbarnhard8855]

Love the look. Beautiful and whimsical. Love the grain patterns

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you so much!

[@philvale5724]

Hi Jim, What a great looking 👀 peace of Art, That was a lot of monkeying around 😂 you have got to face 😂it, that took some work. I look’s amazing 🤩, 😂. I look 👀 forward to seeing your next project, I did hear 👂 about the fires up in Canada, from a couple that has got a small holding in the USA , they could not go out side for long, as for a lot of smoke 💨, I hope you are all keeping safe and well, Phil from the moulin France.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

All good here. Thank you very much!

[@DavidKing-py9dt]

If it was green it definitely would look like the grinch. Beautiful designer epoxy.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes! Thank you!

[@skipflorey2511]

Jim, it is an interesting design with “creepy” faces. Good recovery on the casting. Really excellent shine! Awesome hollow form👍 Designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@wendylord1284]

I came in late, will go back and watch the beginning after this is over, already looks like I missed some fun.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Yes you did, lol. Thanks

[@susanbaker8023]

Stunning piece. I love the shells. I also like the blood red color. 😊

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@jeanlong4285]

Wow Jim, this hollow form is amazing. I love the way the walnuts have their little faces looking out. I absolutely love this.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@elisecoxhell4139]

VERY cool indeed! I agree with another commenter that each walnut shell looks like a slice of a brain scan, which I think works perfectly with the scary faces, the colour scheme, and the general theme. And the burl is truly stunning! Thanks Jim, this was a really fun watch!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@trygv.b.155]

Very cool piece. I hope you all get that rain you need! Designer Epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

We did! Thanks.

[@jimwickstead2338]

That vase is remarkable! Great work.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@ChubbyMcVay]

This had to be one of my favorites.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@celiacomeau1]

love those walnut shells... so neat looking with the faces... some of them look like Grinch smiling faces... LOVE love love it... good save with the second resin pour ... almost looks like you meant to do it...

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@tracymakovec3301]

A very unique and cool hollow form!! designer epoxy

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@robertwells1650]

Awesome looking piece Jim! Love those laughing walnut pieces even though they were a lot of work. I was on edge as you were cleaning up the inside. Thank goodness it all held together. Cheers

[@SpragueWoodturning]

You and me both! Thanks

[@bradedwards916]

Another work of art! Hava Goodun Jim!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thanks, you too!

[@timemmel5129]

Outstanding as always. I think it is a close second of all the videos I have seen.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Wow, thanks!

[@galinasafonova9163]

Оригинальная ваза! Очень красиво!)))))

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@sg2squared]

Amazing, fabulous piece - so very cool. What a huge amount of work but it paid off brilliantly. Love the new Blood Red colour. Another stunning piece and a really interesting video. Stay safe

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!

[@madamfussybritches9630]

Very cool!!! I love the way the walnut shells create a sort of rotoscope effect.

[@SpragueWoodturning]

Thank you very much!