Woodturning Rotted Root with Incredible Grain.

[@squareandlevel]

Woodturning with roots is without a doubt my favorite material to create with. Every piece is very unique with the wood grain going in every direction. I picked up a large root ball for free from Offer up a few months back. It had been used as a decoration in someone’s garden and had been sitting out in the elements for years. It has lots of voids and rotted spots in it, so before making something big I decided to cut a corner off of it and make a small box to see how the wood grain looked and if it would be worth my time to make something with the rest. After a bit of a design concept struggle, I was eventually very happy with how this piece turned out. This was my first time using Clean Armor UV finish. I am extremely impressed with the result. I was able to finish this piece with 4 coats in just a few hours. Including wet sanding and polishing. This process would have taken me 5+ days with a more conventional finish. The Clean Armor stays in its liquid form until cured with a UV light for roughly 5 minutes, and is then ready for the next coat. I will for sure be using this finish in the future. The Clean Armor is definitely far from low cost, but the time saving aspect is huge. Thank you to Super Clear Epoxy for providing the deep pour resin for this video. As always, thank you for watching. I hope you all have a wonderful day! Scott Please check the description for links to products and tools used in this video.

[@yvonnepagan9912]

You aced it! 😊❤️

[@regularguy1144]

I’ve been doing it for years and I say you have an amazing talent. Keep it up that box looks amazing.👍👍

[@abcxyz1557]

Sitting down for 15 min. and presketching a piece would probably be very helpful with the pairing issue you mentioned. It also allows you to compare several options before committing to nonreversible carving. I highly recommend 1/4in grid paper and a standard .7 mechanical pencil. It also improves your drawing ability, so you're leveling up 2 skills at once, lol. 😅

[@DonaCarney]

It "turned" out wonderful. And don't they say practice makes perfect ❤😊❤ Dona USA

[@levistroud]

I can't believe you call yourself a beginner! I love the message of learning from mistakes and continuing to try. The revision of the lid came out beautiful. Excellent work!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you so much!

[@unclelar53]

As a machinist/toolmaker for 52 years, I have made some pretty cool stuff, over those years. I have never been good at anything to do with wood, but have much admired those who are. It is truly an art form. Well done.

[@heybobmiller]

What impresses me most is how the masters see the shape in the wood before they make the first cut. That is artistry.

[@peter-sk9ig]

the second is nicer and the blue with the wood is fantastic - verry good

[@EyeCandyPigments]

MAAAAAN...I tell you what, you say that you are a beginner. I can only imagine what someone like myself would be. Excellent craftsmanship as always.

[@squareandlevel]

Took me almost 20 years to earn my master technician certifications. Figure I need to do this for at least a few years to get out of beginner status. Thanks for everything. Hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@FearsomeWarrior]

Many transferable skills combining. Art, sculpture and then mechanical, spatial visualization. Willingness to fail.

[@EyeCandyPigments]

@@squareandlevel I think you can leave that status behind now. ha Talk soon my friend.

[@karengilchrist9774]

That turned out beautifully! The lid was definitely too big, but the fix was perfect. Amazing finish too!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@Bamaman14k]

The piece turned out beautiful, I think it's got a lot of character. I love that touch of red. Thanks for taking the time to make the video, I'm shut in so I really enjoy watching. Thanks again, Jimmy

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to share. I hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@wurthit1239]

@@Bamaman14k if you don’t mind me asking, what does “shut in” mean?

[@trumpetbob15]

Loved the first attempt; not sure why, but I got a Halloween vibe from it. (Maybe from it looking like a witch's hat with it hanging over the sides.) Just glad when you changed your mind, that it didn't end up backfiring cause that wood is just lovely!

[@squareandlevel]

Agreed! I felt the same way with the Halloween vibe. Thanks for watching. I hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@Reziac]

Came out great. It was actually interesting with the oversize lid, but the final is a perfect fit. Very nice.

[@WilliamBurton-uc8yc]

Stunning, you are truly an artist.

[@AmyAnderson-fields]

It may help to try fitting the pieces as you are turning them, to ensure they work together before you go to the trouble of sanding and finishing. This turned out lovely.

[@ej558]

Started watching for shop infrastructure… now so glad to continue watching turning videos…. Absolutely beautiful work there.

[@squareandlevel]

Awesome, thank you!

[@lauravongraszouw9809]

If I may say so, even your mistakes are BEAUTIFUL!!!! ❤❤❤ Laura from South Africa

[@RobBrandtWoodturning]

The bowl looks great and I love your video. I am undecided about the lid finial however, it looks a little large on camera for my taste but I tend to go the other way and make them too flimsy. Keep well, Rob

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks Rob. This was my first attempt on making a lid finial like this and I agree it may be on the large side. I’ll keep practicing and will improve with time. Thanks for watching. I hope you have a great day. Scott

[@RobBrandtWoodturning]

@@squareandlevel I haven’t made one yet so you are ahead of me.

[@rockybosarge]

The bowl and lid turned out perfect. I am a newbie to turning wood. So, I try to gain knowledge in turning and really appreciate you sharing your talent. Thank you.

[@squareandlevel]

You are welcome, and thank you for watching and leaving a comment. It is much appreciated. Hope you have a great day! Scott

[@yvonnepagan9912]

You’re very good at what you do, sir. Keep experimenting and don’t think of each piece as a success or failure, just an object with a character all it’s own! I wondered where the yellow and red disappeared to. Maybe stick to just one colour. But a beautiful piece of art for all your hard work! Who’d have ever thought that chunk of wood could turn into something so magical!?!?! Just lovely!❤

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@lorainenatalino5534]

The first result was nice…but the remake is beautiful…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!

[@ThomasGates-y4h]

I thought it was ingenious, making the pivot for your bandsaw and your cradle also for your bandsaw. Your craftsmanship is very good and I think that you’re right about the lid but also wrong. You never know what the buyer is gonna want. I also am a beginner in this. I’ve been doing it five years, I appreciate your input.

[@lyndaowen2154]

I really liked the oversize lid! The design and colors just gorgeous to me. I guess I'll continue watching to see what happens with the lid.

[@79Firegirl]

I love the end result. The lid is in the end perfectly in proportion with the bowl.. and those colors are working perfectly with that beautiful wood. great job 👌

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much. Hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@sylhayes8152]

So clean and organised. Impressive. Normal speed...I love it!

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@BearhawkStudio]

Excellent Work Scott! The risky re-turn on the lid turned out great, and the finished product looks amazing as always.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you sir!

[@FLATSWISS]

Brother, what an amazing piece of art, totally impressed… peace and love on the plane bro

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! Appreciate the positive vibes. Hope you have a great day. Scott

[@FLATSWISS]

@@squareandlevel Scott, thank you for your acknowledgment & pleasant response… look forward to your next piece of art…peace

[@lyndaowen2154]

I really liked the oversize lid! The design and colors just gorgeous to me. I guess I'll continue watching to see what happens with the lid. Still beautiful. Fantastic job!

[@jamiemitchell5132]

Hello nice video to watch first time I have seen that resin type really set it of but I was so glad you reduced the lid it finished it of I found that chisel I asked you about but being in the UK it's going to cost a load O well I will wait till your next video Thanks Jamie

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you so much 😊

[@coolabahwoodworking]

Holy moly great video! The project turned out amazing. Looks like a million bucks

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks Tom. Appreciate the feedback. Have a good day mate. Scott

[@TheScubaboy56]

Much better after you resized the lid. Beautiful piece of turning there. ❤

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks!

[@davidboettcher4367]

The end result was beautiful! Fantastic job! 😊

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@kevinpecorelli3020]

Beautiful work of art. The size, shape and finish are perfect.👍🏻

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@kevinpecorelli3020]

@@squareandlevel how do you get the gloss finish? Do you buff it after curing with the UV? I’m blown away by that finish. I use multiple coats of spray lacquer then buff which is very time consuming.

[@squareandlevel]

This was my first time using this finish so I still need to work on the application technique, but it was really easy. I am very impressed. I did wet sand and buff the bowl part. But I kinda got it figured out by the second attempt on the lid. I applied 4 coats and only buffed it after final coat cured. It was very easy. I think the foam brush applicator worked best moving very slowly. I wish my lathe would spin slower, I think it would make it even easier to apply. Maybe I need to buy a lathe made in this century. 🤣. Hope that info helps. I will be using this type of finish moving forward without a doubt. It’s pricey, but the time it saves makes it worth it to me personally. Scott

[@kevinpecorelli3020]

@@squareandlevel awesome. Thank you for sharing

[@nicisowter203]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 Gorgeous piece!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@carolineecou]

Nice work. The lid change did improve it. Never be afraid to make a change; you are stretching, and sometimes that doesn't work out. Always interesting to see the process.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! I totally agree. Even if it doesn’t work out, hopefully some knowledge was gained. Thank you for watching, have a wonderful day! Scott

[@MikeHolton]

Beautiful work Scott, getting the right proportions the can be tricky, like you said, it just takes practice.

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks Mike. I’ll get it eventually. Have an excellent day sir. Scott

[@stlwoodworking]

Man that is nice. You for sure saved the lid. Well done.

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks!

[@maryrichmond]

The bowl and lid are absolutely beautiful.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@maryrichmond]

@@squareandlevel You’re very welcome.

[@frankburnouf8686]

Awesome Scott thanks for sharing this.that is the "ultimate turning a sow's ear into a silk purse"!!😮

[@squareandlevel]

🤣🤣thank you. Have a great day sir. Scott

[@mdaley3102]

Absolutely beautiful. You are no beginner, you are an artist.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you so much!

[@yall2743]

Everytime I start watching, I can never guess how it's going to turn out. I was expecting to see the gold somewhere but no..anyhu, it's a really beautiful peace.

[@nansihemming968]

Realy liked this finished piece. Unfortunately the music annoyed me enough to make me skip to the end. I watch turning videos for turning and music videos for music. Keep on turning wood into art. Loved the UV in this piece.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you for sharing your opinion. Hope you have a great day!

[@feckneddy]

I liked the big lid ..it would look good in an RPG or fantasy film .

[@eddydierckx]

the lid gave it great power !!

[@c.a.chambers68]

To be honest I liked it both ways - the lid is really nice and looked great big or smaller. I like hearing an artists voice as they go along so never apologise for interrupting a video I kind of wish you’d do it more. Thanks for your honesty in your feeling but I wouldn’t be disappointed with yourself like I said I liked the lid both ways 👍🏻😍

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you so much! Hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@carpetdr13]

Hey we started somewhere and I think it looks great. Love what you do on the channel so keep it up.

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks! Will do!

[@AlanHiatt]

You did a beautiful job.

[@ctfddftba]

Love the finished piece! I think part of the proportion issues stem from all three blanks you made being the same height

[@squareandlevel]

You may be right. Thanks for watching. Hope you have a great day. Scott

[@FRBPturning]

Beautiful piece. I need to try something like this soon.

[@jayscott306]

That was it, the second time. Love the final form. If there is one thing that I have learned from Richard Raffan is to try to keep chucking points in the final piece. Saved my bacon so many times. Recently had a piece I wasn't sure I loved, went away on vacation and came back knowing it needed to be turned down. A lot of work went into it, but I'm happier with it now. Great video, as always.

[@squareandlevel]

Very good point. Thanks for watching. Hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@kenbrewer2322]

Man that turned out really awesome good job keep up the good amazing work

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks, will do! Have a great day!

[@loverslanelodge]

Oh my gosh i love it just the way it was!

[@gerauldvellabrincat6241]

Your a beginner? Looks pretty top class professional to me. Looks great.

[@davidwinch7997]

A beautiful result with expert crafting. You should be so proud of yourself. Would love to hear more voice-over from you describing the various steps and the products you used. Thank you so much for sharing. Kind regards, Dave, Beachmere, Queensland, Australia

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks Dave. I try and write pretty good video descriptions regarding materials and tools used. I’m enjoying learning about the filming and editing aspect too much to ruin it with a poorly executed voice over ( it’s harder than most people think) .Regardless, thank you for your kind words and sharing your opinion. I hope you have a wonderful day! Scott

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much I really really enjoyed watching you create this absolutely and utterly gorgeous lidded bowl. And 😮 WOW 😮 WOW 😮WOW 😮 if you’re a beginner then there’s absolutely no hope for me whatsoever!!!!!!!! I really really think that this is a Masterpiece and truly breathtakingly gorgeous too.

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks so much 😊

[@supaveethana4984]

The remake is very nice and perfect.

[@johnbrereton4756]

Brilliant.... You never let me down.

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks! Hope you have a wonderful day. Scott

[@donnaklingensmith8115]

You persevered and saved your beautiful box. Good for you. Keep on practicing

[@shirleychavez2758]

Absolutely beautiful. One of my favorites.

[@cherylreel7207]

Fantastic work❤!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😄

[@ramonagerber317]

Really like the design.

[@pederstafvenhed5552]

You are doing good and intresting things. Jeep up the good work👍

[@kathleenjenkin5241]

There were no mistakes only learning experiences. Brilliant work. Love watching it come together. Love the piece.

[@auntkaren12]

beautiful

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@scottfonner]

Excellent video production and a fine finished result.

[@davidgardiner3386]

Awesome dude you got skills dude

[@sandraneale128]

Well done! Absolutely brilliant!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@williamdawson3353]

Turned out really nice.

[@ledsteffan]

Great save!!

[@farhatdeen4970]

Love the box ❤ though I loved the first arabesque lid as well👌🏻

[@stevekrupa6209]

Absolutely beautiful work!!!

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks!

[@mariamartin2196]

Your work is absolutely incredible! I can’t wait to see what else you create and how you grow as a woodturner. Also I’m not sure if you have heard of Sprague Woodturning, he’s another wood and resin/epoxy creator on KZbin. His videos are super informative and full of great tips. Keep up the amazing work!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@carmenmarreropagan7737]

When you got it, you got it I Love it it's so beautiful. BLESS your hands WOW what a talent you have. ❤️🥰🇵🇷🙏 FROM PUERTO RICO

[@Gus0046]

Muy bonito y muy bien hecho. Te felicito 👏👏😉

[@dia-mariewikner1739]

I thought it was cute with the bigger lid, mushroom like :)

[@sweetgrandmaadeline5994]

This is BEAUTIFUL 😘❤️

[@matthewjohnston1400]

The new lid was a great improvement. Beautiful job.

[@John-yy3hh]

Well recovered

[@MrPod15]

There you go buddy, you may be a beginner, but you have proved you are officially a craftsman! We have all doubted ourselves even professionally. The difference is knowing how to resolve situations and learning from it. Best of luck, you get another LIKE!

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks 👍

[@andrewallason4530]

Wow. Looks like you’re ready for trick-or-treaters. Just bung a few lollies in the jar and she’s apples, mate. Looks amazing.

[@dennishedrick5108]

Gorgeous

[@dougscott9524]

The 2nd time is a charm, BEAUTIFUL

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!

[@davidpickens3117]

That is one AMAZING,AWESOME AND BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF WORK. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!👍

[@tompuskar4426]

Beautiful piece! Nice save!

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@WaynePenix]

Beautiful

[@jimbrock8928]

I liked it both ways thanks

[@thenorthernwoodhouse5015]

absolute brilliant love it well done buddy 👌👌👌👌

[@deborahackroyd1036]

Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

BEAUTIFULLY DONE 😻👏🏻🥰‼️

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!! 😊

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

@@squareandlevel … You’re welcome 😊!

[@alancole6912]

Much nicer. Great work.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you very much!

[@AuditRecon]

That sure was a fine looking mistake. Absolutely beautiful. Great job with the colors.

[@joanedwards9380]

I think it's beautiful ❤️

[@jamessurrarrer1026]

Very nice piece

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!

[@bradleyhall4142]

I love it!

[@clarenceatkinson250]

just WOW thanks

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks!

[@julienelson9095]

Sooo beautiful! Wow.

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@danwahl8559]

Very beautiful, well done sir.

[@jacquejecker4435]

I liked it either way.

[@Renovion]

very pretty

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you! 😊

[@bonitagoodwin5086]

The Pic u have showing before starting work on the root looks like a little running puppy 🐶

[@ralphgraler4223]

The first hit looked like a extraterristrel pumpkin with hat... 😂 Second hit is mindblowing... and it's all in german colours: black, red, gold... thanks therefore!!! Well done!!! 🎩👍👍🇩🇪

[@sarathecat7163]

Очень красиво❤

[@squareandlevel]

Thank you!

[@markhall1510]

Nice recovery!!

[@squareandlevel]

Thanks!