Woodturning - Winged Bowl

[@NobbyRon]

It turned out to be a nice piece again Phil 👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You had you doubts though, right Ron? Me too! LOL! Glad you like it, thank you! Phil

[@cortlandhunt4721]

Another beautiful piece Phil. 👍🇺🇸

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Cortland in the US! Phil

[@Leefywood]

Another absolutely awesome piece Phil. Thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you, Wayne, much appreciated! Phil

[@MikeWaldt]

Another stunning example of your skills Phil. Great video my friend Cheers Mike

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Your words are so encouraging, Mike! Thank you very much, my friend! Phil

[@thomaskuzia8125]

Hi Phil, Well,,,,,,ya done Tuffy proud! I love these type of pieces!Soooooo natural looking and truly a one of a kind piece! Thanks for the video! Now I'm off to my infamous ice bucket! LOL Tom

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Tom! I'm with you, the more natural the better. Anxious to see the completed ice bucket. I know it has been quite the challenge up to now. Good luck with it! Phil

[@thomasklink3766]

Another silk purse from a sow's ear. Beautiful. You have a talent for seeing the beauty, and then bringing it to life.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

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

[@tomasarguinzoni9022]

Great job my friend 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🍻

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Tomas, take care my friend! Phil

[@donaldadams5342]

Hi Phil, it has to be said that a true piece of fine Artwork began to evolve from the first moment you began to put your gouge to the piece of spinning wood. You handled this piece of wood with great sensitivity for the word 'GO' & with such clarity id your commentary it was as though each person to view it was almost creating the piece under your direction. You are a Master of your Craft & I feel you could turn any piece of rubbish into a fine work of Art. It is truly beautiful in every way you look at it. Thanks for a beautiful 20 minutes as you brought this Masterpiece to life. Stay safe, keep turning & keep entertaining we mere mortals. Cheers, Don from South Aust.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you kindly, Don! 😊

[@1957Loyal]

Your wood work pieces are so unique! I love watching you create your pieces!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much! I love that you spend some of your time with me, Stephanie! 😊

[@davidrosowski3161]

Another good one Phil... each is truly unique.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, David, glad you like it! Phil

[@peterwatts5062]

Thanks Phil, as always a great piece. you have me looking at things closer

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you will consider pieces you may not have, Peter. There is so much fun in using what others might not. Thank you so much! Phil

[@scottpeterson5913]

Phil, you made a comment at 10:15 "what it feels like is just as important if not more important than what it looks like.". Totaly agree. I like hearing someone comment "that looks good" but I really enjoy when I here some say wow that feels nice. You made another winner!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

It's just so true isn't it, Scott! Something might look nice setting on a table but if you pick it up and it doesn't feel good, all of a sudden, it doesn't look so good, anymore. Thank you so much, Scott! Phil

[@pippin1ful]

Another very nice job, Phil. A lot going on there!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Richard! 😃

[@jeffstevens763]

Very nice Phil👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@BobbyGriffett]

Love it Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm glad, thanks, Bobby! 😊

[@Makerofbowls]

Wow Phil, you can take a sows ear and make it into a silk purse, very nice

[@julianclarke7178]

Wow Phil, another beauty, such a lovely piece of wood will now last a life time thanks to you. Thanks for sharing, and making Fridays that much better. Jules, Droitwich, England

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I think of it like that too, Jules. "Now last a life time." It's pretty cool when you think of them like that. Thank you, Jules! Phil

[@albertdawson6814]

Just going back and rewatching some great videos. I hope you are doing well Phil. Hope to see you next Thursday. Be good

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, you too, Albert! 😊

[@AndyPhillipWoodturning]

Cool piece as usual Phil 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Andy! Phil

[@kdonner775]

Phil, Wow.. I have to say I was very pleased to see the few extra camera angles you put into this one.. and the Bowl.. amazing.. I was trying from the beginning to see how it would turn out.. so much fun to watch it take shape. Keep turning my friend.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you for noticing, Kenny! I do try to be creative when I can remember to! LOL! So glad you watched and commented, my friend, thank you so much! Phil

[@mikenco]

Lovely piece that is Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm really happy you like it, Mikenco, thank you! Phil

[@andyc9460]

Nice piece of work mate, the bowl looks great.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you like it, Andy, thank you very much! Phil

[@wagWAGart]

great job as usual phil thank you

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So glad you like it, Wayne, thank you very much! Phil

[@Maggiewaggiemoo12]

Lovely. An accurate reproduction of the ‘just right’ bowl that Goldilocks ate from 😉

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Indeed! 😊

[@bing143bing]

I do like it Always enjoy watching

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad, Don, thank you, your comment makes me happy! Phil

[@huwdavies5264]

Hi Phil, That is awesome. I love the fact you leave imperfections, like saw marks, in so the wood's story is told. I've bought some Howards Feeding Wax and I love the finish it gives. Cheers, Huw

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so happy you are enjoying the Feed & Wax, Huw! And, I'm happy you like this one, thank you very much! Phil

[@oneshotme]

Looks great Phil and great turning Enjoyed your video and gave it a Thumbs Up

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Russell, I really appreciate that! Phil

[@tearemsturnings8750]

Very nice Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, TE T! Phil

[@tinaharbit1806]

I reversed the blades on my planer today and spent time planing some of the old wood I told you about several videos ago…have 3 projects I will cut out tomorrow! Love the spalting in that piece! Good job

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I miss using my planer and other tools, Tina. Just no room or time anymore. Sounds like you are keeping busy and likely having fun and FUN is what it's all about! 😊

[@tinaharbit1806]

I am for sure

[@ThePapa1947]

No question about it Phil I like it! Those black lines running through the piece look great. The bark and the hole are also wonderful features. Has a look of a natural landscape. A true piece of art. Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

That's a good way to put it, Gary, "natural landscape." I like that! I guess that's how I think about a lot of what I turn but could never quite put the words to it, but you did! Thank you, buddy! Phil

[@ThePapa1947]

Either way you nailed Phil! My offering for tomorrow might look like a Hurricane hit it to some..lol

[@victorjohnson9672]

Very Nice 👍🏿

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Victor! Phil

[@TheMessyStudio]

Odd piece for sure, buddy, but I like it! So much character one doesn't know where to look first. And again you make me grin with your quips and questions. Always a good show, my friend! Billy

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Buddy! I appreciate your comment and your sense of humor when I watch you, too! Phil

[@randyblackburn9765]

Always the spalted looks great , and you are right about being cautious to preserve the woods potential. I once cut a slab of fallen cherry from my Tennessee farm , careful to save slightly spalted burl , I cut a 6 inch piece of the burl for knife scales and later discovered that the 3 inch discarded piece had the most beautiful purple grain swirl . I could have kicked myself.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Isn't that the way it goes, Randy? Well, I bet your knife scales still looked great! Phil

[@randyblackburn9765]

Phil Anderson - Shady Acres Woodshop actually that cherry is gorgeous on my scales , very hard solid wood with tiger stripe grain ,5 coats of truoil make it a joy to behold.

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Great job 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, M V T! Phil

[@SiamWoodShop]

Just another great piece Phil. It never occured to me to mount the tailstock centre on a sawcur junction, I learn a bit more every day. You always amaze me.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, John, glad you like it! Phil

[@willmakeseverything3829]

Fantastic, the hole makes the piece for me. Definitely won't hold soup.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

HA! Thank you very much, Will! Phil

[@houstoncalhoun1177]

Oh, what a delicious little bowl! Love it that you're so "bark-aware", Phil.

[@mitchellmanning7887]

Very nice,, thanks for sharing

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Mitchell! Phil

[@mtstew1233]

I think this is my favorite turning of yours. Love seeing the wood in all its awesome form but still a bowl. Just a wonderful work of art Phil, very well done Sir...

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, thank you so much, mtstew123! I really appreciate you taking your time to watch and comment! Phil

[@rongollata5456]

HI PHil. I Just got to see this ome. ITs a beauty. THe shape just seems to jump out at your tools. great job.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ron, I appreciate your great comment! Phil

[@robertmiles388]

A beautiful piece

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Robert! Phil

[@roamingchemist2514]

Another nice bowl. I get inspired to see you find ways to mount these odd-shaped blanks. I have all kinds of triangular blocks sitting around that I haven't turned because the mental picture hasn't come yet. By the way, Beall makes drill-mounted cloth buffing balls - you might be able to use them for buffing these odd pieces. If you can use your sanding disks, you should be able to use the balls.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, David! Oh, dang, I always forget I have some buffing balls. They are not Beall but would probably work just fine. Thank you for the reminder. I will try to find them and put them some place obvious so I remember next time! Good tip! Phil

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

Very nice...My favorite kind of turning...thank's

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Me too, Steve, me too. Thank you! Phil

[@nathanchambers1006]

Nice piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thanks, Nathan, I appreciate it! Phil

[@dlawson716]

Great character in this piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@ernielaurent671]

I like it when you tell us what speed you are turning at.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Ernie! I know when I watch videos I appreciate knowing as much about the process as I can and I assume my viewers are the same way. Phil

[@AuntieRoma]

I’m here. Better late than never. 😉 I see what you mean. I do like it though. I like the live edges and holes. Makes it even more unique than an ordinary bowl. I haven’t noticed you putting your thumb on a piece before. Even though I know you won’t let yourself get hurt, it still made me nervous that you might. Another project completed for the art museum of, “ The Turning Adventures of Phil Anderson! “ 😅 MTFBWYA 🤗🌲 Roma ^ ^ May The Force Be With You Always! ✨🌟 💥⚡️

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are a night-owl, Auntie! I'm glad you like it! I don't think there is any danger in the thumb trick, I'm just barely touching, mostly just feeling. Don't be nervous! HA! The Art Museum exists only in cardboard boxes! ICFTF *I can feel the force. Phil

[@WhiskeyDale]

ART !

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dale! Phil

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Wow Phil the grain and spalting is awesome and breathtakingly beautiful. What an amazing piece.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I know you love your spalting and grain, Kobie. Thank you very kindly! Phil

[@Scott1985-]

Hi There Great Video Thanks For Sharing. Just Being Back Good Memories At Night School Doing Woodwork in Scotland UK. Miss It Just Got Busy Life don't the chance One Day Will go back into Doing it Again. You Such A Good Teacher.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Woodworking and woodturning are great hobbies, as you know, Scott. I hope you get the opportunity, soon! Phil

[@lauriecremore5601]

I just love your attitude and your manor of explaining your thoughts from the start and to the Finnish of your wonders of turning artistry, you never fail to give Phil, a credit to you. 👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

So, so kind of you, Laurie! It's gratifying to know what I do is of interest to others. Thank you very much! Phil

[@AliIskenderov]

Amazing beauty !!! it is so expressively shown on the bowl !!! Thanks Phil

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

And thank you, Magic Tree! Nature at it's finest! Phil

[@kentmaggio2581]

I don’t know how you do it Phil. You turn absolute art from what most would consider firewood. Amazing work my friend. Thanks again. Have a great weekend.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Gosh, such a kind comment, Kent. I truly appreciate your time and effort. Thank you! Phil

[@zetuskid]

Whew, I didn’t know if that crack would hold together or not. But you end up with a beautiful little sweet heart. I’m glad it didn’t come apart. On ya. Great work Phil!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Surprised me to, Kid! It goes almost all the way around the outside part of the bowl. Still together! Thank you so much! Phil

[@judithfairchild8620]

I thought you were crazy not to stablize that crack, but it stayed together for one beautiful wild bowl.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

😊

[@Tassie646]

Nice one Phil, well done 👍👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Mark, much appreciated! Phil

[@brendanmurphy9694]

Thanks again Phil for showing how you handle a very challenging piece of 'questionable' wood. Your masterful approach resulted once again in a true work of art. So very inspiring indeed.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Your words are inspiring to me, Brendan, thank you for them! Phil

[@garthkeck2003]

Phil, you're fearless. And did a great job on that log.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Phearless Phil! I'm going with that, Garth! LOL! Thank you, my friend! Phil

[@CookingGuy815]

Phil Anderson - Shady Acres Woodshop 2:17 The piece of wood turns like a fan

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Yes, DIY, sometimes we get a piece like that. Keeps it interesting! Phil

[@CookingGuy815]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop Your work is great, wish you a happy working day

[@retmachinist]

Howdy Phil Very odd shape to turn ,almost triangle . I thought too that the " wing " would fly out when you went to 1100 RPM ....Glad it did not . Like that spalting ..adds so much to the look . I have on my mind to resaw some of my spalted maple to make box . Just to see all of spalting . So many projects . You have a very nice " show piece " for your collection . Keep on turnin'

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Howdy, Bruce! Yeah, gotta get the most of the spalted materials when we can. Great idea to resaw it! So many projects, indeed. Thank you, my friend! Phil

[@williamellis8993]

What do I call it? I call it a masterpiece. And yes, this is what I signed up for - to see your mastery of woodturning.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

OK, William, whatever you say, man. Thank you so much for your kind comment! Phil

[@geofo60]

Phil, you never fail to impress me. Yet another beautiful piece my friend, well thought through & we get to see you perform the magic for free. Life is good. Thanks as always for inviting us along for the journey. Take care & happy turning. Geof (UK)

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Life IS good, Geof, and I hope yours is improving every day! Thank you so much, my friend! Phil

[@ahsquared1]

Phil, you never cease to amaze me... I think this is my favorite of all the pieces I've seen you turn.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, a new favorite, H T? How cool is that! Thank you so much! Phil

[@jerrydempsey3490]

"not what you signed up for but at least I didn't charge you an admission fee" Phil, I love your sense of humor. Dry wood equals dry wit. Great piece. Thank you.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you very much, Jerry! I'm so glad you like it and I'm happy to entertain! LOL! Phil

[@bysonderby]

Hi Phil, That sure is a piece you can get involved in! Lots to see and lots to feel, I love it! Well done, keep it up, my friend! Best regards Lars

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Lars! I feel the same way, so many surfaces and textures make it fun to hold and feel. Thank you, my friend! Phil

[@kevinburke4081]

Its all been said great job nothing seems to phase you and just go for it fair play thanks

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

"Just go for it." Great quote and just how I feel, Kevin. Thank you! Phil

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Phil...I think you took that strange piece of wood as far as this wood could be taken...Bark and grain and design look nice, I like that a lot, the unexpected hole in the bowl was as you say "just part of the mystery of it all" Phil I get the feeling you could "turn" a hot sweaty day into cool hiking weather...I think you answered all the questions on this "questionable" piece. With out you Phil that old piece of wood would have been long gone years ago. ...tm

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

HA! Thank you, Jeff! I think you mean without YOU it would have been long gone. I just worked with what you gave me and together, we made something of it. Good for us! Phil

[@CaraWeston]

Like it? I love it!! Absolutely stunning, Phil. I could gaze at it for hours.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Wow, Cara, thank you so much for your great comment! Phil

[@lauriecremore5601]

I signed up to see "you perform your magic" with whatever shapped wood you get given. Phil you are brilliant, and this one.... Gee beautiful odd shape, with a lovely grain in the Finnish work of art. 👌

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I don't know about brilliant, Laurie, but I admit I like the sound of it so I'll take it! Thank you so much, my friend, for watching and for your great comments! Phil

[@ronniehyde6649]

When viewed from one of the sides it looks to me like an upside down cowboy hat. I like it.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I see it, Ronnie! Thank you! Phil

[@jackskelton6773]

Phil, you just amaze me!!!!!! Absolutely beautiful 👍👍👍

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Glad you like it, Jack, thank you very much! Phil

[@maxforest3071]

I love this piece, just my preference in every way. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Happy to please, Max, thank you for letting me know how you feel about it! Phil

[@YarnAce]

WOW another Masterpiece your work is so amazing.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Chica Kyta, really happy you like it! Phil

[@mariagaddis5134]

Beautiful I love the natural look it has the hole just adds to the character.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you so much, Maria! Phil

[@mickfagan6451]

A very interesting piece created by a master craftsman. Well done Phil absolutely love it mate.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

My gosh, such a "pick me up" comment, Mick! Thank you! Phil

[@toddsheffield4271]

I bet you did some amazing woodworking in your day..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I did and I miss it, Todd. I have everything I would ever need to build anything, except motivation. Since I got the lathe, all I want to do is turn. Phil

[@toddsheffield4271]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I can understand that Phil. I've had some life events knock the life out of me and I totally get it. One of the things that has helped me get back on my feet is your videos..your drive and compassion for the art.

[@carolriley569]

I call it a gorgeous bowl! I just bought a sand-0-flex for all my live edge bowls!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Carol! I hope you enjoy your sand-o-flex. I always say, if I didn't have mine there are pieces I just wouldn't turn. Phil

[@donaldtrabeaux1305]

Absolutely stunning masterpiece thanks Mr. Phil take care my friend god bless from the 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦞🦞🐊🐊Cajun 🐊🐊🦞🦞🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I'm so glad you stuck around till the end, Cajun. I'm glad you like it, thank you! Phil

[@djs240]

Love the piece. Great work. On one of your videos you turned a piece your son sent you. You mentioned an earlier piece you picked up while visiting him, which video is that one? Thanks again. Keep up the good work!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Joey! At the end of that video I showed pictures of the piece that I successfully turned. It was turned before I had a KZbin channel so no video. Too bad, too, it's one of my all time favorites! Phil

[@donaldtrabeaux1305]

Ok I’m the first one on this video and man oh man that’s some beautiful wood let’s get started I will comment at the end of the video

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You're the winner, Donald! Congratulations! LOL! Phil

[@mitchnln1199]

Exceptional job on bringing out nature's beauty. One question, how long do you let the marker dry before applying the finish on the bottom?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Mitch! I let it dry about two minutes but I don't apply finish. I just use a wax over the signature. Phil

[@dennisbeamish9058]

Hi Phil == very nice and instructive as usual. Sanding: I noticed when you were sanding with the 2" disc, you were at about 11:00 o'clock and in reverse. Some time ago I watched a video on sanding (forget who it was) and his recommendation was to run in reverse but sand at approx 7:00 o'clock (bottom 1/3 of the piece below the equator). So - I tried that at about 400 RPM - and I find it easier and a better finish than I was getting before. I am certainly NOT implying that I use a better method as I would never question your expertise -- but, I would like to know your thoughts or wonder if you have ever tried that and of course your opinion and reasoning. As always thanks so much for sharing your talent. Regards Dennis Beamish Cambridge Ontario Canada

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dennis, glad you like it! You suggestion may very well be a really good one. For me, with the kind of pieces I turn, like this one, I find just trying to get a good angle without the sanding shaft or the drill getting hit, is the most important thing. Next time I sand something that doesn't have protrusions sticking out all over it, I will give this a try. Anything to make sanding easier is a good thing! Phil

[@djackbar504]

As a novice woodworking/turner, I was wondering where I can get the wide scraper that you use. I can only find the one or one and half scraper. I really enjoy your vids.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Howdy, Dee Jay! My largest scraper is the 1 1/2". It is a Benjamin's Best from Penn State Industries. I have reground it to a negative rake and like and use it a lot. Thank you for taking your time to watch and comment, much appreciated! Phil

[@michaelpoe2961]

Great looking piece Phil. You can take anything and make it look good 👍 I just watched your review of the jet lathe you have . I am in the market and looking. Is it still doing well for you? Any more cons to add to your pros?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Michael, I really appreciate that! No more cons and the ones I did have about this lathe turned out to be almost nothing. I used a piece of double stick tape on the rubber mat and it hasn't moved in two years. The tailstock handle is not a problem, got used to it, no big deal. I just really love my lathe! I think the prices have come down since they were first brought out. I think I would consider the 1840 DVR model, one step up and very little money difference. The main advantage to that is no belt change needed to go from one range to the next. It's all one range. In fact, it may not even have a belt, I'm not sure. Hope that helps! Phil

[@nighteagle317]

Phil, it is kind of weird but it always amazes me how you make these incredibly beautiful pieces of art from whatever folks send to you. Amazing! By the way, when you sign your work, I assume that you use an art type pen. How long do you wait after you sign it to put on the finish over the signature? Thanks, Paige C.

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi Paige! Thank you! I just use an Ultra Fine Point Sharpie, and I let it dry for a couple minutes. The trick is, I only apply wax over the signature. Most everything else, as you probably know, makes the ink run. Phil

[@dandemeulenaere6237]

Nice piece... Sassafras is like a Ash..only is noted for aroma...what type and model lathe do you use?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dan! I have a Jet 1840EVS. Phil

[@dandemeulenaere6237]

Thank you...may your chisels stay sharp... looking into that model

[@pointer2null]

Nice piece as always. What do you do with all these bowls?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you! I stack them up and when I can't walk around the house anymore, I box them up and put them in storage. I would like to start selling them but just don't have the time for packing and shipping. I need an assistant! Phil

[@pointer2null]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop You're lucky - when I started, after my 3rd bowl the other half said "What you doing with that - you can't keep them all in here...." lol

[@redred6661]

love it, what pen did you use to sign the bowl?

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Thank you, Dave! I use an Ultra Fine Point Sharpie and apply wax over it after it dries. Phil

[@berbno1]

What pen are you using to sign. Haven't found that fine, soft tip

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

I just use an Ultra Fine Point Sharpie and then apply paste wax over the signature. Phil

[@berbno1]

@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop btw- really enjoy you turning all the untypical chunks of wood...very nice

[@williamnixon11]

Phil where did you get the sandoflix looks like something I could use

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

William, I used to sell the Sand-O-Flex when I worked in a retail hardware store 40 years ago. I never see them in stores anymore. I've bought a lot of them from eBay but you have to be careful of the pricing. You should be able to get one for about 35 bucks if you are patient. But, there is a newer plastic model. I think it has an advantage because it is lighter and easier to handle in a portable drill. Those can also be had on eBay but again, the price is often higher than you can buy new. Here is a website where you can order a brand new one along with refills: supergrit.com/products/products_woodworking-sandoflex Hope that helps! Phil

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

Let's call it "The Holy Bowl" 😁👍😁

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Sounds like a winner, Kerri! LOL! Thank you! Phil

[@davidrosowski3161]

I'm still waiting for your mailing address

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Hi David! I've replied to you many times in these comments with my e-mail address. I don't know how else I can get in touch with you. I'll try again: [e-mail] Hope that works! Phil

[@gilvb51]

Very nice Phil