OH MY! Walnut Octopus! - Wood Turning
I knew there must be something in this piece of wood but it took me awhile to figure out how to get it out of there! With some creative cutting and turning, success! Walnut is one of those woods that is just a pleasure to turn and this piece was no different. Finished in shellac.
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Thank you to viewer and friend Valerie for sending this along for all to enjoy!
Things I Like To Turn:
Live Edge Bowls, Natural Edge Bowls, Bark On Bowls, Firewood Pile Bowls, Natural Vases, Wood With Bug Holes, Cracked, Natural Voids, Knots, Ironwood. The Unusual become my Newest Woodturning Video Each Week!
What I use:
Bowl Gouges, Spindle Gouge, Skew Chisel, Parting Tool, Dovetail Tool, Face Plate Ring, Wood Worm Screw, SuperNova2 Chuck, Power Sanding Disks, Sand O Flex, Howard Feed & Wax, Sanding Sealer, Shellac, Scotch Brite Pads for Smoothing Finishes
Simply Beautiful.
Phil, this looks exciting, but boy do you have your work cut out for you. Can't wait to see the end. (can I look and then go back?) Kind of like reading a mystery and reading the conclusion first.
No peeking! 😊
A lot of people say don't mess with an OCTOPUS or you will get hurt!!!!, but you had enough courage to tame it with out a whip. When you cut off some of their tenacles, it didn't even fight back!!! I couldn't hold back my tears, when you cut them off, I am a lot like you, i throw away very little wood away, it can be used to make something nice. That turned out to be the most beautiful octopus I have ever seen. You did such a marvelous job cutting on it, I didn't even hear it let out a scream on time. GOOD JOB again. ❤ KEEP ON TURNING!!!
Haha, thanks, Howard, for you fun comment! 😄
A fine ole man is our Phil. His fans all think he's a pill. He turns and he whirls While his bowls are a twirl. But the spin never makes him feel ill.
A pill? LOL! 😊
@@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop I say it with love my friend!
Phil, It’s obviously a pentapus 😜. And now you have delimbed it! Oh dear 🧐. Keep the aspidistra flying! Paul
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Absolutley beautiful Phil! Thursdays midnight your postings send me off to bed smiling, so thank you for a good end of this day❣️
Glad you enjoyed it, Sara, thank you, sweet dreams! 😊
Finally figured it out! Its your vision of these pieces of raw wood. Everyone else sees a chunk of wood that needs split for the fireplace. You see a work if art.
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Yay! Now that's more like it Phil. Gaps, inclusions, whorls, and imbedded knots. Excellent!
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Thank You Phil...Thank You Valerie.... When I first saw that Walnut I thought "NO WAY"... After you mounted and started turning ... Ah yes I see now... Phil this is an exceptionally nice turning with the knots, the Walnut wood, bark, everything...You are so accomplished at turning the live edge bowls, you make it look effortless (I know it is not)...The before and after are hard to believe Phil.......TM
Thanks a lot, Tuffy! It's always fun to turn Walnut, so much variety in color and grain and, bonus, it cut's pretty easily! 😊
Absolutely beautiful. I am wondering what make lathe you use as you seem to have much more swing over the bed than I do.
Skilful turning. Fabulous wood grain. Unbelievable finished natural art at it’s best thanks to Phil 🌈🌈🌈
Thanks, David! 😊
The chuckles at the beginning were priceless, Phil!! Instead of ET, I see an owl!! Beautiful bowl. With some of the leftover tree, you make. Set of candlesticks to make it a set!!
Sorry, make a set of candlesticks to have a whole set.
I see the owl, Leona! 😊
Another GREAT job Phil. My son and I really enjoy watching you!!!
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This bowl is a real treasure! I love the richness of the wood and the magnificent grain. I saw an owl's eyes before you mentioned ET. 🦉 And yes, thanks to your friend for supplying the octopus! Phil, you sure know how to find the beauty in the most unusual pieces of wood. Thank you for the very enjoyable video! 😊
Awesome! Thank you, Gwynn! 😊
Walnut has got to be one of the most beautiful woods on this planet. I really love the smell when I’m cutting it. In fact I love everything about it. Valerie certainly is a sweetheart to send you something like that, Phil. Another awesome video from you, my friend. Take good care of yourself, buddy. …..Gord
Agreed, Gord, Walnut is always a pleasure to turn because it turns easily and you know you are going to get something that looks great in the end! Valerie is a treasure for sure! Thanks for watching and commenting, buddy! 😊
"Ain't she a beaut Clark". I love it beautiful work 😍
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Fabrioso! It looks like an owl.. Brill! ❤️❤️❤️👏👏👏🇬🇧
Agreed, Owl it is! 😊
A sailor one day, while out sailing Thought he heard someone screaming and wailing The source of the shout As he later found out Was an octopus tied to the railing
LOL!
Magnificent piece! Always appreciate your patient instructions! Hope all is going well with your health recovery. Thanks, Phil!
Doing pretty good, Peter, thank you! 😊
I love the darker woods. Walnut is a beautiful piece of wood.
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Phil ALWAYS reads and responds. Even when im just being a smart ass (I do that way too often).
Haha, thanks, Sam! 😊
Another lovely piece, Phil!
Appreciate that, Billy, thanks, buddy! 😊
Impressive as always! And amazing that you could turn an octopus into a clamshell. I look forward to each of your projects.
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I see a great owl face in this piece.
Cool, Jessi! 😊
I woulda sworn Valerie was just messing with you but look what you turned out! Really fine!
Michael, you should know better by now. The moment I saw this piece in the black walnut pile, I grabbed it and wrote Phil’s name on it! How could I not?
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You can really appreciate the the gift of nature in this piece with all of its knots the wavy rim and all that wonderful bark, that’s a really nice bowl Phil, thanks for sharing it with us!
You are welcome, thanks for watching! 😊
What a gorgeous piece, Phil. You did a great job of trimming the octopus to maximize its usefulness. I admire your vision!
Thank you, Tom! 😊
🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 69 yr old grandma in Texas, USA. 🐼 ❤ 🎀 👍 🧚♂
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Nature at it's finest. And you bring it out Phil.
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Walnut is an absolutely gorgeous wood. I’m working with a slab that is nearly 4” thick by 3’ tall and 11” wide. I’m sanding it and when done I will paint a giant gnome on it. I wasn’t sure what you were going to make out of that octopus but wow! You never cease to amaze me at how you bring out the beauty in a chuck of wood.
Looks great
Sounds like a great project, Tina! I'm sure it will turn out beautifully! 😊
Such beautiful colour in this piece of Walnut & lovely grain created by the crotch. Your ability to find beauty in any piece of wood that is sent in to you is virtually legendry. You have this 'never say die' approach that enables you to create Art pieces from almost the impossible. When the average Joe, like me, is confronted with an 'Octopus' we would run for cover, but not you. This is a beautiful bowl filled with SO much character one could get carried away going through them all. Let's just settle for a magnificent bowl as a result of your renowned skill with so much to admire. A truly great one chum. Stay well & get healthier by the day, Cheers, Don from South Aust.
Thank you, Don! I hope this finds you in your shop creating your own art pieces! 😊
Thank you sir. I REALLY appreciate your narratives throughout your videos .
Great and I appreciate your comment, Luke! 😃
Yes, it IS pretty darn beautiful. Nice job Phil!
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That’s just a beautiful walnut bowl, Phil! My goodness!
It's great wood, Danella! 😊
Artristry, creativity, and narrative. Relaxing and enjoyable. 😃
Thank you, Ron! 😊
Stunning, love walnut.
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Cow. Holy cow, Phil. What a joy to watch. Thanks. I need to find some octopus walnut.
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The bowel is absolutely gorgeous , keep the good work coming. Thank you.
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Exquisite! The only word I have to describe this work of art! Your talent has not been wasted on humdrum/boring pieces. Keep on laughing, please...😊
Thank you! Will do! 😊
That crochet Walnut bowl is one of my favorite. Very nice.
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Wow, that is so gorgeous...I love Walnut!
Me too, Carol! 😊
It's absolutely spectacular. 👍🏻❤️🇺🇸
Thank you very much! 😊
Awesome, Phil!! U R da man!👌👌👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍✔️✔️
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Excellent crotch walnut, almost from nothing to beautiful 😊
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That bowl is abolutely beautiful. I'm so glade to see you back to your usual self. The chemo must be over.
The chemo is over, but... 😊
Great piece from a fantastic artist keep the enjoyment coming
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Wow wow wow!! Absolutely beautiful! One of my favorites. Just beautiful 💖
Thank you, Nicole! 😊 Cheers!
I love walnut and this turning is beautiful.
Thank you, Herbie! 😊
Howdy Phil, walnut with multiple crotch combining into one beautiful piece. I can hardly wait to see what you reveal. ❤️👍🏻🇺🇸
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It looks amazing. Who’da thought that hunk of wood was hiding such beauty. Another job well done. 👍
Surprised me, too! 😊
I like😢the way you’re brave to turn unwieldy chunks without fear of catches, this gives me heart to give it a go too
Just remember, John, light touch, you'll be fine. 😊
I really enjoy your turning and honest coments.
I appreciate that, Glenn, thank you! 😊
Love it….beautiful piece…loads of character…👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you, Loraine! 😊
Another fine bowl. And I love any walnut that comes my way. I save all my Walnut shavings too
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I love Black Walnut! We have so much of it here. Wish I could get other stuff to enjoy. Nice job as always Phil.
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Stunning piece of wood
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I think this is my favourite yet
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Good choice of a piece of wood. It turned out really nice. Walnut is a wonderful wood.
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Oh, WOW! It is gorgeous. Thank You.
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I can see why you enjoy turning walnut Phil. Very cool. Cheers Deno.
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Beautiful, you can't go wrong with Walnut. It's my favorite wood species then Cherry. Awesome job, I Love it.
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What a beautiful bowl produced from an octopus. I love the finish 🌞
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Thanks Phil, you always do the best with any shape wood!
Wow, thanks! 😊
Hi Phil.This piece has a rich earthy tone. Thanks!
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Very beautiful. Walnut is my favorite wood to turn. Nice piece! Keep up the good work.
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You're an inspiration Phil, thank you mate.
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It is always amazing to watch you do your magic!
Thank you, Wayne! 😊
I love walnut. This bowl is an heirloom piece.
Thank you, Linda! 😊
WOW, just wow! Another beauty Phil.
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Such a rich brown color and a beautiful grain. I love it!
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Beautiful walnut bowl. Your usual fine work. Keep it up. 😊♥️👍
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Stunning little bowl Phil love walnut beautiful wood 🪵
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Love that bowl
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Beautiful walnut piece.. as usual awesome job .. thanks for sharing Phil..
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A couple of nice candle holders either side and the bowl filled with sweets would grace any table at Christmas.
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Another masterpiece, Phil! Very pretty!
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Bravo Zulu!
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Very nice indeed, a beautiful piece of wood. How you see things in the wood blows me away. I would have never seen a bowl in that piece of wood. That's what makes you an artist. Thanks again for all your hard work and thanks for sharing it with us. 🌿 ✨✨✨✨✨ 🏅
Thank you very much, Rob! 😊
No wonder you were so excited to have some walnut to play with…IT IS GORGEOUS!! Wow, what a beautiful grain. Love that you work on natural pieces of wood and keep it looking natural while creating your art. Phenomenal piece!
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it is a magnificent bowl. you can almost see a dragon spewing white fire inside the bowl. thanks for let us see it
Glad you like it, Joyce, thank you! 😊
Walnut is such a beautiful wood. Nice!
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Man o man, Phil. That looks like glass! Very nice!
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If I could afford to ship you a walnut log, I would! Walnut, the king of woods! My top 5 favorite bowls I've made, 4 are walnut.
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Thank you for sharing this with us. Beautiful piece of Art. Love all the colors.
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As always you have created a beautiful 🥣. 😍 Congratulations.
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Absolutely beautiful!!
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A beautiful piece of art!
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Beautiful turnout and a very well-done video as well, as always!
Glad you like it, Morgan, thanks! 😃
That is extremely gorgeous.😊
Thank you! 😊
Beautiful Phil, absolutely beautiful.
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I just adore Walnut - and this piece was simply beautiful. Thanks Phil. Best Hugh (in the UK)
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Gorgeous bowl, Phil! I just loved your chuckle at the beginning of today’s video 😊.
Haha, some things just tickle me silly, Marcia! 😊
The touch of the Masters hand! Thanks Phil!
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WOW! Just WOW, Phil! Very nice piece!
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One of your best Phil!
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Lovely.Out of the world
Thank you, Harish! 😊
Always a pleasure. Now at least I know what I need to find to turn something similar wow. Just quite simply a beautiful piece.
Go for it, George! 😊
Best Yet !!!!
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Absolutely lovely! I hope you had a good birthday, Phil. 🎂🎈
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Marvelous grain. Beautiful bowl.
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Beautiful 👌 😍
Thanks a lot 😊