A CRACKING OAK experiment - Woodturning project

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Here's a cracking oak experiment - woodturning project. This oak was treated with ebonising fluid, texturing and Dremel routing to produce some amazing results. Watch and see the results for yourself.
If you're interested in woodturning, then this project is for you! This cracking oak was treated with ebonising, texturing and Dremel routing to produce some amazing results. Watch and see the results for yourself. From ebonising to texturing to routing, this oak project is sure to spark ideas for your own creations.
Thanks for watching and feel free to leave comments in the chat below.
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The methods I demonstrate are not to be used as a guide for best practice. Thanks

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  • @sandracook455
    @sandracook45528 күн бұрын

    Love how you are always trying new ways of turning wood

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    28 күн бұрын

    Thanks Sandra 😀

  • @BarbaraShelton-xz9vn
    @BarbaraShelton-xz9vnАй бұрын

    Half the fun of your videos is hearing you work through problems as they occur. A dynamic lesson in creative thinking. As to the safety info, I think people will absorb the lessons better in short bursts as opposed to in a single show. By the way: love the bowl.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks Barbara, I may ending up doing both so people can have one central resource to refer to and drip feed in other bits when appropriate to the turning 😀

  • @ronniekeates3349
    @ronniekeates33496 ай бұрын

    There's just too many great parts of this video to listen them all. Thanks again for being You and doing Your Thing! Every video is a treat. Cheers, Mike!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Wow thanks so much Ronnie, that means so much to me, all the best, Mike 😃

  • @JosephCarpenter-sq7rk

    @JosephCarpenter-sq7rk

    4 ай бұрын

    ​Oct or hu hu

  • @mattgraham4025
    @mattgraham40256 ай бұрын

    I think it's awesome that you try new things and that you're not afraid to show your mistakes. Thanks for all your amazing content.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for that Matt, I want to show that it's fine to experiment, every time I fail I learn something new and get better, the first step is always the hardest but you only have to take it once. All the best, Mike 😃

  • @user-ml8je4zj1t
    @user-ml8je4zj1t6 ай бұрын

    Love it when I see someone just embrace an error as a lesson for the future. Well done, another beauty.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much James, I have no problem with making a mistake, it really is the best way to learn something new 😀

  • @simonburgess7397

    @simonburgess7397

    6 ай бұрын

    Very cool

  • @suesmith9202
    @suesmith92026 ай бұрын

    That vase is absolutely beautiful

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Sue, difficult but fun 😊

  • @stephanielovatt2787
    @stephanielovatt27876 ай бұрын

    It is great that your channel focuses on going outside your comfort zone! This gives the viewer great variety, and the insight to give it a go, too. Thank you!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much Stephanie, I don't mind having a go and making mistakes if it can help inspire people to try. All the best, Mike

  • @MartynCharlton-xu7hm
    @MartynCharlton-xu7hm2 ай бұрын

    The jury's out with the wing, elegant shape

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    2 ай бұрын

    Haha I have no problem with that 😀

  • @markduggan3451
    @markduggan34516 ай бұрын

    That looks great. The use of the router was great, and being able to use different bits will make greater and greater results.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Absolutely Mark, as I never really use the router I only have a few bits, now I know it works I can invest in a few more 😀

  • @dianadougherty7187
    @dianadougherty71876 ай бұрын

    Thankyou for teaching us something new and also for the jig instructions I really enjoy your channel

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    My pleasure Diana, that the first jig I have ever made for my lathe 😃

  • @SusanJamiesonKennedy
    @SusanJamiesonKennedy6 ай бұрын

    My first husband did beautiful wood turning.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    And your second? 😀

  • @loranwfry-zu9pu
    @loranwfry-zu9pu6 ай бұрын

    Very nice work Mike. Thank you for trying new stuff. That's why I watch your channel.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Loran, the next time I try this is will be better 😃

  • @johnwoods9995
    @johnwoods9995Ай бұрын

    Very daring and brave to use router and cuts all, love it, inspiring, thanks mate

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    Ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it John 😁

  • @1TedTanner
    @1TedTanner6 ай бұрын

    Kudos to you for trying something new and posting it online even if it wasn’t perfect. As you say, you wanted to try something new and you did!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Ted, real life is not perfect and I'm happy taking my first steps in front of the camera to show that it's ok to fail and by doing that you learn and get better 😀

  • @williamweaver4946
    @williamweaver49466 ай бұрын

    I like that you show your experiments and not just throwing out a perfect project. That is not the case in many situations. Still loved the way it turned out. Great job as always Mike!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks William, I want to inspire people to have a go and let them realise that failing is no big deal and is just part of the process, the first step is always the hardest but you only have to take it once. All the best, Mike 😀

  • @chrischambers5466
    @chrischambers54666 ай бұрын

    Do love a bit of experimenting, never gets boring.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Chris, me too 😁

  • @4fhomeandfarm832
    @4fhomeandfarm8326 ай бұрын

    Beautiful work. I really enjoy the fact that you showed that when trying something new it dosnt always come out as planned or as perfect as you would like.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome, this is real life and I want to inspire people to have a go and let them realise that failing or something not coming out perfect is fine, it's just the first step 😀

  • @ArnoPf
    @ArnoPf5 ай бұрын

    Great you also show your struggles and that it is a mix of continuos learning and above all creativity! After the first bowls or spindles everyone should enter this chapter...and that the fun part with every piece of wood you will turn

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    So true, mistakes are all part of the learning process and are essential to better understanding, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @marcfava9789
    @marcfava97895 ай бұрын

    Looks great. Every think we try adds to our flavor. Woodworking is like music. The more we learn the more the work we do has our fingerprint and is recognizable as ours. Good work.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    You are so right, I never thought of myself as having a style but now I think about it I guess I do. Not sure if it's any good but I like it 😀

  • @SilverBack.
    @SilverBack.6 ай бұрын

    Mike these are stunning pieces of work and you have shown the grain off amazingly

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Cheers Doug, I love to learn new things and have a play 😃

  • @steadfasttherenowned2460
    @steadfasttherenowned24606 ай бұрын

    Ahhh wonderful! A good wood turning video while I settle into my after work time.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @taysider01
    @taysider016 ай бұрын

    Your head must be full of ideas that you want to try out. Anyone that wants to try this has all trail's and tribulations done by yourself. Love your thought process and telling us. Great Frist go Mike. Look forward to next video

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much my friend, I have so many ideas I have to write them down 🤣

  • @aldademoura7738
    @aldademoura77386 ай бұрын

    Thank you for charing this beautiful experiment. Love it 😊

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Alda 😊

  • @nanalefevre3670
    @nanalefevre36706 ай бұрын

    Wow ! This one really had me watching. I went from ..what the heck? To..oh no! To huh? To...Wellll.. Mr.Mike did his magic again!!! Very nice indeed. You sir are amazing when you get going.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Haha thanks Nana, I was a little worried I may not get to the end but it was ok 😁

  • @nanalefevre3670

    @nanalefevre3670

    6 ай бұрын

    @@MikeHolton You kidding? It was great!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    @@nanalefevre3670 Thanks, you are so kind 😀

  • @Angela-en6oh
    @Angela-en6oh6 ай бұрын

    Hello Mike. I really enjoyed the work you carried out on this piece. As someone who has never turned wood, I appreciate you sharing your thought process as you move through each stage. It certainly helped me understand a little of the difficulties you face with each piece of wood; it’s presentation and how you address, overcome and resolve issues as they arise. And this may, in your terms, be an experimental piece, but it is still beautiful and you should be very proud of what you have achieved. My sincere congratulations.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Angela, you are really so kind and I always look forward to your comments, they always seem to make me feel good. All the best, Mike 😀

  • @Amybaumgart
    @Amybaumgart6 ай бұрын

    What a very clever alternative to a fluting jig with a router!!! I have often wanted to do something like this, but did not want to figure out the whole router thing… good for you! Thanks so much for sharing your experiments!!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are welcome Amy, I will be trying more so keep an eye out 😀

  • @chenjung407ad
    @chenjung407ad6 ай бұрын

    The process of rounding a rough piece off and then flattening the end is endlessly fascinating to me :)

  • @OKHall
    @OKHall6 ай бұрын

    Stunning piece. Love it!!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much! 😀

  • @vincenthardman7691
    @vincenthardman76916 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the experience. Looks great with the contrasting colours.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers Vince, first step is taken so now I can work on getting better 😁

  • @stevedoran3631
    @stevedoran36316 ай бұрын

    I honestly thought that project was going to end a disaster with all the deep cracks that were evident, but as usual, your gift for getting the best out of the wood came to the for again...... nice work Mike!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Steve, I appreciate that, all the best, Mike

  • @sarahneate3139
    @sarahneate31396 ай бұрын

    Always inspiring. Thanks Mike

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are welcome Sarah and thanks for watching 😀

  • @lizacole9520
    @lizacole95206 ай бұрын

    Brilliant and brave yet again!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Liza 😁

  • @cynthiahamptonprince9449
    @cynthiahamptonprince94496 ай бұрын

    I love that you're not afraid to try new things, and you bring us along on the journey. Personally, I love the piece you created. Thank you!! ❤

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Cynthia, I love to learn and push my boundaries, it really is the best way to improve and have fun 😀

  • @oldncarvingJohn
    @oldncarvingJohn6 ай бұрын

    Love it. That fluid worked a treat. ❤❤❤

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks John, must admit it worked a lot better than I thought it could 😀

  • @susannah4Him
    @susannah4Him6 ай бұрын

    Loved the learning process!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Me too Susannah, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀

  • @RoyWCanada
    @RoyWCanada6 ай бұрын

    Hi Mike. Well you get 100% for effort on the fluting it turned out great for the first time. The oak looks gorgeous. Again your decisions and artistic design have blended together to produce an excellent Vase. Thanks for the video looking forward to the next one. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Roy, I really enjoyed making this one 😀

  • @mickwilson127
    @mickwilson1276 ай бұрын

    I love oak, nuff said. Thanks for your entertaining and beautiful work.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    I do too, thanks Mick 😃

  • @lindawallace-radcliffe5915
    @lindawallace-radcliffe59153 ай бұрын

    This would look great as a lamp very nice piece

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    3 ай бұрын

    I think so too! 😀

  • @rexmorgan6445
    @rexmorgan64456 ай бұрын

    This channel always makes my Tuesday so much better. Keep experimenting its great.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Rex, you have just made me smile 😃

  • @robboland9857
    @robboland98576 ай бұрын

    A nice piece indeed sir. Thanks for the post.🌿

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are welcome Rob, thanks for watching 😀

  • @mariabasil9631
    @mariabasil96316 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing the creative learning experience 😊

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    My pleasure Maria 😊

  • @racheldray1057
    @racheldray10576 ай бұрын

    This one is so informative, with trial and error. I really like the look of the vase too.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Rachel, I'm happy to experiment and find ways not to do things 😀

  • @jaynerichards7527
    @jaynerichards75275 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video. Wonderful vase.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Jayne 😀

  • @stacietrask4987
    @stacietrask49876 ай бұрын

    Loving all your work ❤

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Hello again 😀

  • @teresamcfadden2414
    @teresamcfadden24146 ай бұрын

    That was a great learning experiment. I love oak I think it’s a beautiful wood. The ebonizing of the wood is interesting to watch. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are more than welcome Teresa, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @robertwilson54
    @robertwilson546 ай бұрын

    It’s great that you try these new techniques I take my hat off to you well done.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much Robert, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @mattspear2163
    @mattspear21635 ай бұрын

    Love your videos. Just want to keep watching. Your creativity is amazing

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @eveny119
    @eveny1193 ай бұрын

    Watching again during the move....

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much 👍

  • @charmainerohde8575
    @charmainerohde85756 ай бұрын

    We should be lifetime-learners! Creativity requires stepping outside our comfort zones. Love the rustic look the routed lines give this piece. I think it's perfect, Mr. Horton.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, I really appreciate you saying that 😀

  • @susanburrows5288
    @susanburrows52886 ай бұрын

    Congrats for following your goal of experimentation and pushing your boundaries. The ebonizing fluid is fascinating. I like the two tone design on this vase, the grain on the natural portion is gorgeous.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Susan, the grain is just beautiful 😀

  • @MaxVanHorn-wk5ni
    @MaxVanHorn-wk5ni6 ай бұрын

    Very interesting project. I can see several possible uses for ebonizing. Thanks much

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are welcome Max, I have a few more ideas as well 😁

  • @MightyWizardTim
    @MightyWizardTim4 ай бұрын

    Very cool. Looks very industrial. I like it.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    4 ай бұрын

    I think so too! 😃

  • @allochthonplays2978
    @allochthonplays29786 ай бұрын

    Very interesting piece! Thank you for sharing.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are more than welcome 😀

  • @LoisHubbard
    @LoisHubbard6 ай бұрын

    Really like the approach Mike. Can't wait to see what you do with your new found skills.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Lois, I have so many ideas I think my brain may explode 😀

  • @Audie1234
    @Audie12346 ай бұрын

    Very nice, Mike.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Audrey 😀

  • @gluey27
    @gluey276 ай бұрын

    Great job as usual Mike very nice vase.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you like it 😀

  • @frankgreguska9261
    @frankgreguska92616 ай бұрын

    Nice job!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Frank 😀

  • @lornacy
    @lornacy6 ай бұрын

    That small lip of natural wood at the top of the ebonized portion is one of those subtle details that is so effective. And as everyone else says, thank you so much for taking us along on your creative journey. I'm so glad I found this channel!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Lornacy, I love happy accidents 😀 all he best, Mike

  • @gregdownunderinOz
    @gregdownunderinOz6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing Mike. You are a real inspiration and a great problem solver. I’m glad you used router and jig eventually

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks, I'm a slow learner but I get there in the end lol 😂

  • @megala510
    @megala5105 ай бұрын

    How fun!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks Mega 😀

  • @stevescott8655
    @stevescott86556 ай бұрын

    👍👍Very nice! I like the ebonizing process.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much! 😀

  • @William_Kenny
    @William_Kenny6 ай бұрын

    Another great turn Mike nicely done as always 😊👍

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks William👍have a great day 😀

  • @davidsmith8853
    @davidsmith88536 ай бұрын

    Nice work.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks David 😀

  • @user-ys7mh2qe2l
    @user-ys7mh2qe2l6 ай бұрын

    Very interesting. A good learning experience watching the video. Thank you.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! All the best, Mike 😃

  • @trevormoore4880
    @trevormoore48806 ай бұрын

    Great work plus your presentation of your projects is very welcome as your thoughts make it a pleasure to watch and learn ❤

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much Trevor, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @bobbrowder1572
    @bobbrowder15726 ай бұрын

    I really like your experimentation and you turned out another great looking piece.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much Bob 😀

  • @marybethhuson295
    @marybethhuson2956 ай бұрын

    Very cool project. The shape would have made a very beautiful lamp

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    I think so too Mary and did cross my mind a few times as I was making it 😀

  • @butlerssecret
    @butlerssecret2 ай бұрын

    Interesting piece, lots was learnt this end.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    2 ай бұрын

    Same here 😃

  • @tracybranham8648
    @tracybranham86486 ай бұрын

    Great challenge . For a first try it is a beautiful vase. Even with the little knicked piece. I love it that way. ❤

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Tracey 😁 really appreciate that 😊

  • @stevebettany8778
    @stevebettany87786 ай бұрын

    Experimenting is what keeps my interest in my woodworking I’m not a turner but the same thing applies. At this time of year I’m stuck making bandsaw reindeer and such due to demand. Roll on the new year and some wacky boxes and the like. Love your work it looks fun.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Steve, I know what you mean, I have a load of small laburnum logs waiting to be turned into Christmas trees, I will get them done but I much prefer experimenting 😀

  • @dalebrittenham1823
    @dalebrittenham18236 ай бұрын

    Great experiment.... No project is perfect... Only gets better with practice.... Keep on going Mike

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Exactly Dale, the first step is the hardest but you only have to take it once 😀

  • @troybaldwin5329
    @troybaldwin53296 ай бұрын

    Personally I think it's beautiful and like you said you learn as you go so thank you for sharing the experience 😊

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Troy 😃

  • @bigald9560
    @bigald95606 ай бұрын

    Love oak!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Me too 😀

  • @user-og7yb9bp7s
    @user-og7yb9bp7s6 ай бұрын

    The ebonising looks interesting - another purchase in my woodturning journey to try it out, thanks for the inspiration 😀. The laburnum looks incredible, will be looking for some of that now. 👍

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Derek 😃

  • @shaunofthegeeks
    @shaunofthegeeks6 ай бұрын

    Still enjoying watching the channel Mike and love to see the variety and experimentation. Great seeing the increase in Subs as well!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Shaun, I still feel like it's all a dream 😂, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @jeramiahcrosier3481
    @jeramiahcrosier34816 ай бұрын

    Thanks Mike - I have thought about doing something similar, and your efforts will help me in my future projects!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you found it useful, you should certainly have a better idea what not to do 😀

  • @tomburns7544
    @tomburns75446 ай бұрын

    Hats off to you for experimenting! I tend to be much more timid, myself so seeing you diving right in is inspiring! 👍

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    haha thanks Tom, this is what I'm trying to achieve, I don't mind experimenting and making mistakes, hopefully you can take the next step without doing the same. All the best my friend, Mike 😃

  • @neongrey333
    @neongrey3336 ай бұрын

    i do like the ebonizing effect a lot, goth that i am. it leaves me torn because the natural wood is so beautiful too, so I do like that you get both with this piece.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks, there is a lot going on with this piece 😀

  • @cudamank
    @cudamank6 ай бұрын

    Nice work..if.you learned something new, it's always a good day. Haven't tried ebonizing or texture. You have encouraged me to try both.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Mark and if you try it please let me know how you get on, all the best, Mike😀

  • @philforeman7102
    @philforeman71026 ай бұрын

    Good on ya man! Great start . Because of you I’m going to try one Cheers Phil

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Phil, that's great to hear, let me know how you get on 😀

  • @stephendonathan6782
    @stephendonathan67826 ай бұрын

    Nice work Mike! It's always good to learn new things. Take care and GOD BLESS 🙏🏻!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Stephanie and learning makes me happy 😀 all the best, Mike

  • @stephendonathan6782

    @stephendonathan6782

    6 ай бұрын

    @@MikeHolton Stephen lol

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    @@stephendonathan6782 Haha so sorry Stephen, it was early when I replied, I must have been half asleep 🤣

  • @haroldhoskison7239
    @haroldhoskison72396 ай бұрын

    Very interesting video. I like your ability to adapt ways to come new way to achieve your out come.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    I appreciate that Harold, where there is a will there is a way and if that fails you try another way and keep going till you get there 😃

  • @thenash4822
    @thenash48226 ай бұрын

    Interesting experiment Mike, and entertaining video. The ebonizing treatment is very different and the way it works is very interesting. That oak has a very pretty grain that's highlighted by the ebony finish. Enjoy learning these things with you on your channel.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks my friend, all the best, Mike

  • @boduke1687
    @boduke16876 ай бұрын

    It's a great video very interesting and educational one of those things where it's lesson learned

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it, I love projects like this that force me to do something new, I learn so much 😀

  • @karenstafford724
    @karenstafford7246 ай бұрын

    That's really pretty. Would be nice with white flowers in it.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Karen, not sure what to do with it yet but that is certainly one idea 😃

  • @deehenry1983
    @deehenry19836 ай бұрын

    this is a very cool piece! love your willingness to try pretty much anything! thanks as always for the great content and congrats on over 23k subs!!!!!!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Dee for your relentless support, I'm your biggest fan 😃

  • @damianlee8149
    @damianlee81495 ай бұрын

    The experimental nature of this piece is fascinating. So glad you left the neck as natural oak as the ebonising process loses some of the beauty

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much, these things need to be tried 😀

  • @raydriver7300
    @raydriver73006 ай бұрын

    Another interesting video as always, Mike and it was great to meet in person on Sunday. Thank you so much for taking the time to chat. I often wear a glove on my left hand too and am fairly adept at turning perfectly respectable pieces of wood into shavings and dust 🌞

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Haha thanks Ray, it was great to meet you and your lovely wife as well. All the best, Mike

  • @bnaivar
    @bnaivar6 ай бұрын

    A very Groovy project Mike. ;) I've sworn off working with Oak because of the cracking problem.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Yes it can be bad but I just try and work around them or work with them 😃

  • @laweiner1
    @laweiner15 ай бұрын

    Hi Mike, Love the oak vase and you methodically deal with the challenges of the wood. I would like to see what you use ton sharpen your tools and how you do it. Maybe a video on tool sharpening? Thanks for your informative videos. My best, Larry

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Hi Larry, I will do one fairly soon, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @katelinnett9020
    @katelinnett90206 ай бұрын

    Someday, when you're in between projects, would you make a video giving us a tour of your workshop and tools? I think it would be fascinating!

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    haha thanks Kate, it would not be a very long video, my workshop is about 12ft x 8ft, video would take about 30 seconds 😂

  • @Diarmuid-Quirke
    @Diarmuid-Quirke6 ай бұрын

    I might have to make a bid on the ash bowl the colour is extraordinary. Keep up the great work

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much, I appreciate your support, all the best, Mike 😀

  • @BulletTing
    @BulletTing6 ай бұрын

    Great vase, love that ypu tried something different and challenge yourself. Considering getting a little lathe myself to make cups and bowls as a hobby.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks! All I can say is do it, it's a great way to relax, swich off from the outside world and have fun 😀

  • @kellogs101101
    @kellogs1011016 ай бұрын

    Like that video a lot Mike. I was thinking as you were texturing that I wouldn’t even begin trying that…..then you discussed stepping outside of your comfort zone….couldn’t agree more and thanks for the nudge 👍👍

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it, you only have to take that first step once and always remember it's ok to fail, the more you fail the more you learn. All the best, Mike 😀

  • @DavidBird-uu8km
    @DavidBird-uu8km6 ай бұрын

    Very Nice. This is good use of spindle indexing. It is pleasure to see you work. A great job in using jigs to help the set up. You are great at working out the solutions too a problem. I would use a test tube so I could put flowers in it for my Wife.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much David, I have used test tubes before and have a pile waiting for a future use 😃

  • @donaldadams5342
    @donaldadams53425 ай бұрын

    An outstanding experimental piece Mike. I think I have made it clear that I am all for people taking themselves out of their comfort zone. If we don't do this then our work becomes boring both to ourselves & to others. We become a monotonous mass production line & creativity just disappears. 'Onwards & Upwards' should become our adopted motto. Then we will produce exciting pieces that will inspire us to experiment & go on to bigger & better things. Yes, little mistakes will occur from time to time as you have in one of the 'flutes' on this piece. Love your work, your attitude & approach to your work as well as being able to listen To your wonderful, relaxed commentary style. Great stuff mate, keep it going & cheers, Don from South Australia.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Don and I could not agree with you more. I'm in a very lucky situation where I don't put pressure on myself to produce one masterpiece after another, I just find something I want to try and then figure out how to do it, if it works then great if I fail or make mistakes then I learn even more. No matter what happens I come out ahead. All the best my friend, Mike

  • @user-nx8gk1le2m
    @user-nx8gk1le2m6 ай бұрын

    It's very different, I do enjoy hearing your thought processes as you create a piece, it's not my favorite piece that you've done, but it's interesting

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much, it's fine not to like something, this is not my favourite either 😀

  • @82ndairbornevet
    @82ndairbornevet5 ай бұрын

    Not sure if I was going to like the ebony color, but it turned out really nice. The flute’s turned out really nice as well.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks, my techniques need work but we are getting there 😀

  • @TimMaidment
    @TimMaidment6 ай бұрын

    I love hearing your thought processes as you work each piece out - have never seen ebonising before so that process was an eye-opener. Got some reason I'd got it mixed up with scorching. Anyway, thanks again for a great video :)

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome Tim, scorching is similar they both can give a similar colour but scorching can leave an amazing texture on the grain. All the best, Mike

  • @rogerpearson6232
    @rogerpearson62326 ай бұрын

    One of the members of Woodturning club I belong to has demo'd his fluting fixture. He purchased it at SWAT a few years ago. Very similar to what you were doing except router was affixed to a cradle that would move on platform similar to what you used. I really like the ebonizing. Will have to try it on some cherry or oak. Very cool.

  • @MikeHolton

    @MikeHolton

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Roger, I know there is equipment out there to do it easily but I want to help inspire people to have a go at making their own, we all know how expensive some of these jigs can be 😀

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