DIY Christmas Ornament - Hand turned and hollowed the easy way

It's that time of year so I thought I'd show how I make light weight hand turned Christmas ornaments. You don't need any special hollowing tools or fancy hollowing systems, just your standard turning tools. I started with two pieces of a limb that had been cut in half. The wood is Chinese Tallow and it is soft and light weight. Thanks for watching. Please Like, Subscribe and Share.
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Carol of the Bells
Little Drummer Boy
We Three Kings
Oh Holy Night
Silent Night
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  • @jimmulholland7339
    @jimmulholland733918 күн бұрын

    Like it all the buffing paste

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    18 күн бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @couerl
    @couerl8 ай бұрын

    Good job, like the extra mile you go to buff them.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks! 👍

  • @andredupuis8497
    @andredupuis8497 Жыл бұрын

    Very Nice ❤

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @michaelnicholson572
    @michaelnicholson5727 ай бұрын

    Beautiful work. You inspired me to start an annual tradition of a new ornament every Christmas. I will glue the finial with the smallest drop of my weakest glue so I can easily replace it when the dog knocks over the tree or it inevitably breaks in storage.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Michael! Cool! Not a bad idea!

  • @andredupuis8497
    @andredupuis8497 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice❤

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Many many thanks, Andre!

  • @PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop
    @PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop4 жыл бұрын

    Nicely turned, Billy! The video moved right along, too! Well done! Phil

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Phil! I'm trying! Billy

  • @brianbarlow1480
    @brianbarlow1480 Жыл бұрын

    Nice work sir

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Brian!

  • @ericschenck9954
    @ericschenck99544 жыл бұрын

    Mr. Billy that is really... really nice!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Eric! Billy

  • @Susanjilek1953
    @Susanjilek1953 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful, Billy! Thanks for the lesson!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sue! My pleasure.

  • @Ron_Radliff
    @Ron_Radliff8 ай бұрын

    Nice job. Loved the great grandson coming in the shop. Mine is coming in January. 8 years old. If he's up to the required attention span and motor skills, I hope to have him make a pen for his mom. Fingers crossed.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Ron! That is awesome!

  • @katiebellmichelle
    @katiebellmichelle4 жыл бұрын

    I love this!!! It’s beautiful

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Katie! Billy

  • @jeffwimer3969
    @jeffwimer39694 жыл бұрын

    Very well done. Thanks for sharing!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and thanks for watching, Jeff! Billy

  • @RobinsBuysandDIYs
    @RobinsBuysandDIYs2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Billy! Wow the details are so beautiful! The red one is my favourite! Thanks for sharing, Billy!!!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, RObin! I really appreciate it! Billy

  • @garryevans3594
    @garryevans35944 жыл бұрын

    you have so many options to create awesome ornaments

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Very true, Garry. Thank you! Billy

  • @KennettBTurned
    @KennettBTurned4 жыл бұрын

    Sweet! Christmas project! Love the idea of hollowing the halves. Been thinking of trying that very technique once I get past my Christmas gift orders !

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Mert! Give it a go. Billy

  • @HarnealMedia
    @HarnealMedia4 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful Billy

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Steve! Billy

  • @markb5441
    @markb54419 ай бұрын

    Beautiful, nice work!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much, Mark!

  • @DavidAdamsen
    @DavidAdamsen4 жыл бұрын

    Billy, that turned out amazing! So delicate and light, and the color choices really pop! Good save on the finial! Cheers!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, David! I really appreciate that! Billy

  • @phantm24
    @phantm243 жыл бұрын

    beautiful piece.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    3 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks! Billy

  • @mrbodawg
    @mrbodawg4 жыл бұрын

    Great Ornament !

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Dawg! Billy

  • @matthuffman6241
    @matthuffman624110 ай бұрын

    Love it. I've just started making hollow ornaments, and I love your technique. Thanks!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Matt! You are so welcome!

  • @johnwallace4408
    @johnwallace44084 жыл бұрын

    This is a fantastic turn and build! By far & away your BEST TURN! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, John! I appreciate you watching and commenting. And Merry Christmas to you and yours! Billy

  • @stuartscott9646
    @stuartscott96464 жыл бұрын

    Very nice!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Stuart! Billy

  • @RickTurnsWoodturning
    @RickTurnsWoodturning4 жыл бұрын

    Great work, Billy!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Rick! Billy

  • @SteveC38
    @SteveC384 жыл бұрын

    Very Awesome Billy 👍

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, brother! Billy

  • @ThePapa1947
    @ThePapa19474 жыл бұрын

    Real nice Billy. That is really a pretty wood and I like the shape. Must be the time of year. A few days ago I turned 2 Christmas items. Next weeks will be one of them. Not wanting to give away what they are you will just have to wait and see 🎄 Take care buddy! Gary

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Gary. My next will continue the theme. May very well be the same thing you're doing. LOL Billy

  • @Patricksworkshop
    @Patricksworkshop4 жыл бұрын

    Great work Billy that looks awesome

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Patrick! Billy

  • @MGMakes
    @MGMakes4 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely stunning piece there Billy. Thanks for sharing. Happy new year to you and your family pal.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Martin! And a happy, safe and prosperous New Year to you and yours, my friend. Billy

  • @stevenjobbins2600
    @stevenjobbins26004 жыл бұрын

    Billy you smashed it that Christmas decoration is way out in front in all the videos I have watched and believe me there have been many

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Steven. I appreciate it! Billy

  • @turntbyhi-lo3516
    @turntbyhi-lo35164 жыл бұрын

    Really nice Billy. "Why", love it. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Mark

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Mark! And a Merry Christmas to you and yours as well! Billy

  • @MoonpieCreations
    @MoonpieCreations4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing brother. Just amazing. Ken

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, buddy! Billy

  • @ESCAGEDOWOODWORKING
    @ESCAGEDOWOODWORKING4 жыл бұрын

    Very cool!!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, buddy! Billy

  • @Phenrica
    @Phenrica4 жыл бұрын

    Nice piece Billy 👍🏻

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Steve! Billy

  • @Badgermatt-nc5nr
    @Badgermatt-nc5nr4 жыл бұрын

    Very nice, I watched your snow man video last night and this today, If I can get into the shop with my new ankle I am definitely going to make both!!!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cool, Matt! Thanks for watching and give them a go as soon as you are able. Billy

  • @spindlesworkshop9744
    @spindlesworkshop97444 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful piece...that really came out nice...Merry Christmas

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Luie! And to you, my friend! Billy

  • @WoodenItBeNice
    @WoodenItBeNice4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Billy, I really like this one. The colours are fantastic and the shape is perfect. Cheers, Huw

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Huw! I appreciate it, mate. Billy

  • @DesertBumWoodWorkn
    @DesertBumWoodWorkn4 жыл бұрын

    That really came out nice Billy. Merry Christmas To you and your Family

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Chuck! And to you and yours, my friend! Billy

  • @IrishChippy
    @IrishChippy4 жыл бұрын

    It turned out real nice Billy, despite the mishap with the finial. Happy Christmas to you all over there

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Pascal! Happy Christmas to you and yours as well, mate! Billy

  • @daveb.misc.2589
    @daveb.misc.25894 жыл бұрын

    really nice ornament billy! ive GOT to try makin some of those! i know....its too late really for Christmas this year. but, im not on a time schedule! well done bud!

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Dave! I really appreciate it! Billy

  • @markkemp9253
    @markkemp92534 жыл бұрын

    Nice job merry Christmas from yamba Australia

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Mark! And a merry Christmas to you and yours! Billy

  • @cortlandhunt4721
    @cortlandhunt47214 жыл бұрын

    Good job Billy! Looks good! 👍🇺🇸 I finally got out in the shop today worked on Sycamore bowl. Got results from my MRI. Ends up I got a cyst on my spinal cord between 4-5 lumbar. Type cyst is usually 95% benign, but it’s going to give me good and bad days. Go see a specialist Wednesday for options. Have a great Holiday Season my friend..

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Cort! I hope they get you fixed up! I have permanent damage to my sciatic nerve (between L4 & 5) so I understand fully. All the best this holiday season to you and yours, my friend! Billy

  • @JTLEE-zd2ig

    @JTLEE-zd2ig

    Жыл бұрын

    Praying for good tests, & wise insight from all the medical staff, and fast healing by God's care.

  • @ClairesCraftyCorner
    @ClairesCraftyCorner4 жыл бұрын

    Billy its absolutely beautiful .. honestly love it ! ❤❤ the finial? Is that how you spell it ? Lol its soooo intricate and just makes the piece xxx

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Claire! Yes, that is the correct spelling. And thanks for watching! Billy

  • @russellgloyd2577
    @russellgloyd257711 ай бұрын

    Can you put that tape measure on the smallest part of the finial I'm curious how small you guys can make them

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    11 ай бұрын

    Sorry, I can't post a picture on the comments, but it measures 1/8" at the thinnest part. But I've made them smaller... about 1/16". But the wood has to be a tight straight grain for that.

  • @suzetteedwards7956
    @suzetteedwards79564 жыл бұрын

    That's beautiful. I have to try that. What kind of dye do you use? I've been looking for something that colors without hiding the grain.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Suzette! It's FolkArt Ultra. I got it from Hobby Lobby, but it's also available on Amazon. amzn.to/2DUN0Gl Billy

  • @Leefywood
    @Leefywood4 жыл бұрын

    I’m not a Christmas person but I enjoyed how you made it. Not a lover of the music either but thanks for sharing. Keep um coming.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Wayne. I quit using music a few months back, but I just couldn't help myself with this one. Billy

  • @lizchelgren1270
    @lizchelgren12703 жыл бұрын

    hi Billy, new subscriber. Where'd you find th ChinesTallow. I would like to try some of it. thanks JC

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Liz! A friend has two tress and they often drop limbs in her yard. When they do she calls me. Billy

  • @w4baham
    @w4baham2 жыл бұрын

    Very nice. What is your source for the brass screwed in eyelets?

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Don! I don't use brass eyelets. I make my own using nichrome wire. I show you how in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m59tsZmTqMmefc4.html Billy

  • @w4baham

    @w4baham

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheMessyStudio Thanks Billy. Looks like a good idea.

  • @randallnelson2452
    @randallnelson24523 жыл бұрын

    This video was instructive but hard to watch. I was distracted by the white stain on his shirt. It looked like a bird had relieved itself on his shirt. But he did a good job turning the ornament.

  • @TheMessyStudio

    @TheMessyStudio

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Randall! If I only turned in clean shirts, I'd never have any. LOL Billy