Nice to meet another left handed wood turner.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

We’re in short supply, lol. Thanks 🙏

Many decades ago my tutor told me that, in order to be a good teacher, you need a thorough knowledge of the subject and the ability to impart that knowledge. I added the willingness to impart that knowledge. It’s so good of you to take the time to share your expertise 🌞

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s been a pleasure to pass on knowledge, KZread has been so rewarding to me, thanks for watching!

@lulabettiparker1038

2 жыл бұрын

@@SpragueWoodturningI watch as my social life,my fun time.I am 71 and disabled,limited of outside activities I really enjoy what you do.I love the beautiful work you do.You make my every day better and brighter. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH.Do you ever sell small works that seniors can afford ?even very imperfect work.I would love to have anything you make.How would one contact you?

@smurillo3703

8 ай бұрын

AGREE ❤️

Once again you are amazing. I have seen a few other woodturner and I can truthfully say that I love your work more then any others I have seen so far. If I had a dream it would be to spend a week with you in your work shop making awesome things. Not to keep for myself but to just experience the joy of seeing something unique happen. As I approach my 70th year and failing health I could never get to visit you so I am restricted to watching your videos. For this I am so thankful to have come across you on you tube. May you be abundantly blessed in your creative world as well as your health and your family life. You are one awesome man.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

Nice to see someone using the tools for more than their official use.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Jim, Jim, Jim,,,,,,, you have created how I envision the parting of the Red Sea. Great piece!!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a pretty cool piece, thanks 🙏

From rotten pieces of wood to a thing of beauty. I love your work and as I am a person with no woodworking or epoxy knowledge, I thank you for an editorial that I can understand the process of how you created these beautiful results. 😌😂

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

So far it is beautiful. You keep topping yourself. Every piece is more spectacular than the previous one.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

You have a wealth of knowledge on your craft and you must have invested heavily on your equipment. Thanks so much.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I have! Probably 25k to make things related to the lathe. Thanks 😊

I live the combination of that magenta with the burls. The contrasts are stunning ❤❤❤❤❤❤

@SpragueWoodturning

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I have 1 suggestion you can try if you like. While drying your wood in the toaster oven, when it begins to smoke and creates moisture, you can prop the toaster door open about 1/16 to 1/4 inch to allow moisture to escape which stops the moisture from sitting in and building up inside the over! I’ve done this and it dries a lot faster. Just a suggestion anyhow! I absolutely love the “blue resin” I never get tired of seeing you use it! I absolutely love your work and channel 👏👏👏👏👏

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your suggestion, I will put it to use next time. Jim

Your perfectionism is commendable!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Magical Magenta. Looks like a river that can only be seen from above.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Lots of map comments, thanks

Love you’re honest about the issues and hold your quality of work too high standards. Can’t wait to see it when you solve the finish problems. Beautiful craftsmanship as always.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, still working on it, lol.

I love your explanations of how to use your various products. Thanks.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Vernon!

One thing's for certain, wood crafting of any type is a never ending learning process. Very nice piece Jim.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It sure is, thanks 🙏

Beautiful color, beautiful burel, beautiful plater. Thank you for not using blue.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, your the blue hater, haha. Thanks!

Oh my… that is beautiful! This magenta is very pretty with the Mother of Pearl

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice video, I enjoyed that you show how to fix the little imperfections and the true nature of woodworking, its all about overcoming the obstacles to end up with a unique and beautiful product. I've learnt a lot from your videos, thank you.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

That’s great! Thank you for watching!

You said it, Jim. That is awesome. It is so hard to believe that the burl comes from a tree and not the ocean. Well done. 👍👍

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty awesome! Thanks

That magenta piece was just CRAZY BEAUTIFUL 👌 🌷. I'd love to see magenta used alongside a really hot blue.💗💙 But keeping the swirling going. 👍 AMAZING!!!!!!!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Jim what can I say you have such an ability to produce superb quality of workmanship it’s a pleasure to watch you create works of art all though I am a novice you inspire me to have a go thankyou

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks 🙏

The magenta pigment was the right choice! Awesome figure in the burl! Looks great Jim!!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brad!

The magenta is indeed beautiful. With the yellow wood I think dark green would look good too. Gramma Kat

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Totally! Thanks 😊

Jim another beauty......I like the magenta color. Thanks again for sharing.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It seems to be popular, thanks!

Just love the pearl look keep them coming Jim. My wife and i just love watching your channel together it's amazing how talented you are

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks 🙏

It’s been two months since your posting and according to my screen you have surpassed 26k subscribers. Congratulations 🎉🍾🎈

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, been doing uploads every week, thanks for watching!

Your not the only KZreadr that has compatibility issues with stabilizing resin...

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Good, I hate being alone, haha. Thanks

The finish brings out the pearl very good. Very pretty 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Love this platter...the color is spot on. Would make a great center piece on my table

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

All three of these players are absolutely awesome and beautiful. I like this one a lot but the blue one would be my favorite because I am partial to blue. Love them 💕

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

I’m a blue lover to, lol. Thanks

You are far more patient than I am. Nice job. I prefer the blue platter.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Trust me it was frustrating, lol. Thanks

Thanks for the platter comparison pictures. I thought the stabilizing would give truer colour to the burl, but with the comparison, I now think the blue platter without stabilizer is a more interesting and striking piece. Thanks for sharing and for the detail of your videos.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for watching!

This gorgeous platter would make an awesome lazy Susan for the middle of a table. Consider turning a small stand for it or a future platter with the lazy Susan mechanism in embedded

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

A lazy susan project is a good idea, can’t do it to this platter tho, lol.

@leisongivangomo5656

3 жыл бұрын

I was also thinking it’s to late for this piece; but a gorgeous piece of art twirling in the middle of a table would really sell. Especially as gorgeous as these box elder burl type platters.

This is another masterpiece! I absolutely love it! That Boxelder Burl has no limits! Gorgeous work and talent!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Thank You Jim for sharing this beautiful looking platter

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I like the blue, ghost and magenta, in that order. I like the different shades in the wood. I’d like to see a resin and burl project where the colour isn’t quite as opaque. Not wishy washy... but where more of the peaks and valleys in the wood are visible. As usual beautiful job! Stay safe.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I will show it on a bowl in a video sometime in the future, thanks

Thank you for always explaining everything so well.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, thanks 🙏

I love the blue with the mother of pearl, but I must say the magenta and mother of pearl is my absolute favorite! Great work Jim!! ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, need to do another one with the Magenta, thanks

@dottyharbison7156

2 жыл бұрын

Please do, that with the mother of pearl is gorgeous. Maybe with some blue with the same?

I stabilized a lot of burls but I learned a lot from this video. Lot's of tips to make my projects better.

@SpragueWoodturning

Ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks so much!

The piece looks fantastic, the resin is stunning as is the burl. Just another fine work of art by "Sprague Woodturning". Just outstanding sir, outstanding indeed. Thanks for the post and your channel, one of the best on KZread.🌿 ✨✨✨✨✨

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

It was interesting the process and struggles you had. In the end the platter bowl was still a successful project.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s still a really nice piece, thanks

Even for an experiment, truly beautiful 💖 a job well done! Thank you 🥰

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

That's my favorite piece so far it's absolutely beautiful

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, it’s a beaut!

Chrystal Purple Pursuasion, my favorite ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Love the magenta!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! Thanks 🙏

Love the plater ,this is my husband favorite color

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Wow, just wow. You should be very proud.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

I enjoy watching you create your magic. They are beautiful. I have watched others working with resin and they sand 4 or 5 times and go up to (I think it was) 1200 grade sandpaper. Nick Zamitti is another great artist with wood and resin. You keep up the good work. Be blessed.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joy!

Your artistic side is awesome. Really injoy watching what you do!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Him Jim.. thanks for taking us on your journey of discovery with these burl and resin creations.. I agree with you that this latest is probably the best of the three, but it’s a close call; it is most definitely a really beautiful piece of art.. by the way, don’t you go listening to all those complainers; BLUE resin is the best, haa haa 😁

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks 🙏

I like it and appreciate all the work you did to make it right! 😊

@SpragueWoodturning

4 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

As usual you blow me out of the water with what you do. Gorgeous, but still like the one with the ghost pigment in it.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Regardless of the finish struggles, this has easily been one of my favorite pieces that you have done.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Me too, thanks 🙏

A note to address your epoxy voids. As a retired iron worker. Welders often use a tool called. A needle gun. Remove the top to reveal the plunger. Great vibrator to use under your table. Note 2. Make sure the pieces are well secured and ready to rock & roll. This tool is a serious vibrator.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Someone else suggested this too, thanks 🙏🏻

Its very very pretty Jim! The combination of magenta and burl is just great! Thanks!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a beauty! Thanks 🙏

burl wood is so pretty and goes so well with the magenta very nice

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Wow! That’s an amazing piece 😍. I just really appreciate the way you go through the steps, issues an all, and guide us through your process. You’re one hell of a craftsman Jim and I learn something with every single one of your videos. 🙏

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I’m glad to help! Thanks 🙏

The wood is so unique. Love colors!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a very unique piece, thanks 😊

Jim very nice looks like a lava flow. We like it. Stay safe my friend

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It sure does, thanks 🙏

I like the blue one best. Vivid rich colour.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

You’re a perfectionist, Jim! Thanks for taking us on your learning process journey. Swirly, and pearly… full of peaks and valleys. Fascinating.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

Thank you, Jim, for the great pieces you have made but even more for the information shared regarding the steps taken. The pieces are very eye-popping. Excellent!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ray! I really appreciate it!

They are all fantastic but I am partial to the color red. Great job and I think it will end up perfect. Two thumbs up 👍 👍

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Janice!

Your channel is very informi am a new Turner and I've learned so much. I thank you, have an uber read with a new hobby

@SpragueWoodturning

9 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thanks

Awesome combo of colour and burl

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Wow Jim, that turned out beautiful. I love the color with the burl. As always, I love your videos. Thanks for all the great info.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jean!

Stunning platter

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Absolutely brilliant Jim 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Great choice with the colours of the resin it really works beautifully.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Very nice will be looking forward to seeing the final finished platter.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

looking great Jim can't wait to see it finished

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe!

It’s gorgeous. Obviously you’re a perfectionist. All the best from Bonnie Scotland.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

All 3 are beautiful.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Even with whatever finish issues you were having with this platter, it is beautiful. Always love watching your work and listening to you explain your process! Thank you. You really help a rookie turner such as myself.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Great Darryn, glad to help!

Like the color. The burl looks amazing. Wish i could find some of that....lol. great job as usual.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brent!

Beautiful platter. I love how you play with the colors. And the stabilizing definitely is a good idea!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@mildrednovember7410

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty amazing stuff🤗👍

Stunning platter Jim. I really like the color with the box elder. Even better than the blue.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty cool! Thanks

It's beautiful. I learned a lot from your commentary and watching you do this. Thank you

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I'm a huge fan of blue, too. I also love pearlescent finish. I discovered an acrylic paint additive, called iridescent medium, back in high school art class; it does the same thing, but for acrylic paints.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info, Jim

Love it.learn some thing every video.my wife bought me my very own micro wave!!!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I even use mine to heat up finish sometimes, lol.

Another nice piece Jim. The swirls look fantastic. I like how the grain comes out when you put the finish on. Stay safe and keep swatting the bugs.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏, if we get some frost tonight, that might do a good job on them! Back to swatting!

Again beautiful platter!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

WOW! That turned out great!!! Love it. ❤️

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

The box elder burl is amazing, and the magenta is one of my favorite colors, such a beautiful pattern

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Just another Awesome piece you have really been stepping your game up you’ve been putting out beautiful pieces each week love seeing what you come up with next thanks stay safe

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony, I really appreciate it!

Thank you Jim, you said it; fantastic. If things ever stabilize on my side, I will absolutely pick up a piece of your art.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Awesome piece Jim. I do like the Magenta color of this one. BEAUTIFUL!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Thanks for another great piece and a fun video. Til next week.....

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

I dig your work. Me I haven't got the talent you have but wood working has always been an interest of mine.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

"I did put mer merbles on top of the werd" :D Canadien accents are the best.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks eh! Lol. 🇨🇦🇨🇦

Beautiful platter Jim.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

love this even with the small blimishes

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Beautiful platter, Jim!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Stunning! I really enjoy seeing the beautiful items u are making

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Gorgeous! loving the colour. 😊

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

nice blend of form and color very nice piece !

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Seeing you struggle with bubbles in resin, I think a really useful tool would be a pot that does both pressure and vacuum. Maybe your transparent lid from the vacuum pot could be adapted on the pressure pot ? Then you switch to the pressure lid and let the resin cure. Hoping the pressure pot would does implode under vacuum. The transparent lid looks sturdy enough, certainly a manufacturer could propose a model that is equipped with the locks for the pressure pot :-)

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

I might be wrong but I don’t think the big soup pot that the vacuum chamber is made of can take that kind of pressure. My pressure pot is a lot more robust that the vacuum chamber. It would be great it they did both tho, thanks again!

What a wonderful skill you have.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

So beautiful! I love every piece you make! When I win, maybe I'll take the 4 hr drive to Petewawa to pick up my prize!🤔

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Ya never know, lol. It will save me the shipping! Thanks

Fantastic platter Jim. I bet it would have looked great in Blue!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

There would of been a revolt, haha. Thanks