As a pastel and charcoal portrait artist I never, never thought resin or epoxy could make a fine art piece. Boy, did you make me change my mind. This piece is so fine! lol

@SpragueWoodturning

14 күн бұрын

Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

I rarely ever comment, but I wanted to tell you how much I love your commentary. I have watched other woodturners, but after watching you, I always come back to rewatch your videos because you explain what went wrong, how it didn't turn out to your vision, and how you problem solve. As an artist, I find it encouraging. Let's be real, it's not often that projects happen without incident. Painting, charcoal portraits, whatever the project, there's always something that happens. I find you inspiring. Thank you for sharing both the ups and downs of your process. Please don't ever stop.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Good to hear this!

@user-if9pn8su6z

7 ай бұрын

I concur ❤

@jerlynneallison6361

2 ай бұрын

AMEN!! 😍😁👍👏

Watching this I recall a colleague’s comment of me (I’m a software engineer) - ‘you never make stupid mistakes, only very very clever ones’. Ha! Great recovery!

@SpragueWoodturning

11 күн бұрын

Very true, lol. Thanks

Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us. You say your videos are to long but they are not. Your videos go so fast because your teaching and making us laugh. Another beautiful piece.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Glad you like them! Thanks

Your unhappy little accident you couldn’t live with turn out to be an ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS piece! 💕

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I like it when creators show the mistakes that happen in the videos. I agree with you, Jim. You show your repairs and mistakes. Thanks for the excellent content and your works of art!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

I've said it time and again, and I'll say it again, absolutely beautiful I love the spalted maple and the resin is fantastic

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Wow Wow!! Excellent work. You sir have taught me I’m not the only one who makes mistakes and can’t go to bed knowing that it there and not fix it. Cheers from California.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Such a perfect work of art Jim, you outdo yourself I'm every video! See ya next Friday!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

That turned out lovely! And what is great about your channel is the teachable moments. I learn so much from you Jim. Thanks for all your works of art you share with us in the KZread world. ❤❤❤❤

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

I love going back and looking at these older videos and looking at these beautiful works of art all over again. Never ceases to amaze me. I love being reminded of how beautiful they are.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

Your channel has become my therapy

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Great to hear, thanks!

Love your format, it makes your channel what it is. One of the best turning channel on KZread. This piece is beautiful, the maple if stunning. Thank you for all the hard work you share with us.🌿 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

You are the Wizard of Wood. You know how to turn something ugly into a woek of art.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Another favorite! I look forward to each video. Don't cut out the problems you encounter, it makes it even more interesting.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Very nice, my wife was impressed! That is a big deal!😊 Designer epoxy

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Lol, thanks!

I know I say this all the time but this looks like it could just be my new favorite. I love the flare in the neck of the vase. So classic!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Another fabulous piece. I like that you keep the mistakes in. It's interesting to see how you fix them and it shows that mistakes happen and can be fixed, and a beautiful piece can still be achieved. :)

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I love that the soft, rotting wood becomes something this gorgeous with the cool spalting -- and that it can be saved -- and glorious!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@TheLippythelion69

5 ай бұрын

Beautiful

With the spalting the color and shape, looks almost Native American. This is absolutely gorgeous. I love all parts of these videos.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I'm not a woodworking person. However, I'm a quilter and coming from a quilter perspective I like when other quilters leave in mistakes and how to fix the problems is a great learning experience. You do great work!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I am glad you have Designer Epoxy as a sponsor. That is how I learned about them. You are a talented turner, I really like your stuff.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

I took a long break from watching, but I see now why I enjoyed them so much in the first place!

@SpragueWoodturning

7 ай бұрын

Welcome back! Thanks

It's very gratifying to see you using those shavings...thank you. I appreciate your sticking with your own aesthetician rather than listen to the peanut gallery. And, yes, I did appreciate seeing how you did the "fix," and generally how you work!!

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

The spalted maple never disappoints. Love the video, all the work, and fixing make this piece worth even more. Thanks again for your transparency, I learn so much! Love my Friday mornings with You!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you too!

@dinkvjr

8 ай бұрын

With you 💯

From two pieces of bad firewood to hi art. Thank for the show

@SpragueWoodturning

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Every evening my husband and I watch at least one of your videos! I just over watching you create such beautiful pieces of art! I love your explanation and detail of how you make your pieces! Thank you!!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

From my brain to yours...I was so pleased you fixed that line. If that had been my project the line difference would have driven me bat sh*t crazy! I also just adored the shape! It's something different and I loved it!! I also am glad you show your mistakes as well. You should! No none is perfect and it's important to see how different people handle different situations. Beautiful beautiful piece Jim. Something you should really be proudful of!!! Thanks for another great video. I learn so very much from you! Designer Epoxy

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it!

Exactly, we can fast forward if we get impatient. But I for one find you correcting “mistakes” the most entertaining bits. I love your work and following your creative journey.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

I’ve said it after every video you’ve made lately but I mean it when I say that I’m continually amazed by the beautiful work that you do! I keep thinking that the next piece can’t possibly top your previous work but it just keeps getting better! I just love your work and look forward to seeing your videos each week.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

Always show the "not what I intended" and how you deal with it. Nothing more frustrating for someone new or learning than only showing the perfect stuff. Tends to inspire the I can't attitude when everybody else seems to make it perfect every time.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Agreed, thanks!

Designer epoxy. The spalted maple is truly beautiful as is all spalted wood. Great job , keep up the great creations.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

We saw a lot of new steps in this one. It always amazes how much time it takes to create these masterpieces. I never tire of watching you create. Thanks Jim. 💕

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

It certainly does, thanks!

That spalted maple is really something else! Fabulous! And keep showing us the good and the bad… in the end, it’s all good. 😊

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

With the light on inside it looks like a sunrise. For my money its one of your best pieces to date 👍🏾

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

I appreciate that, thanks

Jim struggling to get a casting out of the bucket used to be my favorite part of the video. Now, it's him getting covered with resin shavings. 😊 beautiful piece as always!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Lol, thank you very much!

I dont do wood turning and never have, I watch your videos just for the sheer art work you produce, I love watching you create such amazing pieces which truly are works of art. Love this piece also. Hi from Australia!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

What a stunning piece, I love everything about it. The cloud effect of the shavings is awesome, and just the form of the vase too. Thanks again so much for sharing your work with us.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Out of all seven different wood, turners that I watch videos making bowls, and this is the most beautiful bowl I ever seen thank you for the great videos. I learned a lot and hopefully one day I can start making them like that.

@robertkurilla7859

8 ай бұрын

Designer, Apoxsee

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

I'm not a wood turner, merely an appreciative watcher, but I really like your commentaries. If a mistake is made, it's important to know how to fix it or change it, or even turn it into something else. I enjoy seeing all the incredible objects you produce. You are very talented and very appreciated.

@SpragueWoodturning

6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I always says sharing is power. You share the good and the errors. Thank you for sharing. Your piece is also a work of art.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Seeing how you overcome the challenges adds another layer to the artistry of these beautiful pieces. I'm so glad I found your channel. It's become my go-to relaxing before bedtime viewing.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks

We step-children need love too, lol. Glad you found a lovely use for the casting leftovers.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

Designer epoxy should be paying you big time for your work, it's stunning. I love the flecks of gold in the mid section. I love the entire piece's composition also.

@SpragueWoodturning

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I feel you’re completely right Jim, the balance is there now.. the wood is beautiful … The whole design is just gorgeous ❤❤

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

A Gorgeous piece of artwork Jim! Beautiful! Keep growing Jim! We all learn from our mistakes! Thank you for sharing yours. You are a spectacular teacher! 👏👏👏

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much

Designer epoxy. I think your choice of color really gave the piece an aged look that blends so well with the spalting in the maple. Good fix/redo. 👍🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

The shavings looked like Easter lol. I enjoyed seeing the mistakes, it shows how you fix problems and that you are still learning. It came out fantastic

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

Okay, this is gonna be a longer comment... sorry (kinda). First, you share your "failures", and self-stated pain, anguish and disappointment. I LOVE that. You keep it real and let the rest of us beginners know that if it happens, its okay and fixable (for the most part). Next, You EXPLAIN the process and give the whys behind it all. THANK YOU. Not everything is perfect, nor should it be. The length of the videos is perfect, because it shows the whole process and that, to me, is wildly interesting. I also dig that your explain about temperatures, since I'm in Colorado, it gets cold here, as it does in Canada. Lastly, final results?? STUNNING. Stunning, stunning, stunning. Did I mention it is STUNNING?? Its gorgeous. Side note, my nickname that an old friend gave me a while back is Kintsugi, because I've been through A LOT in life and I keep fixing myself into a better person, but keeping that perfectly imperfect. So, there you go. Thanks, Jim. Take care and Much Love from Colorado Springs!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank you very much!

This is an amazing showcase of your skills. Thank you for showing how you fix these issues it helps us see different ways than what we may think. Your videos are aiways educational and fun. Please keep them coming. 105k is just around the corner,and you deserve it.

@dinkvjr

8 ай бұрын

He's so underrated imo. He should have way more subs! Right?!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I love watching your videos just because you show the whole process. I work in a totally different industry, live in an apartment, and have no lathe whatsoever, but watching how a beautiful piece comes to life is like a meditation to me.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

That is awesome! Thanks so much!

It has been said that you learn more from your failures, than your successes. Thank so much for leaving them in.😊

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

work of art

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Lol, thanks

@thomascary1752

8 ай бұрын

Designer Epoxy

That was entertaining and informative. I love that you teach. Awesome work as always.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I don't get to do nearly as much woodworking as I want, but even as primarily a knitter and household DIY person, the creative process of rescuing a didn't-turn-out piece is super valuable and relatable for me.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Mistakes can happen to everyone-not everyone can turn them into art. You always turn them into something beautiful. Thanks for that.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I've said it before, but I'll reiterate that I think that the hollow forms are where you seem to just let yourself have fun and get really creative. Such a beautiful piece! The color difference between the bottom and the collar wood is so dynamic and adds so much beauty and character. When you first started to rough out the shape, the flat plane right below the collar was reminiscent of a Greek amphora and I got all excited. I would love to see that shape done at some point! Frankly, I don't mind the longer videos as they let us see the full process. I like seeing the mistakes and fixes, how you go about the whole thing. But I also really appreciate seeing the creative process others go through when they make a thing. All in all, another amazing creation ❤️

@courtneymayfield3380

8 ай бұрын

I agree, Jim’s hollow forms are absolutely stunning! All of his work is fantastic but his hollow forms are exceptional.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Been a few comments about the amphora form, didn't see it at the time, but I certainly do now, lol. Thanks!

The spalted Maple vessel is beautiful Jim. Nice work,as always.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

Working on new superlatives, this one is delightfully elegant. Love it. Best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I love watching you talk through your decision process, and how you think your way through problems. Other people can do the "wood-lathe-presto-bowl" algorithm pleasing. Anyone whose interest is sparked by their videos will want to look deeper afterwards, and here you are 😄

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Hi Jim. This is a truly stunningly beautiful piece. The spalted maple is awesome and the middle band reminds me of pictures of far away galaxies photographed by JWST. Really, really amazing. As always, have a great weekend buddy!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

This is officially my favorite piece of yours! It's absolutely beautiful! Everything about it is exceptional. Great work, Jim!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

From two narly pieces of wood to a beautiful hollow form. Great job Jim!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

I love the inclusion of when things don't go as planned. Errors, mistakes, and accidents (or simply changing your mind!) are part of the creative process. I think they have the potential for making a video more interesting even if they make it longer.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Everywhere you look there was something pretty to see. Sometimes creations become something more that you could ever hope for. Here's to many, many more beautiful moments. Thanks for what you do and share. Keep well..

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Well said! Thanks

Awesome hollow form! I love the way the translucent shavings reflect in the epoxy, gives it a "magical" sparkly affect.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Love how this turned out. I'm also glad you upgraded your toaster oven. I may or may not have respectfully raised my voice at my computer screen that you needed a bigger one.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Lol. Thank you very much!

I looked back on this today and decided it is one of my most favorites.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks again!

WOW !! Love what it look like with the illumination !!

@SpragueWoodturning

20 күн бұрын

Thank you very much!

Spalted maple is awesome! Thanks for sharing the “Oops” moments and how you deal with them. That is really helpful. Designer Epoxy

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Very nice work Jim. I like watching your mistakes and repairs. If you're not making mistakes, you are not turning enough. Designer Epoxy.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I got a chuckle from you not liking how it was uneven between the wood and the shavings and thought to myself OCD much?😂😂😂 but know that I love watching a master at his craft! All of your videos have shown beautiful objects! Thank you for sharing your works with us!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

I think you may be right about the OCD. Ha ha! Thanks!

I appreciate how you explained the spalting. I’ve heard you say it many times but never understood what it meant. Every project is better than the last. ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks

New t-shirt design coming in an alternative future from Sprague Woodturning: "My therapist said I have adhesion issues since resin came into my life." Thank you, Jim, for taking us through the entire process in creating this beautiful hollow form. It made me appreciate the end product even more!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Ha ha! Thanks so much!

Designer Epoxy. I for one, am glad for your “warts and all” approach. I have probably learned more from watching you solve problems than any other part of your videos. Thanks for the great content.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

A gorgeous piece looks like a sunrise/sunset with clouds.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Designer epoxy Wanna throw my name in the hat for the giveaway. I don't do woodwork, but I've been watching your videos for a long time, I've seen many of them multiple times. I love that you talk, explain things, and aren't afraid to show the things that don't always go right. It's true that if you build it they will come. ❤ your channel and overall demeanor.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

That wood is SOOO very pretty!! The resin shavings look like clouds, so pretty!! I also love the spot near the top where it turned out transparent.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I appreciate you showing how you fix mistakes. This is a great way for all of us to learn new things. Great work on this beautiful hollow form.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I can’t tell you how much I’ve learned from you.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks again!

Absolutely AWESOME I love the shape of this piece so nice to see. The Spalting is really wonderful. Jim I am so happy that you liked this piece and I do hope you will continue to use the resin shavings. Thanks for another great video. Please keep safe and well.😘😘💖💖

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

I'm glad you like it, thanks

I love that you share the issues and how to correct or avoid the problem! Thank you

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

I love the way the light shifts as it turns

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Me too. Thanks

Like all your pieces this one is beautiful. Thank you for having the patience to film videos like this. Designer Epoxy

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I love watching how you bring a new life to wood most of us just can’t imagine. You are a true artist. The best moment after watching all the changes each project goes through is when you wipe it down with the denatured alcohol. Wow!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Designer Epoxy. Jim I love theses videos where things don’t go as planned and how you go about correcting the problem. Beautiful results as usual.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Several headaches but turned out phenomenal. It looks like wood marble. So many colors. Thank you for the great work Jim. AND please leave as much footage as possible. Your videos show the WHOLE story. Cutting out parts would interrupt the flow & disorient folks. Another beautiful piece Jim. Among the very best. 👍

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

This is outstandingly lovely, Jim. Did you notice the tiny owl peeking out of the wood on the bottom half? That is what made it so fascinating for me, and a real selling point!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

No I didn’t. Thanks

I absolutely love your work at Designer epoxy. It's simply groovy.

@SpragueWoodturning

7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Turning can be learned, correcting errors takes experience, skill, and a deep knowledge of your materials. Very helpful, please keep them in. Great piece, and use of what would be waste.

@SpragueWoodturning

Ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

In hundred years it will still be beautiful.

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

That is amazing. You were right to follow your vision of the finished piece. Thanks for leaving in your opprotunities for improvement. Great job.

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

All the adversities is part of the adventure ;) I like seeing all the parts that don't go as planned . Makes the final product even more impressive :) Love the line pattern in the neck. All the colours ended up perfect together

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

I love the solid lines separating the epoxy and wood. The purple and gold go CRAZY together!

@SpragueWoodturning

7 ай бұрын

Glad you like it! Thanks

I didn't think I'd like this one, especially when you cut it apart. I really like it alot!! You have a great eye for knowing what to do, so I should have known it would be great!!! Thanks!

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Designer epoxy. Wonderful design. I really like this vase. I do think it's important to show mistakes and how you overcome them. After all that's how we learn.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Don’t stress too much on the analytics, KZread viewers are fickle. One week they’ll love something, next week hate it. 😅 I love your videos that show your process through learning new techniques, mistakes and all. I also love your voice overs. Personally, I’m not a fan of the sounds of just the turning because it’s so high pitched and sensory issues protest 😬 but, that’s just me. 🤗 I’m so excited to see your new shop I can hardly wait! ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Me too, thanks!

That spalted maple is absolutely gorgeous!!!! Love the artwork as usual!!! Thank you again for keeping the “repair” footage in the video!! Excellent job!!!

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Glad you like them! Thanks

As a machinist who's medium is almost always metal/steel, your internal work is very impressive. Anytime while boring you lose rigidity on your tooling immediately. Your steady rest and laser are very intriguing. Nice work.

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

A great man admits his mistakes. A even greater man shows you how he works to fix them.

@SpragueWoodturning

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!!