Hey Jim. I’m a sheller. I clean my shells with white vinegar. Try putting some in a bowl covering them with vinegar. The bubbling begins instantly as the vinegar starts dissolving the calcium carbonate. Be sure to check the shells often so the vinegar does not damage the shell. Rinse with water and clean off with a toothbrush. Have fun.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome tip! Thanks 😊

@DDRWakaLaka

Жыл бұрын

About how long do you leave them in for?

@oldpokemonmaster

Жыл бұрын

Designer epoxy

Again I'm in love with it it is natural material

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

The mussel shells are very popular, thanks 😊

How amazing from a humble shell.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Love this bowl and inlay!!Beautiful ❤❤

@SpragueWoodturning

4 ай бұрын

It’s one of my favorite too! Thanks

Love the look of the shells

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Me too! Thanks

Inlay topic has been presented by a number of community members. But you made it very nicely, humble and suggestive way you let us stay with you all the time, with literally over the shoulder. (Never mind excellent craftsmanship and final result!) Many thanks, Jim. I am definitely encouraging you to continue with your video diaries! Thanks again, Andrei

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Andre!

Man oh man....gorgeous work...love to call this my own.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

Stunning! I live along the Atlantic and I’ve always assumed mussel shells were just all black. Who knew!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Just that outer casing is black, total blue under it. Thanks

Amazing every time you make something

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Beautiful exquisite piece of art 🎨 😊

Absolutely incredible

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Beautiful result

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Unbelievably Beautiful! I love the "Salad Bowl" finish it makes the wood shine through!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is, I like shiny. Thanks 🙏

Thankyou. It is very kind of you to share your knowledge with the rest of us.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

It’s my pleasure. Thanks 🙏

Absolutely brilliant!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

I like how it gives a marble effect, thanks 😊

So so beautiful! Gorgeous!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

I never understood the addiction to lathing. These people just love it. My handle for my favorite non-stick pan ended up breaking off, and I needed a replacement, so I used my cordless drill to use as a small lathe, and carved out a fancy little handle with a copper wire inlay. Now I want a lathe really bad, because that was so much fun.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

And that’s where it begins, lol. Thanks for watching!

Beautiful work Jim. The gouge finish you have is amazing. It looks like it doesn’t need sanding at all. Wonderful to watch!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

I wish that was true, haha. Thanks tho, Jim.

I love the blue shell inlays

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

It’s my favorite shell, thanks!

That is a fantastic look! We live on the West Coast of Canada with abundant access to shells. Glad you mentioned the use of a respirator when sanding the shells. I was told by an artist who works with shells that the dust is quite toxic. Great work and instruction!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Guy!

Just seeing this, it's beautiful!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

I LOVE this inlay. Much more than copper wire!!! Beautiful!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, lol. Thanks

What a stunning combination, the shells in the inlay truly pop against the gorgeous wood. ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

10 ай бұрын

Agreed, thanks!

I already have collected my mussel shells (Pacific), so your video timing was spot on! Had not thought to sand the barnacle skin off. I have three different mesh sizes for my oyster shells, so good there. Thanks for sharing your techniques!!!😍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome 🙏🏻

Gorgeous!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Theresa!

Very nice,,first left handed lathe I’ve seen,,thanks for sharing,,🐝safe

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Hi Jim, I recently discovered your channel and instantly became a fan. I have only recently become the owner of my first lathe. It's only a small worktop mounted machine which I saved for to aid me in my wooden ring making. Prior to this I've only ever used a lathe once before when I was allowed to make a bowl at school, aged 12, for being in the top 5 in woodwork class (as we call it here in England).Now I have it, I find I can't stop wanting to do more and try bigger tools and equipment. I live in what others call a 'deprived community'. We believe we live in a united community and will collectively own better equipment in the future and use our skills to improve our lot. Thank you for passing your knowledge to us. 🙌🙌🙌👍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

That was awesome! Thank you for sharing 🤙🏽🤙🏽

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks

Beautiful!!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Can I come over and do all your shells, twisted wire and any other little jobs that can hold you up. I just love your imagination that turns out such unique work.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Lol, thanks!

Designer Epoxy - Nice wish I knew this when I lived in California....but I did not turn then -nice work and thanks for sharing!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

wow.... Stunning ❤

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Such a beautiful piece from simple unassuming materials. Created by the hands of a craftsman.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Beautiful as always..

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

It looks beautiful !!!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Garry from Moncton here. I love ths shell inlay.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

It’s one of my favorites, thanks Garry!

Really like the depth given with this inlay, goes a long way. Way to make it look easy. Beautiful work and product as always. Thanks Jim

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Beautiful

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

As always a great video! Beautiful bowl and the inlay really sets it apart.💕💕💕💕💕

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I absolutely love that bowl! So beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rita!

@darrenherndier6967

3 жыл бұрын

@@SpragueWoodturning v

Big Thumbs up from the east coast pure art brother you are amazing in what you do man love it !

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate it!

Another gorgeous bowl.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan!

What a beautiful bowl!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I really love that .

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

The shell inlay truly gives this beautiful bowl a lot of class. The glue seems to pull out the blue color of these shells. Great job. This piece of wood is gorgeous. Fantastic masterpiece!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Thanks Jim.. another really beautiful piece.. Really appreciate the thorough way you go through the entire process.. I’m tempted to try something similar with local oyster shells and maybe resin.. Here’s hoping your subscriber numbers keep growing as you well deserve the recognition 😊

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gareth, over 2500 in the last 28 days. Jim.

I don't have the patience for it but I sure do have the appreciation for it! Nice job, Jim, the finished product looks rich and warm. Phil

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, give it a go, once you start you can’t stop, lol.

Terrific! All the work paid off with a truly beautiful work of art.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Edwin!

I like like the shell inlay and have quite a collection of clams mussels and abalone. Guess I now know what to do with them! Beautiful bowl.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

You can find a link in the description for the glue, lol. Thanks.

Beautiful!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Fascinating, beautiful and elegant! Good work!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Jim. You’re a great teacher! Very nice bowl

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Great looking finish. I would never have thought about using mussel shells for an inlay. When at the beach with my grandsons they collect them so now I know what’s going to happen to them now. 👍

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, thanks

Very nice bowl 👍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve!

Gorgeous! You are a master bowl maker!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you!

BEE-YOU-TI-FUL! OMG, this turned out to be a beautiful inlayed bowl. I cant believe how much it looks like abalone shell, its great! Thank you for sharing!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks.

@wbwillie

3 жыл бұрын

mussels and abalone aren't that different though are they?

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

wbwillie No, and way cheaper, lol.

@wbwillie

3 жыл бұрын

@@SpragueWoodturning I would imagine

Okay, off I go looking for mussel shells now!! Really like the look of this one. Well done. It’s another stunning piece. 😍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeanie!

That finish is _glorious_ !

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Hi jim.i just found your channel a few days ago and am completely hooked . You do amazing work . Thank you for sharing your work with all of us

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Aine, stay tuned, got lots of good stuff coming up. Jim.

I can see that I’ll be taking a trip to the beach this winter to pick up some mussel shells.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

There free so why not, lol.

Beautiful work! Thanks!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Very cool. Thank you!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for watching!

Amazing!!!!!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Beautiful work!

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

Looks great

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mac!

Excellent project! I am inspired. turned out really nice!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

That is a beautiful bowl great job Mr. Jim

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Looks fantastic!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Awesome! Worth spending money on!!! 😍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Really nice, Jim! Love the look of the shell pieces! Billy

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

It’s one of my best sellers, thanks.

Absolutely gorgeous! I now have to go collect some shells. :)

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim.

Firstly Thank You 🙏🏽 for sharing your craft. I'm going to try that with resin, see if it works,,,, stunning work

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

No problem, thanks for watching. Jim.

Thats very pretty bowl .

@SpragueWoodturning

5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I am in awe of your talent. I have a lath and some tools but I have not started. I am hoping that I can get started learning this incredible craft.

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Get er done! You’ll love it! Thanks

Beautiful work Jim! We have a number of your pieces, and get compliments all the time on how beautiful they are! We’ve even sent some of your work to Germany as gifts to our friends there. 😊❤️

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support, Michael!

@Starbond you need to sponsor this guy.

Great job, funny I never realized until this video you are left handed. Thanks for sharing. I will give it a try.

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

I have the curse! Thanks, lol.

I just accidentally came across your Channel and you're woodturning inlay caught my attention, absolutely beautiful work thank you for sharing and I have subscribed to your Channel.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks!

Very shiny bowl, and you always did some special inlay, 👍👍👍

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Your work is beautiful and your videos are helpful in learning the craft

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Penny.

Love this inlay! Btw, you have beautiful penmanship!

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Not bad for a lefty, lol. Thanks

@valeriefuqua4641

Жыл бұрын

@@SpragueWoodturning Honestly, a lot of different kinds of people have terrible handwriting. My brother's a righty and his writing is so awkward it's hard to figure out what the letters are supposed to be. I see chicken scratch, flowery-to-the-point-of-illegible, lazy, misspelled, ultra-tiny, too-big, balloon and all kinds of handwriting that's just awful to try and read! Honestly, I just want to recognize you for caring enough to do well and also for having the skill to pull it off too!

great idea and inspiration thanks

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, Jim.

New subscriber have watched about 5 videos so far and am extremely happy with your content. Amazing bowl.

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks 🙏

very cool!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Well done to see the artistic works. It's so great job. Thank you

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks 🙏

Your work is fantastic be safe

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim.

Very informative you covered all the steps...........

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Congratulations. Beautiful work. Hug from Brazil for you !!!!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Great, thanks.

I have been thinking of doing some inlays on some bowls I have made some jewellery inlays on the lathe a bowl should just be a bigger ring lol! Great job and idea! It looks beautiful!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Old Guy Wood Works Thanks 🙏

Man, your channel is fantastic! Keep up the great content 👏

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks Matt!

Really beautiful! I found some nice shells in my cousins fish tank, but got caught, so off to the beach it is...

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, ya they usually don’t like that, thanks.

Es una gran suerte 👌 para mi ver tu trabajo ☺️

@SpragueWoodturning

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

im in Nova Scotia bro ! born in BC !

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Great, I miss the ocean! Thanks

A lot of work, but the result is a good wage! It looks beautiful! 👍👍👍🇩🇪🇨🇦

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Very nice turning enjoy the video you have a blessed day

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim!

I also chanced upon your channel. Brilliant work. Keep it up!

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, please share it with your friends, thanks 🙏🏻

Excellent video, thanks for sharing! I've not done inlays in wood yet but have done a few silver rings - if you use a diamond file, credit card size ones are cheap, you should be able to fill the inlay well above the recess and cut it back no problem.

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think this will work, the CA or resin will clog the diamond card. Thanks

@leftmono1016

2 жыл бұрын

@@SpragueWoodturning - it works fine on silver inlay rings where I’ve used CA to set lapis lazuli and other hard stones. Ground down no problem but obviously less volume of material. Just checked and it’s the double sided folding diamond files on Amazon which I’ve used. Always used wet which may help avoid clogging?

@suecollins3246

2 жыл бұрын

Jim, go onto a channel called Zebrano Wood Craft. Dan has a very nice finishing technique and he always makes sure his inlays stand proud of the surface. He uses Titanium Carbide sandpaper, I believe and appears to have no problem sanding even quite hard inlays flat.

I like the way you tell us what tool you're using!

@SpragueWoodturning

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Turned out fantastic. Nice work. Nice job. Just saw my spelling mistake an had to edit it 😂

@SpragueWoodturning

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Definitely liked seeing you use a respirator, most people don't understand how much dust is involved in turning. I was wondering if shells, abalone or mother of pearl, make you break out after working with them? Might need extra precautions if they do 😁 very sharp inlay 🥰

@SpragueWoodturning

Жыл бұрын

I’ve never had a problem with with breaking out with anything but MOP can be very bad for your lungs. I always wear the respirator when finish turning. Thanks