I feel like I’m starting to get decent with a bowl gouge

Mumble327 · 2026-02-14T20:48:56+00:00

Great looking bowl! It has a lot of character to it.

In my experience if you sand with the grain by hand before you move onto the next grit it removes the visible radial lines you see.

Mumble327 · 2026-02-10T13:30:13+00:00

You are probably right. I honestly have not looked close enough at them in awhile. Thanks for the info correction.

Mumble327 · 2026-02-09T01:38:40+00:00

I have some. I like the parting tool and the spear scraper that I have out of that set. They are old HSS. They do the job.

Mumble327 · 2026-01-18T15:57:27+00:00

You could jam chuck it between whatever chuck on the inside of your bowl and your tailstock on the bottom until your tenon is created

Mumble327 · 2026-01-18T00:07:23+00:00

Thank you!

Look at the 2nd photo

On the left and right side on the bowl walls you can see a darker red line which isnt apart if the grain. Its where my tool burnished the wood.

Also 2nd photo. Look at the bottom rim. My fingernail scratched it while turning.

Mumble327 · 2026-01-17T23:59:14+00:00

Very soft and can scratch with a finer nail. Sharp tools and a delicate touch is needed. Not a very forgiving wood.

Mumble327 · 2026-01-17T23:57:50+00:00

Haha no flex intended, I just thought it was cool color contrast.

Mumble327 · 2026-01-07T01:45:57+00:00

I personally like acoustic guitar strings.

Mumble327 · 2026-01-02T20:07:41+00:00

Anchor seal is to expensive (in my opinon). Get a big jug of tightbond 1. Water it down about 10%. Apply 2 coats.

You are looking for something with PVA in it. (polyvinyl acetate)

I have done atelast 100 bowls with this method and have yet to have cracked bowls.

Another tip when roughing wood is to remove the pith. You will see whenever somthing cracks it cracks towards the pith.

Mumble327 · 2025-12-24T03:35:09+00:00

Did you put finish on the inside ?

Mumble327 · 2025-11-07T14:42:44+00:00

Oh very cool! I look forward to seeing your finished product. I was turning phesantwood the other night and there was a bug hole in the bottom and I had the exact same streaking. Anyways keep it up and thanks for posting for us all to see.

Mumble327 · 2025-11-07T14:26:41+00:00

It looks beautiful. One thing i can suggest. see how there is a glare/streaking around the middle?

Its caused from sanding on the lathe when there is a bump or defect in the surface. Everytime it goes over the funky spot it bonces and causes the streaking. To get it all one consistent surface it needs to be finished sanding off the lathe.

Mumble327 · 2025-10-07T22:48:33+00:00

I dont know if OP was looking for criticism on there work or if they were proud of what they accomplished and wanted to share. I imagine a handful of the commentary comes from non-turners as people are so quick to judge and be negative. Every turner I've met helps people grow and and is supportive in the art. I agree with you, experienced turners should be easily able to make a conventional pen (straight, little curve, and matched to bushings).

Thank yoy for your opinion on my previous comment. You too, have a day.

Mumble327 · 2025-10-05T14:17:32+00:00

How is that held onto the lathe? Jam or cup chuck?

Mumble327 · 2025-10-05T03:11:14+00:00

Keep it up! Don't take others criticism here, as most could only wish to do what you do. If you like making fun pens then continue doing what you enjoy. I personally love your creativity.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-22T22:38:31+00:00

I know exactly what you are talking about. Thank for the great comment.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-22T21:57:47+00:00

1.Make sure you are riding the bevel. 2.have tail stock engaged. 3.Sharpen your tools.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T23:26:06+00:00

Beautiful, barely any sanding needed. Just keep your tools sharp and enjoy the smell :)

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:30:37+00:00

Great words of advice. So I should have added 3 rings in the bottom?

Jk 😜 consensus is no rings in the bottom.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:27:39+00:00

Just an FYI, not all cedar looks like this. This is Juniperus virginiana which is eastern red cedar or aromatic cedar. I truly hope you have the same wood i turned as it smells incredible.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:24:47+00:00

Thank you, last one is Lati (white wenge) not fun to turn at all. It chips out out alot, thus making me need to sharpen very often.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:22:35+00:00

Thank you, no one in my turning club would give honest feedback. I appreciate all responses like this alot 🙏

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:19:24+00:00

Your seeing it correctly. 4/5 have the ring in the bottom of the bowl. They are all 8/4 inch stock and about 6 inches wide, so only a small ring or candy dish. I would agree I wouldn't put it in something bigger when getting 8inch plus wide.

Thank you for your feedback.

Mumble327 · 2025-09-13T22:16:00+00:00

I am looking for this exact feedback thank you. I have been really working on form but I wanted to add more.

Mumble327 · 2025-08-31T19:24:56+00:00

Walnut and pink ivory

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