Woodturners Resource

Sycamore Bowl

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:33:45 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: 5-3/4" wide at the rim, 2" deep, and 3/8" thick... sanded to 800 grit and finished with boiled linseed oil.

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Sycamore Bowl

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:12:47 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: This one is 3-1/4" wide at the rim, 4-1/2" at it's widest point and about 2-1/2" tall... sanded to 400, buffed with OOOO steel wool and finished with boiled linseed oil

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Walnut Box

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:35:50 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: This is a little walnut box I turned this morning... it's the first piece to come off the lathe for 2011 and although it's no masterpiece, it's a starting point. The size is 2.5” tall and 2.75” wide... finished with boiled linseed oil.

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walnutbox1

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 21:07:35 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: I finally got this little Walnut box done (enough to take a picture) for the challenge. I still have to do some work on the finish but I'll have to get on that later tonight after the glue for the Ebony finial dries. The post office don't open til' 9:OO so that leaves me plenty of time. :) It's about 3-3/4" round and 4-1/4" tall. This was my first crack at turning a sphere, so I'm pretty pleased with the outcome.

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ct

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 23:23:04 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: After seeing the other pieces that the participants of this challenge have made, I think it goes without saying that this little piece of Cherry isn’t the most spectacular turning to grace the pages of this C&T gallery, but I sure did learn a lot form making it. I did use a new tool I made from an old one, and I experimented with several new techniques, but the most important thing I learned through this experience is humility. This was a very difficult chunk of wood, and every time I thought I had gotten the upper hand on whatever situation I was confronted with it would develop another “issue”. When the foot broke off while I was parting, my heart sank. For any other piece a break like this would have been the coup de grace, but I was determined not to let this one beat me. From start to finish it tested my patients and constantly reminded me that I have only just begun to explore the outer edges of the turning universe. In the end I felt like this was a success even though I know all too well that in a few hours, days, or months, I’ll look back at it as a complete failure, but at least I know that I gave 100% effort. I think another thing I should mention is that on this past Friday afternoon I got a sick feeling in my gut when I looked at all the pieces of art in my trading partner’s gallery. Maybe it was indeed a sign of things to come; an omen if you will. I immediately sent him an email to warn him that I am very new to this turning thing, and I also informed him that he would probably not be receiving a masterpiece. I felt I owed it to him to give him “options” as to what his next move might be. Mark sent me a reassuring email back which made me feel a lot better about this whole experience. I also think that his creation for this challenge speaks volumes as to where his heart is. A man of lesser character or with a materialistic disposition would have thought twice about swapping a masterpiece for my not so masterful piece. Thanks Mark. In fact, all of you veteran turners should give yourselves a pat on the back for taking the time share your experience on these boards. Since I’ve started turning I have noticed that the turning community as a whole is one of the most sharing groups of folks I have ever met, online or otherwise, and all of you should be commended for that. Sincerely, Donnie

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Magic Wands

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:58:55 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: Someone had mentioned to me that wands were fun to make as well as good spindle turning practice, so I thought I'd give it a go. These are Poplar and Mahogany, and are about 12.5" long.

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Sycamore Candy Dish

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 05:15:17 +0000

by: dkennedy

Description}: This is a little Sycamore candy dish I made for my mom. It's about 5.5 X 2, and finished with Deft lacquer.

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