Well Mike you certainly did justice to that piece of wood, managing to show off that grain to its best effect, and what some lovely grain it is as well. That was also a very inspired choice of finishes to use. I loved the fact that you put three feet on the base rather than just conformed to a standard rim. I do love the turner and Hooch, nice little play on words Thanks for mentioning my channel i appreciate that, Take care Steve
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure Steve, your work is beautiful and deserves to be in the spotlight. Thanks again for sending this piece through, I just love it. Talk soon, Mike
@albertdawson6814
Жыл бұрын
Just a beautiful piece of walnut for sure. I love watching Steve. My grandkids have dogs,cats,anger goose, and elephants. I think I have heard him say your name in the past. I hope I see you on the next one. Thank you for sharing
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Albert, I have been friends with Steve for a while now, we have each other out from time to time. I love his style of turning and he is such a nice guy. All the best, Mike
@MaryHyso
11 ай бұрын
Lovely platter with 3 feet. Instructional!
@MikeHolton
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Mary 😊
@JohnHoatson-pq4kk
2 ай бұрын
I think it amazing you can turn these square items. 😊this walnut was a lovely example. Smashing. JC.😊
@MikeHolton
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much John 😀
@DavidCreech-hz2ox
Жыл бұрын
Didn't think I would like the colouring on the underside, but I was pleasantly surprised. Great piece. Dave.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave, there have been a couple of negative comments but I'm just fine with that. As long as people are honest but still respectful it's all good.
@Ted_P
Жыл бұрын
You really brought out the beauty on this one. I was shocked when you wiped the bottom with the alcohol. Beautiful grain!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ted, the grain in the walnut is just so beautiful!
@susanshrubsole8086
Жыл бұрын
I loved this, especially the face /eyes in the wood that follow you no matter which way you place the platter!!!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Ooo I've not noticed, going to look again 😁 thanks
@LOTGiscool
7 ай бұрын
What an interesting way to end a Monday - seeing this emerge from that slab of English Walnut. Nice job, sir!
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Morning my friend 😊 sleep well
@susannah4Him
7 ай бұрын
Love Hooch’s name tag! ❤️ And, BTW- love the tray! Your English walnut is gorgeous!
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Susannah! 😊
@marybethhuson295
7 ай бұрын
Absolutely beautiful platter! I love all the natural beauty in this piece.❤
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers Mary 😀
@karengilchrist9774
Жыл бұрын
Hooch is perfect! Hi Hooch! Beautiful piece, lovely wood.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Hooch says hi 😃
@davidjowett8195
Жыл бұрын
An amazing platter. Walnut always look so good with a simple finish. Thank you for sharing.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome David, just love walnut.
@christinecampbell7404
9 ай бұрын
That's a dandy serving tray!
@MikeHolton
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Christine 😀
@amieclay8409
9 ай бұрын
This is my favorite thing you've ever made. The grain is just exquisite.
@MikeHolton
9 ай бұрын
I do love this one, thanks 😀
@rt7668
Жыл бұрын
Nice piece. I have been turning English walnut for about a year now thanks to a friend with a large supply. I do love the wood. Nice to see the first use of it by a fellow turner. Thank you for sharing..
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
You're are welcome, it really is just such a beautiful wood to turn and finish.
@lv_woodturner3899
Жыл бұрын
A gorgeous bowl. Very well done. Some very nice grain and contrast between sapwood and heartwood. Glad the cracks did not create any issues. I expect you may want to keep this one. I have a friend who used Boiled Linseed Oil on a project. He did not know about the exothermic oxidation. He put the rags in a plastic garbage can next to the house. A fire started. Some damage to the house but caught in time and a very hard lesson learned. Dave.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, yes, this one is staying with me or at the vest least a close family member where I can keep an eye on it. Luckily I've never had a problem with spontaneous combustion but then again I am fairly careful in how I dispose of rags. Glad your friend only had a little bit of damage, could have been an awful lot worse! All the best Mike
@gluey27
6 ай бұрын
Stunning bowl Mike.
@MikeHolton
6 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly Shirley 😀
@SilverBack.
Жыл бұрын
Mike you have really shown off the grain and colour, It looks Amazing . Well done
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, I have a lot of fun with this one, well apart from the hours of sanding lol.
@WayneHutchinson-k4j
10 ай бұрын
.Mike, your English Walnut chunk turned into a lovely tray. Your method for creating the three feet is great. See, I told you i learn something new each video. Like the Danish Oil finish as well. I'll keep watching. Wayne from Wisconsin. USA
@MikeHolton
10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Wayne, this one was really fun 😃
@CathyRodgers-g7f
Жыл бұрын
Love the bowl and the feet. ❤
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Cathy ☺️
@c.a.chambers68
6 ай бұрын
This is an absolute beauty
@MikeHolton
6 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😀
@dalebrittenham1823
Жыл бұрын
Most beautiful platter....
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dale 😃
@donnarenzulli9482
Жыл бұрын
Stunning! What an artist you are!!!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@scottbarlowe2328
9 ай бұрын
STUNNING
@MikeHolton
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Scott 😀
@mickwilson127
Жыл бұрын
Stunning, simply stunning.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mick 😊
@Audie1234
10 ай бұрын
Lovely platter❤❤❤
@MikeHolton
10 ай бұрын
Thank you 😋
@davidtyers4903
Жыл бұрын
An absolutely stunning piece Mike.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much David 😀
@jwrowland77
11 ай бұрын
Beautiful platter!
@MikeHolton
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, loved making this one 😀
@SuAllison-Lenk
6 ай бұрын
Looking forward to seeing your new work shop. I love walnut. Really appreciate your turns . They are so creative and marvelous to watch. I'm in Toronto.
@MikeHolton
6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I started turning yesterday so next video will be out soon 😀
@michaelgregory7704
Жыл бұрын
Hooch the pooch... lol neat mascot!!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😃
@brenda3768
Жыл бұрын
Another beautiful piece
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brenda 😃
@fionakronert5060
9 ай бұрын
What a beautiful thing you found in that gorgeously grained wood. excellent work. thank you
@MikeHolton
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Fiona 😀
@jsprankel4712
Жыл бұрын
You've given me some ideas for the maple I have! Beautiful work Mike!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim, don't forget to send me pics if you try it 😃
@ericparramore5136
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric 😊
@pturner6175
Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous piece and useful platter!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, this one is staying in the family. 😃
@dennisoliver6421
Жыл бұрын
Very neat, nice to hold fruits or flowers!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Yes it would, I'm not sure what the new owner is doing with it, I must ask. All the best, Mike
@jamesriddle4299
Жыл бұрын
Great job Mike
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks James 😃
@brycegenevaostler9359
Жыл бұрын
Mike as always you have inspired so many of uswho watch you cannel. Thanks
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bryce, thanks so much for your words and your support, all the best, Mike
@oldncarvingJohn
11 ай бұрын
What a stunning work of art. ❤❤
@MikeHolton
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much John, this was a beautiful piece of walnut, hopefully I did it justice.
@stg6186
Жыл бұрын
Interesting process to make a platter. Great job Mike. Slainge
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Slainge, glad you enjoyed it 😃
@AlienLeader4
Жыл бұрын
Yet another amazing piece. I do like the feet on this bowl. Keep up the awesome work. 👽
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Cheers 😁, love doing feet, even though they are a pain to sand.
@marklawrence64
Жыл бұрын
Nice job Mike 👍🏽😊
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark 😃
@baconsoda
Жыл бұрын
This is really beautiful. Well done Sir. Best Wishes, Brendan.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brendan, pretty happy with this one 😁
@PBUCKY1969
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful Piece Mike - love it!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul 😃
@maudwelford1843
2 ай бұрын
[ love to watch a master at work, its cathartic 👏💕
@MikeHolton
2 ай бұрын
Thanks Maud 😁
@donnagreen7386
10 ай бұрын
That is stunning!!!
@MikeHolton
10 ай бұрын
Thanks Donna 😃
@nicholasguymer3471
7 ай бұрын
Very elegant
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Thanks Nicholas 😀
@jamesbrasseaux133
10 ай бұрын
Beautiful wood and work.
@MikeHolton
10 ай бұрын
Thank you very much James, this was a lot of fun!
@WoodWizardrybyColin
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely Stunning piece I love the feet idea too well done
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Cheers Colin, turning is so much more fun now it's not freezing in the workshop 😂
@lettledford7624
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful indeed
@MikeHolton
4 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😀
@annlaurie1484
Жыл бұрын
Very beautiful piece, well done. 😊
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ann 😃
@caspersx200
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Casper
@jeanlong4285
Жыл бұрын
An amazing piece of wood and you made it into a work of art.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jean, that is very kind of you to say 😃
@Angela-en6oh
Жыл бұрын
I like Hooch - Hooch the pooch! And the finished result would enhance any home. Beautiful.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Angela, must admit I love the way this have come out, not sure I could ever sell this one.
@Angela-en6oh
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton I certainly think you should keep it. Definitely a heirloom for the future.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@Angela-en6oh Indeed, but I have 4 kids what if none of them want it 🤣
@Angela-en6oh
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton 😁😁😁 I think they will be fighting each other over it. Your challenge, to stop this, is to make three more - one for each of them and I know they will be greatly cherished.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@Angela-en6oh Haha, right I had better get onto my friend Steve to see if he has any more 🤣
@deehenry1983
Жыл бұрын
this is just beautiful, thanks again
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dee 🙂
@laikatravels
Жыл бұрын
Very nice piece. Never thought of doing feet like that 👍
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 they are great fun to make 😃
@galinasafonova9163
Жыл бұрын
Лаконично и изящно!))))
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
спасибо 🙂
@maxkangen
Жыл бұрын
Hello mate. I love walnut the grain is wonderful, my daughter got me a lump of walnut from Taunton in Somerset a couple of years ago and A beautiful set came from it.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Just seen your email Max 😃
@William_Kenny
Жыл бұрын
Another great piece mike nicely done mate👍
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Willie 😃
@brucerowan6630
Жыл бұрын
True master at work. Great turning.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Sorry was this comment meant for someone else 😂
@brucerowan6630
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton I am serious. Been doing this for 25 years. You are not pretentious nor condescending.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@brucerowan6630 Would you fancy a job as my PR manager? 😁 Honestly though, thanks so much, all I want is to have fun and pass on what I'm learning.
@MASI_forging
Жыл бұрын
What an beautiful design 👏👏
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much 😃
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
WOW!!! Just looked at your channel, you make some amazingly beautiful things, I've subscribed so I can see more 😃
@scottprouse9606
Жыл бұрын
That was an exquisite piece. Your videos are fun to watch and informative. I hope to have a lathe soon so I can start learning. Thank you for sharing.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Scott and good luck with your turning, if you have any questions just ask. All the best, Mike
@jonbowers2024
Жыл бұрын
Well made sir. You are a talent to be sure.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jon, I just like to have fun 😆
@lindagoldberg2325
Жыл бұрын
Nice piece of wood.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Hi Linda, yes indeed I was very lucky to be given this one. 😃
@chrispaine5551
Жыл бұрын
Nice piece of work
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris 😁
@dougb100
Жыл бұрын
A key takeaway from this is the pre-planing by inspecting the grain of the piece. You mentioned about sawdust & CA glue for the cracks, I like to use instant coffee with glue to leave a bark inclusion appearance.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Doug, I have seen the coffee idea but never tried it, I must give it a go 😁
@avinut
7 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@johncahall
Жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks John 🙂
@donaldadams5342
8 ай бұрын
Walnut is a beautiful wood & this piece is right up with the best examples. That being said Mike, you have done a brilliant, sensitive job on turning this piece & showing the beautiful grain to brilliant effect. I love that you did not conform to tradition & put a standard ring base for this platter to stand on but crafted three great feet for the piece to stand on. Hey, have you ever watched Phil Anderson from 'Shady Acres Woodshop' & his novel way of removing the 'nub' when taking off a tenon. Worth a look if you have not, he also commentates in a very similar way to yourself. Fabulous piece mate, cheers, Don from South Australia.
@MikeHolton
8 ай бұрын
Thanks Don, yes I have watched Phil remove his nubs and I did try to copy once with hilarious results and a mild heart attack 😀, I'll try again one day.
@WilsonPhotography1
Жыл бұрын
Very nice
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😊
@loranwfry-zu9pu
Жыл бұрын
Nice work.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Loran
@tf484
Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous piece. I have a beautiful piece of kiaat shaped very similar to yours that I was thinking of doing the same. Happy you did it first so I can learn.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
I have never heard of Kiaat so just had a look, the grain is very similar to Yew, looks amazing. Take a look at this video as well I did 3 months ago, it's a variation on the theme and may help more kzitem.info/news/bejne/s2N6l2SNmqRhZGk Please let me know how you get on, All the best, Mike
@spiderspid
Жыл бұрын
Wow !!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😃
@fionanaylor6104
Жыл бұрын
WOW…😃 lovely. 👍🏻💗
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Did you get the gauge uk?
@fionanaylor6104
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton Yes TY. SO helpful.
@fionanaylor6104
Жыл бұрын
Thinking back to last week’s ‘exciting’ fly through the air experience, using cole jaws…would it have been anymore secure using the wood chuck and neoprene?
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@fionanaylor6104 Yes! I don't think there is any doubt about it. I did however get a few tips from people like using masking tape to hold it in the jaws or glue it on there with hot glue. 😀
@annepartington3298
4 ай бұрын
I didn’t think I’d like that but te was rally nice when it was finished
@MikeHolton
4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Anne 😀
@alsaffarstudios
Жыл бұрын
Finally I know the story behind this little toy dog 😊, this episode of your work is amazing. Very much liked how this walnut flat wood ends up a beautiful plate. Great impressive work as always. Thank for sharing your creations with us 🙏🏼
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
You are more than welcome, I consider it a complete honour to be able to do this and have such amazing people like yourself follow my work and appreciate it for what it is. All the best, Mike
@danamorrow5352
Жыл бұрын
The grain is outstanding. The simple design is perfect to highlight the grain and the Danish Oil was the perfect finish.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dana, I love Danish oil but it takes so long to dry lol 😃
@stephencarey6114
Жыл бұрын
Oh my English walnut is absolutely gorgeous. Nice piece of work Mike
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍walnut is just the most amazing wood 😀
@vinimarshall7301
Жыл бұрын
Lovely finish ,beautiful grain , ive just got some french walnut and its pure white with just a small brown pith so its cut up to dry , with some bits in the airing cupboard 😂
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Haha, bet you can't wait for it to dry! I've never turned French walnut, I must look out for some.
@brentbeacroft7530
Жыл бұрын
Great looking piece of English walnut, the Danish oil really did it justice. Well turned and explained Mike
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brent, I don't do much with Danish oil as it takes days but I think I may start doing more.
@marcplon4396
Жыл бұрын
Vraiment splendide!!! Très belle pièce !
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Merci beaucoup 😊
@johnellis5225
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant, gives me some ideas for bits of wood I have.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Have fun John and let me know how you get on. All the best, Mike
@marybethhuson295
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful black walnut piece.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mary, this one had an amazing grain, walnut is just so beautiful.
@mashmade-airth
Жыл бұрын
Doing that piece of wood justice is a massive understatement Mike. Absolutely stunning.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I gave this one my all, love the way it came out.
@jamesriddle4299
Жыл бұрын
You are correct Jim he did it justice
@SKKrafts
Жыл бұрын
Stunning piece mike, first time to your channel but I will be back for sure. New sub
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Really appreciate your support 😁
@thecountrymanprojects
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job as usual Mike. A gorgeous wood showing off its natural beauty. 👍
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend 😃
@rexmorgan6445
Жыл бұрын
Hello Mike. Walnut is my favorite species of wood. I appreciate that you take the time to explain what and why you are doing. I learn a lot from you.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rex, I don't always get it right but I will put my hands up when I mess up, best way for all of us to learn.
@nickfritz8692
Жыл бұрын
Wow. Gotta love walnut. Always looks gorgeous 👍👍
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
I know, I just love turning it, always so beautiful.
@jaxxlawson4545
Жыл бұрын
Another stunning piece! While I was watching you finish off, I was thinking how I could use a couple such as that to display some of my wool products at the occasional craft fair I go to... More amazing turned wood to add to my ever growing wish list lol. 😂
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Haha, I really must get round to finishing your pieces!!
@k9insomniac783
Жыл бұрын
Happy Tuesday to you Mike. Walnut, especially the English variety is one of my absolute favorites to turn. The piece you have is just a remarkable piece. Your certainly have done it justice. Brilliant as usual sir.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend, I was very lucky to be given this piece as it's quite hard to find in this size!
@shaunofthegeeks
Жыл бұрын
You never cease to amaze with your skills Mike. The Feet just make that for me. Beautiful piece of wood. So creative. Also learning so much from you. Was a bit nervous watching when the Jam chuck came out... Fantastic work as ever.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Shaun, I'm not a fan of jam chucks but getting better, I used to avoid them like the plague but we will get there.
@tomburns7544
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous piece, Mike. I love the contrast of the smooth top and bottom against the rough edges. Right on!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom, it did not seem right to make it too formal, it needed to be as natural as possible.
@williamweaver4946
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece! Wonderful job on that amazing piece of walnut!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks William, I'm a very lucky boy to have been given this one.
@lyndaowen2154
Жыл бұрын
Very very nice. Agree the wood is gorgeous. If everything goes right for me, I will be working on my lathe tomorrow after I finish, I’ll bring my tools 😏🤪🤬
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Cool, have fun, what are you making? 😃
@lyndaowen2154
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton I am attempting a bowl. And I am a newbie at this. I got my lathe for my 55th birthday February 2023. My stepson gave me some pecan wood, which I think is beautiful but to me it is as hard as a rock compared to some of the wood I have played with. Still learning to hold my tools properly and I had to be patient sharpening them. I never realized how much difference they can be in various woods. And may not ever get to your level of talent but I am going to have fun trying.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@lyndaowen2154 Hi Lynda, all you need is the will to get better and practice, I started turning 2 1/2 years ago and was terrible at the start but I worked hard, practiced and did a lot of focused research (decided what I wanted to know and looked for specific material on that topic) . Over time I got better, still have a lot to learn but I will get there, all the best and keep going, Mike
@lyndaowen2154
Жыл бұрын
@@MikeHolton i’ve been watching a variety of videos for maybe a year. The beauty of the craft fascinates me. Between your videos, Phil Anderson and Papa1947 I get a lot of inspiration. I really appreciate the positive back up and y’all being willing to answer questions for me. Thank you very much for your kindness .
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
@@lyndaowen2154 No problem Lynda, Phil and Gary are great guys and I would not really expect my name to be mentioned in the same sentence. All the best, Mike
@RYwoodview
Жыл бұрын
So simple & straightforward a design from that slab. Plainly beautiful. Thank you, Mike!
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend, so glad you appreciate the simplicity. All the best, Mike
@mattmiller5673
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful piece!! Very nice work.
@timponder7487
Жыл бұрын
Love that walnut and you sure made a beautiful piece with it🎉
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim, this sure was an amazing gift, I'm a very lucky boy!
@beverlym5465
Жыл бұрын
Stunningly beautiful! Love it. ❤
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Beverly 😊
@larsandersson9675
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning and beautiful piece! Wonderful job.
@MikeHolton
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I was very lucky to be given this 😃
@chrissimmoms1550
7 ай бұрын
Nice to have friends who give you nice blanks, looked well at the end. Do you only have a 2" set of jaws? That was a tiny tenon on such a large blank in my humble opinion.
@MikeHolton
7 ай бұрын
Thanks Chris, at the time that is all I had. If I was to do it again I would use larger jaws 😃
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