August 20, 20169 yr comment_68377 I got an idea about a bell Christmas tree ornament. I used Yellow hart and Padouk. I had it all planned out in my head and started I had the top of the bell in the chuck, hallowed it out and started adding layers. I hallowed as I went. It went well, for a while. Then I started to turn the top of the bell and found a hidden flaw, a bad one. After all that work. It is right above the yellow stripe. I did finish it, by adding a bell. sure not proud of it. I didn't work very hard to make it shine either. Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68382 To me, that adds more than it detracts. Nice shape on that bell as well. Steve Report
August 20, 20169 yr Author comment_68383 I was disappointed, of course, but I did learn a new technique. Hope to have better luck next time. Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68384 No need to shine the ringer Ron, I like metal work with great patina. The bell also looks fine. like Steve, it's an addition not a detraction from the piece, great job sir, love it! Your Christmas ornaments are exquisite! Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68385 What flaw?! All I see is an interesting characteristic provided by Mother Nature! Nice work, Ron! Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68400 Wonderful idea and it looks great. I am one who likes those little 'flaws' as some people call them Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68404 Looks great to me Ron. I like to see some character in the wood and don't think it takes anything away from it at all. Shine it up it deserves it. Dan Report
August 20, 20169 yr comment_68438 that as you see it, flaw, adds character... your ornament is premium.. Edited August 20, 20169 yr by Stick486 Report
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