I'm going to say this about three times but this bowl is NOT MY WORK!! Often when a new wood turner is asking for advice someone will recommend joining a club. I've said myself there is nothing better a new turner can do to learn than join a wood turning club. After our meeting today I have to amend that and say there is nothing better any turner can do to learn than join a wood turning club. Today I saw one of the most creative pieces of work I've ever seen, from a guy that's only been turning about two years I think. Once again, this is not my work but one of our club members.

He rough turned a walnut bowl that had a big knot in the side. When he finished turned the bowl, the knot deteriorated and left a big hole. His fix was inspirational I think. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

He said he got the idea from fixing a boat hole with a bolt. I'll say it again, this bowl is not my work but I wish it were.

 

Steve

What a clever solution!

I have used some unique patches , but nothing like this. And as you said for a new turner a large bowl which we all thought we had to do when we started, and a unique and inventive solution is impressive. The question is where does he go from here?

Very unique repair. 

How very cool. What a way to think outside of the box 'er bowl.

 

Thanks for sharing your 'er the new guy's work Steve.

Woodturners blow me away! Would never have beleived it if hadn't of seen it.

Herb

very cool...  creative minds like his are so impressive...  beyond my ability.  so much to learn

That is very cool. I wish there was a club near me that I could join.

6 minutes ago, RustyFN said:

That is very cool. I wish there was a club near me that I could join.

Rusty there is a AAW chapter in Ripley and Lewisburg. If you need contact info let me know. You can find info on clubs and other great stuff on the AAW Website

Thanks for the link and info Gerald.