Popular Post Bob Hodge Posted October 10, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 10, 2022 I'm combining several things here. I'm relatively new to spindle turning after fourteen years with bowls and plates. Christmas ornaments for the grandkids - they get a new one each year from G'dad An early attempt at finials. I haven't captured the art or feel for these yet. None are very close to the design in my head or on a nearby piece of paper. We will see how my lighting effect trial works. I drilled through all sides of the blank before turning it, later filling in with somewhat iridescent marbles. Hopefully, they will transmit the Christmas lights through and around. As with most first time projects, I announce that "I could easily do twice as good in half the time if I was to do this again. " Maybe I ought to try to see if there is any truth to it. I like when I can use lacquer and don't have to worry a lot about using something more heavy duty. lew, Gene Howe, HandyDan and 3 others 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted October 10, 2022 Report Share Posted October 10, 2022 Well, I like them!!! Can’t wait to see them illuminated Cal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald Posted October 11, 2022 Report Share Posted October 11, 2022 Nice job. I am guessing there are 4 marbles in each. With an idea like this you could drill a hole in the top and put a led string of lights to make a string of lighted ornaments. Who knows I might even try that. Cal and Bob Hodge 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HandyDan Posted October 11, 2022 Report Share Posted October 11, 2022 Good idea. Weight may be a factor. I just started my ornament project for this year. Got 18 of them turned so far. Cal and Bob Hodge 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Krumanaker Posted October 11, 2022 Report Share Posted October 11, 2022 Interesting concept and I'm anxious to see how it works. I agree with Dan about the weight issue. For hanging on a tree something less than an ounce is best IMO. Cal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Altier Posted October 11, 2022 Report Share Posted October 11, 2022 I like them a lot......keep up the great creations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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