Turning a Wooden drinking cup.

[lorddennis1]

Not at all what I expected. I do mugs but I turn the body and then attached the handle after.

[craftsmank]

@lorddennis1 for me turning is a means to an end -

[lorddennis1]

@craftsmank Don't get me wrong, I do not mean to imply there is anything wrong with how you do it, actually pretty cool, just not what I expected

[craftsmank]

@lorddennis1 that is very sensetive of you - thanks - but perhaps it is i who should be apolagising to you.

My work ranges from the ridiculous to the sublime - my heavest machine weights in at 2,000 kilos - some of the things i make require several people to move - others i can put in my pocket - i love the idea of hand carving something that everybody thinks is turned - i have a great deal of fun - Thanks for your comment

B

[L88THEBAND]

I really enjoy watching this video craftsmank, You are a true talent in the world of wood working! Thank you for posting this video.

[Larenzoid]

Hi Bertie, Excellent job! My nephew has been asking me for a while to turn him a beer stein but I haven't gotten to it yet. I like the way you did the handle. Others I've been looking at attach the handles with pins and glue. Still not sure about that handle flailing around. I'd probably hit it with a tool or with my hand leading to disaster...especially if I'm doing a beer stein size. I will try to turn one next year...New Year's resolution #1.

Happy New Year!

Larry

[duckes1]

Hi

How do you stop the wood from cracking, do you put it in a plastic or paper bag afterwords, or what

thanks

[jokerboy262]

could i buy one off you i will pay £20 for 1

[Stillraining1]

My 16 year old daughter just asked me to make her a coffee cup. I said " You mean like a Starbucks cup with a lid?" She said no just a plain cup.. I said I would have to glue the handle on because you could not turn that...You sir just proved me wrong. That wood your using cuts like soap...I will definitely be getting some.. Our native cherry and maple is tough as nails to work with.

[craftsmank]

@Stillraining1 the trick is wet wood, its much easier to work - try the cherry or the maple - i think youll be surprised - keep it in a plastic bag when not in use.

[craftsmank]

i could give you rhyme and reason over the types and which tools i use - its very much a personal choice - the critical thing though is tool maintanence - if you check out my video on tool sharpening that willl provide many of your answers.

B

[truckpipe]

What size gauges and chisels did you use on the finishing steps? I need some suggestions on common sizes I might need. I have none and would like to try some carving/bush-craft projects. thanks for you attention.

[craftsmank]

I think this was Norwegian Birch - carves and holds details beautifully.

[MrVebbis96]

what kind of wood do u use ? :)

[fabfauna]

Amazing work, and attention to detail. Love this, and the rest of your videos sir. What type of lathe do you use? Think I may get one soon.

[craftsmank]

@fabfauna thanks.

the lathe was a viceroy by denford. Should be able to get one easily enough on ebay. You may have to change the motor, but that is easy enough.

Cheers

B

[MrVebbis96]

im from norway :D



[stringmanipulator]

very nice work .. I really like the craftmanship .. way too much of the old technique is almost forgotten thanks for sharing

//Ken1

[spittenkittens]

I enjoy watching a true workman, you do in minutes what takes me hours. I was thing about making a coffee mug and was directed here, the right place to learn. I also like how you sharpen your bowl gouge Well done!

[5937824]

You are very talented. I have a few questions though. What kinds of wood do you use? I was thinking maple or birch. And do you use wet wood? Thanks

[craftsmank]

@5937824

Birch is a classic wood for this.

Maple is good , perhaps even better, but needs a little more care over drying.

I allways use unseasoned wood for this - wet wood.

The only thing to be really careful about is steering clear of the centre of the tree, that allways splits.

Cheers

B

[TheFishingschool]

wow

[lisadmarty]

Bertie,

What a gift! Thanks so much for this video at last in the same league with the mad genius of "outrageous spoons"! The camera merely a recorder seeing what it sees, hearing what it hears (no music needed!). How remarkable to be in your presence undiluted by anything. As good as it gets without BEING THERE! The mind and the hands quietly doing, making. Such lyrical beauty. You have done it again, friend. (You are so singular and lovely, lovely, lovely!)

Aryn

[kunsthandwerker]

Hey Bertie,

a nice video and a nice result.

Catch up

Peter

[karlsefni01]

It was truly delightful listening to the sounds of the incredibly sharp chisel and gouge as you zipped through the wood. Simply magic! I intend to save my pennies for a visit to Norway someday to observe in person.

[craftsmank]

@karlsefni01

Thanks for those kind words - this is a magical place.

I shall look forward to hosting you.

B

[wwwdotgeriladotcom]

: )

keep up the good work.

i have been meditating on a large sycamore bowl (hand carved not turned) currently standing at 6 days work.

this year i am going to ask santa claus/father christmas for a travisher

all the best

joseph

(a little film about whittling)

[nedeljkomostar]

Beautiful cup.

[craftsmank]

Brendan, thanks so much, i got a great deal of enjoyment out of this one. no music - just Silence - a meditation.

Time for some more perhaps.

B

[baconsoda]

Lovely work, lovely video. There was a transition you made @ 2.47 - 2.53 that was just beautiful to watch so I've watched it about 20 times. Tool marks... I thought the surface after the first chisel work was really rustic and looked well. However, the final piece looked pretty special.

Best Wishes, Brendan.