Making a Chaotic Patterned Segmented Sphere

I have made another segmented sphere. In building this sphere, I used a random pattern of segments similar to that used in many chaotic cutting boards. I cut the scrap pieces of pine wood into short lengths and stack them together to make a length of end grain material. Then I cut this at a 30° angle to start to make a pattern of angled segments. I did this three times. Then I cut the chaotic pattern into equilateral triangles and glued them into an icosahedron. I rough cut this icosahedron on the fourth axis of the CNC into a sphere. Finally, I finished the sphere on the lathe. I had meant for this to just be a prototype to play with and study how the patterns work, but it ended up being a nice project in itself so I made it into a video.

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[xoxooxox]

Nothing like a Sunday morning coffee and Frank's latest project video!

[jbratt]

The humor of the giant pencil ✏️ was not lost on me 🤣

[StephenBoyd]

The sphere making technique really seems to be perfected now. Some of the previous ones have had slightly out of alignment joints but this one seems perfect. I love the pattern as well.

[truthymchurtsalot]

You’re like an addiction, Frank. We always WANT MORE. Brilliant and beautiful.

[kurt.dresner]

Blacksmithing videos: "Check out this cool Damascus"
Frank: "Hold my coffee."

[Mr-Squeeky]

The beauty in this project is the chaos within the pattern. I think this is a completely different project than attempting to establish a definite, discernible pattern in the wood. I like this just the way it came out.

[TheNevron]

I want the Howarth chuckle as my ringtone!

[awildschuetz]

We always want more! I want to see this combined with the idea behind the resin and wood globe so that random triangles are translucent resin. Then if you do multiple, you can drill a hole in them, insert some LEDs, and hang them as a chandelier. Your process for making spheres is so interesting to watch!

[tazanteflight]

That has a remarkable texture. The curves in the end grain look like feathers. The colors the colors!

[lilmisstrixie]

What a gorgeous project! I really love the way you show your whole process, from the concept on. I'm not even a woodworker, but I find your videos both soothing and inspiring.

[haroldhoffman]

Just when I think you can't get any better...you do something like this....AND TOTALLY REDEEM YOURSELF. You and Diresta are brilliant and brillianter...Don't know if that's a word...but hey...this channel invents new stuff all the time. Thanks for another great project

[Dysiode]

That is really stunning! The curving of the pine grain really helps camouflage as well, and overall it just creates an object that doesn't let your eye settle in one place for too long, but in a really nice way

[billziegler]

Really like your problem solving narration. That's my favorite part of "unique" woodworking projects.

[plantpun]

All of your segmented projects are so fun to watch come together, but this is the wildest one yet! Constantly in awe or your ability to both conceptualize your projects and make alterations on the fly as you work.

[lesliejohnson]

Also- Doing the sphere on the C&C was a PERFECT example of "work smarter not harder" - I salute you, sir!

[nosy-cat]

Beautiful. I'm not a big fan of chaotic patterns usually, but the low contrast and odd angles on this one really work for me.

[Reconbox]

When it's a random pattern you have invented wood doodling! Beautiful!

[Chipotle]

Frank, you have nearly perfected the art of translating creativity and high level craftsmanship into engaging entertainment. I say 'nearly perfected' not because I find fault, but simply because you often say "I think it could better". I'm not likely to attempt many of your projects myself, but I always learn something, am thoroughly entertained, and also inspired to do something creative in the workshop.

[naturaIIydifferent]

Dude. That's awesome. Loved how you detail each step in the process! I've got a ton of scrap pine I've been trying to figure out something interesting to make with it and this is very inspiring. I really dig the organized chaos!

[Wurndksurneos]

Frank makes the most out of this world object from the most out of this world piece of home made plywood.