Woodturning - I Didn't Know What This Was Until My Mom Saw It!

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So I have had a lump of cherry on the workshop floor for a few months now. It's too small to make a vase, and as I have made so many live edge bowls/dishes I thought it would be boring to make another. So I decided to make a salt pig, however, I'm now discovering that the name "salt pig" comes from the fact that the container resembles a small pig. The design typically features a snout-like spout for dispensing the salt, and the container may be decorated with features like ears, eyes, and a curly tail. So, in short, I have created two pots that can hold Salt, but aren't really your typical Salt Pig. Also, the reason I created two was that the Spalted beech bowl was supposed to be the lid of the live-edge cherry dish, but it really didn't look right.

Maybe I need to try to make an actual Salt pig, what do you think?

The first one is made from Wild Chery and an Ornamental cherry for the lid. The second is made from Spalted Beech. Both have been finished with food-safe oil.

Let me know which one you like best!

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Disclaimer:
My videos are for entertainment purposes only. Some of my techniques might not be the "best" or safest, so when using any tool or machinery always read and understand safety/manufacturers guidelines first.
And Yes, I'm aware that wearing gloves while woodturning is considered an unsafe practice. The gloves I wear are tight-fitting and don’t have any loose threads. I wear them for the protection of my skin. This is a risk that I am willing to take, however I am still very conscious of the potential danger and I do not touch any spinning parts of the lathe. DO NOT copy my actions if you feel unsafe doing so.

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Find my two comments below and vote on the piece you liked the best! 😁👍

HarrySmithWoodturning

Like this comment if you prefer the Live-edge Cherry Salt Pig! 🐷🧂

HarrySmithWoodturning

They both look absolutely fantastic Harry

mnp

I love the pot with lid as i love the spalting wood it has so much character. The salt dish with a lid is unique you made was lovely ànd my favourite the òther ìs great i like the spalting is àwesomè it had nice grain is a nice. Thanks for two amazing items. Amanda x

amandatallis

The spalted bowl is gorgeous, i love interesting grains, but the other one is so unique.

pattigolden

Beautiful! Your work is always outstanding and these items can be used so easily for entertaining or for everyday use on the kitchen table.

laurathenavigator

Beautiful pieces of wood and workmanship you should be committed showing people God bless

wizzlejohnson

WOW, Harry once again you outdid yourself. The one on the left, the cherry one was obviously a true work of art and has my vote. Not to undo the one on the right that was more compact and has its own place. For size, that may be more what some folks would prefer.

amberallen

Beautiful pieces of work, both of them. Cannot decide although I do love Cherry. Very pretty.

jacquiemouton

I don't know that i could pick one over the other - they are both fabulous, each a unique, functional work of art. Well done!!

lizbrowne

Both..absolutely stunning :) the smaller round one has the more beautiful pattern due to the wood itself, but i would be overjoyed with either of them!

Maugirl

Refreshing to see traditional (NO EPOXY RESIN) wood turning! These pieces have natural warmth and beauty that beg to be touched. These are some of the elements that drew me to wood turning 38 years ago. Another beauty of wood turning is we make use of yard trees and cutoffs that are typically discarded. If one has a Grandpa planted tree that came down from storm or other causes, it behooves you to find a Harry Smith (esc) wood turner near by. He or she can help keep Grandpa or Grandma alive for generations.
Wakodahatchee Chris

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