Turning a Walnut Burl Bud Vase with Spalted Maple Inlays (My most attractive lathe project?)

Welcome to my latest woodworking adventure: “Turning a Walnut Burl Bud Vase with Spalted Maple Inlays”! In this video, I dive deep into the art of woodturning, showcasing how to create a stunning bud vase using a gorgeous walnut burl blank. Perfect for woodturners of all skill levels, this project highlights essential techniques for shaping and finishing your piece to perfection.

I’ll take you through each step, from selecting the right tools to prepping the wood and achieving smooth, precise cuts on the lathe. Watch as I skillfully incorporate spalted maple inlays, creating a striking visual effect that enhances the natural beauty of the walnut burl. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or a seasoned woodworker searching for creative inspiration, this video is filled with tips and tricks to help elevate your turning game.

Join our community of passionate woodturners and woodworkers as we explore this unique project together. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more woodworking tutorials and creative ideas. Discover the joy of transforming raw wood into a beautiful functional art piece today!

00:00 Introduction
00:12 The Plan
02:00 The turning begins
02:21 Drilling through the center
04:14 Making the recess for the inlay
05:50 Working the spalted maple
10:13 Working out how to finish the project
11:30 Starting the final turning
16:17 Special message
18:36 Back at the lathe
19:50 Applying the oil finish
21:20 Drilling out the hole for the vase
25:26 Cutting the foot on the table saw
26:24 Final sanding
28:03 Outro

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[cindyholland]

Nice job, son. Adam made a whistle for his Aunt Helen last night on NYE. She is going to blow it into her phone when she can't get rid of a telemarketer. Lol