Another Toy I bought needs wood.....Looking for very Think bowl blanks

[aag562]

Well if you have not noticed I'm pretty new to this and I sort of went crazy and bought all of the little toys and accessories that go with woodworking so the next thing that needs some wood is a bowl saver. I actually bought this five weeks ago and still have not used it because I stumbled onto a CNC machine but that's a story for another day.

I have been taking my time trying to learn each tool, gizmo, gadget, toy and/or accessories I have purchased before moving into the next. I have learned so much from people like you folks who are so so generous with your knowledge and or wood it's so appreciated you have saved me from spending tons of money(well maybe this one is not accurate) and or injuring myself(this one is very accurate) this site and others of course I want to say thank you so if anybody has blanks that are 6in or thicker I would like to buy some I think I softwoods first easyier to cut. I'm also up for doing some trades with if someone's in the need of getting some bowls cut with this I would do that for you.

 

[Tony]

@Mike1950

 

[Gdurfey]

Anthony, isn't it fun!!! And, as a special member, we will drag you down more rabbit holes than you ever knew existed. Do you have an offset jig like the Ruth Niles or something similar. A few of us are addicts including Tony above, he got me hooked on it...….

Great offer on the bowl saver, thank you!!!

 

[Nature Man]

@FranklinWorkshops

 

[FranklinWorkshops]

Thanks Chuck for tagging me but I've nothing 6" thick. I'm assuming Anthony is wanting green wood also. Just my two cents, Anthony, but I would suggest you start with 2"-3" thick hardwoods before you tackle the big and heavy monsters. There is a lot of skill and experience involved in turning big blocks and they can be dangerous. Turn a few small dishes or shallow bowls to build up your skills before tackling the big stuff.

 

[Karl_TN]

Do you have a chainsaw? Seems like Maine would be chock full of free FORD wood (Found On the Road Dead) for getting practice pieces. Just thinking that shipping would be expensive for basic practice wood that could be found locally. Local Woodturning clubs are a great resource for finding cheap or inexpensive wood. If you’re looking for something nice then this is the right place.

If you’re looking for soft hardwood for coring then you might try soft maples like Silver Maple, Red Maple or Box Elder (aka Ask Leaf Maple) that are still green.

 

[aag562]

Anthony, isn't it fun!!! And, as a special member, we will drag you down more rabbit holes than you ever knew existed. Do you have an offset jig like the Ruth Niles or something similar. A few of us are addicts including Tony above, he got me hooked on it...….

Great offer on the bowl saver, thank you!!!

Thanks for all you guys have done. Don't know how to do it properly but I need to give a loud shout out to Eric moderator who offered to send me some spalted Maple that need stabilizing so I can learn how to do it.

And to answer your question who and a what I'm laughing because I've never even heard of it six months ago I did not have a single woodworking tool now I have a complete Workshop in the basement including an awesome CNC machine that I was at the right place at the right time wasn't even looking for one actually wasn't even a thought but the offer was just so good. About the rabbit hole thing I'm an expert trust me I find rabbit holes with her in and I make my own...lmao. It's actually quite true. I love to do in-depth research about whatever project for new hobby or whatever that I'm taking on and try to be the best at it I have to tell you the hottest thing that I've come across is lathe work but I'm pig headed and won't stop till I'm somewhat close to the caliber on this site. Be forewarned I'm loud, say stupid things sometimes, love to learn but will talk over you can't help it I'm a full blooded Italian from a very large family. I was a chef/restaurant owner of a few places 59 years old and picked up my first woodworking tool that was really meant for wood 5 months ago. Yes I had chisels but I used them to get gum off of the driveway...lol. My hand is on the back of your shoulder lead me down ....

FYI no interest in pens at all bowls, big bowls small bowl, wood bowl wood and resin, resin ny favorite YouTube channel is moon pie that's where I wanna be, spoons( I've made a few) knife racks, knife handle basically anything related to food.

 

[aag562]

Do you have a chainsaw? Seems like Maine would be chock full of free FORD wood (Found On the Road Dead) for getting practice pieces. Just thinking that shipping would be expensive for basic practice wood that could be found locally. Local Woodturning clubs are a great resource for finding cheap or inexpensive wood. If you’re looking for something nice then this is the right place.

If you’re looking for soft hardwood for coring then you might try soft maples like Silver Maple, Red Maple or Box Elder (aka Ask Leaf Maple) that are still green.

I should learn on soft inexpensive but my reason for getting this was saving precious wood or burl instead of turning to saw dust.

 

[Karl_TN]

I should learn on soft inexpensive but my reason for getting this was saving precious wood or burl instead of turning to saw dust.

You can get practice and some nice cores using maple. If the maple is plain then considering dying the maple after its dried and sanded to remove all sanding scratches. Dyed maple bowl can be beautiful even without a lot of figure In it. Btw, which coring tool did you get?

 

[aag562]

I should learn on soft inexpensive but my reason for getting this was saving precious wood or burl instead of turning to saw dust.

I think I'm saying it right. The blanks I want are not "throw in the fire when done" I want to get some bowls out of it. I want to feel comfortable with the tool. If I mess up a log of soft maple its frustrating, if I mess up 200 dollar burl I would have to jump on sword.

 

[Eric Rorabaugh]

Like @Karl_TN said, look for some free wood and learn. Talk to some tree trimming companies, firewood cutters or loggers. Tell them what you are wanting and for what. They'll be your best bet for wood. Give them a bowl or three when you get some turned. They'll be more apt to call you later when they find those burls and cool woods that would just be thrown away, chipped or burned

 

[aag562]

Like @Karl_TN said, look for some free wood and learn. Talk to some tree trimming companies, firewood cutters or loggers. Tell them what you are wanting and for what. They'll be your best bet for wood. Give them a bowl or three when you get some turned. They'll be more apt to call you later when they find those burls and cool woods that would just be thrown away, chipped or burned

You guys just called tree services in your area and asked? I'm a shy Female cat when it comes to doing stuff like that.

 

[aag562]

You can get practice and some nice cores using maple. If the maple is plain then considering dying the maple after its dried and sanded to remove all sanding scratches. Dyed maple bowl can be beautiful even without a lot of figure In it. Btw, which coring tool did you get?

Bowlsaver its wasn't that bad compared to one way. I must have watched every YouTube video for a month before I pulled the trigger.

 

[aag562]

Bowlsaver its wasn't that bad compared to one way. I must have watched every YouTube video for a month before I pulled the trigger.

That's something I have never done dying!! Is there info on it somewhere on here?

 

[Eric Rorabaugh]

I have buddies that cut timber and they look out for stuff for me. I also have access to a 4700 acre farm that I hunt and cut wood on so I'm kind of set. But those are places that mess with wood every day.

 

[aag562]

You think that guy selling the

Indonesian camphor burl will send me that slab to practice on?​

 

[Tony]

You guys just called tree services in your area and asked? I'm a shy Female cat when it comes to doing stuff like that.

Most of the time they are happy to get rid of trunks. They can run the smaller stuff through a chipper but have to pay to dump the big parts.

 

[Barb]

Thanks for all you guys have done. Don't know how to do it properly but I need to give a loud shout out to Eric moderator who offered to send me some spalted Maple that need stabilizing so I can learn how to do it.

And to answer your question who and a what I'm laughing because I've never even heard of it six months ago I did not have a single woodworking tool now I have a complete Workshop in the basement including an awesome CNC machine that I was at the right place at the right time wasn't even looking for one actually wasn't even a thought but the offer was just so good. About the rabbit hole thing I'm an expert trust me I find rabbit holes with her in and I make my own...lmao. It's actually quite true. I love to do in-depth research about whatever project for new hobby or whatever that I'm taking on and try to be the best at it I have to tell you the hottest thing that I've come across is lathe work but I'm pig headed and won't stop till I'm somewhat close to the caliber on this site. Be forewarned I'm loud, say stupid things sometimes, love to learn but will talk over you can't help it I'm a full blooded Italian from a very large family. I was a chef/restaurant owner of a few places 59 years old and picked up my first woodworking tool that was really meant for wood 5 months ago. Yes I had chisels but I used them to get gum off of the driveway...lol. My hand is on the back of your shoulder lead me down ....

FYI no interest in pens at all bowls, big bowls small bowl, wood bowl wood and resin, resin ny favorite YouTube channel is moon pie that's where I wanna be, spoons( I've made a few) knife racks, knife handle basically anything related to food.

Moonpie Creations is a cool dude! I like his videos too. :)

 

[Steve in VA]

You'll quickly learn that the sound of a chainsaw is music to your ears and most often equates to free wood!

 

[Karl_TN]

That's something I have never done dying!! Is there info on it somewhere on here?

Look up YouTube videos on people dying guitars or drums. The same techniques can be used on woodturnings. I personally like using Chestnut Spirit Stains which is alcohol based dye/stain with shellac, but just about anything will work on maple since most are light colored.