Cherry Bowl W/Pics

[Jason Tuinstra]

What is the diameter of the bowl and what finish did you use?

Brian: Sorry, I forgot that answer your question. The bowl is 6 3/4" wide and 2" high. We just used some BLO followed by some wipe-on poly.

[Jim Becker]

I am thinking that there are suddenly going to be a lot of very nice "accessories" adorning your wonderful furniture. (Welcome to the "vortex", Jason and Nathanael!)

[Tom Hamilton]

Welcome, Jason, to the wonderful world of turning. That is a beautiful first piece, and more importantly, a wonderful memory for you and your son.

I expect we'll see a Tuinstra piece in the next Hanford charity auction!

Congratulations on joining the turning team. The VORTEX wins again!

Tom, in Houston, waiting on the day Jason discovers Pen turning!

[Brian Effinger]

Can't the vortex suck in just the sawdust and leave me alone

Nope. It's physically impossible. To be able to suck you in, it has to blow out shavings and sawdust. Something like...for every action an equal and opposite reaction. That sort of thing

And thanks for the added info. The BLO really makes the cherry rich and inviting.

[Alan Huey]

Jason:
Really nice work. I bet you're now hooked. And what a great way to spend time with your son. That is by far the best part. Both of my boys grew up helping me be a 'do it yourselfer' and along the way learned some pretty good life skills.
BTW, we lived in Hanford for 25 years before moving to Monterey.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Very nice looking bowl Jason! Love working with cherry and you guys really brought out the best in this piece! Please pass on to your son that he did a great job on the bowl! I look forward to seeing more of your turnings real soon - but please - start posting them over in the Turners Forum so we all can appreciate them!

[Jason Tuinstra]

Thanks guys! Yea, every day now the boys come home from school and want to know if we can turn some bowls. We've managed to churn out three more. There's a bit more "instant gratification" in turning. Maybe that's why it's so fun. The boys love using the face shield as well

[Gary Herrmann]

That bowl doesn't violate any rules I know of. I like the form. Excellent job, especially for a first.

Be careful of the vortex though. It's hard to get out once you're in.