Turning an inside out Christmas ornament video

[gary7]

Being new to turning, I wanted to actually see this done rather than just have it explained to me. Now I can see it and so can the rest of you who haven't done inside out turnings yet. Looks simple enough. Just click on the link then enjoy and happy holidays! http://marleyturned.com/id126.htm

 

[Simoli]

That's a great video.

 

[Larry Marley]

Thanks, I'm glad you like it.

 

[TEK]

Nice website

I watched the video and then checked out some of the other parts of your website. I think it is one of the best turning websites I’ve seen. The videos look very professional. Thanks for sharing your skills with us.

 

[john lucas]

Excellent video. I would make 2 suggestions. When sanding, especially the initial turning of the inside, sand below the center line. Sanding those square corners can be really tricky. If you haven't don't this before try wrapping the sandpaper around a dowel. The same is true for sanding the outside of the finished ornament. I sand with my palm up from the bottom of the ornament. Also when sanding or cutting these open areas you are cutting very little wood. It's extremely easy to take a way too much. You have to be lighter on the bevel when cutting and use less pressure when sanding.
When measuring the "silhouette" do it from the flat side, not the corner.
OK one more tip. When designing from scratch make sure you inside design is no larger than 60 percent of the outside design. This can be varied depending on design. I usually glue up scrap 2x4's and test my designs to make sure the inside doesn't get bigger than the outside.

 

[almather]

One other variation, instead of cutting off the glued up ends, after the first turning, I use a band saw to cut lengthwise along the joints, just enough so the glue is cut or will come apart easily. This way you can start out with a shorter blank and still end up with the same finished piece.

I did bookmark the video. Very good demo. Thanks.

Al