DIY Christmas Ornament - Hand turned and hollowed the easy way

It's that time of year so I thought I'd show how I make light weight hand turned Christmas ornaments. You don't need any special hollowing tools or fancy hollowing systems, just your standard turning tools. I started with two pieces of a limb that had been cut in half. The wood is Chinese Tallow and it is soft and light weight. Thanks for watching. Please Like, Subscribe and Share.
Music courtesy of AHOP:
Carol of the Bells
Little Drummer Boy
We Three Kings
Oh Holy Night
Silent Night
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[@couerl]

Good job, like the extra mile you go to buff them.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks! 👍

[@jimmulholland7339]

Like it all the buffing paste

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you!

[@nathangould2283]

Good job I really love watching you make it ,it you something to think about which way to make it. I lent a lot so thanks agane.😊

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@brianbarlow1480]

Nice work sir

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Brian!

[@andredupuis8497]

Very Nice ❤

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andredupuis8497]

Very nice❤

[@TheMessyStudio]

Many many thanks, Andre!

[@michaelnicholson572]

Beautiful work. You inspired me to start an annual tradition of a new ornament every Christmas. I will glue the finial with the smallest drop of my weakest glue so I can easily replace it when the dog knocks over the tree or it inevitably breaks in storage.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Michael!
Cool! Not a bad idea!

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Nicely turned, Billy! The video moved right along, too! Well done!
Phil

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Phil! I'm trying!
Billy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Billy, that turned out amazing! So delicate and light, and the color choices really pop! Good save on the finial! Cheers!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, David! I really appreciate that!
Billy

[@ericschenck9954]

Mr. Billy that is really... really nice!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Eric!
Billy

[@RickTurnsWoodturning]

Great work, Billy!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Rick!
Billy

[@Patricksworkshop]

Great work Billy that looks awesome

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Patrick!
Billy

[@garryevans3594]

you have so many options to create awesome ornaments

[@TheMessyStudio]

Very true, Garry. Thank you!
Billy

[@ThePapa1947]

Real nice Billy. That is really a pretty wood and I like the shape.
Must be the time of year. A few days ago I turned 2 Christmas items. Next weeks will be one of them.
Not wanting to give away what they are you will just have to wait and see 🎄
Take care buddy!
Gary

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Gary. My next will continue the theme. May very well be the same thing you're doing. LOL
Billy

[@MoonpieCreations]

Amazing brother. Just amazing.
Ken

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, buddy!
Billy

[@Susanjilek1953]

Beautiful, Billy! Thanks for the lesson!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Sue! My pleasure.

[@RobinsBuysandDIYs]

Hi Billy! Wow the details are so beautiful! The red one is my favourite! Thanks for sharing, Billy!!!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, RObin! I really appreciate it!
Billy

[@stevenjobbins2600]

Billy you smashed it that Christmas decoration is way out in front in all the videos I have watched and believe me there have been many

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you so much, Steven. I appreciate it!
Billy

[@matthuffman6241]

Love it. I've just started making hollow ornaments, and I love your technique. Thanks!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Matt! You are so welcome!

[@markb5441]

Beautiful, nice work!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you very much, Mark!

[@KennettBTurned]

Sweet! Christmas project! Love the idea of hollowing the halves. Been thinking of trying that very technique once I get past my Christmas gift orders !

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Mert! Give it a go.
Billy

[@katiebellmichelle]

I love this!!! It’s beautiful

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you so much, Katie!
Billy

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi Billy, I really like this one. The colours are fantastic and the shape is perfect. Cheers, Huw

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Huw! I appreciate it, mate.
Billy

[@SteveC38]

Very Awesome Billy 👍

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, brother!
Billy

[@jeffwimer3969]

Very well done. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you and thanks for watching, Jeff!
Billy

[@HarnealMedia]

Beautiful Billy

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Steve!
Billy

[@mrbodawg]

Great Ornament !

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Dawg!
Billy

[@Badgermatt-nc5nr]

Very nice, I watched your snow man video last night and this today, If I can get into the shop with my new ankle I am definitely going to make both!!!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Cool, Matt! Thanks for watching and give them a go as soon as you are able.
Billy

[@ESCAGEDOWOODWORKING]

Very cool!!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, buddy!
Billy

[@phantm24]

beautiful piece.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Many thanks!
Billy

[@stuartscott9646]

Very nice!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Stuart!
Billy

[@johnwallace4408]

This is a fantastic turn and build! By far & away your BEST TURN! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, John! I appreciate you watching and commenting. And Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Billy

[@Phenrica]

Nice piece Billy 👍🏻

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Steve!
Billy

[@MGMakes]

Absolutely stunning piece there Billy. Thanks for sharing. Happy new year to you and your family pal.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Martin! And a happy, safe and prosperous New Year to you and yours, my friend.
Billy

[@spindlesworkshop9744]

What a beautiful piece...that really came out nice...Merry Christmas

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Luie! And to you, my friend!
Billy

[@turntbyhi-lo3516]

Really nice Billy. "Why", love it.
Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Mark

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Mark! And a Merry Christmas to you and yours as well!
Billy

[@DesertBumWoodWorkn]

That really came out nice Billy. Merry Christmas To you and your Family

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Chuck! And to you and yours, my friend!
Billy

[@markkemp9253]

Nice job merry Christmas from yamba Australia

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Mark! And a merry Christmas to you and yours!
Billy

[@IrishChippy]

It turned out real nice Billy, despite the mishap with the finial. Happy Christmas to you all over there

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Pascal! Happy Christmas to you and yours as well, mate!
Billy

[@daveb.misc.2589]

really nice ornament billy! ive GOT to try makin some of those! i know....its too late really for Christmas this year. but, im not on a time schedule! well done bud!

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Dave! I really appreciate it!
Billy

[@cortlandhunt4721]

Good job Billy! Looks good! 👍🇺🇸
I finally got out in the shop today worked on Sycamore bowl. Got results from my MRI. Ends up I got a cyst on my spinal cord between 4-5 lumbar. Type cyst is usually 95% benign, but it’s going to give me good and bad days. Go see a specialist Wednesday for options. Have a great Holiday Season my friend..

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thanks, Cort! I hope they get you fixed up! I have permanent damage to my sciatic nerve (between L4 & 5) so I understand fully. All the best this holiday season to you and yours, my friend!
Billy

[@JTLEE-zd2ig]

Praying for good tests, & wise insight from all the medical staff, and fast healing by God's care.

[@ClairesCraftyCorner]

Billy its absolutely beautiful .. honestly love it ! ❤❤ the finial? Is that how you spell it ? Lol its soooo intricate and just makes the piece xxx

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you so much, Claire! Yes, that is the correct spelling. And thanks for watching!
Billy

[@Leefywood]

I’m not a Christmas person but I enjoyed how you made it. Not a lover of the music either but thanks for sharing. Keep um coming.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Wayne. I quit using music a few months back, but I just couldn't help myself with this one.
Billy

[@russellgloyd2577]

Can you put that tape measure on the smallest part of the finial I'm curious how small you guys can make them

[@TheMessyStudio]

Sorry, I can't post a picture on the comments, but it measures 1/8" at the thinnest part. But I've made them smaller... about 1/16". But the wood has to be a tight straight grain for that.

[@suzetteedwards7956]

That's beautiful. I have to try that. What kind of dye do you use? I've been looking for something that colors without hiding the grain.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Suzette! It's FolkArt Ultra. I got it from Hobby Lobby, but it's also available on Amazon. amzn.to/2DUN0Gl
Billy

[@w4baham]

Very nice. What is your source for the brass screwed in eyelets?

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Don! I don't use brass eyelets. I make my own using nichrome wire. I show you how in this video: th-cam.com/video/ik9O7Zxf8Mk/w-d-xo.html
Billy

[@w4baham]

@@TheMessyStudio Thanks Billy. Looks like a good idea.

[@lizchelgren1270]

hi Billy, new subscriber. Where'd you find th ChinesTallow. I would like to try some of it. thanks JC

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Liz! A friend has two tress and they often drop limbs in her yard. When they do she calls me.
Billy

[@randallnelson2452]

This video was instructive but hard to watch. I was distracted by the white stain on his shirt. It looked like a bird had relieved itself on his shirt. But he did a good job turning the ornament.

[@TheMessyStudio]

Thank you, Randall! If I only turned in clean shirts, I'd never have any. LOL
Billy