Chaos Pen Blanks - Use Up All Those Cut Offs

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
  • Like most pen turners, I have boxes of cut offs from past pens. I decided it was time to clean out and finally put all the great wood to use. There was a ton of gluing involved to make these blanks but I think you'll agree, they are worth it!
    Regards,
    Bob
    Preparing Acrylic Blanks for Turning: • Preparing Acrylic Blan...
    Preparing Wood Blanks for Turning: • Preparing Wood Blanks ...
    My Info:
    Facebook: / 992853487406788
    Instagram: @RJBWoodturner
    Twitter: @RJBWoodturner
    E-Mail: RJBWoodturner@yahoo.com
    Be sure to check out my second channel, WhatchaDoinBob, it’s a VLOG about what I’m doing at any given time. / whatchadoinbob

ความคิดเห็น • 178

  • @robertevans6481
    @robertevans6481 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those are truly one of a kind....awesome looking blanks.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Robert.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @PedroWoodWorks
    @PedroWoodWorks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow!!! Spectacular!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍

  • @MrFlashback2
    @MrFlashback2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very patient Bob, well done.

  • @rhilton1881
    @rhilton1881 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How clever and resourceful! You've made the most of your pen supplies and gained more pen blanks at no cost. Good show!

  • @kwstasantwniou243
    @kwstasantwniou243 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    All the blanks looks perfect, and all these came out of scrap...excellent job Bob!👍

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Kwstas,
      This was a fun one to do because there were no rules.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @davidwinch7997
    @davidwinch7997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great presentation Bob. Well done. Food for thought for me. Cheers Buddha, Beachmere Australia.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you David.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @garyyardley7306
    @garyyardley7306 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Those are so nice it makes me want to saw up some blanks and make some "scrap".

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just keep those cut offs, you’ll have a box full in no time.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @Cj12sings
    @Cj12sings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow that was Spectacular..!!!!!

  • @charlesreicks648
    @charlesreicks648 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love that pen. Only you can pull something like this. Fantastic Thanks

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Charles.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @jmb3450
    @jmb3450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very creative way of combining cut offs for some eye catching blanks. I will definitely be using this technique, thank you for sharing!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you.
      Maybe throw me a shout out when you do. 😀
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @pencraftsmanship
    @pencraftsmanship 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll have to try this out with my scrap pieces. Awesome work

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Please send a photo, I have seen some amazing blanks made this way.
      Regards,
      Bob

    • @pencraftsmanship
      @pencraftsmanship 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RJBWoodTurner I just started a channel I only have 2 videos up so far. Could you give me advice on getting better shots when turning a other ideas. Thank you

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use a ladder and clamp my tri pod onto
      It. That lets me hang it above the lathe. Then zoom the shot and eliminate everything that is not part of the turning.
      Regards,
      Bob

    • @pencraftsmanship
      @pencraftsmanship 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man that's a good idea. I'll definitely give that a try. Thanks again

  • @clydew2357
    @clydew2357 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea on how to use all those bits and pieces, and create a beautiful pens.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Clyde.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @dscritter614
    @dscritter614 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was crazy. I love it!

  • @boyscout419
    @boyscout419 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm learning a LOT in watching your videos! Thanks!

  • @barryfields2964
    @barryfields2964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like those. I especially like the fact that you cut them at such a steep angle, really gave it a great look. So many people doing chaos glue up don't use a strong enough angle, and it doesn't look that chaotic. Those really look chaotic.
    All those small pleases?, just dump them in a mold and fill it up with resin.
    Glad to have you back.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Barry,
      I do need to get back to casting.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @Bob_H
    @Bob_H 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely SPECTACULAR! What a wonderful and creative use for discarded 'waste'.

  • @mnwoodshop3877
    @mnwoodshop3877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very creative.You out done yourself again.I love watching your videos for that reason.

  • @tonyj2216
    @tonyj2216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It takes vision to see beauty in all that scrap.....great job with the blanks.

  • @glenmckelvey5952
    @glenmckelvey5952 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waste not want not . Great idea those look awesome . Take care .

  • @davidmurray1729
    @davidmurray1729 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very beautiful!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you David.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @embcheckpilot
    @embcheckpilot 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting, they look great.

  • @valborchardt3596
    @valborchardt3596 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh wow, those are fabulous Bob, great idea you had. Take care as always from South Africa

  • @philwalmsley1116
    @philwalmsley1116 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bob, those blanks are awesome!!!!!

  • @georgebrill3072
    @georgebrill3072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job, Bob.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you George.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @chrisjp7937
    @chrisjp7937 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been watching your videos for a while. Felt I really had to comment on this one as it's a brilliant use of off-cuts and a great way to recycle with some beautiful results. Many thanks 👍🏻

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Chris,
      I appreciate you watching and especially commenting.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @jpwoodwork
    @jpwoodwork 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice Bob, real nice

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Jamie.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @mikel4510
    @mikel4510 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍 Great idea well done! BZ!

  • @dommer6977
    @dommer6977 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful! It's like wooden Damascus 👍🏻

  • @synergyjohnwv
    @synergyjohnwv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bob, you kill me buddy with these ideas. Hope to see you this year at mid ohio. good to see u getting some shop time in and turning some more pens.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you John,
      I’m planning to be there, cat wait
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @josephpepecastillo717
    @josephpepecastillo717 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gorgeous! When you have creativity and the right tools, you can create amazing things!

  • @MrVillafum
    @MrVillafum 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool blanks Bob! However I have to say that I found your patience to actually create these blanks the awesome part of this project. Great work! Thanks...

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Mike,
      I made them over a month so it really wasn’t all that tedious.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @grampymeyer6603
    @grampymeyer6603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos, I get tons of ideas.. this "CHAOS" blanks is so cool and we all have "scraps" to make the most unusual designs...keep up with the amazing vision and even better execution.

  • @mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941
    @mamabearssheshedtracykeato6941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I know the perfect project for those itty-bitty pieces! I absolutely love these pens and how they come out! Fantastic job Rob!

  • @Lostfriar1
    @Lostfriar1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work, my friend. The blanks look terrific....!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Tarry.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @johnmontano3251
    @johnmontano3251 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent idea and that’s a nice looking pen. Great job!

  • @georgemccombs5070
    @georgemccombs5070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the idea, like you I have a ton of cut offs

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you George.
      They were really building up and I needed the space.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @AndysCornishCreations
    @AndysCornishCreations 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Bob...wow that's an awful lot of work!! But the result is fantastic..beautiful pen..don't think that I have the patience!! ..All the best....Andy

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Andy,
      It’s not as bad as it seems. Set the blanks out and do glue ups between other processes, chip away at it and before you know it you’ll have some beautiful blanks.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @TheRedhawke
    @TheRedhawke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New subscriber and this video just blew my mind. Fantastic

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you,
      Welcome to my channel.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @johnwhitehead4809
    @johnwhitehead4809 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great idea and work bob, well worth the vast amount of effort, now i know what i have to do with my box of offcuts!!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, your blanks will be vastly different than anything else you’ve seen. Friends and family will love them.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @Sparrowfart2
    @Sparrowfart2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    some of your best stuff I reckon. Love it.

  • @silenttraveler2710
    @silenttraveler2710 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Total Awesomeness Bob...
    Thanks...

  • @raydillon4405
    @raydillon4405 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Bob. Fantastic idea for using the offcuts. They look absolutely amazing.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Ray.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @rogerratze83
    @rogerratze83 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video as usual Bob. Keep them coming please.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Roger.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @JANDLWOODWORKING
    @JANDLWOODWORKING 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OK that is some Beautiful work there!!! WOW~~!!!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you James.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @sycamorepencompany1663
    @sycamorepencompany1663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those turned out spectacular!!! Great job Bob!!! 👏👏👏

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Scott.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @latherookie
    @latherookie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, awesome looking pen!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Kevin.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @ericmilligan3
    @ericmilligan3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent work Bob, what a good idea, lovely pens. 👍♥️♥️

  • @grantliddiard7742
    @grantliddiard7742 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Bob. Welcome back mate. Now, more videos

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Grant, I’m working on it, I promise.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @donaldosborn7772
    @donaldosborn7772 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice pen

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Donald.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @SilverBack.
    @SilverBack. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bob the smaller bits you could cast in clear resin making a large block then slice it up in different angles to give pen blanks like these

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I kept them so I’m sure they’ll show up again sometime as a new pen blank. Good idea.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @walshjp17
    @walshjp17 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best idea I've seen yet for using those left overs we all have. Well done, Bob. I may have to steal this idea 😉. BTW, great seeing you at SEPG.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you John,
      It was great meeting you too.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @nabi.dastaran
    @nabi.dastaran 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was incredible! It turned out great.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Nabi.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @charlieodom191
    @charlieodom191 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your blanks are amazing
    Good video thanks Bob

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Charlie.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @keylock9064
    @keylock9064 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    beautiful

  • @phaffr
    @phaffr 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the video, I also have lots of cut offs

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope you give this a try.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @ejlilley
    @ejlilley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! extremely rewarding result. I have done a few of these (in a much simpler glueup) with veneer etc,
    but these, though time and glue consuming, are absolutely gorgeous!

  • @spotoncam3640
    @spotoncam3640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I myself don't like to throw away even the smallest wood pieces 🙏.
    Really appreciate for not adding to the ever increasing thrash in this world 🙏

  • @barias9999
    @barias9999 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job! Thanks for the excellent idea!

  • @aarondsalberg
    @aarondsalberg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Way cool!

  • @timhalcomb4041
    @timhalcomb4041 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another excellent video thanks for sharing you have a blessed evening

  • @bretmaples
    @bretmaples 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man, I would love to have one of those! They are beautiful.

  • @alanmullock381
    @alanmullock381 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stunners!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @paulwaldrop
    @paulwaldrop 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great use of scraps. :D I have so many cutoffs in my shop. Give away as much as I can, try not to throw out any.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m the same way. I figure I can do this maybe once a year and really clean house.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @nathanclinard1470
    @nathanclinard1470 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those look fantastic! Hope your glue joints don’t fail during turning.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I used Tight Bond II. And there glued in all sorts of directions. The ones I’ve turned have held well.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @frehleycomet
    @frehleycomet 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice

  • @nothereorthereoranywhere
    @nothereorthereoranywhere 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful idea to process leftovers into a one of a kind piece of usable art! Thank you. Very inspiring. My only thought is, what if this turned into a segmented pen?

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, there is so much potential and opportunity with this type of blank. It could easily be made a segmented pen.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @redkite200
    @redkite200 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd imagine there's quite a bit of time invested in making these but certainly worth it for the result.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, they are most definitely worth it, I’m loving how they look when turned.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @markdebarge9522
    @markdebarge9522 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice very very Nice

  • @rainerheinrichs8707
    @rainerheinrichs8707 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the great idea.
    Greetings from Germany

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Rainer.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @raulgomez3588
    @raulgomez3588 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wuauu, that's increible!!! thanks

  • @angelasteinkamp6326
    @angelasteinkamp6326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a good idea. How long did it take to do all this, from sorting to prepping them with tubes?

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL,
      Sorting and prep took a while. Now I use whole blanks and it goes much faster.

  • @matthewezell1911
    @matthewezell1911 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a great idea for the really small pieces. Break out the pressure pot. Pick a random color epoxy, grab a random handful of the small pieces, toss those pieces in a square mold (and 8 do mean just toss them to randomize them), pour the epoxy (or resin, I'm using those terms interchangeably), pressure it up, cut up the block, and see what kind of chaos comes out.
    God bless,
    Matt

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Matt, that is a great idea.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @aprildegele1510
    @aprildegele1510 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful as always. Plans for jig?

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you April,
      I don’t have any plans for the sled. It’s just a backstop on a sled set at 90 degrees to the blade.
      Redress,
      Bob

  • @joelnickerson6739
    @joelnickerson6739 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Bob. How much do one of those pens cost. They are awesome. I'm still setting up my shop. New York weather hasn't been nice to build in. Have a great day my friend

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Joel,
      I quit selling pens a couple years back. Thank you for asking though.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @garyshirinian
    @garyshirinian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much do you sell each pen .
    They look amazing

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      $100.00

    • @garyshirinian
      @garyshirinian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RJBWoodTurner thx ill show my wife for my birthday in January.

  • @garykitch970
    @garykitch970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great what kind of kit did you use

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was a Sierra kit.
      Regards,
      Bob

    • @garykitch970
      @garykitch970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RJBWoodTurner thanks

  • @jedmanire9330
    @jedmanire9330 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will you be selling any of these blanks?

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately there already spoken for. I may make another batch as cutoffs seem to be very common in my shop.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @patrickgalvin7142
    @patrickgalvin7142 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I thought I was the only one keeping all those cut offs. Ha!

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL, I just can’t bring myself to throw them away, I always knew I’d find a use for them.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @patsikes
    @patsikes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How much would you charge me if I sent you my box of cut off’s to do one of these? I don’t have the right tools. 😀😍

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the offer but they take way to much time to make. I will be selling eleven of them on this channel as I clear out some excess blanks. Stay tuned.
      Regards,
      Bob

    • @patsikes
      @patsikes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally understand!

  • @tommiestrydom973
    @tommiestrydom973 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why not cast all those little pieces in a mold and cut the up into pen blanks?

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a possibility. I haven’t decided yet, I’m leaving my options open at he moment searching ideas.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @jeffibbotson137
    @jeffibbotson137 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They are so cool! (AKA Twisted Creations by JI on insta)

  • @dynapig
    @dynapig 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video Bob!
    But sorry to say I don’t think you have a career in hand modding.

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL, I’ve never been accused of that.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @WApnj
    @WApnj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Funny how recycling cut offs creates more cut offs... Lol

    • @RJBWoodTurner
      @RJBWoodTurner  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can’t avoid that, LOL.
      Regards,
      Bob

  • @orelygarcia
    @orelygarcia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🧡💯😎👍👍💥🍕🍺

  • @pawjacobsen6566
    @pawjacobsen6566 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice pen