THE Extraordinary GIVEAWAY - A new concept in woodturning?

Get ready to be captivated by a woodturning revelation like never before! Join us as we unveil our highly anticipated Giveaway Edition, a truly unique creation that pushes the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship. Witness the fusion of oak and leather in an extraordinary oak bowl, where creativity meets artistry in the most unexpected way. Brace yourself for a journey that will leave you in awe of the ingenuity and innovation behind this ground breaking concept. Are you ready to witness a new era in woodturning? Stay tuned for an unforgettable experience!
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[@mickwilson127]

“It’s really quite extraordinary” Ya think? It is quite simply the most stunning turned bowel I’ve every seen. 👏👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Mick, for a first go I don't think it came out too bad 😃

[@mickwilson127]

I d of course mean bowl 😂😂😂😂

[@MikeHolton]

@@mickwilson127 🤣😂😅

[@MalaiMagruder]

Fascinating combination! Definitely a win for team Holton!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks, this took a lot of time to plan, but I'm glad I did it 😀

[@HaneulsSpace_WoodStory]

The combination of wood and leather is always beautiful. With gold color and patterns in it, it looks like a dragon's skin! Impressed by the new challenge!👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks my friend, I do refer to it as the dragon bowl 😀.

[@lindagoldberg2325]

Interesting way to play with your new toy. Have fun!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Linda, I have lots more planned 😀

[@nordy67]

Very clever and creative. I enjoyed watching that.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Nordy 😀

[@lyndaowen2154]

Very different, but absolutely beautiful! Fantastic artistry!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@walshjp17]

Now that is quite the unique turning. I do like the leather embellishment.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, it certainly is different 😃

[@spiritwynd]

Wow! Mike! That's beautiful! So unique!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks very kindly! I must get over to catch up on your work, I've been so busy with this and my day job I've not had time to watch videos!

[@spiritwynd]

@@MikeHolton Aw! Thanks Mike! I also have a day job, or rather, an evening job. It makes it hard to keep up with all the great turners out there!

[@MikeHolton]

@@spiritwynd I know there are just so many! What do you do?

[@brenda3768]

Well that's interesting. Turned out beautifully, great idea.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Brenda, now I know it's possible I do more interesting things 😄

[@AGRIV8TD1963]

Another B-E-A-Utiful piece Mike!😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! 😀

[@gluey27]

It’s a lovely bowl Mike and as you said quite extraordinary. All the best Shirley

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😁

[@Kaptaindroid]

Absolutely extraordinary

[@MikeHolton]

Yeah, I think extraordinary just about sums it up lol, just was a proof of concept, I want to take this much further.

[@jaynedavis3388]

I like the bowl & I’m impressed by the planning required this piece needed

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jayne, it certainly gave my brain a good workout for a few weeks 😁

[@wendyzeller3908]

Simply fantastic! I’ve never seen anything like it👏👏👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you! 😃

[@raywaltersjr.2146]

What an amazing piece of art. Yes, it’s a bowl but it’s also a piece of art. Great idea Mike brilliantly executed.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@JonRenner]

Not only beautiful, but you provide a good example that shows why a turner also needs a laser engraver! One that I can share with my wife!

[@MikeHolton]

Haha, good luck and if you need me to help any further to help you make your case, let me know 😆

[@thefreemathtutor]

Wonderful innovation.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Doug 😀

[@nanalefevre3670]

AND THE BOWL IS SPECTACULAR!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@rodneypeterson4106]

A very interesting concept. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeHolton]

You are most welcome Rodney 😃

[@jkc61]

Absolutely amazing piece.😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I have lots more ideas now I know it works 😃

[@markjupina178]

What a great unique idea! Nice job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark 🙂

[@sptuck]

what a fantastic idea . perfectly carrted out

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, as I said in the video I made this bowl in my head about 30 times so I had a fair idea how to sort the problems I would face, but I did get lucky that everything went as smoothly as it did. All the best, Mike

[@andrewhall1693]

Nice idea Mike ....thanks for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Andrew 😀

[@spiderspid]

Stunning!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😊

[@dreamawhatley9609]

I love this!! Reminds me of the Renaissance period. Beautiful!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@dalebrittenham1823]

Amazing project..... Love this Mike....

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dale 😃

[@peterthornton8520]

Wow. Never in a million years would I have guessed the end result. Its kinda Heraldic in design I think. Well done.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Peter, I know what you mean, the word medieval is used a lot as well to describe it. Now I know the technique works I take take it further and try new and more exciting things, all the best, Mike 😃

[@WhenLifeTurns]

That’s amazing! Would have never thought of it

[@MikeHolton]

Inspiration comes from everywhere, this came me from seeing a video of a man using a laser to cut felt.

[@jeffreyholland7829]

Mikeyou really have outdone yourself! Then again, I've probably said that before.😀

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Jeffrey, I really hope you get to say it again 😀

[@kristikey8320]

Totally unusual! Quite remarkable! I wish I was in the running for this masterpiece.

[@MikeHolton]

Not to worry, you will be for the next one I'm making now. 😀

[@OzfGP35]

Wow, Mike that is so very innovative 💡 & I've never seen anything like that beautifully decorated bowl ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you liked it Karen, more to come 😄

[@mpham321]

Very nice! Great idea!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😀

[@joebuchanan3845]

Absolutely stunning 👍🏻

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Joe 😀

[@timmcgill9657]

I would have never thought about that. Nice job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tim, inspiration comes from very strange places lol 😀

[@USAF82]

Mike, I've seen many of your projects but this one, even royalty would blush. While stationed at RAF Lakenheath, I enjoyed all aspects of Great Britain. Now that I'm retired back home in Texas your accent and kind words bring back those enjoyable times. Keep creating my friend!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much my friend, so glad you have good memories of the UK, all the best, Mike

[@MikeWaldt]

A very unique idea Mike which came out superbly. Great video. Cheers. Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mike, this was a proof of concept to see if it worked. Next time I'll work on getting a better contrast between the wood and leather. All the best, Mike

[@ogotai74]

Amazing concept - that’s a very unique concept to make a fun bowl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! This was a very fun experiment 😀

[@fionakronert5060]

I Love It. wow, the scales with the detail look incredible. Thank you for sharing your skill and creativity.
keep up the good work

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Fiona 😀

[@robbosma9303]

Daaamn... i love this!!! Like a dragon scale bowl!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rob, the dragon bowl is now it's official name 😄

[@syph92]

That's awesome, such a cool design

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😊, glad you like it 😀

[@WilsonPhotography1]

You’re the first I’ve seen using leather and the laser. Good idea, and excellent execution.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! hopefully I won't be the first and last lol 😀

[@WilsonPhotography1]

I don’t know what this means. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@WilsonPhotography1]

What is Tele’gram?

[@jimmyfitz]

Awesome Sauce! Well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jim 😁

[@marklawrence64]

Excellent!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Mark 😀

[@michalcoston3949]

I love the bowl . I've never seen anything like it .

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Michal, it is interesting 😀

[@tonycox6715]

That is truly some original thinking! Great concept very well executed. Very interesting.

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks Tony 😃

[@clivebaker615]

Never seen anything like it. Wonderfully unique

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Clive 😃

[@LOTGiscool]

This is awesome, big guy! First thing that comes to mind is how this would fit well in a medieval castle. Very cool!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! A few people have said the same 😀

[@alansmith477]

Very creative Mike. I never thought of using other material on bowl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Alan, now I know it works I will have a go at more 😃

[@kiwigirl6135]

Wow, must be so satisfying having a vision come to fruition ❤

[@MikeHolton]

It really is! This was in my head for so long so to finally get it out was a great feeling 😀

[@DrGIzmoBRad]

Mike, you continue to amaze doing such creative concepts. Guided Leather and Oak is yet another apex example :)

[@MikeHolton]

Wow, thank you! 😀

[@scottfonner]

Outstanding Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Scott! 😀

[@jsprankel4712]

You've created a "one-of-a-kind" masterpiece Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jim, and and as always, thanks for your amazing support. Mike

[@nanalefevre3670]

My goodness, all the different steps & work that goes into your works of art! If you sell them they must cost a fortune !! And I love the way you explain everything so well.Makes it so much more fun to watch. I'm so old now I would never be able to save up to buy one ! LOL I'm so late watching this i missed the give away.

[@MikeHolton]

Do not worry, there will be another giveaway in about 6 weeks 😀

[@kennethcoates2077]

Hello Mike, What a lovely bowl,I have never seen anything like this before truly amazing.
Ken.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kenneth, I love trying new things 😃, all the best, Mike

[@rwyse1]

Love your bowl design fish scales fabulous

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😊

[@gregdownunderinOz]

A very different bowl Mike.
You certainly are very patient.
I don’t know how well the leather patches will wear and stay on.
You are very talented and think in a different way to most Woodturners.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Greg, I will hopefully continue to be able to produce new concepts for as long as I'm turning. All the best, Mike

[@robertmiles7198]

Very much a unique piece! Must now watch your video on the laser machine.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Robert, it's an amazing tool, there is a learning curve but once you get the hand of it it's fairly easy to use.

[@WoodWizardrybyColin]

Wow thats absolutely gorgeous great idea with the Laser too something totally different and certainly not seen anything like it Well Done

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Colin, you should give it a try 😃

[@debraculbertson3915]

It looks great!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Debra 😀

[@SilverBack.]

Mike it is very unusual but Really good, Well done. Thank you for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

No worries my friend, just glad people seem to like it. 😄

[@petewarne5138]

Wow, thats truly amazing. Love your work, thankyou for sharing 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Pete 😊

[@ceciliarunnoe1463]

I am marveling at the way the rings of scales exactly fit/come together with no gaps and no scrunching the last one in to close the ring. Whew! Lots of math?
Another MH original !

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, one of the great things of using lasers is you can be so accurate 😀

[@unklekurlu]

That's a bowl fit for a king 👑
Looks mediaeval in design

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! A few people have mentioned it's medieval appearance 😀

[@razmatazmania1]

I love the way Hootch watches every move you make..🤭

[@MikeHolton]

He's my emotional support dog 😃

[@christopherhuber8930]

A great way to incorporate the laser printer and a lathe. Love the bowl

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Christopher 😃

[@ianholmes9361]

Hi Mike
That certainly is something completely different

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Ian, thanks! Now I know it works I can take it further 😃

[@dianadougherty7187]

What a lovely bowl. so creative. thankyou

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Diana 😃

[@jonnyglucose72]

Another beautiful approach to turning. Got to love it! Cheers! 😅

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Jonny 😀

[@rexmorgan6445]

Awesome project.

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Rex 😀

[@jefflodge3348]

Love this. The leather is such a cool contrast.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jeff, now I know it works I can try more interesting pieces 😀

[@surfcoastwoodcraft]

Very interesting idea and like how it came out!! 😀

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊 glad you liked it, all the best, Mike

[@davidtyers4903]

That is absolutely top drawer. Unique piece for sure.❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, now I know it works I can take it further to do more and more interesting things.

[@brycegenevaostler9359]

You have quiet the creative mind. I have a hard time just trying to figure out the shape of bowls and vases. Nice job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Bryce 😀

[@ericparramore5136]

Beautiful work. Much respect for the accuracy with which you measured and divided the piece

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Eric, that's one of the great things about lasers, you can be as accurate as you like 😀

[@СергейДеревцов-у9м]

Майк восхищаюсь Вашим творческим подходом и великим терпением при создании данного шедевра!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Спасибо, мой друг, у меня была эта идея некоторое время, так рад, что это сработало.

[@robertkaplan1146]

What a beautiful creation. Great job.👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😊

[@KarmaLady67]

I LOVE your work and creative process - yes, you really are an artist! I also really appreciate you talking through your process. It makes watching much more enjoyable and informative. Cheers!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much! I try to be as open and honest as I can be with my work, I try to share everything, even the mistakes so we can all learn together. All the best, Mike

[@davidmorgan7522]

That is very different Mike! But very nice! I think that you have one of a kind there. Thanks for sharing!
Take care, Dave

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks David, I do try to be original once in a while 😃

[@bevharrison8157]

Mike the laser cutter is a fantastic bit of kit .
You’ve created an incredible piece of art . Oak is a beautiful wood .thanks for entertaining me .
Bev

[@MikeHolton]

Ah thanks Bev, you are always so kind 😃

[@user-bighughie]

Fantastic, different take on woodturning Mike. Love it😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I do try to be original and attempt new things.

[@7WmR13]

Very nice work!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😃

[@jeanlong4285]

Very imaginative and quite beautiful.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jean, all the best, Mike

[@brendadriver2702]

Quite different and I know that took a lot of planning time. I like it!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Brenda, it sure did, so glad it worked out 😃

[@glengillette6513]

Quite the unique idea !!! Keep bringing us vids.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! Will do my best 👍

[@williamweaver4946]

That bowl is beautiful. The blank had a great grain to it. The golden scales just set it off. Great job again Mike!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks William, I think I would have liked more contrast between scales and bowl but this was just the first step 😃

[@razmatazmania1]

Love the golden highlights

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😃

[@jurgenwartmann6584]

I'm deeply impressed by the creativity you put into this one. Leather and Wood is an exciting combination :)

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Jurgen, this was a proof of concept that went way better than I could have hoped for. Now I know it works I can do a lot more with the technique. All the best, Mike

[@jurgenwartmann6584]

@@MikeHolton Not sure whether I missed that in the video. How did you match the size of the tiles to the circumference of the bowl? Did you scale the graphic after outside turning was complete?

[@MikeHolton]

@@jurgenwartmann6584 No I didn't say, I knew the depth I wanted for the scales 25mm, so I measured the circumference of the bowl and worked out how wide each one would be to fit exactly and not either be too wide or too thin to match the depth. When I knew the size I altered my templates so they were all this size and sent this to the laser, I think it ended up 25mm deep and 20.21mm wide. The great thing with lasers is that you can be as accurate as you like. Hope I explained it well enough. All the best, Mike

[@taysider01]

The amount of work and time you've spent on it is unbelievable.
Stunning work Mike

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks my friend, this surely was a labour of love. All the best, Mike

[@Colganology]

Amazing work as always!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@BrendaK-b9s]

What a brainwave! Brilliant! Awesome! I love it! I want it.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks Brenda 😀

[@LadyKatJPhillips]

🎉🎉🎉 This is a one-of-a-kind! I watch woodturning to relax and I've not seen anything like this in the three years I've been watching! FYI... if you send your sticker, business card or anything to Pohl Barn, Tuornage Dubois, Ben's Worx, Nick Zammeti, Sprague woodturning and any others, they will feature you & put your sticker on their boards. They're great guys! Should bring you more subscribers! Let's get you to 100,000!

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Lady Kat, many thanks and thanks for the tip! I will certainly do that! All the best, Mike

[@sgoldste02]

Interesting project. Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I like the idea but I think it can go a lot further, this was just a first step to test the concept.

[@sgoldste02]

@@MikeHolton Understood. Proof-of-concept projects are incredibly valuable. Keep exploring!

[@MikeHolton]

@@sgoldste02 I will, this is the type of thing I love to do.

[@Angela-en6oh]

@@MikeHolton Mike, I do hope you keep as many of your “proof of concept” pieces as possible. They will be a true record of how your artistic endeavours have progressed.

[@MikeHolton]

@@Angela-en6oh I have a few but of course this one will be going to a new owner quite soon!

[@Fieldlark]

very creative. I love watching you work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I appreciate that, all the best, Mike

[@tfturning]

Incredible work Mike, I can't imagine the hours you've spent planning this, let alone the actual making time!! Stunning! Thanks for sharing 👏

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tim, my wife knows better than to ask if everything is ok if I'm being quiet, she knows so well by now that I'm working solving problems I may encounter in my head. Problem solving and being able to work out processes in my head has saved me so many heartaches in the past and makes up for my average talent lol. All the best, Mike

[@ericharvey287]

I really like the wood/leather combination, it's given a great result,lovely piece of art and gives woodturners another great idea to give their imagination a work out,they don't have to copy but can use leather wood combinations in other ways to take their woodturning to another level,thanks Mike for getting us all thinking.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much and you're very welcome 🤗. I just love trying new things

[@joemissanelli3395]

Mike, as always, beautiful work! Cheers!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Joe, really appreciate your support, all the best, Mike

[@Aspiecrafts]

excellent idea

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, glad you liked it 😀

[@jenw9361]

Amazing! Never seen anything like that. 🙂

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jen, that was what I was aiming for 😀

[@earnestwalker9804]

Another wild concept by you Mike. Very original. Nice work.

[@MikeHolton]

Many thanks, glad you like it 😀

[@Bren72]

I wish I was as creative as you. This is a beautifully artistic piece. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Brenda, all it takes is a little practice and letting yourself be open to new ideas even if at first glance they seem a little daft 😃