A Good Day Off

[JRD]

Nothing like a day off, and NO HONEY DO's!

So I was able to finally finish a half-done project begun last fall. Ever since making a small vase as one of my first projects, I've been wanting to do a larger one. This one is 9 1/2 inch tall about 6 inch at widest diameter. Wood is Poplar with some mineral stains showing too.

It's perfect for dried flowers. If I could just find a way to absolutely waterproof the interior, I'd do it so cut flowers could be used too, but I've not been able to find a waterproofing method that seemed both simple and foolproof.

Jim

 

[FredP]

nicely done.:eusa_clap fiberglass and resin works well but it sure is a mess to apply.

fred

 

[DaveO]

That's AWESOME!!!!

I really like the color and form.
Great job :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

Dave

 

[McRabbet]

Well, you could try to find an hourglass-shaped vase to insert inside, but then it might be pretty tough to get it in...:roll: Nice job on interesting wood.

Rob

 

[walnutjerry]

Super job-------nice shape!!
I have heard of using clear epoxy to coat he inside for waterproofing---------never have tried it though.

Jerry

 

[jeff...]

That's really sharp !!!

 

[Toddler]

Jim,

Based on some previous threads, if you are seriously considering waterproofing the inside, I'd email Ben who goes by Coastal1 on this site.

He builds boats. I know west system epoxy can be used, but I wouldn't know which to get and Ben may know of some less expensive but equally waterproof options.

Todd

 

[dozer]

Really nice job, one of these days I need to turn something like that.

 

[erasmussen]

WOW thats nice:eusa_clap

 

[Eaglesc]

Why not put in a plastic bag?
What is the dia of the opening?
Tennis ball containers will fit in a mason jar neck if you persuade them.they are 3"

 

[alleng]

nicely done,loml throws clay pots,ill have to show her this,its realy cool

 

[lwhughes149]

I must say you do some beautiful work.

 

[SSuther]

Really beautiful work. I'm thinking I've seen glass "tumbler" style containers that might fit this properly. Go to any store that sells housewares. Bet you can find something that will work for not much $.

 

[sapwood]

Great shape and beautiful colors Jim!
You need more time off :lol:

Roger

 

[cskipper]

That is really sharp! Good job!!!:icon_thum