Combining Inspiration To Turn My Unique Christmas Ornament

Where does inspiration come from? I have asked that question many times. This time, I can identify where it came from: Last week’s ornament and the pumpkin also turned recently.

After turning a sphere, I mounted it after rotating the axis 90 degrees and then adjusting the axis to turn several shallow coves. Then mount it to a doughnut chuck to hollow the front. Finally an attempt to embellish further with paint. (That part did not turn out so well).

The body and finial is finished with shellac. I attempted to apply acrylic paint and then Rub N Buff for a swirl. After failing, I applied Rub N Buff to the entire hollow.

Also, I keep adding accessories to my doughnut chuck.

Enjoy.

p.s. If you would like a more in depth demonstration than my weekly videos, please contact me for an IRD (Zoom Demo) on this or other topics.


2 Responses to “Combining Inspiration To Turn My Unique Christmas Ornament”

  1. Peter Fabricius says:

    Hi Alan, Merry Christmas and A great New Year to you and your family.
    I like the creativeness of combining the concepts as you did here. I noted the Challenge, Side Hollowed ornament with the Snowman inside. I will be rating it up high on my list. Simple and effective ornament!
    I admire your tenacity in coming up with new weekly ideas to demonstrate for us.
    Enjoy your turning and keep safe.
    Thanks
    Peter Fabricius
    Hanover, Ontario

  2. Peter Fabricius says:

    Hi Again, P.S.
    Your fineal and top hanger could use a little slimming down to make the ornament more delicate. Note the style of fineals created by Cindy Drozda. Thanks. Peter

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