CosmoKnot

Wow!
That’s knot your typical wood turning.<grin>

-- Randy, Rustic Artisan, a family tradition. (No PM's - auto-deleted.) - "I am a seeker, not a follower."

it looks like the hole melted right through the vase. you are getting very creative with these dyes. Did you turn the top and then cut the leaf shapes later, or were these already there and jsut a part of the turning process. The question might not make sense. If not, no worries. Cool project.

HokieMojo, it was turned with a large rim, cut, carved and shaped.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

A most interesting piece. Did you dye the inside?

-- Working at Woodworking http://www.VillageLaneFurniture.com

Another fabulous turning. Your finishes are always so creative!

Russel, the inside is dyed black only, no lacquer or wax.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

Very interesting. I like the graining, very unusual. I’d like to see the outer part darker to give it more mystery, less of a neon brightness, but that may be the camera’s flash altering your colors. I think with a little more black/brown to the dyes you’d create a lava effect. It looks hot from here! I like how you’re experimenting with the woods, shapes and colors.

-- "They who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night." ~ Edgar Allan Poe

Very unusual & eye catching Joe. Great job.

-- Grumpy - "Always look on the bright side of life"- Monty Python

Well done, interesting design!

-- Les, Wichita, Ks. (I'd rather be covered in saw dust!)

In a galaxy far far away on a distant planet, there is a cosmic plant that exists only on the distant edges of our universe. Brought back to earth by an alien by the name of Trifern (Spocks brother inlaw) he has brought us this wondrous gift for earthlings to see. Beautiful in its form and color, only an alien of distinct caliber and bravery would dare such a challenge as the great Trifern, who seeks not glory, but only to satisfy his passion for the most unique and challenging of all quests. (Actually his alien wife Muffy, told him to go make something cool, or spend more time watching the kids, and help with the laundry) And so never one to shirk from a challenge, (he hates doing laundry) he set out on the task to bring forth COSMOKNOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks Joe looks great!!!

-- Dan Wiggins

Had to laugh at the name , Joe , and as far as commenting goes , let’s just say that this one is “unique” :)

-- You know you're getting old when you know the difference between you're (you are) and your (belonging to you) AND how to use them in a sentence .

VERY COOL, I have never heard of this wood, Where is it from?

-- Jed,Ala,jmwoodworks057.com

Looks very interesting. Kinda looks like a squid swimming downward.

-- http://inhisgrip1.blogspot.com/

trifern, I envy you, I used to be sooo energetic and creative. Now, retired, I have a hard time to thhink of new things or get my Body in gear. Enjoy seeing you creations.
( retired in ‘97 and now finally it’s catching up with me)

-- Karl, Wyoming

Joe, I don’t think I’m qualified to offer any constructive criticism…it’s just simply beautiful!

Thanks for posting for us.

-- Martin, Kansas

Dan, I like doing the laundry but my wife has banned me from it. Seams like everything kept coming out different colors, shapes and textures.

jcame, here is a link for Tree of Heaven. This wood was harvested locally from a damaged tree.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

You are quite a prolific and creative turner. I’d be interested to know what your sources are for the woods you use in your projects

-- Dr. Ken, Florida

The tri-leaf opening is a great touch.

-- http://www.woodsongsfurniture.com

Very cool Joe, you are becoming a master. Did’nt you say the only way to get that hollowing tool is to go to one of that guys seminars?

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Mike, you can order Trent Bosch’s hollowing tools directly from his website. I also have and used his carving station on this project.

Dr. Ken, this piece of wood came from a fellow member of my local wood turning club. I get a lot of wood from other members and friends. Most of the stuff I have been using lately is all local wood from fallen trees, saved from landfills.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

fabulous!!

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

Love your piece Trifern very nice.

-- northerndan