Spiral candle stick

Jonzjob · Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:09 am Post subject:

That is one of the things about the method that I used Richard. It isn't that much hard work. The shaping of the outer radius of the spirals was done with my Carol sander drums and I didn't go for an 'exact plastic moulding' type of finish. The only awkward thing for me as I said ws the sanding strip and if I could find a way to get one of the sanding drums in there I definitely would!!

I agree that solid spirals, or the method I tried are MUCH harder. I can't remember whose method I used, but it is done with a 1/2 round gouge, a 'capstan' on the live end and turning the piece by hand while gouging the spiral. I have just left the piece onthe bench to remind me not to try it again Shocked

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Jonzjob · Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:26 pm Post subject:

Whale oil beef hooked!!

It does cause a bit of tear out with the forstner bit. I gave it a quick sharpen before I did it too!

I have cleaned a fair bit of it up, but there was definitely a fair bit of tear out. It won't cause a problem because the Carol sander just takes it out. It is a fair bit more awkward to do the sanding though with the twist in the other direction.

Tres bizarre!
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George Foweraker · Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 6:58 pm Post subject:

Nice work well done.

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dickm · Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 7:49 pm Post subject:

In the wonderful world of theory, it's supposed to be possible to make spirals like that on the router lathe that I picked up from the tip for £3. But doesn't seem to work in practice Sad

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Still doesn't detract from the fact that OP has done a super job there.
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Jonzjob · Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:22 pm Post subject:

I think that you would have to have a router bit that will plunge to about 1 3/4" to get to the bottom of that lot Dick? Much more simple with a forstner bit and a steady eye? I wish I had that steady eye 'cause I got the bit!

It is lovely to see the result after a bit of care though...
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Jonzjob · Posted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 2:27 pm Post subject:

Well I could now change the title of this thread to Spiral candle sticks because I have done the second. It was more difficult doing the right hand thread. That was mainly due to the orientation of the twist when I was smoothing down the form from the forstner bit cuts. Quite surprising really 'cause I thought it would be very similar.

I am pleased with the results but I think that I will spend a bit more time and effort on the finish? Well maybe, but I am a lazy git, so???

Oh yes, the candle on the left hand one is now straight! Embarassed

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Bodrighy · Posted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 2:50 pm Post subject:

A pair of these about 4' tall would look really Gothic wouldn't they? Laughing

They are very impressive the size they are though, good job, well done

pete
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Richard Findley · Posted: Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:34 pm Post subject:

Lovely pair John. I think they've turned out really well!!

Good job. Well done Applause

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Jonzjob · Posted: Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:48 pm Post subject:

Oh dear Pete, I have a 'forum friend' coming to stay for a few daze next week. He is a VERY enthusiastic chainsaw carving pro and he has asked me if I could get a lump of oak about 3 foot long and 18" across the heart. He will bring a few of his saws and we will see about carving (?) one of these at that size!!! I haven't even dared to tell OH yet! But I can see it happening if I can get that lump? IF!!!!! it happens I will post photos? Don't hold yer breffff!

Richard, thank you. I was really pleased how the pair turned out and I have a request from someone on a Francophile forum for a pair! She is also very interested in the tractor that I posted a while back

All I will have to do now is try to put a price on them?? Much more difficult than the making!
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Bodrighy · Posted: Wed Aug 04, 2010 10:05 pm Post subject:

Give yourself an hourly rate, + cost of materials etc then adapt for buyer. Friend usually cheaper and so forth

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Jonzjob · Posted: Wed Aug 04, 2010 10:41 pm Post subject:

Well, the materials are easy. 250€ for 4 stere (4 cubic meters) of fire wood. That would come to about 10 centimes for the lot? Time??? I'll have to think about that Razz

Ta for the tips Pete.

I think that it was you Pete that posted about a pro on a video you saw that was saying that if you started with firewood then that's what you finished up with. Is there any chance that you might remember just who that was? I would love to send him a couple of photos.
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Jonzjob · Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 9:40 pm Post subject:

Well, I now have a commission to make a pair of said candle sticks. Plus the tractor/trailer that I posted earlier and I am really looking forward to doing both!

Just as a reminder if you didn't see the tractor. It was such a lovely thing to make and just for me! This one has to be as good or even better if I can!

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richburrow · Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 10:13 pm Post subject:

That is mint, must have taken ages.
Cool

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Jonzjob · Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:09 am Post subject:

Thank you Rich.

A bit longer than most of the other things that I have turned I must admit??
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Jonzjob · Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2010 10:01 pm Post subject:

Bloody hell! They are reproducing!!!!

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