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Offline John

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With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« on: December 20, 2013, 10:03:28 AM »
This is my take on a Stuart Mortimer vase,
The body is Bramley apple. the lid Sycamore sprayed with Car body paint.
The apple was rotten from top to bottom through the centre which determined the top and bottom shape. ( to large in my opinion)
C&C welcome
John
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2013, 10:13:15 AM »
Not sure that apologies are needed, they say that imitation is the highest form of flattery. I admire the skill and patience involved in this type of work, can't imagine ever doing it myself so hats off to you. If I were to be critical it would only be that I think the finial would have been better if a bit narrower but as I don't do this type of work myself I won't LOL. 

Pete
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2013, 08:58:35 PM »
I'm with Pete, I think Stuart would be thrilled that someone had the courage to take on, not only his open spiral work, but one of such dimensions.

Wonderful to see such effort portrayed here in this forum, very well done indeed.
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #3 on: December 21, 2013, 10:56:55 AM »
looks great to me.
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #4 on: December 21, 2013, 07:38:11 PM »
That's a great looking piece. No apologies needed, as far as I can see. Well done. Malcolm.
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #5 on: December 22, 2013, 11:12:55 PM »
Thanks for your comments Guys
It makes 12 hours of hand sanding worthwhile.
John
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #6 on: December 22, 2013, 11:56:17 PM »

John, I can only agree as already mentioned, stunning work, be very proud of yourself.

Cheers  David
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #7 on: January 16, 2014, 06:50:20 PM »
Hi ,
Last night at Chelmer Valley Woodturners Club I was presented with the Chairman,s cup.for 2014 competition.
John
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2014, 07:41:18 PM »
Congratulations, well deserved. Always good to have recognition from fellow turners.

Pete
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #9 on: January 17, 2014, 08:04:23 AM »
It always feels good to have your hard work recognised.

Congratulations and well deserved.

Just one problem, what are you going to follow it up with?
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #10 on: January 17, 2014, 08:55:11 AM »
Quote from: John on December 22, 2013, 11:12:55 PM

It makes 12 hours of hand sanding worthwhile.

John well done. This just proves that if the effort is put in ,the end product is worth it. A lovely piece and deserving an award.
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Re: With appologies to Stuart Mortimer
« Reply #11 on: January 17, 2014, 07:14:20 PM »

John, Congratulations and very well deserved...  the trophy base lets the reward down for form ..  :o ..

Cheers  David
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