No doubt, many will not recognize themselves in what I am going to relate.
They ignore their happiness.
When, fortunately, I come into possession of a beautiful piece of wood, what am I doing ?
... I put it aside carefully for when I get an idea ...
When at last I have "the" idea, what do I do ?
... I put it into practice on a piece of scrap because I risk missing, and so to spoil a nice piece of wood !
So here is a beautiful piece of maple burl that, contrary to the usual was textured BEFORE being turned.
I am already well experienced in these collaborations.
To everyone, I wish you a nice Christmas and good turnings for next year.
