Turning and Carving Archives - Page 17 of 45

Well, guys 'n gals, I got signed up with the Port Townsend School of Woodworking to take a turning class at the end of this month.  There was only 1…

does anyone remember an article about turning/installing your own lathe chisel handles? my search did not find anything.

I just came into a large half rotten maple tree.  I have read many articles that explain how to turn a green blank and paint it with end sealer. I…

ok. please! can someone tell me how to make threads to screw on a lid when i turn a vessel??!!?? i have made many vessels, but have had NO success…

I am looking for a source for hazel branches. After watching this video, thought it may be fun. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWWw5HHzvFw

Recently I bought a 3 X 3 X 12 blank of wood labeled Zapote Chico on the discount table at the local Rockler store. It is a dark brown/reddish wood,…

I have a Delta-Rockwell 46-12 wood lathe purchased on Craig List for $400. I have cleaned,repainted, and checked it mechanically. I am building a new stand since the one it…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7x6On0XSXg&feature=fvw Nothing bad at the link. Just some woodworker with his home made wood lathe. And see.. How to make a round wooden ball http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNCT7Yu-oRc&NR=1 And just using a bandsaw and…

I want a good lathe for a reasonable price.  I am going to learn turning so that I can make legs for Windsor chairs.  I am completely new to wood…

I'm hollowing out an ambrosia maple bowl and am encountering some pretty coarse end grain. Rather than "sand like crazy" or turn to 36 grit, I was wondering if moistening…