Turning and Carving Archives - Page 33 of 45

Our big willow's going to be chipped up soon, and I'd like to save some for turning if possible.  Can anyone(s) give me the basics on what part of the…

Just realized there are a couple parts missing from my used Jet 1236 lathe (blue version), the spanner wrench and the live center.  Should I replace the live center with…

Hi everyone. A very simple question (but perhaps one with a complicated answer).  I've been enjoying turning pens and small objects on my mini lathe for a while now but…

Well, I bought a lathe today!  In a very unusual alignment of the stars, a used one in great condition came up for sale here on the west side of…

I am in the market for either the Teknatool Supernova Scroll chuck or the Oneway Talon scroll chuck. Before putting my money on the barrel head, I  would be interested in learning about the experiences of other…

I'm a new turner.  I've made a couple of bowls and have noticed I get a fair amount of tear out usually in two spots (180 degrees from each other). …

I have a Duracraft lathe model WL 1236. I was hoping someone could help with a manual for this model, i don't have any information on it. I did some…

Hi all, I want to build a dining room table with a rustic spanish look. Wanting to stay away from trestle legs, I decided to turn legs for the table.…

I have just recently aquired a beautiful walking staff. It's a beatuiful piece of Eucalyptus. I am going to attempt to do some carving on it. In the past I…

Hey all, I've been turning for about a year, and have been asked to make some round balls. I need some advise on how to get them perfectly round. Jigs,…