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Woodturning Basics: Tips for Beginners

Bob Puetz started woodturning when he was 10. He stood on a peach crate in his dad’s shop to reach a good quality lathe. He ...
Woodworking is a tremendous hobby that can last a lifetime, but as your skills grow, so does the need for larger and more expensive tools. Try the specialized skill of woodturning and you’ll be making ...
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Woodturning: Redwood Burl Bowl

Watch as I turn a redwood burl into a stunning bowl! This quick-turning project showcases unique wood grain, fine dust, and ...
Michael Allison is a wood-turner, a guy who hauls a block of wood onto a lathe and then, through the steady application of muscle, patience and will, turns it into something artful — a bowl, a vase, a ...
Typically, when creating a wooden bowl a crafts person would do so on a lathe. A chunk of wood would be bolted to the head stock and the bottom of the bowl turned to an appropriate shape. Then the ...
Wood turning is the art of shaping wood by spinning it in a lathe and shaving bits off. While the process sounds simple, it's a painstaking craft capable of producing an amazing variety of creations, ...
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Starting a woodworking hobby is a great way to learn a creative and functional skill, ...