Project: Cremation Urn
This is a project by master turner Bill Grumbine. We are proud to host it. Intro In the early part of 2001, I was approached by an acquaintance and asked if I could turn a …
Best Steady Rests for Wood Lathes
A steady rest is a device that attaches to your lathe bed and helps stabilize the blank for turning. In this article, we go over the best ones you can get – or make yourself. …
Is Wood Turning Difficult?
Woodturning is an extremely fun and satisfying craft. It can be as easy or difficult as you want. You can learn on the job, provided you keep safe. But you will save yourself a lot …
Project: Caddy Spoon
In this project, George Awburn describes how to get started making the handle for the spoon. Then he shows a drawing of a wooden chuck designed to hold the spoon so that you can hollow …
Best Wood for Woodturning
Woodturning is extremely satisfying and useful. You make beautiful objects out of a simple piece of wood. The more experience you have with woodturning, the more you can experiment with various patterns and designs. But …
Where to Buy Wood for Woodturning?
Woodturning is an incredible skill that requires a lot of practice, perseverance, and, of course, the right raw materials. You would not want to compromise on the kind of lathe or equipment you are using …
How to Make Woodturning Blanks from a Log
If buying woodturning blanks is not proving to be easy or if you want to make use of spare wood from your backyard, there is a way to turn raw wood into blanks. Imagine if …
Project: Epoxy Resin River Table
Epoxy resin river tables can be a magical addition to any room if you have the right kind of decor. These are eye-popping pieces of furniture that can also be art. If you didn’t know …
Best Resin for River Tables
In this article, we go over the best choices of resin for river tables and other similar woodworking projects. Best Value for Money: Incredible Solutions Pourable Plastic Clear Casting Resin This is a good choice …
Tips for Turning Baseball Bats
Here are some tips for turning baseball bats. Overview: The typical bat is 32-33″ long, with a maximum barrel diameter of 2-5/8″, and a handle diameter of 15/16 to 1″. The taper varies depending on the …