Being a first-time lathe buyer is a daunting task. How big of lathe do you really need? How powerful should it be? What features should you be looking at? Thankfully Logan is here to take some of the mystery out …
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Marc Ricourt creates vessels out of beech and oak he harvests near his home in Burgundy France. He begins each piece with chainsaw work before refining the shape at the lathe. He completes the piece with carving, sanding, and finishing.
From the Archives: Dale Nish, one of the principal architects of the turning revival, shares some turning techniques. Birdhouse Christmas ornaments have become very popular the last few years, and they are excellent gifts for family and friends. Back &…
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Turning has always been a bit intimidating for me. My lathe currently sits in the corner of my shop, unused, because I can’t seem to find the time to add…
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The reciprocating motion of a pole lathe makes it possible. My mind reels when trying to imagine what it would be like to be a woodworker in the era when the lathe was being developed. This was well over …
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Turning a live edge bowl is the perfect way to showcase a special piece of wood, such as this Burr Elm. Project #2414 • Skill Level: Intermediate • Time: 1 Day • Cost: $5-200 Turning a live-edge piece of wood…
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