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Looking for a book or a guide?
I finally decided I would like to try my hand at turning. First I watched a couple of YouTubes, grabbed a 6in 2x2 and sharpened my tools...disappointing.
Went to a 4 hour class at Woodcraft. Very informative and helpful. Was told that my "pine" 2x2 was not the best practice material, and I received guidance and encouragement. Today after finishing some real projects, I set up the lathe, found a 8inch maple 2x2 and started making spindles.
OK, so this worked rather well. I created a rather nice wavy stick but at least it is smooth and symmetrical. I feel I have all the chisels sharpened accurately, and I am comfortable with my hand position.
So where do I go from here?
I was thinking of a step by step project guide for a baby rattle.
On the 13th Woodcraft will have a demo on pen turning, I plan to attend.
But any suggestions from the group would be most appreciated.
Thanks in advance. Gary

You could start by purchasing Keith Rowley's book- Woodturning: A Foundation Course. It is a very good book on learning how to use your tools. Woodcraft should have it.

As for baby rattles, do a internet search on Woodturning baby rattle and you will find several.

Master Keith Rowley's ten rules and you will find turning can be safe and enjoyable.

James

there is some very useful info in your shopsmith "bible"

I am not a real active wood turner. I do make a pens and I enjoy doing that. When I first got into turning I started with small bowls. They were fun to make and my wife could always fine a use for them. I found there was a wood turning club here in Mobile area and I went to some of there meeting I met some great guys and have learned a lot with their help. I know you could find a group in your area on the net. One of them also recommended Keith Rowley's book, which I got. I have found that most clubs or guilds are a great resource for learning. And for the most part every one seems glad to help.

One of my first turning projects was a wooden mallet. Easy to make and very useful.

jbooher wrote:You could start by purchasing Keith Rowley's book- Woodturning: A Foundation Course. It is a very good book on learning how to use your tools. Woodcraft should have it.

James

Gary,

I was going to suggest this book, but will settle for seconding the recommendation.

Troy

mark-b wrote:One of my first turning projects was a wooden mallet. Easy to make and very useful.

Do we want to know what you use it for?

A hammer, duct tape and bailing wire--A Handyman is born

mark-b wrote:A hammer, duct tape and bailing wire--A Handyman is born

The next level is J B Weld and Shoe-Goo.
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