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Creating Inside-Out Ornament with Matt Harber
If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here 4 Posts 360° (full circle) / 4 = 90° (cut angle) Assume radius (R) = 2" Then side ...
Uphill, Downhill, What’s It All About? by Billy Burt
If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here Graphic Illustration by Ruby Cler Article and graphics by Billy Burt, Sr. We often refer to the terms cutting uphill or downhill when we discuss woodturning; what does this mean, exactly, and how does this involve another frequently used concept, the ...
Open Segment Gluing Platform by Bob Grinstead
Ever wanted to create an open segment bowl or vase? Here is an easy to make open segment gluing platform. This jig will allow you to position each piece at the correct radius for the ring. An index wheel will position the turning ...
Slow RPM Rotary Tool for Epoxy Finish by Dallas Hensley
I am a member of Ozark Woodturners in Mountain Home AR. A few of our members finish their turnings with CA glue. I have been envious of this practice because my lathe will not go slow enough for application. I thought for several ...
Turning Zig-Zag Accent Bowl with Roger Wollam
This project begins with planning. Draw your intended design for the bowl or vessel, then make a cut list for the segments to match the drawing. ...
Grain Matching Lidded Box by Joaquin Juatai
If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here One of the challenges of turning a lidded box in spindle orientation is aligning the grain from the top of the piece to ...
Turning a Magic Salt Shaker with Matt Harber
If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here Sources and Examples: Tomislav Tomasic – YouTube – Fruit-Like Shakers. Alan Stratton – Youtube (As Wood Turns)- Volcano Salt Urn. Dane Chandler – Detailed and precision methods. Notes: The Magic Salt Shaker is turned in two ...
Marbling on Wood by Walt Wager
In this demonstration I will turn a platter, marble the rim, and show how the platter is finished. The demonstration will be staged with some pieces pre-prepared because some steps require drying overnight. However, the audience will see every step in the process from the raw blank to the finished platter. The process can be applied ...
Segmented Ring Alignment Jig by Billy Burt
I started with a piece of laminated plywood from an old cabinet. It was only slightly larger than the round piece in the photos. I took a 1-1/2″ x 5″ block of ...
Creating a Large Textured Platter with Scott Hampton
Photos Courtesy of the Channel Island Woodturners of Ventura, Calif. This project is best for those who are experienced making platters and bowls. This platter will be between 15-17 inches in diameter, with a shallow bowl shape from rim to center that is deep textured using a mini power carver. The center will ...

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