Woodworking

Using the proper lathe chisels enhances productivity and safety, and avoids the need to awkwardly adapt to different projects.

Making homemade pens is one of the most enjoyable of all wood turning skills. Each homemade wooden pen is unique, taking on the personality of the pen turner who creates it. Mastering the art of...

Pen turning is an art, not just a wood turning technique. With just some basic skills a woodworker can began to enjoy pen turning and soon find it is one of the most enjoyable of all woodworking...

There may come a time when you find that your Craftsman wood turning lathe is not operating at the level you have previously enjoyed, or perhaps you like to be preventive and keep an eye on how...

Wood turning on a lathe is a craft that takes some time to perfect. There is a technique and skill to doing it, but once you have learned wood turning, there are numerous projects you can make on...

Wood lathe chisels allow you to shape wood in various ways to different specifications. The chisel head, made from sharp metal, cuts through the wood, shaping its curves or deep cuts. Use these...

A chuck is a device used to securely hold an object in place. An example of this might be the screwed metal sleeve that surrounds a drill bit in an electric drill. Collet chucks are a little more...

If you are a lathe owner or planing to get one, a miniature vase is a great project to hone your turning skills. A small, inexpensive lathe is all that is needed to turn a variety of miniature...

Primitive art is typified by thematic elements that represent either country life or a simple life. Often, Americana art, which represents patriotic themes, is incorporated into primitive designs....

Wooden dinner and serving ware can add a warm, sophisticated touch to any kitchen or dining area. Wooden bowls are easy to use and easy to wash and add an earthy color and texture to your home....

Making your own wooden bowl can be fulfilling and impress your friends. You will need a block of wood (5 by 5 by 3 inches works well), a lathe, some chisels and a few other tools. When operating a...

Woodworking can be a intimidating proposition. Between the cost of the equipment and the skill level necessary, sometimes it is best to leave it to the master carpenters of the world. It doesn't...

There is virtually no limit to what you can create on a lathe. Consider the wood turner as a sculptor who turns a piece of wood into an artistic and/or functional piece. Originally the lathe was...

There are no rules in professional baseball limiting the kind of wood used, but the most common wood for baseball bats is ash, followed by birch. A bat must be made of clear wood without knots or...

While machinists' lathes require operators to make accurate adjustments and monitor quality, the wood lathe depends upon manual skill and proper technique. The purpose of the several types of wood...

The correct desk legs can add character, style and personality to a handcrafted desk. Unfortunately, legs are often one of the most difficult parts of building a table or desk. While you can...

Increasing your skills in a woodworking shop allows you to create many items you need for far cheaper than purchasing them at retail value. Before moving on to large projects, however, it is...

A lathe machine uses a spindle to rotate a block of wood at high speed so that the craftsman can carve a symmetrical design. This is useful when creating furniture legs, baseball bats or other...

Using a lathe the correct and safe way is not obvious, and the consequences of incorrect operation can be serious. Before you begin, read books, watch videos and if possible observe an experienced...

Wood-turning tools look simple but correct use requires special skill. The obvious ways to use the standard lathe tools of gouge, chisel, parting tool and scraper are not the right methods....

With a pen lathe, some basic tools and materials, and a little practice, you can create beautiful, one-of-a-kind pens. Several pen kits are available that contain the hardware and ink cartridge....

The lathe was first patented by Thomas Blanchard in 1820, and was designed mainly to produce gun stocks. Now, there are three main types of wood lathes, and countless projects that can be...

Woodworking, or sawdust making as enthusiasts call it, is a craft that requires the ability to see the finished piece within the wood. It also requires the woodworker to be resourceful with...

One of the expenses when working with a lathe is the need for lathe tools. These cutting implements come in many shapes and sizes, providing the different cuts for operations such as turning wood,...

Basswood grows primarily in northern states and is used in making furniture, musical instruments, and craft projects. Basswood is ideal for machine or hand carving. It can be nailed, glued,...

A wood lathe is a useful addition to any woodworking shop. This piece of equipment lets a woodworker carve a wooden block as it rotates at high speed on a spindle. This comes in handy when making...

Wooden bracelets can add a Bohemian flair to outfits, especially long skirts and earth-tones. Wood bracelets are made with a lathe, which is a machine that shapes the wood by rotating it rapidly...

Wood lathe chucks commonly have a four-jaw design, and one chuck opens and closes and a portion is turned. Discover how different jaws allow the user to hold onto works of various sizes with help...

When sharpening wood lathe tools, a bench grinder or a slow-speed grinder can be used, but a slow-speed grinder helps to keep the tools cooler. Find out how to sharpen and clean up gouges with...

In order to use a wood lathe, lock a piece of wood into the head stock and tail stock, start the tool at its slowest speed and support the tool with the blade in hand. Learn how to rotate the...

Working on a lathe takes much more finesse than most other woodworking tools, but when mastered, its versatility can open up a whole new world or woodworking possibilities. Most often, the lathe...

The simplest table legs are pieces of square stock cut to length and mounted onto a table top. A table saw can be used to add a taper to these legs for a more visual appeal, but a lathe is...

A wood lathe is a key tool for any woodworking shop. Lathes spin a piece of wood at high speed allowing the woodworker to carve a symmetrical design into it. They are used to make intricately...

Early sanding in a pen turning project entails using 120-grit to 180-grit sandpaper to shave down rough edges. Sand a pen on a lathe with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen turning.

Shaping a pen turning project involves sanding with very fine, high-grit sandpaper between 320 and 600-grit. Sand a pen on a lathe with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen turning.

When sanding a pen turning project, grooves and details can be sculpted into the pen blanks. Add details to a pen on a lathe with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen turning.

Dismounting a pen turning project from the lathe can be tricky, and remember to cover the mandrel with the tail stock to prevent damage. Learn how to remove a pen from a lathe with a wood turning...

When pen turning, wood workers mount pen blanks onto a wood lathe with a pen mandrel and several moving parts. Mount pen blanks into a lathe with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen...

Rough shaping in pen turning involves chiseling off the corners from the wooden pen blanks on a lathe. Practice rough shaping a pen with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen turning.

Leaving excess length when wood turning a pen ensures the lathe holds the pen in place while working. Craft a pen of the right length with a wood turning expert in this free video on pen turning.

When wood turning, mount the bowl bottom on the bumpers and make sure it is secure, but not too tight. Fasten the bowl bottom on a lathe with tips from a wood turning expert in this free video on...

Wood turning a bowl requires access to a lathe. Learn how a lathe works in wood turning with tips from a wood turning expert in this free video on wood crafts.

Make sure wood is setup and locked in place on a lathe before wood turning. Setup a lathe properly with tips from a wood turning expert in this free video on wood crafts.

Knowing the speed a lathe should turn could prevent safety issues when wood turning a bowl. Practice safe wood turning with tips from a wood turning expert in this free video on wood crafts.

When buying a wood turning lathe, look for cast iron and variable speeds. Purchase a lathe with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

In wood turning, determining the speed of the lathe depends on diameter and rpm measurements. Determine the lathe speed with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

For a manual lathe in wood turning, it is important to change the speed by changing the positioning of the belt. Use a manual lathe with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood...

Wood turning is a wood craft that uses a lathe, chucks and other tools to sculpt and shape wood. Start turning wood with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

In wood turning, parts of a lathe tool include the head stock, the spindle and ball bearings. Discover the parts of a lathe with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Applying a finish or stain to a wood turning project like an oil lamp, brings out the details of the wood. Apply finish to an oil lamp on a lathe with an experienced wood turner in this free video...