Woodworking

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...

The skew is a wood turning tool that is difficult to use, but produces great results. Use a wood turning skew with tips from an expert wood turner 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.

Wood turning projects can include duck calls, pens and pepper mills. Start a wood turning project with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

The craft of wood turning is versatile and fun with the right tools and safety. Start turning wood with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Exotic wood for wood turning is a wonderful material because of the colors, depth and patterns found in the grain. Use exotic woods with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood...

Safety while wood turning is crucial to consider because of the hazards innate to the craft. Consider safety first in wood turning with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood...

Wood turning requires a formula for exact measurements and sizes. Use this formula for wood turning with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Grinding in wood turning is done in two methods: with jigs and freehand. Choose a grinding method with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

A diamond dresser in wood turning is a grinder that will last a lifetime. Use a diamond dresser with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Sharpening tools for wood turning is an important aspect of the craft that can be difficult to master. Sharpen wood turning tools with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood...

Wood turning gouges are made in different shapes and sizes for specific tasks, like a roughing gouge and a spindle gouge. Use gouges with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood...

Parting tools in wood turning have a narrow curve for finer details. Use a parting tool for detailed work with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Freehand grinding in wood turning sharpens the gouges for the best results. Grind gouges freehand with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

Jigs in wood turning help in the grinding and sharpening process. Use a jig with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

In wood turning, the grinding method to sharpen tools is important to master, both for safety and for accuracy. Use proper grinding methods with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video...

Green wood in wood turning can produced some interesting warped bowls. Use green wood with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

In wood turning, dry wood is typically only available in two-inch thick pieces. Use dry wood 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...

Tool steel in wood turning refers to the type of steel used to make the chisel. Look for high-speed tool steel with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

A bowl gouge is a wood turning tool that is made in different sizes and strengths. Use a bowl gouge with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

In wood turning, scrapers are tools that cut with the bur. Use scrapers with tips from an expert wood turner in this free video on wood crafts.

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.

Mini lathes in wood turning are small versions of a tool that rotates the wood for sculpting. Turn wood using a mini lathe 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.

Steel wool can help remove finishes or stains from wood turning projects if streaks occur. Wipe away finish with steel wool on a lathe with an experienced wood turner in this free video on wood...

Wood turning projects like oil lamps, are only finished after the bottom of the piece are sanded, as well as the sides. Sand the bottom of a lamp on a wood lathe with an experienced wood turner in...

When starting to turn on a wood lathe, peel into the wood at an angle to remove corners. Shave wood on a lathe at an angle with an experienced wood turner in this free video on wood working.

Controlling the depth of cuts during wood turning involves carefully holding the chisel tool near the lathe. Control depth of carving on a wood lathe with an experienced wood turner in this free...

When making an oil lamp by wood turning on a lathe, the top of the lamp might take special attention. Carve the top of an oil lamp on a wood lathe with an experienced wood turner in this free...

A wood lathe can rotate at thousands of RPMs and should be used with safety in mind. Use a wood lathe safely with an experienced wood turner in this free video on wood working.

Taking off corners from a block of wood on a lathe creates flying, often sharp, debris. Use tools to shave off corners on a wood lathe with an experienced wood turner in this free video on wood...

Make an oil lamp from a block of wood with wood turning skills and a lathe. Start turning a wooden oil lamp with an experienced wood turner in this free video on wood working.