Woodturning: A Foundation Course (New Edition)

About this book

Heres a complete course in the basic and correct techniques for mastering the lathe. Learn to create beautifully shaped newels balusters and chair and table legs by using gouges and chisels on a lathe. Each chapter takes on an essential aspect of woodturning--from types of lathes and accessories to sharpening from turning between centers to faceplate turning from copy turning to boring and routing. Special feature: Every chapter ends with a checklist summary to help you review what youve learned quickly and easily. Internationally recognized as the definitive introduction to woodturning this new edition is accompanied by a comprehensive DVD. An ideal gift for a woodworking friend - or for yourself! Projects include: goblet apple and pear your first bowl platter bar stool staircase balausters plinth inlaid nut bowl twig pot pepper mill table lamp and twist pen.