Learn to Turn

Download or read book Learn to Turn written by Barry Gross and published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 2005 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for true beginners, this approachable and enjoyable instructional guide teaches the art of turning. Readers receive advice on every step of the turning process, including selecting the right lathe, basic safety and woodshop setup, an overview of the proper tools and how to use them, and the basics on sharpening, sanding, and finishing. Step-by-step instructions for eight projects such as a birdhouse, a simple bowl, and a pepper mill are included. This guide also features a special chapter that addresses and reveals surprisingly simple solutions to common beginner mistakes.