Illustrated Tips for Woodturners
Woodturning is a hobby where there seems to be no end to learning. You'll find a number of how-to articles on this site, everything from equipment and shop setup to safety and other topics.
For up to the minute happenings check out John's Blog. Woodturning is social, educational and challenging. This site is about and for the hobby of woodturning. You'll find hundreds of links that can help you get started. If you're already a pro, maybe you'll find some inspiration or possibly links to information sources you don't already know about. For The Kingston Woodturners follow this link.
Woodturning is a hobby where there seems to be no end to learning. You'll find a number of how-to articles on this site, everything from equipment and shop setup to safety and other topics.
There are only so many bowls, platters and containers that the average home needs. John produces more than he needs so there are always reasonably priced items for sale. Find them in the 'Gallery.'
John has been involved with three dimensional art creation for over forty years. He started making African wire cars for himself and his friends when he was in his teens.
Possibly the most comprehensive list of links for woodturners on the web. About 150 links to magazines, forums, suppliers and of course the turners themselves. If you would like your woodturning related site listed send me an email.
What to do with small chunks of wood that you've been saving for no particular purpose? Here's a simple project that results in an attractive little container, and John's tutorial has other examples. Here are the steps... Read More
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There are some basic principles that you need to know before you turn the lathe on for the first time. Work safely, protect yourself from injury.Read More
It helps when you know the language, and John has provided us with a Glossary of Terms that will introduce you to the common terms used by woodturners.Read More
Woodturning goes back centuries and early turners certainly didn't have the resources we have today. John's has proven pretty adaptive when it comes to tools and you'll see some pretty fundamental techniques employed in his shop. Read More
John says he likes to work outdoors when he can. He's built a basic, but very functional lathe outdoors to handle bigger jobs like large bowls and trays. Have a look. Read More