Woodturning for Beginners Handbook

Woodturning for Beginners Handbook

The Step-by-Step Guide with Tools, Techniques, Tips and Starter Projects

About the Book

"Stand at the lathe."

Well, that's the key! 

Of all the woodworking crafts I have practiced, Turning demands the most patience and focus.

As you start, you must find your comfort zone with a lathe, chisels, and other tools. After some practice, your mind and body would get attenuated to the ecosystem of Turning.

As the lathe is involved and the wood item revolves fast, always remember that overconfidence and lack of focus are not options. So find your sweet spot of how long you can work at a stretch.

When I started woodcraft, I looked desperately for a go-to guide for the processes and tools I would need. 

The content I found online was total information overload and wasn't presented sequentially. The books I looked at were either focused on just a few processes or assumed that I already had the necessary information. A lot of the books were also very dated.

There are two ways of learning: learning from SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) with years of experience and learning from people who are just a few steps ahead of you in their journey.

I fall into the latter group. I have spent five years on this hobby and am still learning from the experts.

I still remember the initial doubts and tips that helped me.

This book is for those who are still running their first lap (0-3 years) in wood-crafting and want to have a holistic idea of the processes and tools they need.

Topics Covered

✓    Introduction to Wood Turning

✓    Process & Techniques

✓    Finishing

✓    Safety and Best Practices

✓    10 Beginner Woodturning Projects

✓    Tips, Glossary, and Conclusion

I have included ample photographs of realistic beginner projects, explaining their processes and standard operating procedures.

In the last chapter, I have provided tips for beginners and a glossary of wood-turning terms.

So what are you waiting for?

Get this updated book from someone a few steps ahead in the Wood Turning journey!

"If you don't blow up a bowl now and then, you aren't trying hard enough"- D. Raffin, Master Woodturner.

About the Author

Stephen Fleming
Stephen Fleming

Hello,

Welcome to my profile!

Here's my story:

I am Business Consultant in my mid-thirties with a Bachelor's in Engineering & Master in Business Management.

I have worked in the areas of IT Advisory & Roadmap and Project Management for transformational projects. Currently, I am working with the public sector in the e-Governance space, trying to take the benefits of technology to the masses through innovation and customization.

This aspect of disruptive technology beyond regular discussions/implementation excites me. I am always looking for that case study in South America, Africa, or Asia, where the game's rules have been changed to solve the massive scale of the problem!

On the personal front, the last ten years have been a roller coaster ride managing my career and family. My elder son is seven years old, and the second one turned 2.

Besides Technology, I have been into Leather Crafting, wood crafting, and foraging for the last five years. It is a perfect hobby for my weekends, and I enjoy crafting beautiful gifts for my family and friends.

I have been working consistently and most importantly enjoying my current phase of life, career, and growth. With all the experience and renewed vigor, I will surely achieve my goals in a stipulated time frame. I decided to jot down my learning and experiences along the way and share it with you.

 Will See You Soon, Friend!

Table of Contents

✓ Introduction to Wood Turning ✓ Process & Techniques ✓ Finishing ✓ Safety and Best Practices ✓ 10 Beginner Woodturning Projects ✓ Tips, Glossary, and Conclusion

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