Lathe -
Wood Turning
The introductory lathe turning classes will cover theory and hands-on practice for various types of wood turned “between the centers”. Learn to rough out square blanks to a column, shape spindles, sharpen tools, and the characteristics of wood grain while turning with a lathe. Safely explore this craft which is a mixture of feel and knowledge with linear objects. Projects: pins, pen and a spatula.
Pins and Pens
Introductory lathe turning classes covering theory and hands-on practice for various types of wood turned “between the centers”. Learn to cut rough to a column, shape spindles, sharpen tools, and the characteristics of wood grain while lathe turning. Safely explore this craft.
MATERIALS: Selection of hardwoods ( materials included)
LEVEL: Basic Skills no experience required
EXERCISE: Tapered rolling pin, pen, and a cooking spatula
DURATION: 8 hours (2 sessions)
please bring a snack/lunch as we take a nutrition break.
Plate and Bowl
Learn practical experience in face plate turning and bowl making. Over two Sunday sessions, you'll learn safe turning techniques using dry wood to create plates and shallow bowls, with a possible green wood project if time permits. The class covers tool shapes, sharpening, setup, safety, and hands-on guidance in proper technique, combining both theory and the practice of woodturning. Some experience suggested.
MATERIALS: Selection of hardwoods (included)
TOOLS: Lathe, Oneway chucks, gouges, grinder
ACTIVITIES: 8” Plate and 5” Bowl
LEVEL: Beyond Basics
PREREQUISITES: Some experience with spindle turning tools is suggested but not required
DURATION: 8 hours (2 sessions)
please bring a snack/lunch as we take a nutrition break.