Woodturning Wizardry

Author: David Springett
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861084224
Category : Turning (Lathe work)
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
A bestseller when it was first published in 1993, Woodturning Wizardry has been thoroughly revised for this new edition, with colour photography throughout. Stunning new 3-D illustrations show cutaway views of the work in progress, thus making the instructions even easier to follow than before. Spheres within spheres, stars within cubes and delicate lattices with no apparent means of support - this book shows you how to turn basic woodturning skills into wizardry. Colour photography throughout and stunning 3D illustrations of the work in progress make these instructions very easy to follow. Thoroughly revised and sure to loose the magic from your fingertips!

Woodturning Wizardry

Author: David Springett
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565232792
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 191

Book Description
With 20 fascinating projects, this title challenges even the most accomplished turners. Chapters focus on three secrets of turning—marking with precise mathematical formulae, constructing purpose-built jigs and chucks, and making and adapting special turning tools—while also discussing safety procedures and inexpensive sources for readily available wood. The projects range from a delightful old-fashioned whistling top and a yo-yo to the incredible turned trickery of cubes in spheres, stars in cubes, and interlocking spheres.

Woodturning Wizardry

Author: David Springett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780946819898
Category : Turning (Lathe work)
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Spheres within spheres, stars within cubes, delicate lattices with no apparent means of suport - woodturners over the centuries have developed a whole range of extraordinary structures which seem at first sight to be quite impossible. In fact, all of these things can be made by anyone with basic woodturning skills, an ordinary lathe and simple hand tools - and this book shows you how. A best-seller when first published in 1993, the book has been thoroughly revised for this new edition, with colour photography throughout. Stunning new 3-D illustrations show cutaway views of the work in progress, making the instructions even easier to follow than before. Introductory chapters describe the equipment required - much of which you can make yourself - and give advice on wood selection, setting out the work, and turning the basic shapes.

Adventures in Woodturning

Author: David Springett
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9780946819577
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 231

Book Description
Following on from the success of his 1993 book Woodturning Wizardry, the author has produced 20 more detailed projects which show how to turn the most extraordinary objects, including faceted boxes, eccentric and oval bowls and Faberge-style eggs.

Woodturning Evolution

Author: Nick Agar
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781861088277
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Presents a novel approach to woodturning using thin, narrow planks of wood (usually of little use to woodturners) to produce hollow, twisted vessels. This turning method is described in detail and there are 14 designs, each accompanied by illustrated step-by-step instructions and an inspirational gallery.

Woodturning Magic

Author: David Springett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781631864032
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
Learn the secrets to a collection of puzzling projects, designed to mystify and intrigue. There are 12 seemingly impossible woodturned puzzles to make--all with incredibly simple solutions, once you know how. Using old techniques in a new and fascinating way, David Springett shows how to create these tactile and entertaining works of art. With clear step-by-step instructions, photographs, and illustrations to follow, plus a wealth of information and guidance on tools, materials, and techniques, you'll be mastering the tricks in no time.

Understanding Wood Finishing, 3rd Revised Edition

Author: Bob Flexner
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1607658771
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 581

Book Description
Nicknamed the “Bible” of wood finishing, Understanding Wood Finishing is a best-selling, easy-to-understand resource that teaches readers everything they need to know, from preparing and staining wood to different types of wood finishes, coloring techniques, filling pores, removing finishes, and more. This newly updated edition features a collection of published articles written by Bob from the last few years.

Woodturning Trickery

Author: David Springett
Publisher: GMC PUBLICATIONS LTD
ISBN: 1784942316
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 161

Book Description
There are 12 seemingly impossible woodturned puzzles to make - all with incredibly simple solutions, once you know how.

The Woodturner's Project Book

Author: Ellis Hein
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9781933502236
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Surpassing the conventional ""cookbook approach"" to woodturning, this remarkable collection of eight projects highlights the important roles that passion and state of mind play in woodturning projects. Each project--accompanied by step-by-step photos and a bill of materials--is not only designed to help woodworkers improve their skills, but also to act as a starting point for them to brainstorm more effectively about their own pieces. The exercises gradually increase in difficulty, building towards the ""Inside Out Vase,"" a sleek and elegant project pierced by four lancet windows. Along the way, turners will learn about gouge orientation, turning hollow forms, turning a ball, and many other essential woodturning techniques.

Woodturning Full Circle

Author: David Springett
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565234062
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 191

Book Description
From David Springett, the author of Woodturning Wizardry, comes the resource that experienced turners need to expand their skills. The fascinating projects in this book will leave you stunned -- and includes mind-bending geometrical shapes, twisted polygons, puzzles, gravity-defying clocks and other unusual, challenging pieces. Close up photography guides the woodturner through each and every project.