Turning a small bud vase is a simple spindle turned project. Sometimes called a weed pot but this small bud vase has a unique feature. At about 4-1/4” tall and 1-3/4” wide it is simple and quick to turn and...Read More
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Essential Woodturning Tools for Beginners: Your Complete Guide
Welcome to the incredibly rewarding world of woodturning! While diving into a catalog filled with endless options for woodturning tools might feel overwhelming at first, there is no need to worry. The great news for any aspiring turner is that...Read More
Mastering the Art of Small Vessel Hollowing: Tips on Scrapers for Hollowing
Today, I want to share the five most important takeaways to help you refine your hollowing process, from selecting the right chucks and chuck jaws to mastering the use of scrapers for hollowing. I recently spent some time on a...Read More
Modular Woodturning Tool Handle – NEW PRODUCT!!
I am very excited to announce the introduction of the Modular Woodturning Tool Handle system by Tod Raines Tools. The Modular Woodturning Tool Handle system is the most flexible tool handle on the market. Because of the interchangeable handle lengths...Read More
Blue Ribbon Budstikke
What is a budstikke? And why does it have a blue ribbon. Well, a budstikke is an ancient message stick used in Viking era Norway. It is a hollow tube with a spike. The message would be placed inside and...Read More
Woodturning retreat – So much turning fun …
So I got to know Ron Campbell (owner of AZCarbide) and his wife Lana at SWAT last year. They are great people. I found out that Ron has organized Campbell's Hands on Woodturning Retreat for a few years now. It...Read More
Thanks for the patronage and encouragement
Just a quick note to say ‘thank you’ to all of my customers who have purchased products. The first half dozen customers where very gracious with their help while I diagnosed and fixed some issues with auto-generated emails. Thanks again...Read More