This LatheMatters Guides section talks about different methods and tips regarding both wood and metal turning. Here you will find how-to guides, tutorials, buying guides, project ideas and more.
Looking for wood turning project ideas? Do you enjoy gardening? Or know someone else who does? Dating back to the Roman times, a garden dibber is a useful tools for gardeners. They help plant seeds and more at the correct depth. Make a garden dibber for your garden or as a gift for someone else. […]
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One of the most common lathe accessories is the lathe chuck. A lathe chuck is a device that holds and secures a workpiece (wood or metal) on a lathe. It attaches to the lathe spindle and holds the rotating workpiece as you cut or shape it. Now that we have established what a lathe chuck
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Here are five popular items our readers are adding to their metal shop. These are especially great items for anyone new to metal turning.
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Turning a pen is my favorite beginner project. It’s also one of my favorite go-to gift ideas to turn. Pens are usually turned out of wood or resin. This post focuses on wood. Turn a pen out of wood for yourself or as a unique gift for someone else. Every time I have given a hand-crafted pen, the recipient has been in awe. And a pen is something that will get used every day!
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Do you enjoy handmade cocktails? Or know someone who does? Make a muddler for your bar or as a gift for someone else.
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