Books

The Essential Woodturner
by Tim Snyder

You’ve decided to give woodturning a try: you’ve purchased a lathe, you’ve got the tools, there’s a nice piece of stock at arm’s length,and you’re ready to start spinning some wood. What are going to make? You can only make so many bowls. Are there some classic go-to projects that every woodturner should know how to make -- either for themselves or for family and friends? With almost two dozen projects, Essential Woodturning provides the classic projects and the necessary techniques that every woodturner needs to know. Ranging from pepper mills, bottle stoppers, and pens to mallets, rolling pins, and duck calls–with a live-edge bowl thrown in for good measure–the project list in Essential Woodturning is the ideal road map for woodturners seeking to make some fun stuff while expanding their talents and building their confidence. With helpful drawings, step-by-step photos, and easy-to-follow guidance, each project can be completed in a few hours or a couple of days and requires only basic tools and equipment.

Ellsworth on Woodturning
by David Ellsworth

David Ellsworth is the grandfather of the wood art movement and Ellsworth on Woodturning is the book woodturners worldwide have been waiting for. With this first-ever book from the grandmaster of woodturning, woodworkers and artists can learn to replicate his highly evolved techniques and signature style. Step-by-step directions and crisp, absorbing photos show exactly how Ellsworth creates an open bowl, a natural-edged bowl, and an astounding hollow vessel featuring a tiny opening and coin-thin walls. In sharing his vision, Ellsworth reveals not only his techniques, but the power of the creative processùthe feeling of direct engagement with the wood that develops an artist from each project to the next. For anyone new to the lathe, Ellsworth on Woodturning provides expert tips for getting started. Intermediate and advanced turners will appreciate advice on everything from working with green wood to design to tool making and sharpening. Best of all, stunning color photographs of Ellsworth's work will inspire artists to unlock the natural beauty in wood.

Small Woodturning Projects
with Bonnie Klein

A legendary woodturning expert reveals the techniques that lead to woodturning success. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or an experienced turner, these practical and fun-to-make small projects are Bonnie Klein "classics" that will ultimately improve your woodturning expertise on any size lathe. Twelve step-by-step projects demonstrate a wide variety of techniques and decorative enhancements, accompanied by full-color photographs and easy-to-follow instructionshttp://www.ptreeusa.com

Learn To Turn Book
by Barry Gross

Written for true beginners, this approachable and enjoyable instructional guide teaches the art of turning. Readers receive advice on every step of the turning process, including selecting the right lathe, basic safety and wood-shop setup, an overview of the proper tools and how to use them, and the basics on sharpening, sanding, and finishing.

Turning Pens and Pencils
by Kip Christensen and Rex Burningham

The definitive guide to turning writing instruments. Projects show a wide variety of techniques to suit your abilities and tools. Tips and tricks reveal which jigs and fittings increase efficiency. An impressive bonus gallery of finished items

Topics:

• Click or Twist Pens
• European Style Pen
• Tapered Roller ball
• Fountain Pens
• and morehttp://www.ptreeusa.com.

Turning Custom Duck and Game Calls
by Ed Glenn & Greg Keats

More than a woodturning project book. Ed Glenn and Greg Keats demonstrate how to turn a handsome duck call, and include comprehensive insights, revealing the secrets of this American folk art.

Turning Custom Duck and Game Calls is a book for woodworkers and outdoors enthusiasts of all kinds—hunters, photographers, conservationists, and game call collectors.

A complete guide to turning duck and game calls, including:

• Understanding Duck and Game Calls
• Tools, Materials, and Preparation
• Embellishment Ideas
• Toneboards and Reeds
• Finishing
• Gallery and Resource Directory

The Frugal Woodturner
by Ernie Conover

Saving money is on everyone's mind these days, including that of author and teacher Ernie Conover, who shares his knowledge of setting up and maintaining a personal woodturning shop affordably.

The Frugal Woodturner, is a comprehensive guide, covering everything you need to know from buying a new or used lathe, how to make your own pole or modern lathe, detailed information on turning tools, making accessories, and sharpening tools. There is also a section devoted to turning, with useful tips on which woods to use, and how to turn greenwood, firewood, and discarded lumber.

Conover's tips for making your own vs. buying lathes and tools are priceless bits of information you could only get from a seasoned woodturner. His breakdown of getting started at three different budget levels, is must-have information for all aspiring woodturners.

Turning Vintage Toys
by Chris Reid

Adults will delight in the nostalgia of these exquisite hand-crafted wooden toys just as much as children will enjoy playing with them. Choose from 15 fabulous toys, each with clear step-by-step instructions, detailed photographs, and easy-to-follow diagrams. Beginners can try their hand at colorful yo-yos, spinning tops, quoits, and skittles, while intermediate-level turners can relish the challenge of the kaleidoscope colour top, diabolic, or the endearing walking penguins. With comprehensive advice on techniques and equipment, this inspirational book provides all of the information and guidance you will need to turn beautiful vintage toys. This book includes: " Clear step-by-step photography " Detailed schematic diagrams and templates " Advice on the right tools for the job " A range of projects to suit everyone from the beginner to the more experienced turner. Chris Reid received his first lathe when he was just fifteen years old and has been woodturning for more than 50 years. Now retired, Chris makes these wonderful wooden toys for children's parties and his own grandchildren.

The Art Of Turned Bowls
by Richard Raffan

Designing bowls with a world-class turner

This beautiful volume from Richard Raffan is dedicated to the art of creating aesthetic forms in your turned bowls. More about design than about technique, the book displays a wide range of bowls -- by a host of experienced turners -- with analysis that will help you create more artful bowls with a sense of balance and proportion. As you flip through the pages, you'll discover how the subtle form and shape of a well-turned bowl is one that's also a delight to hold and use.

The Lathe Book (completely updated and revised)
by Ernie Conover

A complete guide to the machine and its accessories

No other book gives you such valuable information on the essential turning tool. Completely revised and updated, The Lathe Book is the comprehensive guide to woodturning machinery, incorporating the many innovations in the lathe and its accessories.

This book covers every aspect of the lathe, including how to choose one, how to select tools and accessories, how to maintain and repair the machine, and basic techniques.

You will get:

• expert advice on choosing a lathe
• tips on maintaining a lathe for optimal performance
• easy-to-follow basic techniques that help build lathe skills
• more than 220 color photos and illustrations

Turning Bowls
with Richard Raffan

An experienced master reveals the secrets to turning great bowls

My aim is to provide you with a solid set of skills for turning bowls, whether you are just beginning or refining those techniques you have already. I describe the methods I employ using standard and readily available tools and equipment.

No matter what your level of expertise, you should gain something from this book because, with woodturning as with anything else, there are always ways to improve the status quo. And having found those ways, you'll need to practice them assiduously if you are to create the work of which you are capable.

The Art of Segmented Wood Turning
by Malcolm Tibbetts

Woodturners learn how to cut and combine pieces of wood to produce multicolored geometric designs in turned bowls and vases in this highly illustrated book. Techniques are provided to achieve the accuracy required in segmented work, and professional tips reveal how to create preliminary blueprints. Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of color photographs explain how to accomplish the often-complicated tasks involved with sphere turning, building a porthole-style ring, and inserting diamonds and round designs.

O'Donnell's Woodturning Techniques
by Michael O'Donnell

A beautifully illustrated practical guide to the process of woodturning aimed at both the recreational turner and the experienced craftsman, O'Donnell's Woodturning Techniques is a comprehensive source book that covers materials, equipment and machinery, how to store timber, workshop safety, tools, and sanding and finishing. Projects include a lamp, bowl, box, mushroom and more. With stunning and detailed photography in a step-by-step approach, readers will see often complex techniques broken down into easily digestible parts that are logical and easy to follow.

Fundamentals Of Woodturning
by Mike Darlow

Lavishly illustrated with over 400 photos, this is the ultimate introductory guide to the fine art of using the lathe to shape wood into boxes, bowls, toys, and other beautiful objects.

Small and Miniature Turning: A Complete Guide
by Ron Hampton

Small-scale turning is one of the most exciting challenges available to the woodturner. This superbly photographed collection provides novices with a thorough introduction, covering both miniature objects (scaled down reproductions of full-sized works) and small turnings. It includes everything they need to know to get started: how to season and store the wood, choose the appropriate tools (and even handmake some), and craft such beautiful items as a classic ballpoint pen and an alabaster angel vase.

Complete Guide to Turning Pens and Pencils
by Walter Hall

Perfect for turners and crafters of all abilities. The Complete Guide to Turning Pens & Pencils lives up to its name. Here’s everything you need, even if you’re just starting out, to craft your own custom-made writing instruments.

15 enticing projects. Build your turning skills as you work your way through these gorgeous projects that range from beginner to advanced. Master the sanding, polishing, and finishing techniques to craft pens and pencils from scratch or using blanks. Learn to work with wood, acrylics, or polymer clay and how to choose the right mechanisms.

Turning Salt & Pepper Shakers and Mills
by Chris West

Finally, just what wood turners and crafters have always wanted: Turning Salt & Pepper Shakers and Mills – a complete book dedicated to turning these household necessities into small works of art. Written by veteran turner Chris West of the UK, it is the last word on crafting shakers in fine woods and high-end materials.

Step-by-step instructions. Create one-of-a-kind pieces for yourself or as gifts with the 30 precise plans, 500 photos, and unlimited inspiration you’ll find here. With projects organized by level of difficulty, you can also build your skills, from beginner to advanced, as your work your way through the book.

Wood for Woodturners
by Mark Baker

At last, a guide to wood created specifically for turners--one that will help them understand the raw material they work with and achieve their artistic vision. With beautiful close-up color photos that showcase every grain and figure, it describes in detail 50 of the important woods from around the world, from American Black Walnut to Macassar Ebony, along with sound practical information on their physical characteristics, working qualities, and availability. In addition, a further 100 woods--also illustrated for identification--receive briefer consideration. Attractive examples of finished work provide extra inspiration, and there's valuable advice on buying and seasoning lumber, and a handy guide to wood terminology.

Woodturning Evolution:
Dynamic Projects for You to Make
by Nick Agar & David Springett
Jacques Vesery (Foreword)

Two of the country’s leading woodturners, Nick Agar and David Springett, have collaborated to produce this new and exciting book. Together, they have developed 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 fully illustrated step-by-step instructions plus an inspirational gallery. Nick Agar also describes how he uses his highly original decorative methods and artistic skills to complete the finished vessels. This is a fresh and exciting approach to woodturning that creates modern, dynamic pieces.

Pen Turning:
A Foundation Course
by Kip Christensen, Rex Burningham

Pens are among the most popular projects for woodturners. Being small, they are relatively quick to make and they don't use a lot of wood, making them perfect for beginners and experts alike. Whether you are just beginning to dabble with turning pens or you have been creating them for years, Pen Turning: A Foundation Course is the best resource to help you sharpen your skills and guide you forward in the craft.

• Includes instructions on a number of popular pen styles, including slim line pens, KC twist pens, a single-barrel bullet pen, and a classical style penI
• Includes a review of a number of different materials, including stabilized burl, exotic hardwoods, antler, and even plastics
  
• Includes techniques from cutting blanks to gluing, decorating, sanding, and assembly

30-Minute Woodturning:
25 Quick Projects to Make
by Mark Baker

For any keen woodturners out there who want to do more turning but are short of time, 30-Minute Woodturning is the perfect book as it has an enticing variety of projects which can all be completed in 30 minutes. Even for those working at an intermediate level, this book provides you with something to aim for without compromising safety and it will help beginners to build their skills.

Each of the 25 projects also has plans for four variations included so there are a total of 100 designs to whet your appetite. Most of the projects require only basic turning tools and workshop accessories that nearly every turner will have. A list of tools and materials required is included for each one, along with drawings with dimensions.

Projects include:

• Candlestick holder
• Doorstop
• Decorative bird box
• Toadstool spatula
• Honey dipper
• Bud vase
• Square edge plate