- candlestick holder
- doorstop
- decorative bird box
- toadstool
- spatula
- honey dipper
- bud vase
- square edge plate
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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: -
Learn the secrets to a collection of puzzling projects, designed to mystify and intrigue. Using old techniques in a new and fascinating way, professional woodturner David Springett shows you how to create these tactile and entertaining works of art. With clear step by step instructions to follow, plus a wealth of information and guidance on tools, materials and techniques, you'll be mastering the tricks in no time. -
Delight your children and grandchildren by making these fabulous vintage toys. Author Chris Reid takes you through the making process, giving clear advice and helpful tips to show how to make toys from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. There are 15 projects to choose from, including diabolo, yo-yo, skipping rope, spinning tops, quoits & skittles and more complicated toys such as a kaleidoscope, walking cow, dog and pig. This book includes basic techniques, such as making jigs and turning spheres and cylinders, as well as advice on wood and finishes that are safe for children's toys. -
Get fired up and learn the latest! Whether you’re new to pyrography or a skilled artisan, you’ll want this newest edition of Stephen Poole's bestseller, The Complete Pyrography. It is the go-to resource for learning the latest on the craft and includes features on the best pyrography artisans and an extensive gallery of their artwork. All new, and completely revised. This bestselling, classic resource and reference book is better than ever and a must-have for anyone interested in this popular craft. It covers all this and more:- Improved best practices
- Required materials and equipment for creating “burnt wood art decoration”
- An inspiring collection of artwork depicted in stunning color photographs
- Invaluable tips on how to display and market your art for sale
- A history of pyrography
- How-to techniques
- Step-by-step instructions
- Essential skills
- Hot wire and solid point methods
- Color work
- Gouache: pros and cons
- Watercolor
- Wood stains
- Directions for working on woodturned objects
- How to protect and professionally finish your work
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Achieve simple, sweet, and stackable puzzles and toys! The ultimate project guide for beginners, 20-Minute Scroll Saw Puzzles features 60 easy and adorable animal family puzzle designs that consist of no more than 10 pieces each. After opening with detailed sections on the scroll saw basics, safety, child-safe finishes, and more, a step-by-step tutorial will show you how to make a puzzle project from start to finish. From there, be inspired by 60 full-size scroll saw patterns and make a collection of classic yet one-of-a-kind wooden toys and puzzles, consisting of sloths, koalas, unicorns, safari animals, sea creatures, and more! -
For thousands of years mankind has created hollow forms to store either everyday objects or things of value – but functional objects can also be beautiful in their own right. This comprehensive book will guide the beginner through everything they need to know to get started with turning their own hollow forms. You will learn how to work with different types of wood, which tools to use and how to apply basic techniques with confidence. Learn the basic principles of form, proportion and design and how to apply this knowledge to your own work. Seven striking projects are set out in a clear step-by-step format and progress in difficulty. -
If you have some woodturning experience, now you can create something truly special for family and friends. These beautiful hand-crafted toys are as enjoyable to make as they are to play with. Clear step-by-step instructions, detailed photographs and easy-to-follow diagrams start with simple toys and increase in complexity. Projects are a mixture of pure turned ones and also basic constructs, whereby turned items may be cut apart and resectioned to create something different. The 20 charming projects include simple turned animals, spinning top, tea party items, skittles, stacking blocks, pull-along train and indoor quoits. Each project is designed to be tactile and visually attractive as well as fun to use, and all toys are long lasting and comply with safety standards. -
30 Projects are rated in order of difficulty, from beginner, through to intermediate and advanced, the latter not solely based on the skills of the turner, but also on access to the materials or machinery required for the project. Not everyone has access to particular machinery, tools or skills, but a basic level of turning is assumed, together with the availability of a chuck with compression jaws. -
Derek Hayes investigates the process and practice of design in woodturning. While aiming to instill confidence in appreciating, criticising and selecting sources of inspiration, He looks closely at design elements, sketching, proportion, pattern, open forms, enclosed forms, the foot, the rim, using wood, decoration and colour; with instructive diagrams and photographs that will guide the reader to a better understanding of design. -
This book will guide you through the various health and safety issues, the tools and equipment needed to get the best out of your woodturning, mastering the basic techniques and how to add decorative features. Nick Arnull illustrates how to use highly original decorative methods and artistic skills to complete the finished projects. Each project includes easy-to-follow instructions and detailed photography to inspire you to take what you have learnt and apply these skills to your own work. -
Two of the countrys 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. -
Spheres within spheres, stars within cubes, delicate lattices with no apparent means of support—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.
- Stunning new 3-D illustrations show cutaway views of the work in progress, making the instructions even easier to follow than before.
- A variety of projects in addition to an introductory chapter outlining the required equipment, advice on selecting wood, as well as workshop safety.
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Having made literally thousands of pens and pencils themselves, the authors have employed all of their thirty years' plus experience to write this definitive introduction to their craft. Includes history, techniques and projects - something for beginners and seasoned pen makers to enjoy. -
This practical new guide to pen and pencil turning, featuring 15 step-by-step projects. Pens from fine and rare timbers to acrylics and polymer clays, the possibilities are endless. Perfect for beginners to the lathe as well as more advanced turners, all the basic techniques and information needed for getting started are covered. From blank preparation to turning, sanding, polishing and assembling, everything is explained clearly and in jargon-free terms. -
Ready, Set, Turn! Weekend Woodturning Projects: 25 Simple Projects for the Home is the best way to start your woodturning and woodworking pursuit. This book will build your woodturning skills and your confidence. Ideal for beginner and intermediate turners. This book presents clear, step-by-step instructions accompanied by over 600 photographs and finely detailed drawings (with dimensions for further guidance) —here's all the hands-on knowledge you'll need to start your woodworking projects. Features that all weekend woodturning warriors will love:- Helpful sections on safety
- How to season wood
- Tool and material lists for each project
- Special sidebars describing the types of wood used
- Spindle roughing gouge
- Spindle gouge
- Parting tool
- Bowl gouge
- Skew chisel
- Scrapers
- Plus carving tools and a boring tool
- Rolling pin
- Candlestick
- Beaded bowl
- Salt and pepper mills
- Christmas ornaments, and many more!
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An appropriate and imaginative choice of wood can really bring your work to life, and the more you understand about the raw material, the closer you can come to realizing your vision. This book describes 42 of the world’s most important woods for turning. It has been written specifically for woodturners by expert turner Mark Baker, and goes into great detail with regard to physical characteristics, working qualities and availability. Colour photographs throughout illustrate different varieties of grain and figure, and there are attractive examples of finished work to provide you with inspiration. More than 100 other woods are considered more briefly. This revised edition of Wood for Woodturners is fully updated with new images and resources. There is also valuable advice on buying and seasoning timber, sustainability and a handy guide to wood terminology. -
Keith Rowley's bestselling introduction to the art of woodturning is exceptional for its friendly and methodical approach, building up the reader's skills and confidence by logical and progressive steps. At the heart of Keith's method are the 'Laws of Woodturning': six easily memorized rules which are fundamental to efficient and safe technique. Both between-centres and faceplate turning are described and illustrated in detail. You will learn about timber selection, and how to choose the right tool and equipment. This latest edition has been comprehensively revised and updated by renowned wood turner Andy Coates to include the latest available tools and machinery as well as up-to-date health and safety guidelines -
Gold metal bezel on a plastic case, fits a case hole of 58 to 62mm diameter x 18mm deep with spring fitting. Bezel diameter 100mm. Takes an LR1 battery. -
Metal bezel on a plastic case, fits a case hole of 58 to 62mm diameter x 18mm deep with spring fitting. Bezel diameter 85mm. Takes an LR1 battery . -
130mm white dial with Arabic or Roman numerals, brass diamond turned bezel ring and domed glass clock insert. Requires a hole approximately 83-85mm diameter x 25mm deep to insert mechanism into. -
Learning the art of intarsia has never been easier thanks to celebrated artist and instructor Kathy Wise!- Over 40 skill-building lessons, exercises, and projects break down important techniques into manageable, easy-to-understand steps
- Step-by-step instructions, patterns, reference photos, and material lists guide you through each lesson
- Tips & hints from author Kathy Wise help you turn multiple pieces of wood into stunning art
- Progressive teaching style teaches not only the basics, but the nuances of working with multiple shades of wood
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The Compendium of Wooden Wand Making Techniques is here to show you how simple making wands can be – no mysterious magic necessary! In the first-ever guide for muggles to making wands, you’ll learn how to hand carve, power carve, wood turn, and scroll saw 20 unique projects that are sure to delight and manage mischief. Be inspired with a gallery of beloved staff-carrying and wand-wielding characters from the infamous Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings series, then use the Wand Sketchbook section to design your own original wands! From there, five wand projects for each woodworking technique are presented with step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and patterns. Conjuring up wooden wands might seem like a magical and mysterious process, but the Compendium of Wooden Wand Making Techniques is here to show you how simple it can be! In the first-ever guide to making wands, you’ll learn how to hand carve, power carve, wood turn, and scroll saw 20 unique projects that are sure to delight and manage mischief. Be inspired with a gallery of beloved staff-carrying and wand-wielding characters from the infamous Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings series – from Albus Dumbledore, Hermione Granger, and Severus Snape to Gandalf, Saruman, and several others. Woven throughout these gallery pages are images of wands you can make in the book that are thematically similar – but distinct from – these iconic wands and staffs! Also provided is a Wand Sketchbook section as a jump-off point for you to design wands of your own, along with areas to include your original wand’s name, wood type, length, core, and special skills. From there, five wand projects for each woodworking technique are presented with step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, and patterns. A complete project collection that’s truly the first of its kind, this book is a must-have source of inspiration that belongs in any muggle’s and woodworker’s library who has a love for all things fiction and fantasy! -
Metal bezel on a plastic case, fits a case hole of 58 to 62mm diameter x 18mm deep with spring fitting. Bezel diameter 72mm. Takes an LR1 battery. -
Stainless steel salad server spoon and fork. Overall length from tip of tang to end of spoon or fork 150mm. Simply add a wooden handle. -
Gold colour metal rim on plastic case with metal spring fittings. The case fits a hole 58mm - 62mm diameter x 18mm deep. Bezel diameter 65mm. -
This Bolt Action pen will be hard for anyone to put down. Every detail, from the bolt action mechanism to the precision engineered components, was carefully designed to ensure uniqueness and reliability. The realistic bolt-action handle smoothly advances and retracts to securely lock the refill in place. Includes a bolt action rifle clip and a replica 30 caliber cartridge and rose gold bullet tip for added authenticity. Assembley instructions included. (Assembled pen for illustration only.) -
This Bolt Action pen will be hard for anyone to put down. Every detail, from the bolt action mechanism to the precision engineered components, was carefully designed to ensure uniqueness and reliability. The realistic bolt-action handle smoothly advances and retracts to securely lock the refill in place. Includes a bolt action rifle clip and a replica 30 caliber cartridge and rose gold bullet tip for added authenticity. Assembley instructions included. (Assembled pen for illustration only.)
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Warning: Your Workshop Is About To Be Invaded By Dinosaurs Kids love dinosaurs! These primeval reptiles inspire children's imaginations with scary fun and some of their earliest connections to science. Create exciting wooden dinosaur puzzles and toys to delight a special child in your life with this ingenious book. Thirty-eight original puzzles cover all of the most popular species, from Velociraptor and Stegosaurus to Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex. Two spectacular puzzle dioramas feature a Maiasaur mama with her babies, and a T-Rex on the attack. Patterns are also provided for easy-to-cut dinosaur toys that are safe for little kids who can't play with small objects. Award-winning scroll saw artists Judy and Dave Peterson offer step-by-step instructions plus basic information on safety, cutting, sanding, finishing, and equipment. Once you get started making these clever dinosaur puzzles, you won't be able to stop. Prehistoric puzzle fun for both beginning and advanced woodcrafters: - 34 ready-to-use dinosaur puzzle patterns - 2 big diorama puzzles - Step-by-step photographs for cutting a Triceratops - Basic information on safety, materials, equipment, and techniques - Safe dinosaur toy patterns for very small children -
Learn to use epoxy resin in your scroll saw and woodturning projects! Woodworking with Resin is a skill-building guide that offers 13 step-by-step scroll saw projects that all incorporate resin elements. Opening with insightful sections on the scroll saw and turning basics, avoiding common pitfalls, mixing and pouring resin, practice exercises, and more, you’ll be fully equipped with all the essential knowledge and skills you need before you begin. From holiday fretwork ornaments to compound cut butterflies and a pinecone pen, Woodworking with Resin offers a treasure trove of inspiration and skill-building projects to take your woodworking technique to the next level with resin! Learn to use epoxy resin in your scroll saw and woodturning projects! A complete guide to show beginner to intermediate woodworkers everything they need to know, Woodworking with Resin is a skill-building guide that offers more 13 step-by-step scroll saw projects that all incorporate resin elements and progress in difficulty. Opening with insightful sections on the scroll saw and turning basics, applying patterns, avoiding common pitfalls, selecting a blade, mixing and pouring resin, practice exercises, and so much more, you’ll be fully equipped with all the essential knowledge and skills you need before you begin. From holiday fretwork ornaments to compound cut butterflies, a pinecone pen, a coloured pencil bowl, and so much more, Woodworking with Resin offers a treasure trove of inspiration and skill-building projects to take your woodworking technique to the next level – all while you work with resin! -
Wood Identification & Use is a gift book for wood lovers - an indispensable and informative guide to over a hundred different kinds of wood. This compact directory explores the world’s most valuable natural resource in detail. This new gift edition gives helpful details about the most popular and useful woods with illustrations and photographs to help with identification. There is also valuable information on the typical uses, durability, wood defects and potential health hazards for each species. Based on a best-selling reference work, this revised and updated abridged version includes drawings and descriptions of the living trees to enhance appreciation of the raw material of woodwork. In-depth yet accessible this handy pocket guide will be the perfect gift for all woodworkers and wood lovers. -
Here is a collection of designs for pyrographers to use without fear of copyright infringement. Norma Gregory shares her designs and has supplied additional elements that can be combined to create hundreds of new images to suit your individual needs. Includes birds, mammals, flowers, herbs, water life, farms and Celtic knotwork. -
Discover the creative art of pyrography with 23 favorite projects and patterns from award-winning woodburning artists. If you’ve ever wanted to take up the creative art of pyrography, here’s the perfect place to start. Big Book of Pyrography Projects is packed with tips, tricks, and inspiration. All you need is this big book and an inexpensive woodburning tool to start adorning wood, paper, gourds, and more with beautifully burned images and patterns. Leading pyrography artists and authors show you how to complete 23 of their favorite projects, from realistic portraits and landscape scenes to stylized frames, platters, boxes, bowls, and birdhouses. Applications in both fine and decorative art are presented in traditional designs as well as modern innovations. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an accomplished pyrography artist, you’re bound to find exciting ideas in this book. You’ll also find helpful advice inside on choosing a woodburning system, creating your own patterns, making practice boards, staying safe, and keeping your woodburner clean. A full-color gallery presents a stunning array of projects from international artists to stir your imagination and spark your creativity.