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Pewter pot pourri lid approx 80mm diameter. -
Hand cast and hand painted 3 dimensional resin pot pourri/ trinket box lid. Approx 80 - 85mm diameter. -
Letter knives or paper knives make a useful desktop tool, simply add a wooden or an acrylic handle to make a useful gift. -
Gold or Chrome plated magnifying glass with glue on ferrule. 65mm diameter frame with 3 magnification. (inner dimensions of ferrule: 17mm x 20mm depth). -
High strength waterproof glue specially formulated for multi-purpose applications. In addition to its superior wood-to-wood performance, it is equally effective for metal, ceramic, plastic, Corian, stone and other porous/non-porous materials. Ready to use, offering excellent sandability and unaffected by finishes. Thicker than traditional polyurethanes it provides a non-running, non-drip glue line for more precise applications. Polyurethane glues cure by moisture and an effervescence is a by-product of this, there is no strength in this and it is easily sanded off when dry, the glue will not become brittle with age and will not expand or contract in the joint. In very dry timber it may be necessary to moisten one surface to encourage curing to take place. -
he waterproof formula provides superior bond strength, longer open assembly time and lower application temperature. -
for use with BDS150 for 6" x 4" Belt & Disc Sander -
Interior and exterior use, strong initial tack with fast setting. Excellent sandability, unaffected by finishes. FDA approved for indirect food contact and easy to clean away with water. Open time 5 minutes, assembly time 10-15 minutes, shelf life 12 months (kept airtight). -
Interior use only, initial tack time 30 mins, setting time 24 hours approximately. Open time 5 minutes, assembly time 10-15 minutes, shelf life 12 months (kept airtight). -
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 -
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. -
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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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. -
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. -
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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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. -
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. -
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. -
The worlds pre-eminent woodturning teacher provides everything you need to know to turn bowls. Richard Raffan draws upon his 30 plus years of experience to lead you through the key elements -- from planning to completion. With the help of detailed text and step-by-step photos, Raffan covers wood and tool selection, design advice, surface embellishment and finishing techniques. For the more experienced turners, there are chapters on advanced techniques, decoration, and form and balance. You'll also find extensive appendices, troubleshooting charts and advice on selling bowls. Perhaps best of all, Raffans contagious respect for the craft comes through on each page, and it will stir you to do your best work. Turning Bowls gives you:- thorough coverage of tools, wood selection and design
- advice on how to avoid and solve common turning problems
- information that ranges from the basic to the advanced
- expert-level instruction in an easy-to-understand format
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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. -
Set of 12 chisel profiles, the RPCV12/A, also includes a tuitional DVD and booklet from internationally acclaimed carver and teacher Mike Davies. Mike has developed his unique and highly successful 'carving by numbers' system as a way to impart his years of expertise, ideal for the novice carving enthusiast. This DVD features his Significant Six carving techniques that will form a solid foundation upon which skills can be built. For more details and to see a video click on more info button. -
The ideal beginners set. These small carving tools, made from high quality hardened and tempered Carbon steel, are fitted with stained Beech handles. The ready honed blades feature 5/16" 8mm Square Chisel, 5/16" 8mm Bent Square Chisel, 5/16" 8mm Skew Chisel, 3/16" 5mm Straight Gouge, 5/16" 8mm Bent Gouge and 3/16" 5mm Bent 'V' tool. -
Allows 7 - 10 seconds for positioning, cures in 20 seconds. -
Very high viscosity formula, super thick and super strong. Allows approximately 30 - 40 seconds for positioning. Cures in 90 seconds, ideal for gap filling. Use zip kicker to accelerate cure time.
