I just uploaded my 2nd YouTube video that shows how to make a lidded box on the lathe. Lidded boxes are a classic woodturning project. They’re fun to make and they can improve your woodturning skills. Check out the video — Turning a Lidded Box — and please consider subscribing to my YouTube Channel. Thanks!…
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How to Make an Antique Pepper Mill
I just love woodturning! There are a host of things you can make on a wood lathe, and today I want to share my latest woodturning project — How to Make an Antique Pepper Mill. I used my Jet mini lathe, the same one I use for making writing pens. I ordered the pepper mill…
Make a Magnifying Glass
In just a few easy steps, this tutorial will show you how to make a magnifying glass that will add flair to your office. I’ll show you how I turned the handle and assembled the magnifying glass which comes in a convenient kit. This will make a great turning project you can easily do on…
Lathe Turned Cedar Spoon
I love finding discarded wood lying around waiting to be changed into something that serves mankind. I almost forgot I had this nice piece of eastern red cedar. It leaned against my shed, originally destined to become a fence post. I saved it from that fate and decided to make a beautiful cedar spoon. Making…
How to Make a Honey Dipper
Here I go again. This honey dipper made from maple is another item for my dad — the beekeeper. He asked me about making some items that he could give away for door prizes at his bee club meetings. You may have seen the modified slimline pen from two posts back. In this post I…