Pole lathe turning is a type of woodworking that allows you to create stunning, long-lasting pieces and take your craftsman skills to the next level. With a few easy tips, start creating breathtaking works of art by learning how to use a pole lathe. Understanding the Basics of Pole Lathe Turning To begin pole lathe…
Teaching greenwood bowl-turning is a new venture for me and is something I have only recently started offering. It is surprising just how much I have enjoyed the experience. I am finding satisfaction in passing on my knowledge to the next generation of bowl turners and enabling more people to get a taste for this…
In recent years, large corporations have devised various sales tactics to get more of your money from you. These include Sunday trading, New Year Sales (that start on Boxing Day) and Black Friday. A consequence has been the homogenisation of the high street and, in many instances, the loss of independent stores. I often see…
A common characteristic of many people in the greenwood working community is the willingness to share skills. I’m no different. I have enjoyed teaching traditional bowl turning to individuals and small groups of people using a pole-lathe. In November, I was invited by the Beds and Herts Woodturners group to demonstrate pole-lathe turning to its…
Join me for a day to learn how to turn a wooden bowl. This course is suitable for complete novices or for those that have some experience in either greenwood working or those used to using an electric lathe. Please note that bowl turning on a traditional pole lathe is a physical activity, and those…
A spindle lathe is a traditional woodworking tool that has been used for 100s of years to create cylindrical pieces of wood, for example, chair legs and components. A lathe is a woodworking machine with a rotary axis, meaning it spins a piece of wood between two axes. As the wood is spun, the woodworker…
As a pole-lathe turner, it’s often the wood that is available and still green that gets turned. However, there are definitely some characteristics that I look for when choosing the best wood for turning. What is Greenwood? Any tree that has recently been felled is termed greenwood. It basically means the wood hasn’t dried out.…
Wooden bowls have been used for centuries as a way to eat, serve, and store food. They are a simple and elegant way to enjoy your meal. There are many different types of wood bowls, each with its own unique grain and colour. Whether you use them for everyday dining or special occasions, wood bowls…
Local craftsman Jon Baily (based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire) is celebrating his successful application for a bursary from the Worshipful Company of Turners. Jon was informed of his success in July 2022 after submitting plans to develop his business, JBWoodcrafts.co.uk, to deliver training on greenwood working skills. Jon Baily started turning greenwood in 2015 after…
Are you looking for a new hobby but you’re not quite sure what you’d like to do? Do you want to exercise your creative skills by learning a new skill? There are several benefits to learning a new skill. If you’re interested in greenwood woodworking but aren’t sure where to start, I am offering short…
