How to make a kuksa on the lathe - Woodturning

 Tools and materials I propose:LatheWood turning tools setChuck kitTormek T8 Sharpening SystemTormek Woodturner’s KitTable sawFlexcut starter carving setPyrography Pen Wood Burning KitBuffing kitIn this video I make a kuksa mug on the lathe. Usually this is made using hand carving knives. But I thought it would be a good challenge to make it on a lathe. It actually involved...

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A few interesting pyrography techniques and woodturning drink coasters

 Tools and materials I propose:Pyrography Wood Burning TipsPyrography Pen Wood Burning KitSoldering ironAlcohol based markersLatheWood turning tools setChuck kitTormek T8 Sharpening SystemTormek Woodturner’s KitBandsawBuffing kitIn this video I make a few drink coasters out of basswood. This was a nice excuse to try out a few simple but really cool wood burning techniques. I...

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Making and woodcarving a picture frame

 Tools and materials I propose:Flexcut starter carving setPFEIL Carving SetTrim routerTormek T8 Sharpening SystemTormek Hand Tool Sharpening KitBlock planeMiter boxHand sawTable sawPicture frame clampChisel setIn this video I make a hand carved picture frame out of basswood. I first planed and cut my stock to size. I then created a groove on the table saw. The...

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How to make a wooden guitar slide - Woodturning

 Tools and materials I propose:LatheMicro mesh sanding padsWood turning tools setChuck kitTormek T8 Sharpening SystemTormek Woodturner’s KitForstner bit setIn this video I make a wooden slide for guitarists out of hard wood. In the video I used mahogany.I begun by turning my piece between centres on the lathe. I then made a tenon to fit my chuck and mounted it on...

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