Typically, when creating a wooden bowl a crafts person would do so on a lathe. A chunk of wood would be bolted to the head stock and the bottom of the bowl turned to an appropriate shape. Then the ...

In this video, I woodturn a bowl from a half silver birch log. The process requires careful attention to the log's orientation to avoid catches. Once mounted on the lathe, I spin it slowly and remove ...

I’m turning a big oak log into a simple but beautiful bowl. I used resin to fill the cracks and holes in the wood before shaping it on the lathe. The natural grain really came alive during the turning ...

Woodworking is a tremendous hobby that can last a lifetime, but as your skills grow, so does the need for larger and more expensive tools. Try the specialized skill of woodturning and you’ll be making ...

Over the last few months, [Frank Howarth] has been putting a lot of effort into a gigantic sequoia log he started milling two years ago. He recently completed a wonderful chair, but in the years these ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Starting a woodworking hobby is a great way to learn a creative and functional skill, ...