Bowl Turning Grain Orientation – Wood Blank Direction
The bowl turning grain orientation of a bowl blank can seem like a confusing puzzle when we first begin bowl turning. What is the bowl turning grain orientation of the
5 Magical Ebonizing Wood Tricks (how-to, techniques, formula)
Ebonizing wood has been around for a very long time. But before we go further, there is a question that needs to be asked. What is Ebonizing Wood? Ebonizing wood
40-40 Bowl Gouge Grind (Shape, Sharpen, Use)
The 40/40 bowl gouge grind is a straightforward and useful tool for wood bowl turners and worth trying out. What is a 40/40 bowl gouge grind? A 40/40 bowl gouge
Best Wood Bowl Care How To (clean, maintain, restore)
Wood bowl care is important. Whether you own a wood bowl (or many) or if you are a wood bowl turner, we’re all in the same boat when it comes
5 Worst Tenon Shape Wood Bowl (foot, spigot, attach)
The form and design of a wood bowl tenon shape are critical to creating a secure and stable connection to the four-jaw chuck. How do I make a wood bowl
7 Valuable Glenn Lucas Gems – Wood Bowl Turning Wisdom
Glenn Lucas is a genuine wood bowl turning professional. And it seems when he isn’t turning bowls, he’s teaching people the skills needed to perfect the craft. From his home
Pricing Wood Bowls For Profit – Three Approaches
How should I go about pricing wood bowls? This is a question I asked after realizing I am turning too many stacks of finished wood bowls. The answer to pricing
14 Ways To Avoid Grain Tear Out With Wood Bowl
How can I avoid grain tear out on a wood bowl and get a good smooth final surface? Wood bowl grain tear out can be frustrating. There are many ways
Vari-Grind Jig Setup Oneway Wolverine Sharpening System
Vari-Grind jig setup is easy and straightforward, but a couple key factors must be addressed before sharpening a bowl gouge. When the Vari-Grind Jig Setup arrives, it is not ready
Drying Green Wood Bowls – 6 Methods For Success
How do I start drying green wood bowls? There are many approaches for drying green wood bowls once they have been turned or roughed out, including using paper bags, a
10 Woodturning Tips and Tricks for Wood Bowls
Woodturning tips, tricks, and secrets for making wood bowls are numerous and extremely valuable. Knowing the right woodturning tips to use at the right time can save time, money, and
Lathe Light – Why You Probably Need More
Lathe light is essential while turning wood bowls for two reasons, illumination, and specific details. This often overlooked lathe accessory can make the difference between okay and great wood turned
Bandsaw Basics for Wood Bowl Turners
How important is it for a woodturner to have a bandsaw? A bandsaw is an essential tool for woodturners, especially wood bowl turners. The bandsaw helps remove excess material in
Quarter Sawn Wood Bowl – How To Make
A quarter sawn wood bowl reveals a woodturner’s attention to detail and ability to genuinely connect and integrate the very nature of the natural resource being turned. A quarter sawn
Turning Green Wood Bowls – The Process
Turning green wood bowls is one of the most satisfying experiences imaginable. Taking a freshly cut piece of timber and turning it into a form, a creation to enjoy, use,
Product Photo Shoot Made Easy – Wood Bowls
The idea of a “professional” product photo shoot might sound intimidating and expensive. I can assure you it is neither. Let me walk you through the way I photograph my