If you are new to turning, this book will help you to develop your skills while making a collection of useful and attractive objects. As you work your way through the projects in the book, you will get to grips with the key turning processes and techniques, building up your woodturning skills as you go along.

All 25 projects can be undertaken with a limited set of tools and equipment.

Using the six basic tools:

Spindle roughing gouge
Spindle gouge
Parting tool
Bowl gouge
Skew chisel
Scrapers
This book includes the tools required and how to use them, diagrams with measurements, advice on the wood to use, helpful tips, and step-by-step photographs. Sections on safety and seasoning wood are also included.

Your weekend woodturning projects include:

Napkin rings
Rolling pin
Pastry press
Meat tenderiser
Wall clock
Spinning top
Build your woodturning skills and confidence with this variety of projects that take between a couple of hours and a couple of days to complete.