Woodworking
Wood for Turners
Learn how to find, judge, and prepare wood for different turning projects to ensure success.
Member$77.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$95.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Sun, 6/15/2025 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, 6/15/2025
About
Perhaps the most common question woodturners are asked by people new to the craft is: "Where do you get your wood for turning?" Many other questions follow this query!
Learn not only where to find or buy wood, but also how to evaluate wood for different projects — how to cut, preserve, and store it (if it is green); how to lay out bowls, vessels, and spindles on your stock to ensure good project success; and how to maximize the yield from your wood. Much of the wood local turners use is free “found” or “fallen” wood, and there are many details to learn about how, when, and where to obtain these treasures.
Woodturners use bandsaws to prepare much of their stock, and often are challenged by irregular pieces of wood that require special safety tactics. Learn how to determine which approach you should use for a particular piece of wood, be it a log, burl, or a piece of spindle stock.
Details
You're welcome to bring one or two pieces of wood you want to evaluate for turning stock.
Materials
Prerequisites
This class has no prerequisites.
Class Policies
- Ages 14 and up are welcome.
- You must wear safety glasses (bringing your own is recommended) and closed-toe shoes. Avoid dangling clothing and jewelry. Tie back long hair.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Jamie Straw
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