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Youth: Turn an Ice Cream Scoop (Ages 12-16)

Get an introduction to woodturning as you make a useful tool to keep or give as a gift.

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Youth: Turn an Ice Cream Scoop (Ages 12-16)

Youth: Turn an Ice Cream Scoop (Ages 12-16)

Get an introduction to woodturning as you make a useful tool to keep or give as a gift.

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Learn how to use the lathe to create  an elegant tool that's ready to use or give as a gift.

You'll start with a kit containing the metal parts and a piece of hardwood, and use the lathe to drill a hole for mounting the scoop, tap the hole to cut threads for the screw attachment, and use carbide tip turning tools to shape a handle that's smooth and fits your hand. While the handle is still on the lathe, you'll sand the wood and apply a finish that makes the wood glossy and beautiful.

Details

  • Skill level: Beginner.
  • Designed for ages 12-16.
  • Feel free to bring water and a snack.

Details

A $20 materials fee, included in the class fee, covers everything you need.

Class Policies

  • Ages 12-16 are welcome.
  • You must wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and avoid dangling clothing and jewelry. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.
Instructor
Bruce Claiborne

Bruce Claiborne has been woodturning for more than 15 years. He enjoys making spindle projects, bowls, platters, and boxes. He is active in the local chapter of the American Association of Woodturners and was instrumental in establishing the woodturning area at BARN. For years, he volunteered in the woodworking shop at Bainbridge High School, where he helped students with their woodturning projects.

Instructor
Bob Abresch

Bob has been an avid woodworker from an early age, having helped his father with miscellaneous projects and later building several houses. He began his woodturning journey shortly after BARN opened the new facility and quickly became hooked. Over the last several years he has taken more advanced turning classes and has assisted with the introductory and bowl turning classes here at BARN. He has also been the lead instructor for the wooden box and hollow form classes.

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