"This is more than a conventional projects book; it is an idea book and a teaching tool." Peter J. Hutchinson, American Woodworker Raffan has a master's eye when it comes to turning wood. In this book he presents 23 intriguing woodturning projects-rolling pins and mallets, hollow vessels, scoops and ladles, even a turned hedgehog. The projects range from simple to complex, and Raffan provides you with complete instructions with step-by-step photos and drawings. These projects will lead you through a skill-building course in woodworking.
But this is more than a book of projects. You'll learn how to apply Raffan's acute sense of design and proportion to your work, your details will be crisper, and you'll be producing better work, faster. The small photo gallery of ideas at the end of each chapter is sure to inspire you to turn some truly unique pieces.
About the author Richard Raffan is a professional woodturner acclaimed through out the world for both his turning and his teaching. He is the author of the book and video set Turning Wood and the book Turned-Bowl Design.
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