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A Sanding Solution for Inside Hollow Forms

How to use The Sanding Solution inertia sander to simplify sanding inside deep hollow forms.

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Plexitone Pen Finish: Application Tips & Tricks

Learn how to apply a plexitone pen finish. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips to insure your success.

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Volume Thirty One of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Thirty One of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 6-28-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Volume Thirty of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Thirty of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 5-21-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Multimedia Woodturning Glossary for Woodturners

Woodturning glossary of terms and phrases used by woodturners presented in a multimedia format.

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Plexitone Plastic Finish

Learn how to make plexitone, a durable homemade finish using plexiglass and acetone. This finish is a good choice for small woodturnings.

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Diamond Abrasives: A Smart Choice for Sanding Crushed Stone Inlays

Learn why diamond abrasives are a good choice for the initial sanding of crushed stone inlays on your woodturnings.

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Volume Twenty Nine of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Nine of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 4-30-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Volume Twenty Eight of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Eight of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 3-24-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Spray Lacquer Finish Protocol

Learn how to use this lacquer finish shortcut to speed application of spray lacquers on your woodturnings.

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Using Random Orbit Sanders on Woodturnings

Learn the benefits of using random orbit sanders to finish sand woodturnings. Includes advantages and disadvantages.

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Woodturning Scrapers: How to Control Vibration

Learn how to reduce vibration when using scrapers on the lathe. Includes tips for using different kinds of scrapers and tool rests to effectively mitigate vibration and achieve a smoother surface.

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Power Sanding Mandrels: Tips for Use

Learn how sanding mandrels can be used to effectively power sand woodturning projects on the lathe. Includes usage tips and how to make your own sanding mandrels.

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Volume #4 DVD Video "Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers" is now available!

Volume 4 - Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers Our latest DVD video, "Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers" is now available for purchase. This 2-hour video demonstrates my favorite techniques for turning four elegant bottle stopper projects.

Disk one demonstrates turning two projects: 1) A Cocobolo Rosewood wooden dowel bottle stopper with a traditional Flor cork, and 2) A Cocobolo Rosewood bottle stopper inlaid with a 25mm Crazy Lace Agate cabochon with a traditional Flor cork.

Disk two covers two additional projects: 1) A blue swirl acrylic acetate bottle stopper finished to 12000-grit with a black titanium metal cone stopper, and 2) A blue swirl acrylic acetate bottle stopper finished to 12000-grit and inlaid with (24) 2.5mm Cubic Zirconia (CZ) presets, set in solid 18kt white gold. Includes detailed information on drilling and mounting procedures for the CZ presets. Numerous tips and techniques are also included on both videos.

If you want to take your bottle stoppers to the next level, or if you're just getting started, this video will show you step-by-step, how easy it is to turn elegant stoppers and add an extra touch of elegance to your projects with cabochon stone and Cubic Zirconia inlays.

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Volume Twenty Seven of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Seven of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 2-20-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Combination DVD Videos and ebooks on Woodturning

Save on DVD videos and ebooks from the Woodturning with Steven D. Russell educational series with discount combo packs. Step by step instruction DVDs, detailed articles on CD-ROM.

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Woodturning Videos Combo by Steve Russell

Our woodturning videos combo includes step by step instructions by Steve Russell on turning bowl, bottle stoppers and writing pens.

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Sitemap for Woodturning Videos Plus

Sitemap - Navigational information for Woodturning Videos Plus with links to important pages.

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Super Deluxe Combo 2: Woodturning Videos and ebooks

Our Super Deluxe Combo 2 videos include step by step instructions on turning bowls, bottle stoppers and pens. The ebooks cover numerous woodturning topics.

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DVD Videos from the Woodturning with Steven D. Russell Educational Series

DVD videos from the "Woodturning with Steven D. Russell" educational series. Step by step instructions on turning elegant writing pens, bowls and other projects.

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Woodturning Videos and eBooks by Professional Woodturner Steven D. Russell

Woodturning videos by professional woodturner Steven D. Russell help you learn bowl turning, pen turning and more! Our woodturning videos offer tips and tricks that make learning fun.

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"Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers" DVD Video

Step by step instructional DVD video on turning elegant bottle stoppers by Steve Russell. Approximately 2 - hours in length. Video includes four bottle stopper projects, plus inlay techniques.

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Volume Twenty Six of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Six of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 1-25-2009. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Using Profile Scrapers in a Woodturning Studio

Learn how profile scrapers can benefit you when working on faceplate projects. Includes sharpening tips for better performance.

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Using Jumbo Jaws on Woodturning Scroll Chucks

Learn about a modification you can make to jumbo jaws to increase their efficiency and speed the reverse chucking of bowls for finishing off the foot.

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DVD Woodturning Videos from Steven D. Russell

Preview DVD woodturning videos
from Woodturning with
Steven D. Russell. "Turning Elegant Writing Pens," "Bowl Turning: Step by Step" and "Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers"

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Abrasive Reference Chart for Coated Abrasives

Abrasive reference chart for CAMI and FEPA coated abrasives. Includes diamond and cubic boron nitride abrasive reference.

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UV Resistant Finishes for Woodturners

UV Resistant Finishes - Preventing Color Loss in Exotic Timbers

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Educational Content Search Engine Now Available!

We're pleased to announce that we have added a Google Custom Search engine to our website. This search engine will allow you to search our entire website for educational content by simply searching for a relevant keyword, or phrase.

For example, if you wanted to learn about "Irish Grinds," simply enter Irish Grinds in the search engine box and every article on our website that contains that phrase will be listed.

Click on the desired article and the article will be displayed on your screen. We know you will enjoy using this new search engine tool.

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Educational content search engine for Woodturning Videos Plus

A site wide educational content search engine for Woodturning Videos Plus.

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Volume Twenty Five of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Five of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 12-13-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Double Bevels vs. Single Bevels on Woodturning Tools

Learn the advantages of double bevels for some woodturning tools. Includes information on bowl gouges, spindle gouges, scrapers and skews.

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Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers

High resolution photo of "Turning Elegant Bottle Stoppers" Cover Photo

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Cyber Monday Sale! 20% Off Any Purchase.

Super special savings for any website orders made today, December 1, 2008. Use coupon code 9583 at checkout. Offer ends 12/1/08 at midnight. Happy Shopping from your friends at WoodturningVideosPlus.com!

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Free Priority Mail Shipping on any order!

From November 27th through November 30th, 2008, receive free Priority Mail shipping on any order made through the website. No coupon code or minimum purchase required. When checking out, simply select the free shipping option and your order will be shipped free of charge. Offer ends midnight, November 30th, 2008.

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Steve Russell's Lathe Talk Newsletter

Sign up for Steve Russell's Lathe Talk, a monthly newsletter

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Volume Twenty Four of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Four of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 11-17-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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How to Minimize Paste Wax Creep

Learn how to store paste wax finishes to prevent creep (seepage) from the tins during storage.

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Pull Cut: A Guide to Mastery

Learn to master the pull cut with a Irish ground bowl gouge.

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Tool Reviews for Woodturning Tools and Equipment

Tool reviews for woodturning tools and equipment from a professional woodturners perspective.

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Lyle Jamieson Hollowing System Review

Tool review of the Lyle Jamieson Hollowing System for Woodturners

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Kel McNaughton Carvers Jig

Tool review of Kel McNaughton's Carvers Jig for woodturners, woodworkers and crafts people.

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Hollowing Tools Overview for Woodturners

Learn about the various hollowing tools available to woodturners, including hand-held, arm brace, captured and laser-guided systems.

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Using the McNaughton Center Saver System

Learn about using the McNaughton center saver on mini-lathes with the new micro and mini center saver systems.

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Honing Tools and Jigs for Woodturners

Learn how honing tools and jigs can reduce your trips to the grinder and improve the finished surface on your woodturning project.

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Measuring Tools Needed for Woodturning

Learn how measuring tools can make your woodturning easier and more accurate.

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Volume Twenty Three of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Three of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 10-17-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Storing Anchorseal - Long Term Test Results

Learn the results of testing various ways to store Anchorseal end grain sealer.

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Volume Twenty Two of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty Two of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 9-20-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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Volume Twenty One of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Volume Twenty One of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 8-3-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter.

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