Woodturning Videos Plus Blog

Volume Eighteen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Thu, 08 May 2008 15:10:26 GMT

Volume Eighteen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 5-07-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

How to Prevent Pen Barrels from Splitting

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:46:42 GMT

Learn techniques to prevent splits in pen barrels during drilling, sanding, finishing and assembly.

Perfecting Epoxy Finishes for Woodturners

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:13:16 GMT

Learn how to buff epoxy finishes using various techniques. Includes tips and techniques specifically designed for woodturners.

Volume Seventeen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:01:23 GMT

Volume Seventeen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 4-07-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Volume Sixteen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 12:41:23 GMT

Volume Sixteen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 3-06-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Using Shear Scrapers on Woodturnings

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:09:00 GMT

Learn the advantages of using shear scrapers to perfect the surface of your woodturnings. Includes tips for Irish bowl gouges, traditional scrapers and dedicated shear scrapers.

Cabochon Stone Inlays for Woodturnings

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:44:07 GMT

Learn how to buy cabochon stone inlays for your woodturning projects. Includes buying tips and recommended sources to get you started.

Pen Mandrels: Tips for Maintaining and Storing Your Mandrels

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 23:11:58 GMT

Learn how to properly maintain and store your pen mandrels to preserve their accuracy. Includes mounting, turning and storage tips.

Drying Green Wood in Paper Bags

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 22:53:55 GMT

Learn how to use ordinary paper bags for drying green wood roughouts. Includes advanced protocol to reduce overall drying time with forced air circulation.

LSWA - Lone Star Woodturners Association

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 02:37:28 GMT

Membership information page for the Lone Star Woodturners Association - LSWA - The Woodlands, Texas. Member, American Association of Woodturners

Volume Fifteen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 16:00:25 GMT

Volume Fifteen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 2-02-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Lathe Drapes Keep Your Lathe Clean

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 15:29:16 GMT

Lathe drapes can protect your lathe and make clean up easier. Using these simple drapes makes your lathe clean up at the end of the day a snap.

Turning Deer Antler: Tips and Tricks

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:15:46 GMT

Learn how to turn deer antler writing pens. Lots of tips and tricks are included for working with this alternative material on pens.

Using a Wood Burner to Transfer Photocopied Images

Sun, 27 Jan 2008 20:00:01 GMT

Learn how to use a wood burner to transfer photocopied images onto the surface of your woodturnings. The transferred image can be used as a guide for burning, carving or other embellishment work.

Chainsaw Tips for Woodturners

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 23:07:24 GMT

Learn how to get the most from your chainsaw when you're processing green wood logs and turning blanks. Includes tips for chainsaw maintenance and cutting.

Volume Fourteen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:55:36 GMT

Volume Fourteen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 1-05-2008. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Volume Thirteen of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sat, 08 Dec 2007 22:22:20 GMT

Volume Thirteen of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 12-07-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

New Video Tip Added To Video Tips Library

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:23:20 GMT

We recently added a new "Fluid Pulsed" drilling video tip segment to our Video Tips Library. This is a 90 second video that demonstrates my protocol for drilling pen blanks. This technique helps to cool the drill bit during drilling and keep the flutes clear of shavings, which helps to prevent heat checking inside the drilled hole when working with heat sensitive exotics, or man-made composites. Additional video tips will be added in the near future.

Volume Twelve of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:11:59 GMT

Volume Twelve of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 11-04-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Help Us Build Our Video Tips Library

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 02:26:46 GMT

We recently added a new Video Tips Library and it has been a huge success. There are currently three video segments in the library. Two deal with shear scraping a bowl prior to sanding and the third covers resharpening bandsaw blades. If you have any suggestions for woodturning topics or techniques that you would like to see covered in the video library, please email us. Thanks!

Applying End Grain Sealers to Green Wood

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 02:22:05 GMT

Learn the proper techniques for applying end grain sealers to fresh cut green wood to prevent checking. Includes tips for numerous application methods.

Using Wood Dyes to Enhance the Color of Wood

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 01:52:20 GMT

Learn how to use wood dyes to enhance the color of your woodturnings. Includes tips and tricks for using spirit based dyes.

We've Just Added A New Video Tips Library!

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 15:14:21 GMT

This is our third free educational resource library for woodturners. Our video tips library will feature short video clips on selected woodturning topics, as well as skill set demonstrations and miscellaneous tips and tricks to help you master the art of woodturning. Our first video tips include a 75 second video on using dedicated shear scraper to shear scrape the exterior of a bowl prior to sanding and an 85 second video on using a traditional round nose scraper to shear scrape the interior of a bowl prior to sanding. This is the first of many video clips that we will be adding over the coming months to our new Video Tips Library. If you have any specific requests for video segments, please contact us.

Volume Eleven of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:30:45 GMT

Volume Eleven of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 9-30-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Using a Kelton Center Saver to Get More Value from Your Bowl Blanks

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 01:14:25 GMT

With a Kelton Center Saver system, you can core out the centers of your bowls as a solid block of wood. This saved core can then be remounted and turned into additional bowls.

Micro Turning Tools: Essential Tools for Woodturners

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:14:33 GMT

Micro turning tools are very useful for many tasks on the lathe. Learn the benefits of these tools and how they can become an essential tool in your woodturning studio.

Preventative Maintenance for Woodturners

Sun, 02 Sep 2007 02:52:18 GMT

Learn the basics of preventative maintenance for your woodturning tools and equipment. Includes lathe, dust collector, bandsaw, drill press and others.

Simple Wood Stabilization Techniques

Sun, 02 Sep 2007 01:59:56 GMT

Learn simple wood stabilization techniques using lacquer, CA and wood hardeners for spalted and soft woods.

Volume Ten of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 21:55:23 GMT

Volume Ten of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 9-01-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Finding Artistic Inspiration for Woodturners

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:51:48 GMT

Learn how to find the right kind of artistic inspiration for your woodturnings and overcome the creative wall and keep your work fresh.

Super Glue Application and Storage Protocols

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 22:02:06 GMT

Learn how to use and store super glue. Includes tips and tricks for applying super glue, storing, and preventing tip clogging.

Key Rings: Learn How to Turn These Popular Woodturning Projects

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 15:47:42 GMT

Want to turn small projects on your lathe? Learn how to turn spring-loaded key rings on a standard pen mandrel. Detailed step by step instructions are included.

Volume Nine of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 08:35:38 GMT

Volume Nine of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 8-05-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Woodturning Education Articles by Steven D. Russell

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 02:27:14 GMT

A collection of woodturning education articles that help you learn the art of woodturning. Topics include boiling wood to reduce drying degrade, bandsaw blade resharpening and lots more.

Microcrystalline Wax for Woodturners

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 16:18:34 GMT

Learn how to use microcrystalline wax to enhance the finish on your woodturnings. Microcrystalline waxes offer superior protection over traditional waxes like beeswax and carnauba.

Cryogenically Treated Tools in the Woodturners Studio

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:23:48 GMT

Learn the benefits of cryogenically treated woodturning tools. Using cryo treated turning tools reduces the amount of sharpening needed when turning large volumes of wood or abrasive timbers.

Dry Grinder Wheel Maintenance

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 15:04:45 GMT

Learn how to maintain the wheels on your dry grinder for optimal sharpening performance. Maintaining your dry grinder is an important step to keep your woodturning tools sharp.

Sitemap for Woodturning Videos Plus

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 01:33:19 GMT

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

Woodturning Tips by Steven D. Russell

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 01:22:10 GMT

A collection of woodturning tips and techniques by professional woodturner Steven D. Russell. These woodturning tips cover various aspects of woodturning, woodfinishing and more.

Using Buffing Wheels to Perfect the Finish on Your Woodturning

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 01:18:25 GMT

Learn how using buffing wheels on the finish of your woodturnings can greatly enhance the quality of your finish. Whether you use oil or wax, buffing can improve the quality of your woodturnings.

Torn Grain and Tear Out, Learn How To Prevent Or Repair

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 01:10:20 GMT

Learn how to effectively deal with torn grain and tear out on your woodturnings. Includes simple strategies to reduce or eliminate torn grain.

Using Oil Finishes on Light Colored Woods

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 22:54:36 GMT

Oil finishes can change the color of light woods. Learn how to use sanding sealers prior to application of your oil finishes to reduce this color change.

Bandsaw Resharpening Video Clip Now Available!

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 22:20:18 GMT

We have just added a short (1:12 second) video clip to the Bandsaw Resharpening article in our main educational library. This clip shows how a small high-speed rotary tool can be used to easily and quickly resharpen your dull bandsaw blades. This is the first of many video clips that we will be adding over the coming months to enhance the content of our educational library. If you have any specific requests for video segments, please contact us.

Resharpen Bandsaw Blades Using This Simple Procedure

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 21:42:54 GMT

You no longer have to throw away your bandsaw blade when they become dull. Steve Russell can show you how to easily resharpen bandsaw blades with simple tools and procedures.

New Woodturning Tips Section Coming Soon!

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 22:55:44 GMT

Website Update: Woodturning Videos Plus, in conjunction with Eurowood Werks Woodturning Studio is pleased to announce that will be adding a new "Woodturning Tips" library to our website. This new educational library will feature various woodturning tips and protocols for woodturners of all skill levels and will be categorized for easy reading. Selected tips will also feature short video segments to help clarify complicated procedures. Look for our new "Woodturning Tips" library in the very near future. Educational Library News: We have a great article on using the Kel McNaughton Center Saver in the educational library. If you're planning on purchasing a Kelton Center Saver System, this article is full of tips and tricks to help you master this tool quickly.

Air Drying Wood with Endgrain Sealers

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 12:41:32 GMT

Air drying wood with green wood and endgrain sealers. Application tips for solid wood blanks and woodturning roughouts are included.

Woodturning Videos and eBooks by Professional Woodturner Steven D. Russell

Sat, 07 Jul 2007 15:23:23 GMT

Woodturning videos and eBooks 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.

Education Articles Library

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 04:20:41 GMT

Learn the art of woodturning with education articles written by professional woodturner, Steven D. Russell. Beginner through advanced topics are available in this library.

Volume Eight of Lathe Talk e-zine Mailed

Wed, 04 Jul 2007 05:14:04 GMT

Volume Eight of Lathe Talk was emailed to all subscribers on 7-04-2007. Please check your inboxes for this month's newsletter. If you would like to subscribe to this free monthly newsletter for woodturners, please visit our e-zine subscription page.

Boiling Wood To Reduce Drying Degrade

Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:35:16 GMT

An introduction to boiling wood to reduce drying defects by Steven D. Russell of Eurowood Werks Woodturning Studio.