Shop Visitor

[Rick H]

Well last night I had a visit from Bonnie Klein to my shop. She was brought here by our wood club to give woodturning seminars. I took a 2 day seminar with her, it was worthwhile. But anyway she stopped by to see my shop and I am trying to get her converted over to scrollsaw as you can see.

[Forester21]

so did she convert?? LOL
What did you learn from her?
Theresa

[Rick H]

The class focused on making boxes and use of the chatter tool. Very interesting class.

[Forester21]

Boxes using a lathe? I'ld love to see them.
T

[William Young]

Hi Rick .
What a nice treat for you to have Bonnie in your shop. Will be interesting to see if she takes to scrolling following your instructions . ..
Bonnie sure knows her way around a lathe and for ones that are not aware of it, here is her book that not only shows the art of turning tops as the cover shows but also includes many other interesting turnings instructions .
The book is published by Fox Chappel



For more than twenty years, internationally-recognized woodturning instructor and demonstrator, Bonnie Klein, has shared her knowledge worldwide with students of all ages. With Classic Woodturning Projects with Bonnie Klein, you too can step into her classroom and learn the skills that lead to woodturning success. Whether you're a novice or an experienced turner, the 12 practical and fun-to-make projects are Bonnie Klein "classics" that will ultimately improve your woodturning expertise.

As you complete the 12 skill-building designs - ranging from her famous Spin Top to the more challenging Acorn Box -- Classic Woodturning Projects with Bonnie Klein will add to your toolbox of woodturning skills as Bonnie shares her knowledge on:
" Equipment and Tools
" Cutting Theory
" Burning Details
" Creating Chatterwork
" Coloring and Finishing
" Avoiding common mistakes

The step-by-step projects are accompanied by full-color photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, and demonstrate a wide variety of techniques and decorative enhancements. Inside you'll be guided through these enjoyable projects:
" Acorn Box
" Carrot Pen
" Sunburst Earrings
" Spiral Chatter Eggs
" Letter Opener
" Stir Fry Spatula
" Spin Top
" Tool Handle
" Whistle
" Yo-Yo
" Honey (Bee) Dipper
" Purse Mirror

Author Bio:

Bonnie Klein is internationally recognized for her turning skills, teaching skills, and development of the mini lathe. Her work has been featured in American Woodturner, Fine Woodworking, WOOD magazine, and more. In 2003, the American Association of Woodturners recognized her with an Honorary Lifetime Membership for her contributions to woodturning.

[William Young]

Theresa ;

Boxes using a lathe? I'ld love to see them.
T

I have made many dozens of boxes on my lathe in various sizes and shapes.
They are excellent sellers at craft sales.
Here are some samples.
I am sold right out again so I must get busy and make a couple dozen more before the start of summer craft sales in town. There are never two the same and that is what most people like about them because we don't use or require patterns when turning.

Some are just scraps of wood laminated together that would otherwise be thrown out. It's like "turning" (pun intended) scraps into cash.

[thecopperfish]

Great looking boxes Bill! I love them.
Chris

[Forester21]

Beautiful Bill! I especially like the top one.
Theresa

[Woodbutcher68]

A former member of my woodworking club turned an urn for the ashes of one of his wife's cats. When he finished it, he was checking the fit of the top. He put it on and pushed it all the way closed and couldn't get it off. He ended up making a new one.

[William Young]

He put it on and pushed it all the way closed and couldn't get it off. He ended up making a new one.
__________________
Fred

WOW . . . talk about a good seal
I genereally make the lids on my boxes (not urns) fit so that when you remove them you detect a slight suction.
W.Y.