Drying process using Denatured Alcohol:     6/2007

Woodturning Basics

During the class held May 20, 2006, Instructor Gene Gross provided the below handout. This handout describes the basic of Turning, including mounting, sanding, tools, etc... Posted with permission of Gene Gross.

How to Turn a Morse Taper

During a recent presentation, CFW Member Al Hockenbery discussed how to make a Morse Taper Chuck from wood. His website (http://www.hockenbery-woodturnings.com) lists step by step directions on how to do this. Click here to see the instructions.Posted with Permission of Al Hockenbery

Vacuum chucking by Al Hockenbery

Al has provided the following during a discussion on vacuum chucking

How to Turn a Pepper Grinder courtesy of Hal Simmons

In November of 2006, Hal Simmons taught a hands-on workshop on turning Pepper Grinders at Amazon Exotic Hardwoods. This handout was provided. It is posted with the instructors permission.

Ring Box by Hal Simmons

In November, Hal provided an evening demonstration on turning a ring box. The handout is here.