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This class covers working safely and efficiently with the wood lathe.  
 
This class covers working safely and efficiently with the wood lathe.  
  
==Syllabus==
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==Concepts Covered==
* How to secure pieces with a screw chuck, face plate and regular chuck
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* Parts of the Lathe
* Using a variety of different tools and ensuring that they stay sharp
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* Lathe Safety
* Steps required to complete various projects, focusing especially on making bowls
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* Lathe Tools - Traditional and Carbide
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* Sharpening Concepts
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* Mounting and Securing Turned Pieces
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* Spindle Turning
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* Bowl Turning
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* Sanding
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* Finishing
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* Parting
  
This class may not be long enough for us to finish making a bowl from scratch, but you will leave with a piece of wood well on its way toward becoming a bowl - and the skills necessary to finish it.
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Please note:
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Attendees must wear comfortable, closed toe shoes and wear clothing that you do not mind getting covered in wood shavings. Loose clothing with strings or long jewelery is not recommended. If you have long hair it must be tied back. A face shield will be provided but please bring eye protection. A dust mask is optional but not provided.
  
 
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Latest revision as of 03:23, 7 January 2023

This class covers working safely and efficiently with the wood lathe.

Concepts Covered

  • Parts of the Lathe
  • Lathe Safety
  • Lathe Tools - Traditional and Carbide
  • Sharpening Concepts
  • Mounting and Securing Turned Pieces
  • Spindle Turning
  • Bowl Turning
  • Sanding
  • Finishing
  • Parting

Please note: Attendees must wear comfortable, closed toe shoes and wear clothing that you do not mind getting covered in wood shavings. Loose clothing with strings or long jewelery is not recommended. If you have long hair it must be tied back. A face shield will be provided but please bring eye protection. A dust mask is optional but not provided.


This is an active class at Asmbly. If you can't find an upcoming session in the Class Schedule, email education@asmbly.org for more information.