Chris West

Adding Spice to Your Woodturning

20 Salt, Pepper and Spice Shaker Projects for Woodturners

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Adding Spice to Your Woodturning: 20 Salt, Pepper and Spice Shaker Projects for Woodturners by by British woodturner Chris West is an authoritative and practical guide from one of Europe's leading specialists in turned tableware design. West's reputation for clarity and precision shines in this comprehensive project book, which presents twenty original designs ranging from classic to contemporary forms. Each project includes complete working drawings, precise dimensions in both metric and imperial units, and clear photographic sequences. Step-by-step instructions guide readers through material selection, safe lathe operation, shaping techniques, and finishing. Projects are clearly labeled for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, allowing turners to build their confidence and skills progressively. Reviewers praise West's accessible teaching style, attention to safety, and the practicality of his designs-ideal for gifts, personal collections, or small-scale production. The book also includes sections on wood selection, finishes, health and safety, and practical advice for customizing shaker mechanisms and closures. Designed specifically for use in the workshop, this spiral-bound hardcover lays flat on the bench, printed on heavy-duty art paper for durability. With contributions recognized by turning guilds and woodworking associations across Europe and North America, West's book has become a valued addition to the modern woodturner's library. Both an instructional manual and a source of inspiration, Adding Spice to Your Woodturning helps turners at every level produce elegant, functional, and marketable pieces that highlight the beauty of wood and the creativity of the maker.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Artisan Ideas
• Seitenzahl: 68
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. September 2017
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 280mm x 226mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 621g
• ISBN-13: 9780997979800
• ISBN-10: 0997979801
• Artikelnr.: 68358846

Autorenporträt

Chris has been enjoying his craft for over 35 years. During the last dozen or so Chris has specialized in designing and turning salt and pepper mills and shakers. His career began in the computer industry. - He started out by serving a five year apprenticeship as an electromechanical engineer. Yes, computers did have moving parts in those days! One important aspect of that work was the necessity of working within tight tolerances. This gave Chris the necessary skills for turning matching pairs of shakers. After taking early retirement he now spends a good deal of his time in his workshop. Chris's schedule also includes taking his wood-turning experience to 'outside' groups by giving talks to interested social organizations. Many of Chris's shakers have appeared in the UK's Woodturning magazine. He feels that through this book he can share his knowledge and experience with many woodturners, budding and experienced alike. He is also an active member of the Hampshire Woodturners Association, the Test Valley Woodturners and an international member of the American Association of Woodturners (AAW).