Turning can be a relatively low cost hobby (in woodworking all things are relative). A mini-lathe, a set of turning tools, a grinder for sharpening, a worklight and some protective gear can be bought for between $750 and $900. A mini-lathe can easily be stored under a bench. Setting it all up takes a relatively small amount of space.

We encourage you to try turning and learn from master turner Bonnie Klein.

Have you been turning for a while? Bonnie can tune up and extend your turning skills.

Only the Threaded Boxes class requires prior turning experience.

We are delighted to have Bonnie with us for two weeks this year.

The Basic Woodturning class

An important part of turning is to develop a technique that will produce the best possible finish from the tool - reducing the amount of sanding necessary.

During the class, cutting theory, tool usage, and tool sharpening and shaping techniques will be demonstrated and discussed. With a good understanding of cutting theory and tool usage, this is within reach of the beginning turner as well as the more advanced turner.

The students will be guided through some basics and then turn several projects good for skill building or production. The use of chatterwork and color will be part of the class.

We provide a lathe for each student, turning tools and materials. If you have your own turning tools feel free to bring them along so that you can learn using your own tools.

We suggest that you bring a face shield and a comfortable dust mask. You can buy a face shield from Woodcraft for around $22. You can also buy face shields at Edensaw (our local lumberyard).

This course is recommended beginning turners but even experienced turners will benefit greatly from Bonnie's tutoring.

Class size:   8       Minimum enrollment: 6
Cost:            $290

This two day course is offered on two weekends:

Woodturning Project Class

We've heard from the graduates of our turning classes that they want to spend more time practicing their turning skills and working on how to plan and make a turning project.

in this  five day class Bonnie takes you on a further exploration of turning - new materials and new techniques.

More details to come.

Prerequisite: Students should have completed Bonnie's Basic Woodturning Class or have experience of turning.

Class size:             8       Minimum enrollment: 6
Cost:                      $695
Materials Charge: $15