Turning Green Wood

Michael O'Donnell, a renowned woodturner, shares his expertise in harvesting, storing, and utilizing timber to create delicate and translucent pieces. He also provides six inspirational projects, including cross-grain translucent bowls, natural-edge bowls, and part-turned bowls.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2020
Publisher: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

This is a revised edition of this bestselling title, written by Michael O'Donnell, one of the foremost exponents of the technique of wood turning. In this comprehensive guide, he explains step-by-step how to harvest and store timber, making the best use of the grain pattern and other properties. O'Donnell also shares his expertise on turning green wood, demonstrating how to achieve a delicate and translucent finish. By using clear text and spectacular photographs, he demystifies one of the most admired techniques used by woodturners today.

The book includes six inspirational projects, designed to showcase the versatility of wood turning. These projects include a cross-grain translucent bowl, a cross-grain natural-edge bowl, an end-grain bowl, a natural-edge end-grain bowl, a natural-edge end-grain goblet, and a part-turned bowl. Each project is accompanied by detailed instructions and photographs, making it easy for readers to follow along and create their own stunning pieces of wood art.

Whether you are a seasoned woodturner or a beginner looking to explore this fascinating technique, this revised edition of Wood Turning Techniques is an essential resource. With its comprehensive coverage and inspiring projects, it will help you unlock the full potential of wood turning and create beautiful and unique pieces that will be treasured for years to come.

Weight: 584g
Dimension: 211 x 275 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784945589
Edition number: 2 Revised edition