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So here is the next attempt. Did the barley twist this time. Andy

Got Woodturning magazine through he post a few days ago and liked the look of the goblet in there, so thought I would have a go. Haven't done the twist on the stem as I don't have the tools to do it. Bowl and foot are cherry and the stem is bubinga. Comments welcome. Andy.

Sorry if this has been covered already, but couldn't find any answers. I want to make usable goblets. Have any of you guys found a lasting proofing process? I have tried beeswax which works, but I just wonder how long it will last. And what about the outside of the goblet? Thanks. Andrew

Hi all I am trying to true (if that is the correct terminology) my grind wheel, but I just seem to be making worse. It is ok with side to side movement, but it is very bad in forwards/backwards. I have tried to dress it to get it concentric, but it is just getting worse. Why can't I get...

Hi all Looking to get my first lathe. I want something that will last and not need upgrading quickly. Wish list is a swivel headstock and variable speed. My budget is around the £1000 mark (lathe only, tools etc. extra). Done a lot of looking around and was thinking of the Record Power...

Hi all Just joined the forum. Looked around the new for a decent looking forum and decided on this one. I am planning on learning to turn wood with the ultimate aim of selling the finished items. I attained my City & Guilds in machine woodworking back in the early 80's, but we didn't cover...