Author: David D. Hughes

I just love creating things with my hands. It's amazing how little I appreciated learning these skills when I was younger. Today, it is a source of great joy. I whittle, carve, wood burn and more!

How to Operate a CNC Lathe Machine | From beginner onward

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 04:41 pmHow to use cnc lathe machine A CNC lathe cuts, drills, and grinds on a tiny scale to produce small parts for various purposes using CNC programs. It consists of a computer-controlled machine with a rotary table. These machines are similar to lathes but are much smaller…

How to make a watchmaker’s lathe

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 05:05 pmWhat is a watchmakers lathe used for A watchmaker’s lathe is much more than just a tool for making a watch. It is a versatile tool that you can use for a whole host of other things. First, it’s a great way to enlarge a tiny piece…

A Few More Wood Lathe Projects for Beginners

Last updated on November 16th, 2022 at 10:50 amWoodturning projects for beginners If you want something to start a woodturning project with, you have come to the right place. We have a great collection of woodturning projects for beginners, and this post will show you how to make one of these projects yourself. We have…

How To Use a Lathe Machine | What You Should Know

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 06:03 pmHow to use a lathe Lathes shape, grind, and cut objects from wood, metal, and other materials. This is done using the machine’s rotation to cut an object with a rotating hand tool or grind it with a stationary grinding wheel. Learn how to use a lathe…

What is The Best Wood to Turn on a Lathe

Last updated on November 16th, 2022 at 08:58 amWhat is the best wood to turn on a lathe? The best wood for woodturning is an essential question for every woodturner. The tools of our craft are sharp and precise and must be used for a material that will give the best results. Each type of…

Woodworking on a Lathe | What You Should Know

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 06:38 pmWoodturning is a form of woodworking that is done on a lathe. You can do it on small or large lathes, and it is commonly used to make bowls, candle holders, plates, and other items. The wood can be turned on the lathe and then sanded and…

How to Change A Coping Saw Blade | A Self Starter’s Guide

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 06:45 pmThe fret saw blade is one of the most important in the toolbox of woodworkers. It cuts and smoothes wood in a way that no other saw blade can do. It is good to maintain your scroll saw blade if you want to keep your saw blade…

Coping Saw vs Fret Saw Comparison | Which One For Which Job

Last updated on October 1st, 2022 at 07:39 pmWondering which to choose: a Coping Saw vs Fret Saw? A coping saw is a small hand saw used to cut crown molding or other architectural shapes in wood. It is also used to cut a curve in wood by following an existing curve. The saw blade…