Complete Guide to Turning Pens & Pencils: Techniques and Projects for Turners of All Levels

By Walter Hall

Book Overview

This is the definitive resource for anyone interested in crafting custom writing instruments.

Whether you're a seasoned turner or a complete beginner, this comprehensive guide provides everything you need to create stunning pens and pencils that showcase your creativity.

Key features: 15 Engaging Projects: Develop your turning skills with a diverse range of projects, from beginner to advanced, that challenge and inspire. Essential Techniques: Master sanding, polishing, and finishing techniques to create beautiful, custom-made writing instruments from scratch or using blanks. Materials Guide: Learn to work with various materials, including wood, acrylics, and polymer clay, along with tips on selecting the right mechanisms. Accessible Crafting: Enjoy these projects with minimal investment, using just a standing or portable lathe, making it easy for even the busiest crafters to fit them into their schedules.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 160085365X
• ISBN13: 9781600853654
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Taunton Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.2" x 10.8"