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Woodturning Wizardry

By D Springett
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Woodturning Wizardry by D Springett is a fascinating guide for woodturning enthusiasts, delving into intriguing and complex techniques to create stunning wooden structures. The book covers the theory and practice of crafting intricate designs, offering clear instructions and illustrations to help both novice and seasoned woodworkers achieve remarkable results. With a focus on creativity and precision, it expands the artistic possibilities within the craft.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the art of woodturning and want to explore creative projects, including intricate designs and optical illusions. It offers insights into advanced techniques, making it particularly appealing if you're keen on expanding your skills or gaining inspiration for your woodworking endeavours.

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Items like spheres within spheres can be made with basic wood turning skills. This book shows you how. 3-D illustrations show views of work in progress, making the instructions even easier to follow. The introductory chapters describe the equipment required and give advice on wood selection, setting out the work, and workshop health and safety.

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A bestseller when it was first published in 1993, Woodturning Wizardry has been thoroughly revised for this new edition, with colour photography throughout.

Stunning new 3-D illustrations show cutaway views of the work in progress, thus making the instructions even easier to follow than before. Spheres within spheres, stars within cubes, and delicate lattices with no apparent means of support - this book shows you how to turn basic woodturning skills into wizardry.

Colour photography throughout and stunning 3D illustrations of the work in progress make these instructions very easy to follow.

Thoroughly revised and sure to lose the magic from your fingertips!

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Woodturning Wizardry by D Springett is praised for its clear instructions and detailed illustrations, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced woodturners. Many reviewers appreciate the book's focus on complex projects, which demystifies intricate techniques involved in creating ornamental wood pieces. It is often highlighted for encouraging creativity and providing a comprehensive guide to advanced turning skills.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781861084224

Publisher: GMC Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 November 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 273.0mm

Weight: 690g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

David Springett has been a professional woodturner for 30 years with a particular interest in more experimental work, such as the seemingly impossible pieces described in his first book, Woodturning Wizardry. He has three other books published by GMC Publications.

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