New to Turning

[rodl]

:D Afternoon All

Does anybody know where I can someone to show me basic woodturning in or close to the western suburbs of Melbourne.
I have already bought a lathe just need someone to show me the basics so I can make something apart from sawdust....

Thanks
Rod:)

[lubbing5cherubs]

listen mate this might help some. I found this links real great. This is a site (http://www.turnwood.net/videos.html)that has online videos to watch what they are doing to learn
hth
Toni

Rod welcome to the board. Turning will give you years of enjoyment.

[TTIT]

Welcome to the weird world or wood worriers Rod.:) You'll have a much better chance of luring a tutor if you offer up an ale or two! Bribery will get you everywhere!!!;) Failing that, Toni's link could get you started.

[rowie]

Welcome to the weird world or wood worriers Rod.:) You'll have a much better chance of luring a tutor if you offer up an ale or two! Bribery will get you everywhere!!!;) Failing that, Toni's link could get you started.
I knew I could smell it(ale) on here somewhere:p What suburb do u live in Rod:confused:I could give u a few lessons if u like;)

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

Welcome to our section of the nuthouse, Rod. :)

I know there are several turning clubs in the western suburbs, but memory's not serving me too well at the moment. :( However, you should be able to find somewhere near you at http://www.vwa.org.au/list_wclubvic.htm

(Scroll down to find the woodturning clubs...)

[keith53]

Rod,

You might also think about getting your hands on Mike Darlow's DVD & books. I've found them to be very helpful.

http://www.hinet.net.au/~mdarlow


Keith

[rodl]

Rowie
I live in Werribee

[rowie]

send me a pm with your phone number, I'll give you a call:)

[Christopha]

Rod,

You might also think about getting your hands on Mike Darlow's DVD & books. I've found them to be very helpful.

http://www.hinet.net.au/~mdarlow


Keith

Keith, please take NO offense here at all.... in my experience, if you can understand mike D's books then you don't ned to read Mikes' books as you are already a competent turner. Mike is a nice chap but unfortunately has swallowed many dictionaries, grammar guides and the odd thesaurus. If asked to choose a book which described basic turnig techniques for newchums( cutting!) then for me it would be "The Craftsman Woodturner" by Peter Childs, available in the library system!

[keith53]

Keith, please take NO offense here at all.... in my experience, if you can understand mike D's books then you don't ned to read Mikes' books as you are already a competent turner. Mike is a nice chap but unfortunately has swallowed many dictionaries, grammar guides and the odd thesaurus. If asked to choose a book which described basic turnig techniques for newchums( cutting!) then for me it would be "The Craftsman Woodturner" by Peter Childs, available in the library system!

None taken whatsoever Christopha.

You see, its me!!! :D I'm one of those techo types that likes to hear every-bloody-thing to the nth degree and Dr Darlow fills the bill nicely. I've watched his DVD's, read his books and have derived extreme enjoyment from them. I simply thought others might also. (I've actually spoken with him on the phone several times and you're right, he is a nice chap). I haven't had any other formal training and I get by. Mind you, I'm no good but I get by. Only nearly took my head off once. Bloody skew!!

Its the same with Dr Gifkins. Very thorough. I enjoy it immensely.

My wife is a librarian so I'll look out for the book you've suggested.

Cheers,
Keith