Synopses & Reviews
Putting pen (or pencil) to paper is one thing. Crafting either from scratch is another. Turners looking for professional guidance and new ideas will embrace "Complete Guide to Turning Pens and Pencils." This comprehensive book includes 15 projects (12 pens/3 pencils), ranging from basic to intermediate and advanced. Attractive to turners is that many of the projects can be made in a short time utilizing just a standing lathe or even a small, portable model. In these pages, equipment and materials are clearly presented, including types of mechanism kits available. Techniques from blank preparation to sanding, polishing, and finishing are explained in easy-to-follow step-by-step photographs. Also included is a range of casing styles to suit all tastes, from fine timbers, sustainable woods, and acrylics to polymer clay. An added bonus is an extensive gallery of actual-size pens and pencils for inspiration. Putting pen to paper never looked so good!
Synopsis
Perfect for turners and crafters of all abilities. The Complete Guide to Turning Pens & Pencils lives up to its name. Here s everything you need, even if you re just starting out, to craft your own custom-made writing instruments.
15 enticing projects. Build your turning skills as you work your way through these gorgeous projects that range from beginner to advanced. Master the sanding, polishing, and finishing techniques to craft pens and pencils from scratch or using blanks. Learn to work with wood, acrylics, or polymer clay and how to choose the right mechanisms.
Minimum investment for maximum enjoyment. The beauty of these projects is that you can turn out beautiful work using little more than a standing or even a portable lathe. And, even the most time-starved crafters can fit these projects into a busy schedule.
Inspiration and instruction from a pro. Author Walter Hall, an accomplished wood turner in the U.K., shares a wealth of ideas and trade secrets in this complete guide. Springboard off of his experience to create your own works of art.
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Synopsis
Turners looking for professional guidance and new ideas will embrace this comprehensive book that includes 20 projects, ranging from basic to intermediate and advanced. Attractive to turners is that many of the projects can be made in a short time utilizing just a standing lathe or even a small, portable model.
About the Author
WALTER HALL has been turning pens and pencils for more than 20 years, crafting them from fine rare timbers, man-made materials, and sustainable wood. He sells his pens through The Chantry craft center in Morpeth, Northumberland, U.K., and on his website, www.walterspens.co.uk. He's also a regular contributor to "Woodturning "magazine as a product reviewer.
Table of Contents
Part 1, Equipment and Materials
Chapter 1. Tools Lathes and Equipment Mandrels and work holding
Drills and drilling equipment
Chisels and gouges (incl. sharpening)
Blank trimmers
Assembly tools
The Beall Pen Wizard
Abrasives
Chapter 2. Materials Timber
Stabilised wood and laminated materials
Acrylics
Polymer Clays
Laser cut blanks
Other materials
Adhesives
Chapter 3. Types of kit Some notes on plating
Basic Kits
More advanced kits
Sources of supply (incl. notes on importing)
Chapter 4. Finishes Friction polishes
Lacquers
Cyanoacrylate
Buffing Compounds Protective waxes
Part 2, Techniques
Chapter 5. Techniques Safety
Blank preparation: Cutting, Drilling, Gluing tubes,
Trimming blanks.
Work holding on the lathe: Mandrels, Between centres.
Turning: Timber, Stabilised wood, Acrylics, Polymer Clays.
Sanding and polishing: Timber, Other materials.
Finishing: General, Friction polishes, Lacquers, Cyanoacrylate, Buffing.
Part 3. Projects and Gallery
Chapter 6. Projects Eight Basic Projects
Eight Intermediate Projects
Four Advanced Projects
Chapter 7. Gallery of pens and pencils