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Pen Turner's Workbook, 4th Edition Revised and Expanded

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Typ okładki:miękka okładka

EAN: 9781497103542

Opis

Learn how to craft exquisite pens that are both practical and beautiful!

Customizable projects for a wide range of turned pens for all skill levels—from beginner to experienced pen makers
Helpful overviews on the tools needed, updated information on new tools and technology, materials, illustrated instructions, and a gallery of stunning finished pens
Step-by-step instructions ensure project success for even novice pen turners, woodturners, woodworkers, and woodcarvers
Go beyond wooden pens with projects using resin, Corian, antler, Inlace, and more
Get inspired to create your own one-of-a-kind conversation piece by browsing the Gallery of Pens showcasing work from master pen makers
Expanded information on casting clear acrylic pens, making segmented pens, using pen kits, troubleshooting, marketing your work, and an updated gallery
Author Barry Gross is an expert woodworker, artisan, author of Learn to Turn, and a frequent contributor to Scroll Saw Workshop magazine
Create fine writing implements on your lathe with Pen Turner's Workbook!

If you're looking for exciting pen turning projects and the most up-to-date information available on tools, materials, and techniques, you'll find it all in this definitive guide. From choosing a lathe to pen turning basics and even marketing your work to sell your custom-made pens—no detail has been left out!

In this revised fourth edition, author and expert pen turner Barry Gross provides new info on pen kits and mechanisms with up-to-date techniques, along with in-depth instruction and creative ideas for both the novice and the experienced turner looking for new ideas. Clear step-by-step photos ensure success even for novice turners. Understand the pen turning basics and techniques, such as how to select materials, how to turn and put your pen together, and tips and tricks for finishing each pen turning project. Build a classic pen or try something new with a wide range of pen projects for all skill levels.

Also included is a section on casting your own clear acrylic pen blanks, so you can personalize your work for yourself, your friends, or your customers by embedding art, memorabilia, and found objects into your masterpieces. Experiment with stamps, snakeskin, cigar wrappers, watch parts, pigmy seahorses, or scrapbook photos... the only limit is your imagination!

Instructions for turning pens made not only from wood, but from materials like Corian, InLace, antler, and other advanced options is also included, along with an inspirational gallery of gorgeous pens by master pen makers sure to get your creativity flowing!

Learn to turn, personalize, and sell your own custom-made pens, with Pen Turner's Workbook!

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Szczegóły

Liczba stron: 176

Wymiary: 21.6x27.9

Typ okładki:miękka okładka

Wydawca: Fox Chapel Publishing

Autor:

Barry Gross

Tytuł:Pen Turner's Workbook, 4th Edition Revised and Expanded

Kategorie:

Książki obcojęzyczne / angielskie / Hobbies and Games

EAN: 9781497103542

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