Though one usually thinks of turned objects being round in nature, this does not have to be the case. Explore more angular forms while learning to turn lidded boxes on the lathe. In this class Alan will explore the issues in hollowing end-grain (the most common type of turned lidded boxes) as well as consider the face-grain turned box. Students will have the opportunity to turn between three and four boxes over the three day course. There will also be the chance to try hand-chased threads as one of the types of fits on a box.

You will need the following tools for this class:

detail/spindle gouge 3/8″
skew chisel of any size (but I prefer a 1 ¼″ to 1 ½″)
Spindle roughing gouge of any size (but 1 ¼″ to 1 ¾″ is my preference)*
paring tool in 3/16″ or ¼″ *
round-nose or side radius scraper in ½″ width*
*North House has these

Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.
In general, please feel free to bring any hook or ring tools you already own.