A wooden rolling pin is a good beginner turning project to explore spindle turning. Creating your French style rolling pin will teach you how to use your roughing gouge and your skew chisel.
The dimensions are not critical. The rolling pin I turned for this project is 13” long and 1 1/2″ in diameter. The straight section is 9” long and the handles taper to 1 3/8” in diameter. Try a few different lengths and diameters to see what people are looking for.
You will learn how to turn a rolling pin about 13″ ling and 1 1/2″ in diameter. focusing on tool selection, sharpening techniques for gouges, finishing options, and safe operation of the lathe.
This class is also available for experienced turners, where we delve deeper into advanced topics such as pattern design, surface textures, and other of interest you wish to explore.
Note: This class requires a minimum age of 15. Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
About Dan Katz
Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!
We provide a set of bowl blanks ready for turning as well as a suite of gouges and other tools and safety equipment.
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A wooden rolling pin is a good beginner turning project to explore spindle turning. Creating your French style rolling pin will teach you how to use your roughing gouge and your skew chisel.
The dimensions are not critical. The rolling pin I turned for this project is 13” long and 1 1/2″ in diameter. The straight section is 9” long and the handles taper to 1 3/8” in diameter. Try a few different lengths and diameters to see what people are looking for.
You will learn how to turn a rolling pin about 13″ ling and 1 1/2″ in diameter. focusing on tool selection, sharpening techniques for gouges, finishing options, and safe operation of the lathe.
This class is also available for experienced turners, where we delve deeper into advanced topics such as pattern design, surface textures, and other of interest you wish to explore.
Note: This class requires a minimum age of 15. Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
About Dan Katz
Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!
We provide a set of bowl blanks ready for turning as well as a suite of gouges and other tools and safety equipment.