A complete guide to mastering the versatile (and sustainable) art of green wood turning: learn foundational techniques while building your skills on 10 step-by-step projects, including shelf sitters, vases, and live-edge bowls Rich in moisture and character, green wood is an ideal material for woodturning-but newcomers to the craft may need a helping hand to get started. With this all-encompassing guide by longtime woodworker, author, and instructor Christian Zeppetzauer, you'll learn everything from choosing and storing the best woods for the job to troubleshooting challenges, maintaining your tools, and applying a finish that will last for years to come. Finally, test your mettle on 10 stylish step-by-step projects, including: . a simple decorative tree . a beautiful lidded vessel . a rustic live-edge bowl . an elegant goblet showcasing a fascinating woodbending technique With this book's guidance, woodworkers of all experience levels can hone their skills and build confidence at the lathe with 500+ photos, foundational tips, and a hearty dose of inspiration. Environmentally conscious woodworking never looked so stylish! AUTHOR: Christian Zeppetzauer teaches woodturning and other wood arts at the HBLA for Timber Construction in Hallstatt. He is also the author of Turning Made Easy (Leopold Stocker Verlag). He lives in Bad Ischl, Germany. SELLING POINTS: . A Practical Guide to Working with a Better Wood: This book teaches readers how to select, store, process, and finish green wood, giving them the knowledge to tackle each aspect of their projects with confidence. Green wood is easier to work with and more environmentally friendly than kiln-dried wood (natural seasoning has a lower carbon footprint; also, with green wood, there is often an emphasis on local sourcing). . 10 Illustrated Step-by-Step Projects: This book features a variety of step-by-step projects, from stylish storage jars and live-edge bowls to an elegant goblet, catering to all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced woodworker, these projects will help readers hone their skills and gain confidence. . Expert Tips and Techniques: With over 500 photographs, readers will learn everything they need to know about working with green wood, including tool sharpening, proper sanding, and even woodbending with heat. 500 colour photos and illustrations
