Ernie Conover
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Five Quick and Easy Woodturning Finishes
Whether you’re finishing spindles, bowls or treenware, here are some topcoat options you may have on hand already.
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VIDEO: Favorite Woodturning Finishes
Ernie Conover shares his favorite wood finishes for woodturning and how to apply them to different types of projects.
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Accessories for Excavating Tall Hollow Forms
Deep hollowing is made safer and easier with boring bars and turner’s gates.
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Video: Band Saw Tips for Woodturners
Ernie Conover discusses the improvements made to modern bandsaws and how they can be used to help in a woodturning shop.
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FREE PROJECT: Turning a Pepper Mill & Matching Salt Shaker
This culinary set requires precise drilling and turning.
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VIDEO: Making Drawer Supports in Furniture Case Construction
Ernie Conover explains several traditional wood drawer slide support options that, when properly constructed, can operate just as smoothly and effectively as new metal drawer slides.
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VIDEO: Tips for Turning Hollow Form Vessels
Ernie Conover explains the differences between small and larger hollow form vessels.
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Turning a Bird’s Mouth Bowl
Mimic baby bird beaks with easy turnings from tree limbs.
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VIDEO: Turning Pepper Mills and Salt Shakers
These woodturning projects are beautiful and useful additions to any kitchen and they make great gifts.
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A Table from Internationally Traveled Wood
From the Alps to Ohio: Ernie Conover and friend build a table.
