<DIV>Bowl turning is becoming increasingly popular as a hobby and a way to reconnect with a traditional craft. Ernie Conover is a master turner who has turned his experience teaching this activity to hundreds of people into a practical, easy-to-read guide. This book provides basic instructions to get aspiring turners directly to their goal of creating a pleasing bowl. Along the way, he shows how to:<br>-- Gather and buy wood for turning<br>-- Apply basic and advanced turning techniques<br>-- Sand and finish<br>-- Use the faceplate and chucks to hold the work<br>-- Choose, sharpen, and handle tools<br>-- Create the most attractive bowl shapes<p>The author's straightforward, encouraging style and extensive photos and illustrations make the process easy and rewarding.</div>