Howard Hale

[Howard Hale]

New turner since December, 2019. Long time woodworker but never turning. Always thought about it so decided to purchase a mini lathe and tools to start with pens to try it. If I did not like it, not too much lost. However, I found I do like it very much and started by joining a local club, Etowah River, and found a wealth of help. Have practiced so far with pens, small bowls and lidded boxes. OK, now the wife is having to search places to display the pieces, lol. At least for now she is still excited to get another piece, so my spending is tolerated. Can see a larger lathe coming in the near future. Have a long way to go to improve but having fun trying. I have been so impressed by the amazing, if not absolutely shocking, magic that turners can achieve with wood. Dang, this is more addictive that my flat work woodworking ever was.

 

[Roger Wiegand]

Welcome Howard! Yes, it is addictive, and the opportunities for new toys are almost endless. At least most of them tend to be less expensive than the latest Festool whatzit.

 

[Howard Hale]

Thanks Roger. Endless toy opportunities for sure. Way more than ever with my flatwork but lots more fun.

 

[John Torchick]

Welcome. Good move to join a local chapter. It will be worth the time to attend the meetings plus a mentor of two that will help. I belong to the Dalton Area Woodturners Guild, just up the road.

 

[Howard Hale]

Thank you John. I was surprised to find how many clubs there are in the general area. Having a mentor has been invaluable and was one main reason I decided to give turning a try. Sure has paid off. Everyone is so generous in sharing their experience.

 

[hockenbery]

Howard,
Welcome. It’s an addictive hobby
You can make things in an afternoon,
Peeling wood alway is just fun,
and the objects we can make are only limited by our imaginations.

have fun stay safe

 

[Russ Braun]

Hmmmmm, flatworker? Sounds like there might be a segmenter lurking in there! Welcome aboard Howard!

 

[Gary Beasley]

Welcome from another ERW member!

 

[Gerald Lawrence]

Welcome aboard. Feel free to ask questions and share your projects. We like pictures too

 

[Bill Boehme]

Welcome to the AAW forum, Howard.

 

[Mark Hepburn]

Howard, welcome! You've already no doubt found out that this is a very friendly place with a wealth of experience and people willing to share what they know. Hope you have a great time here.

 

[Emiliano Achaval]

New turner since December, 2019. Long time woodworker but never turning. Always thought about it so decided to purchase a mini lathe and tools to start with pens to try it. If I did not like it, not too much lost. However, I found I do like it very much and started by joining a local club, Etowah River, and found a wealth of help. Have practiced so far with pens, small bowls and lidded boxes. OK, now the wife is having to search places to display the pieces, lol. At least for now she is still excited to get another piece, so my spending is tolerated. Can see a larger lathe coming in the near future. Have a long way to go to improve but having fun trying. I have been so impressed by the amazing, if not absolutely shocking, magic that turners can achieve with wood. Dang, this is more addictive that my flat work woodworking ever was.

Welcome to the forum!!

 

[Lamar Wright]

Welcome to the forum Howard!