A complete guide to turning your own hardwood pens, letter openers, and more on the lathe.

A complete guide to turning your own pens, letter openers, and more on the lathe.

Master the art of woodturning in this all-encompassing guide, where expert instructor Mike Cripps demystifies the techniques needed to make beautiful ballpoint and fountain pens. You’ll learn to:

• Use hardwood scraps and just a few tools to create a range of pen profiles, from easy to complex
• Create additional projects for the home and office, including letter openers, magnifying glasses, and perfume applicators

With an inspiration gallery, detailed steps, and over 220 color photos to walk you through the process, this book is a must-have for woodworkers of all skill levels who want to create practical (and elegant) items to gift or keep.