Turning Boxes with Richard Raffan

Richard Raffan reveals the tricks and tips a woodworker needs to know when turning boxes — from the cutting and seasoning of wood to finishing the piece. Now improved with color photos, Turning Boxes includes detailed instructions for turning each part of the box, as well as variations. Woodworkers will learn how to turn both basic and more challenging boxes.

This informative book is for woodturners interested in adding new skills and ideas to their work through the turning of boxes. This project book begins with basic design considerations and the tools and equipment needed. Projects range from simple boxes to the more involved and challenging. Includes detailed instructions, decorative techniques, even tips for selling the finished boxes. 75 drawings. 300 color photos.

Richard Raffan is an internationally respected woodturning artisan and teacher. Collectors prize Raffan's gallery-quality production pieces, and he is the author of "Turning Wood, Turning Boxes, "and "The Complete Illustrated Guide to Turning,"