BASIC STICK MAKING WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B102 Much revered in the world of stick making this expert stick maker with his exacting knowledge & skill. Explains & demonstrates how to make some practical sticks which can be used day to day. The film begins by showing you what to look for when you go out to cut your own shanks.
STICK MAKING: HORN THISTLE CROOK HEAD WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B105 This covers the making of the thistle crook head, showing all the stages to produce the head to the highest standard. Alan Bateman takes you through stage by stage showing you how,with the use of simple hand tools, time, patience & by following simple instructions you can achieve a beautiful stick head. To get the most from this programme it is recommended that it is used in conjunction with Alan's previous DVD - HORN HANDLES PLAIN & FANCY.
STICK MAKING: HORN PHEASANT HEAD WITH ALAN BATEMAN - DVD Ref: B112 This covers the making of the reverse pheasant head showing all the stages to produce the head to the highest standard. Alan Bateman takes you through stage by stage showing you how, with the use of simple hand tools, time, patience & by following simple instructions you can achieve a beautiful stick head. The same steps can be used to produce other bird heads to adorn your sticks. To get the most from this programme it is recommended that it is used in conjunction with Alan's previous DVD - HORN HANDLES PLAIN & FANCY.
MASTERING WOODWORKING MACHINES - DVD Ref: B273 By Mark Duginske.
TURNING GREEN WOOD + TOOL SHARPENING FOR RESULTS - DVD Ref: B351 With stunning close-up shots, Michael O'Donnell illustrates six exciting projects. Starting with green wood, fresh from the log, he demonstrates the use of cross-grain and end-grain techniques. Using tools with the cutting edge in shape & very sharp, makes woodturning a real pleasure. Close-up shots & informative graphics, takes the mystery out of tool sharpening. A step by step format shows tool sharpening is a quick, easy & repeatable process. Tool versatility is shown cutting the wood. Roughing blanks, making detail cuts, beads, coves & 'V's, turning cross-grain, end-grain & natural edged bowls. An informative printed chart is enclosed showing the shape & bevel angles of the woodturning tools.
TURNING WOOD - DVD Ref: B352 With Richard Raffan.
GETTING STARTED WITH THE CIRCULAR & BANSAW - DVD Ref: B353 The circular saw & the band saw are the two most widely used woodworking machines. This shows how both machines can be used safely & with confidence. As well as basic safe sawing techniques, the programme features a number of useful jigs & holders that can be made in the workshop. This is an invaluable guide for the first time user & a useful reference for the more experienced woodworker.
