I am a relative "newbie" to the art of segmented woodturning, and to wood turning in general. I have spent many, many hours reading books authored by some of the best in the business, and continue to be self-taught. I will admit that things would have gone easier if I had joined a local club and received a tutor. Time is limited, however, and the club will have to wait for now.

I use software designed by Bill Kandler called Segmented Project Planner. It has helped tremendously in getting angles, length of segment, total length of board needed, and other dimensions figured out. Visit his website to get a free trial and see how this software works.

I have joined the Segmented WoodTurners, a chapter of the American Association of Woodturners. It is fun and a privilege to be part of an outstanding group as this. On their web site, you will find galleries filled with beautiful projects, and some are simply astounding. It gives me encouragement to continue to create new ideas, and have hope that some day I may be as precise in my woodworking as they are.

The woodworking community enjoys offering advice and insight as to how their pieces are made. If you like making wood chips as a hobby, please visit either of these sites for camaraderie and insight.

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Thanks for visiting,

Jeff

Jeff@MillerTurnings.com