National Classes

TURN A WOODEN BOWL CLASS

Saturday, February 14th

Sunday, February 15th

In this beginner-friendly woodturning class, you’ll learn how to turn your very own wooden bowl using a midi lathe and Rockler’s easy-to-use carbide turning tools. Guided step-by-step by an experienced instructor, you’ll shape, hollow, smooth, and finish a bowl approximately 6"" in diameter, gaining the confidence and foundational skills needed to continue your turning journey.

What You'll Do:
-Mount your bowl blank onto the lathe
-Learn proper stance, tool control, and safe turning techniques
-Shape and hollow your wooden bowl using beginner-friendly carbide turning tools
-Refine the form with smoothing cuts
-Sand your bowl to a smooth finish
-Apply a food-safe finish to bring out the natural grain

What's Included:
-All materials, bowl blanks, and supplies
-Use of Rockler carbide turning tools
-Use of a Laguna 12|16 Midi Lathe
-Rockler safety gear (provided at no additional charge)

Important Info:
-Ages 14+ — minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
-Class is beginner-friendly — no prior turning experience needed
-All tools, materials, and safety equipment are provided
-Each attendee takes home their finished wooden bowl