UA-cam education at its very best. I've been turning for over a decade, and there was plenty here for me to learn or at least think about. Thank you, Tomislav.
neprocjenjivo korisno , poučno i inspirativno ! čak i da nemam ništa od opreme poželio bih krenuti u ovaj " slow dance " s drvetom i nabrušenim alatom jer nakon ove lekcije sve izgleda skladno , čisto i logično . Hvala Tomica za upute i savjete . srdač poz Miro
Ho boy ho boy ho boy, what a revelation for me that 3 points of contact with the Bowl gouge , when I saw you doing that, i ran to be bassement, to try this technique instead of the 2 points of contact, and WOW, so stable, less stretch on my right hand side shoulder when holding the gouge, I'm so glad I Watch your vidéo, Even more glad you showed us all your personnal techniques. Please keep them coming!
The skew section was very helpful. It was something that I have struggled with and couldn’t figure out how high or low to set tool rest. Thanks for the change in view
Your teaching about body movement is really very, very helpful. I wonder why this important aspect is barely mentioned by all the other UA-camrs that try to teach turning...
My Friend, thank you. I really needed this video. At times, I’ve gotten so frustrated/ disappointed in my tools because I felt “THEY” weren’t doing the job. As you’ve shown, it was me, all along, that wasn’t using them as correctly as I should. I always wondered how you were able to get your surfaces so smooth. Thanks again!!!
This makes so much sense. And yet, so many others are either silent on this or zoom in so tight that this subtly is missed. Thank you. This is another “whole body” endeavor.
Despite being a semi-experienced turner I still enjoyed and found value in this video. Good stuff. Sometimes bad habits can form or you lose sight of a technique or two that really works. Thank you.
Tomasic, I have probably watched all of your videos for the last couple of years. Every time I watch one I see something new. Your patience, teaching style, and tool control are really inspiring. Before you were on Facebook, each time a new turner appeared looking for assistance, I always referred them to you and Richard. I have so many hours watching you two and applying things that you have shown, I feel like I almost know you. Thank you so very much!!
Tomislov, I do so appreciate you teaching your techniques. They have been so helpful to me. I'll be watching you for a long time. Thank you so very much.
Tomas - I use a thick rubber matting from a Camping & Caravan shop to be used in awnings. They come in squares and they interlock and fit easily into odd sized floors. I presume there will be similar shops in your country.🥳
Excellent video! Under standing the movement and angles is critical for a good result, not to mention the safety aspect. I’ll refer to this video when I need a refresher…thanks
Moving your body when turning is referred to by some turners as "doin' the dance." I've learned it is essential to successful turning, especially with some tools like the skew. Thanks so much for sharing your talent and knowledge! 👍🏾
Good Job! I turn sitting in my wheelchair. If there are any turners that are in your chair when turning… make a video! I am a pro woodworker. I am now a woodturner. BIG difference, BIG change. I think there are a bunch of us out there? YES! This video helped me a lot. But body language is hard. For those that are in your chairs… I bought my new lathe so I can turn offboard. That way my spine stays in alignment and I am not leaning and turning. I have HUGE pain issues. I NEVER run machinery when taking my meds. I am totally clean and free of all pain medacation when in my shop. Plus I ALWAYS ware my crash helmet. To many cast iron edges to smack my head on. DIG?
This information is so useful I’m saving the video in my UA-cam woodturning videos collection. I live in a warm climate and I turn barefoot. It’s best for my balance. I’ve known of other turners who do this but most are horrified and warn me not to do it. I’ve been woodworking barefoot for 40 years or so and still have all my toes. I wear anti vibration fingerless gloves to turn or to use angle grinders or chainsaws. They’ve never caused a problem. Everyone has to find what works best for themselves. It’s important to know the rules so that when you break them you understand what you’re doing. Thank you for another great video, Tomislav. We appreciate them!
Great video by showing the combination of body movement and tool rotation. I have been turn for a while but I am really interested in improving my use of the skew. If you would do a dedicated skew video that would be awesome.
Using the large muscles relieves fatigue. If you work at the lathe for long periods then trying to muscle the work with your arms & shoulders would leave you exhausted. This is a very smart way to work! Another great video Tomislav!
Awesome as always, very well explained I have learned a lot from this video I'm a newbie to turning and been struggling with the skew, the angle you filmed at was perfect for me to see were I am going wrong. Keep up the good work it's appreciated thank you
Great video. Not just turning beautiful items on the lathe, you explain why and how you are making a cut. Your videos have helped me as I am a beginner turner.
Tomislav, I have been following you from your former workshop, to the renovations and build-out to your new shop. You have significantly improved your lighting and photography. This video is a wonderful summary for new turners and older turners (like me!) on how to position your body and the gouge for a perfect non-catch, ready to finish bowl. You are doing VERY WELL among us turners. Keep up the EXCELLENT videos. Labai aciu (did I get the translation correct?)
I thought I was the only one that chokes my bowl gouge handles! I hold my tools exactly the same when I turn bowls and whatever like spindle turning. ✌🏼👊🏼Happy Turning!
Bonjour Tomislav, Encore une vidéo utile et pas courante sur YT. Ta chaine est vraiment une des plus importante pour l'enseignement du tournage à distance alors un grand merci. As tu des nouvelles pour commander tes outils ? Merci
Excellent - i also hold things far up (not as far up as you) - with my elbow contraction it is just way more comfortable and i have better control. Holding at the base of the handle seems to put way more pressure on my elbow/shoulder. Turning when having a physical disability requires modifications.
Thanks for sharing your techniques. I’ve learned some of this by trial and error but glad learn more from a professional like yourself. Quick question: how do you like the smock you were wearing in the video? Is it too thick for summer use?
Great video thanks. I was also influenced by Stuart Batty amongst and others, when I started turning. One thing in addition which would really enhance your method would be to move the head stock to the right hand end of the bed, and turn off the end.
I really enjoyed the video Tomislav. Very informative. Just wondering what you use to keep your tools so close. I'm always looking to improve in this area. Thanks in advance
Thanks for sharing as usual i learn so much from you i have a question my lathe had no stand i was eye balling your center to the floor.but its hard to tell what do you recommend i want to make a stand.i have it clamped to saw horses but it seems to high
A good rule of thumb is that your headstock spindle should be same height as your bent elbow. Try that as a starting point and modify to suit your personal style.
Great video Tomislav. I would strongly recommend you DO NOT BUY RUBBER MATS! Instead, make duck boards, which are just slats of wood mounted on widely spaced runners. The flex of the wood slats between the runners give you way more comfort than anti fatigue mats. I learned this trick from a Fireball Tool video a few years ago and I haven’t used the other mats since! And you can make them for almost free if you get creative!
Another video that was posted just for me 😅. How much of your technique do you feel is the direct result of training vs. Just the evolution of your own technique?
UA-cam education at its very best. I've been turning for over a decade, and there was plenty here for me to learn or at least think about. Thank you, Tomislav.
neprocjenjivo korisno , poučno i inspirativno ! čak i da nemam ništa od opreme poželio bih krenuti u ovaj " slow dance " s drvetom i nabrušenim alatom jer nakon ove lekcije sve izgleda skladno , čisto i logično . Hvala Tomica za upute i savjete . srdač poz Miro
Ho boy ho boy ho boy, what a revelation for me that 3 points of contact with the Bowl gouge , when I saw you doing that, i ran to be bassement, to try this technique instead of the 2 points of contact, and WOW, so stable, less stretch on my right hand side shoulder when holding the gouge, I'm so glad I Watch your vidéo, Even more glad you showed us all your personnal techniques. Please keep them coming!
The skew section was very helpful. It was something that I have struggled with and couldn’t figure out how high or low to set tool rest. Thanks for the change in view
Your teaching about body movement is really very, very helpful. I wonder why this important aspect is barely mentioned by all the other UA-camrs that try to teach turning...
My Friend, thank you. I really needed this video. At times, I’ve gotten so frustrated/ disappointed in my tools because I felt “THEY” weren’t doing the job. As you’ve shown, it was me, all along, that wasn’t using them as correctly as I should. I always wondered how you were able to get your surfaces so smooth. Thanks again!!!
This makes so much sense. And yet, so many others are either silent on this or zoom in so tight that this subtly is missed. Thank you. This is another “whole body” endeavor.
What an excellent tutorial Tomislav. I have never seen turning from the perspective in a video. Thank you.
Despite being a semi-experienced turner I still enjoyed and found value in this video. Good stuff. Sometimes bad habits can form or you lose sight of a technique or two that really works. Thank you.
You're looking very dapper today! Good to see you are back in form with working lathes! Good tips!
Agree he looks more relaxed and happy in his shop.
Great vidio Tamislav 😊
Thanks
Very informative and explained in a very nice way .
God bless you 🎉
Tomasic, I have probably watched all of your videos for the last couple of years. Every time I watch one I see something new. Your patience, teaching style, and tool control are really inspiring. Before you were on Facebook, each time a new turner appeared looking for assistance, I always referred them to you and Richard. I have so many hours watching you two and applying things that you have shown, I feel like I almost know you. Thank you so very much!!
Tomislov, I do so appreciate you teaching your techniques. They have been so helpful to me. I'll be watching you for a long time. Thank you so very much.
An absolutely wonderful primer on turning. Thank you so much for taking the time to record this and share your expertise with us all!
Fast becoming the best woodturning resource on You Tube!
Thanks for yet another superb instructional video!
Tomas - I use a thick rubber matting from a Camping & Caravan shop to be used in awnings. They come in squares and they interlock and fit easily into odd sized floors. I presume there will be similar shops in your country.🥳
Another superb tutorial, Tomislav. Will definitely keep beginners like me on the right track to mastering the tools and the cuts. Thank you.
Excellent video! Under standing the movement and angles is critical for a good result, not to mention the safety aspect. I’ll refer to this video when I need a refresher…thanks
Great Stuff Tomislav. Always something to learn
Have learned so much from this kind of video that you do. Please keep them coming !!!
Moving your body when turning is referred to by some turners as "doin' the dance." I've learned it is essential to successful turning, especially with some tools like the skew. Thanks so much for sharing your talent and knowledge! 👍🏾
🕶very helpful video. Thanks Tomislav
As usual you’re video’s are simply the best.
Thanks so much for sharing.
Good Job! I turn sitting in my wheelchair. If there are any turners that are in your chair when turning… make a video! I am a pro woodworker. I am now a woodturner. BIG difference, BIG change. I think there are a bunch of us out there? YES! This video helped me a lot. But body language is hard. For those that are in your chairs… I bought my new lathe so I can turn offboard. That way my spine stays in alignment and I am not leaning and turning. I have HUGE pain issues. I NEVER run machinery when taking my meds. I am totally clean and free of all pain medacation when in my shop. Plus I ALWAYS ware my crash helmet. To many cast iron edges to smack my head on. DIG?
Fabulous tutorial Tomislav!! 😁
Thanks Tomislav! It is like a "dance" I found my Tai Chi helps to move smoothly.
This information is so useful I’m saving the video in my UA-cam woodturning videos collection.
I live in a warm climate and I turn barefoot. It’s best for my balance. I’ve known of other turners who do this but most are horrified and warn me not to do it. I’ve been woodworking barefoot for 40 years or so and still have all my toes. I wear anti vibration fingerless gloves to turn or to use angle grinders or chainsaws. They’ve never caused a problem. Everyone has to find what works best for themselves. It’s important to know the rules so that when you break them you understand what you’re doing.
Thank you for another great video, Tomislav. We appreciate them!
Great video by showing the combination of body movement and tool rotation. I have been turn for a while but I am really interested in improving my use of the skew. If you would do a dedicated skew video that would be awesome.
Using the large muscles relieves fatigue. If you work at the lathe for long periods then trying to muscle the work with your arms & shoulders would leave you exhausted. This is a very smart way to work!
Another great video Tomislav!
Thank you Tomislav!
Awesome as always, very well explained I have learned a lot from this video I'm a newbie to turning and been struggling with the skew, the angle you filmed at was perfect for me to see were I am going wrong. Keep up the good work it's appreciated thank you
Great video. Not just turning beautiful items on the lathe, you explain why and how you are making a cut. Your videos have helped me as I am a beginner turner.
Brilliant - learnt so much from this. A view of turning that I hadn't seen before and in such great detail. Thanks, Tomislav
Tomislav, I have been following you from your former workshop, to the renovations and build-out to your new shop. You have significantly improved your lighting and photography. This video is a wonderful summary for new turners and older turners (like me!) on how to position your body and the gouge for a perfect non-catch, ready to finish bowl. You are doing VERY WELL among us turners. Keep up the EXCELLENT videos. Labai aciu (did I get the translation correct?)
Such an excellent channel. Great tips and guidance. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I thought I was the only one that chokes my bowl gouge handles! I hold my tools exactly the same when I turn bowls and whatever like spindle turning. ✌🏼👊🏼Happy Turning!
Bonjour Tomislav,
Encore une vidéo utile et pas courante sur YT. Ta chaine est vraiment une des plus importante pour l'enseignement du tournage à distance alors un grand merci.
As tu des nouvelles pour commander tes outils ?
Merci
Wonderful class…
You are right. It was a fun and informative video. Please consider showing your movements for inside the bowl.
Brilliant video Tomislav especially for a beginners.
Outstanding tutorial!
Thank you so much for this video !!!!
Excellent - i also hold things far up (not as far up as you) - with my elbow contraction it is just way more comfortable and i have better control. Holding at the base of the handle seems to put way more pressure on my elbow/shoulder. Turning when having a physical disability requires modifications.
Thanks doesn,t do you justice. Very ellexplained
Very good tutorial, thanks
Thanks for sharing your techniques. I’ve learned some of this by trial and error but glad learn more from a professional like yourself. Quick question: how do you like the smock you were wearing in the video? Is it too thick for summer use?
Very well done.
Great video thanks. I was also influenced by Stuart Batty amongst and others, when I started turning. One thing in addition which would really enhance your method would be to move the head stock to the right hand end of the bed, and turn off the end.
Great learning video, thank you
Great instructive video, totally unique unlike any others before, thank you
We always learn watching your videos, thank you!
Thanks , very informative and helpful .Have improved my skills greatly by watching your videos!!
Thank you Super Man 😊
Great job. Thank you 😊
You’re a great teacher thank you.
I really enjoyed the video Tomislav. Very informative. Just wondering what you use to keep your tools so close. I'm always looking to improve in this area. Thanks in advance
nice job, thank you
Another great video!❤🕊
Another useful one Tomislav++++++++
Thanks!
Thank you Dan very much 😊
As always great informative video
hello. your videos are really very interesting. what is the sharpening angle that you put on your scrapper. good luck
How did you hold the bowl?
Very good!
Great Video!!
Great video, yes you can teach an old dog new tricks 😅
Thanks for sharing as usual i learn so much from you i have a question my lathe had no stand i was eye balling your center to the floor.but its hard to tell what do you recommend i want to make a stand.i have it clamped to saw horses but it seems to high
A good rule of thumb is that your headstock spindle should be same height as your bent elbow. Try that as a starting point and modify to suit your personal style.
@deltacharlie152 thanks just got the new bearings in set it on the horses and rite where you said it should be that was luck thanks again
Great video Tomislav. I would strongly recommend you DO NOT BUY RUBBER MATS! Instead, make duck boards, which are just slats of wood mounted on widely spaced runners. The flex of the wood slats between the runners give you way more comfort than anti fatigue mats. I learned this trick from a Fireball Tool video a few years ago and I haven’t used the other mats since! And you can make them for almost free if you get creative!
Thanks, excellent video. You're a great teacher!
is the wood you are turning completely dry or rather wet? ? % humidity?
That's a dry bowl rough turned blank.
Another video that was posted just for me 😅. How much of your technique do you feel is the direct result of training vs. Just the evolution of your own technique?
👍👏
Thanks!