Led by : Smita & Pankaj Bhatt This 4-hour course introduces bowl turning using carbide tools, making it accessible for beginners seeking a controlled and low-maintenance approach. Participants will work through the complete process of turning a small bowl—from mounting a cross-grain blank to shaping, hollowing, and finishing—while focusing on safe operation, grain awareness, and speed control. The session combines demonstrations with supervised hands-on practice to build confidence and clarity.
Bowl Turning
Participants who have basic spindle-turning experience
Woodworkers who want to turn bowls without learning HSS gouge sharpening
Hobbyists and makers exploring functional turning
Anyone preparing for resin bowls, hybrid bowls, or larger turning projects
Safe lathe setup and operation for cross-grain bowl turning
Understanding grain direction and its influence on cutting and surface quality
Mounting methods and forming secure holding points
Exterior shaping, interior hollowing, and maintaining consistent wall thickness
Managing tear-out and achieving clean surfaces
Sanding and finishing techniques suitable for functional bowls
