Overview:

We are offering access to our new Woodturning Studio in the Portobello Tool Library!

What to expect?

During the woodturning studio session you will have access to a dedicated lathe and associated tools.

You will be joined by other members in a friendly space of learning, sharing and practising. You will work on a woodturning project of your own choosing.

If you're looking for some ideas to get started, we have a few examples that the volunteer leading the session will be happy to chat to you about.

Please note:

Our volunteer is on hand to help keep you safe and answer questions, however these sessions are not taught classes and independent work is expected.

🪵 We have some hardwood available by donation. You may need to process this into a suitable blank yourself.

🥽 PPE (woodturning face-shield) is available for all lathe users. Please use this at all times when in front of an operational lathe.

What we expect from you

We expect all members, volunteers and staff to follow and uphold our shared Code of Conduct.
Always ask the lead volunteer if you are unsure of anything, and always listen to them - they’re there to help you.
Follow instructions to use machines safely (this includes always having the face-shield down when using the machine, tying long hair back, not wearing loose clothing or jewellery, and turning the lathe off when not in use).
Have fun, be kind, and stay safe!

Contact the host of Book a Lathe @ Our Porty Community Woodturning Studio