Classic Woodturning Projects with Bonnie Klein

“Classic Woodturning Projects with Bonnie Klein” is the ideal starting point for anyone curious about woodturning. The book features 20 practical projects that build skills progressively, from introductory pieces to more advanced work including surface treatments and pen creation. Each project is supported by detailed color photographs and clear step-by-step instructions.

What sets this book apart is how Klein structures the learning experience. Rather than front-loading theory, she puts tools in your hands right away and teaches technique through doing. You will learn to avoid common mistakes that frustrate beginners, and each project adds a new skill to your repertoire. The book works equally well for those using a mini lathe or a full-size model, which reflects Klein’s decades of experience teaching turners with different setups and budgets.

If you already have some turning experience and want focused, smaller projects, consider her follow-up “Small Woodturning Projects with Bonnie Klein” instead. But for a true starting point that covers the widest range of skills, this is the book.