The Absolute Best Beginner's Guide to Using a Lathe
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- Leah's give a complete overview for beginner woodworkers, on how to set up and use a lathe to turn wood.
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I love the fact that she does not assume you know anything about a lathe. A perfect beginners guide!
Very helpful. Just got a lathe and looking forward to using it! Looking for ideas on what a lathe can create in terms of practical application.
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All of Leah’s videos are like this. She’s an excellent teacher.🙂
@@toonybrain EAsily one of the best on YT.
Absolutely Amazing !
The appeal of a crafts person willing to share their knowledge and skills with a neophyte is so uplifting.
Leah is so nurturing and warm-hearted in her tutorial.
May I have some more please ?
You are a natural born teacher! Thank you for all your videos.
One of the best "how to" lessons on TH-cam to date. I'd travel from the UK to experience a lesson from you. Really informative and not confusing. Thank you. Keep safe.
You are truly the most amazing personality on TH-cam .... you always cheer me up because your have such a great way of communicating to people and you're so kind .. thank you for telling me I can do it!!! I will always appreciate your kindness !!!
thank you so much, it means a lot!
You're the "Mr. Rodgers" of TH-cam!!! (Minus the sweater and sneakers!) :-) Welcome to my neighborhood!! It's a beautiful day in the See Jane Drill neighborhood!!!
I so agree with you. Wonderful person and instructor
Hard to express but I really appreciate your skills and ability to convey ideas. Great teacher and seemingly very thorough with tips, safety and otherwise. Thank you : )
@DR Dan 3 years late, but thanks for this hint about diy carbide gouges on SeeJaneDrill channel. Can you tell me more, please? Did you adapt another tool and add a carbide bit? Or build from scratch? Thanks!
I have just started lathe work. It's loads of fun! I made rolling pins for gifts. But we borrowed gouges... so I need a set.
How do you manage to make everything look so easy? You have a way of simplifying all of your topics to make them all seem actually doable without ever talking down to us or sounding condescending. Your experience and knowledge levels are impressive and your communication style is so welcoming and encouraging. As always, thank you for sharing this with us.
thanks, Linda, as always, I appreciate your comments!
She is very easy to listen to. Easy to concentrate on what she is saying. I like her teaching style.
The video, the commentary, the lady, all pure class! Thank you for posting!
I LOVE HOW YOU TALK AND EXPLAIN THINGS
I love her almost as much as i love mr trump
This was "The absolute best beginners guide to using a lathe" !!!!
:)
JeNetty75 exsctly my thought. I am not a beginner, i do woodworking, masonry, welding so on. I know what is lathe, i know what is for, but i never had the need to have one and never worked with it. When i want to learn something new, i want to see the and start from the very very basic. I want somebody to explain it to me like never seen that thing before, or i have no idea what is that for. Later off course i move on, but i think Leah's channel is like a startup-pro
I have never owned or used a lathe. I am retired and saw some bowl turning videos. A friend suggested I start with a mini lathe so I finally found your site. I liked how you explain things like I am a 5 year old. I like how you actually show how things are done on film. I like how you explain every little detail because for this I really need to be treated as a 5 year old. I will be watching a lot of your videos just trying to learn for now. I really appreciate your time and patience. What brands do you suggest? A friend suggested Grizzly, another just said look on ebay, one said check out harbor freight. I did not even know there were companies that built something like this! Maybe you answer these questions in your videos. Thank you anyway, I'll be watching!
Uh oh, thought I was replying to see jane drill! sorry!
Hands down she’s got the best carpentry channel on TH-cam
She’s on my Mount Rushmore right next to Bob Villa
Well I am convinced to get back to doing this work. Haven't toughed a lathe in 35 years, looking forward to getting back to it.
Thank you for the simple and effective video on how to use a wood lathe. I started my journey and haven’t looked back. Keep rocking the lathe!!
As always, love your positive attitude and the way you break intimidating things down without making us feel stupid.
thanks, Nelli!
AMEN
Leah, I’m a turner. Have been for about six years now. I love it.
This was a great introduction to turning. Your gentle way of explaining everything was easy to understand and absorb. Just the basics without enough to overwhelm. Hopefully it will give folks the encouragement they need to give it a try.
I always enjoy your videos. You seem like such a sweet, kind lady.
Keep up the good work!
Every time I watch one of her videos I find my self saying out loud " I love you Leah" what an awesome human
Just got a lathe for Christmas. The instructions were so basic that they were little to no help at all. I learned so much just from this video AND got even more excited about getting started. THANK YOU for your help and the ease with which you teach!!!
It's like Mr. Rogers came back as a woodworker.
LOL true dat
Definitely!
I’m very interested in wood turning. Can you do more videos on this? Please.
*thatz* beautify said. (My grandfather was his golf buddy for decades in Chapel Hill)
Yes, but that is why I LOVE her. I always go to her when I am actually intimidated by a new tool. I need someone to talk to me like I am a scared little kid...because I sort of am.
Hey Leah,
This was an excellent tutorial on lathes! It gives me a new appreciation and desire to use this tool now that you have shown the basics. Also like the idea of recycling. You are a great teacher! Keep the videos coming.
Bill
Thank you Leah. You are very ingenious. I appreciate you showing folks about a wood lathe, its parts and their names and the principle behind the operation of it. I was a lucky kid, in that my Dad had a little home DIY shop and raised me in it. He traded something and got a little wood lathe and had me trained in its use, well before graduating elementary school. I made matching lamps, handles, and such. When I got married and was moving our stuff, I accidentally dropped my wifes Mothers table lamp and it busted. I stuck it together enough to measure it and glued up a chunk of wood and, with my new wife there with me, I turned a lamp base, just like the one I had broken and drilled it and put all the busted one's hardware into it and gave it to her and told her, "this one wont break !" She love it and asked how long I had been doing this type craft. When I told her I had been doing this stuff from 8 years old, she was amazed. I had a good teacher. Thanks again, Leah.
Thank you Jane for a great beginner lathe class explained simply. I am a beginner at 64 years old and you are an inspiration.
Love ur vids. The tips and tricks you teach is something no-one else bothers with.
thank you so much!
A pizza cutter ! Whooda thunk? Leah you're a national treasure. Thanks.
you're welcome, and thank you, that is very kind of you to say!
Thank you so much! I have become obsessed with diamond painting and as such now I have become obsessed with the resin pens that can get fancy. I've already bought blanks discovered I don't like whittling then that's not the right tool and then becoming increasingly obsessed with the lathe. You make it look like an awful fun rabbit hole to go down ❤️❤️❤️
The way she talks and demonstrates things reminds me of 90's home renovation/repair shows. Great stuff.
You are amazing!
My brother was a gunsmith and turned his own stocks. He built the most beautiful Kentucky Long Rifles. They were truly works of art. I’ve watched him in amazement as he took a block of wood, that he searched long & hard for, and turn it into a beautiful gun stock. He passed away & I have his lathe.
I”ve wanted to learn to use it for a while now. Thanks to you I will.
Leah, love your video, and it's so good to see a woman woodturner ; ) Everything explained for a beginner...
THANK YOU Leah!! My husband has his father's lathe and I've been so interested in using it. You've given me the confidence to try it out!
Just about to buy my first lathe to expand the products I offer my customers. I have to say this is by far the best produced and informative videos I have seen on this subject. Thank you!
I'm a woodworker going on 3 or 4 years now. The one thing I haven't done yet is turning. I'm surprised I've gone this far in the hobby without giving it a shot. Well, my neighbor recently passed and his widow asked if I'd like to take a look at his tools. I had no idea he was a woodworker! I walk in and there sat a JET 16X42 EVS lathe. I bought it of course! I've been watching videos for a few days trying to get an idea of what I need and how to proceed. This is BY FAR the best beginning lathe/turning video I've found! Sometimes people forget that for those of us starting out we really don't know anything at all. Thanks for going over the lathe, how it works and the centers on either side. She couldn't find the centers and I wasn't sure which type to buy. I know how to get started now. Thanks!
You are a great teacher very clear and good shots thank you!
I can’t help but love you, Leah. This was another enlightening and inspiring video. Coincidentally, lathes have been on my mind lately as I work on making a workshop for myself, and lo, this one shows up in my TH-cam feed. Excellent!
Leah thank you your beginner's guide helped me a lot. I am 63 year old woman and I love doing wood work , but I need to watch a couple times to learn because I never wooded with a lathe but always wanted to.
3 years on and this video is still massively helpful. I have essentially zero wood work experience, last time I did wood work was in highschool so I can use a bansaw, drop saw and drill press as well as some belt and disk sanders... But I've not had access to any of those tools in years.
My decision to look a getting a lathe has been an exercise in frustration till finding this video! So many other videos assume the viewer has knowledge I just didn't have. You really do treat viewers like absolute beginners!
Thankyou you utter legend!
I love watching your videos! So inspiring even though I don't plan on working with wood but when I do I know I have your videos to guide me through anything. Love your positivity! I can do this!
Thank you! I've been trying to dive into turning, but the basics were a mystery to me; not any more!
Thank you so much!
This was beyond helpful! I just purchased my first lathe and have spent the last few days looking at videos. After watching this, I finally feel as though I have the proper knowledge to start my first piece.
I have found myself fixing so many things with Leah, she's seriously helped me so many times. Love these videos!
Love the videos and that positive vibe!
thanks! :)
Thanks for that introduction to working a wood lathe. I enjoyed that.
I left my first turning class today feeling so discouraged. Not all those who can do, can/should teach...that was the case in my class today. I am feeling re-energized after watching your video. Thank you!
Nice guide. It has been 40 years since I turned on a wood lathe, and this looks like a good start to getting back on
WOW!!! I've been wanting to use a lathe for a long time. Sadly, I haven't been able to find anyone to show me (I'm a girl so God forbid I even LOOK at a guy's tool), nor found any books/videos that I felt truly helped. They were good for educating myself on how tos, safety, etc., but none that made me feel like I was ready.
I stumbled on your channel when I saw your 'find tools cheap' video and loved your advice about taking a closer look. It was so refreshing to FINALLY find videos that are not only educational and highly informative, but also easy to understand, follow, and not feel stupid or talked down to. Not to mention enjoyable to watch! (I've already been watching your videos for almost three hours and it doesn't feel like it! Lol)
Because of you, I finally have the confidence I need to start using a lathe. Thank you SO much! Looking forward to learning more from you. 😃
There are some fantastic female makers on TH-cam proving that indeed females are more than capable of doing anything they want.
Don't let anyone tell you that you can't or shouldn't do something because of your gender. If you want to do it just you go for it.
eximiusrectus Find a local woodturners club. They will tutor you and encourage you enthusiastically. We have quite a few female members in our club who are avid and talented turners.
I want to see more videos please ,you are so good teaching, thanks Leah u r amazing.
Love it, my wife got me a mini 8x12 lathe for my 65th Birthday and we'll never used one before, so this really help me getting familiar with my lathe... can't wait to try it....👍
What a great video. I am a retired cabinetmaker of 35 years with a second career as a Wood Working Teacher in a New Haven Ct. High School. I could not imagine a better presentation1 Wonderful.
high School
Thanks Leah! Lathes are so cool. I wish I had one!
Hey Jason! yeah, they are pretty cool.
Great Video!
I loved the end result!
thank you very much!
ABSOLUTELY the best video for beginners! I love that she explains everything in simple terms!! 😊
Leah, Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make these videos - I know that I and many many others truly appreciate them and have learned a ton from them. If there is ever anything you need help with - I would be happy to volunteer my time; I can do web design, graphic design, video editing/compositing, sound composition and a few other things.
Joe, I may take you up on that offer. I'll be in touch.
I look forward to hearing from you, Leah! Let me know if you need my email.
Hey Joe, Can you send me your email address. My email address is in the video description. Your offer is much appreciated.
Leah, I just have one thing to say: I love you!
God bless.
:)
I can add nothing to the compliments posted below. This woman is a gem. Thank you, Leah.
ThIs is Brian Carlisle... My son and I were just given a lathe. I have not used one since high school wood shop (I am 43 now). We really appreciated how methodical and informative Ms. Leah’s video was. We will definitely be watching more of them. We just cannot wait to get to work and experiment! Thank you!
Being a wood turner I feel that your tool rest was adjusted a bit to high. Generally for most lathe tools the tool rest should be set so the cutting edge of the tool is in line with the center of the wood blank with the handle parallel as you stated. Reason: If you should get a catch, the turning wood will did deeper into the tool because the wood is still coming towards you. With the tool at the center, if you get a catch, the wood is turning away from you at that point and the less tragic it will be. A lot of videos on lathes on youtube. Appreciate you clear explanations in all you videos. Nice job.
Hello Dwight, thanks for commenting. Interestingly, someone asked earlier if the tool rest was positioned on the center-line. I explained that it was, however, the camera angle distorted this. Nevertheless, I appreciate you explaining to the community the importance of tool rest position to prevent catches.
I’m a basic woodworker whose just acquired my dad’s lathe. I have been intimidated by it but now feel ready to move forward. Thanks, Leah.
I just saw this video because I'm looking at buying a small lathe, and remembered how awesome you are! I've seen a few of your videos and have always appreciated your no nonsense approach. . You uploaded this video a few years ago, but I wanted to make sure and let you know that it still helps woodworkers! I've been woodworking for the past year, but I am new to the lathe. Your video on the lathes cuts through the BS, and actually helps. Thank you! 11/10
Another great video to take away the stress of knowing “I can do this”. I bought a lathe at an auction a couple weeks ago with all the tools. Yes, I would like more videos of turning of possible small gifts to make and sell.
The way you speak, the way you explain and the way you demonstrate is simply amazing. You have a new subscriber!
You have such a great relaxed and confident attitude that is perfect for a shop teacher. Thank you for making this video.
It's like if my kindergarten teacher taught woodshop. What a delightfully wholesome person.
You are one of the most natural educators I’ve ever encountered, and I’m a teacher myself. Very well done!
Thank you so much Leah for your insight!! As a fellow woman woodworker, wanting now how to use a lathe, I can't thank you enough! Peace and stay safe!
Natural born teacher! Best tutorial I have seen and I will continue to watch...
Well , I'm new to this - inherited an old lathe . Many years of hard work but it still runs like a new one - your video was a HUGE help !!! Thank you Leah !!! You've lit the fire - now I'm gonna run with it .
Very enjoyable for a person who just purchased his first lathe and needed the very basics in a helpful, step-by-step manner. Thanks.
i love the way that she said " you can do it " thank you ma'am, hopefully good things come to you always.
I cannot express how much I enjoyed watching this. Fantastic teacher!!
I am new to turning, and I've watched a lot of videos. Yours are absolutely by far the best! Thank you, Christina
This is a great video. I watched it several months ago before purchasing my lathe. Then it came in, I set it up and I could not get it to work right. So, my lathe sat there, and finally, I figured I spend a lot of money on the lathe and accessories and I need to figure it out or give it away. I came across your video again it, and was encouraged to try again, and I got it to work. I cannot think you enough for all your great videos.
You are so very cool and watching your videos gave me the confidence to go after it with my new lathe - I love the way you walk it step by step and learned so much from you - thank you so much and God bless you
Looking for all the videos I haven’t seen and eating them UP! You make my day, EVERY day!
Leah, I have been a woodworker for more than 40 years but never had an occasion to work on or the need to purchase a lathe. Well, I just recently purchased a medium quality lathe to start making the usual, bowls, handles and the odd small turning projects. As luck would have it, I happened upon your video for beginners on lathes. I am so glad I did as you taught me a lot of things I had questions about. You come across as friendly and not a "know it all," as some other instructional videos tend to do. I have subscribed to your videos and am looking forward to watching many of them.
Regards
Hands down best newbie DIY channel . She doesn't drone on endlessly, knows what info is most relevant and has the very rare ability to explain things in a way that doesn't make you feel stupid.
I have been turning for about a year now, and am self taught. Wish you had made this video a year ago, it is the best video to help a newby to get started turning. You're an excellent teacher.
thanks, Tom!
Thank you for a great video explaining the basics of lathe work. Your presentation skills are great, and I am looking forward to learning more and getting started.
When you look back over the course of your life, you find that you remember the teachers who reached you - who helped you understand or see something in a new way. You are one of those teachers. I' m a 54 year old police officer who wants to start wood turning, so I found your video. I'm so glad I watched it. A Good teacher open doors, empowers, and succeeds in giving you a gift that he or she saw in you, and so you have it for life. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Officer Peter Harris
Thank you, Leah. Total newbie here interested in getting into wood turning. Couldn't find a true beginner's guide until now. Keep up the inspiring work!
Like many, wish I'd had these vids when I was first starting out in DIY. Better late than never, though, and now binge watching to see what I've missed. A lot of people have the information in their heads but it's only a few who can transfer that information through teaching.
I've lost count of how many times some project has been pissing me off, then I come here and not only do I get great tips but I get cheered right up.
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You are so good! Not only at "turning". But more importantly, TEACHING turning. Thank You!
You are such a natural presenter and easy to listen to! I look forward to watching more of you :)
I’m so excited to start.
Thank you for speaking in a way I can understand and for encouraging me to just play around and see what my lathe does.😊
You're an excellent teacher for someone like me. Thank you for taking away a LOT of intimidation about the lathe.
I love the way you talk and explain things. I wish all my teachers taught like you
I'm so excited you have done this video, as my daughter bought me a lathe for Christmas. I would love to see more beginners videos please Leah.
Thanks again Leah,it's been years since I've been able to use a lathe... elementary wood shop,and high-school I loved it. Again and again I've always wanted to have a nice shop for myself. Maybe one day 🙂
I just purchased the exact model you used and I've never used one before! Your video was excellent and I learned what some of the pieces actually do and where they go as well as how to safety start turning! I would like to see any more of your videos on turning. I'll keep my eyes peeled!!
This is just what I needed! Thank you for the details. Nothing is obvious to someone who is learning.
Just got a lathe for my birthday ... had NO idea what to do with it ....... NOW I DO!! ... Thank You
Still watching and appreciating this video - thanks very much for posting!
I have just ordered a little wood lathe as I am retired I thought it would be something to do I have used a lathe before many years ago but I did enjoy looking at this you are doing a good job Jane keep up the good work.
Picking up my lathe today! First timer here. Great video for beginners like myself! Thank you!
Thank you, Leah! You showed me information I really needed for getting started with my new mini lathe! You're very clear and specific and the camera is always right on the work, not somewhere to the side as in some videos. Super instruction video!
Thank you Leah, your lesson was very informative. No matter how long you have been wood turning, you never cease to learn more. I am watching from the most southern central part of the UK halfway between Southampton and Portsmouth. I will subscribe to your channel. Stay safe and well.
Thank you so much - this is the best tutorial on explaining the basics. I am now educated so much more and won't feel so intimidated when I start.
Out of all the videos on youtube about using a lathe, yours are BY FAR THE BEST! Thank You and thank you for putting me in a good mood. :)
🙂
You are just what I was looking for. I am 70 years old and have been wanting to learn turning forever.
good luck.....it's a lot of fun!
I absolutely love her. Very good at explaining details and a great speaking voice!!!
This is extremely well done and useful. I have used a lathe since I was a kid but never had formal instruction. Things I never knew about were different speeds, angle of the tool, height of the tool rest.... Thank you very much!
OMG… you are the best instructor. I bought my Jet and I was afraid to go “do it”. I watched you and I’m going to go out there right now!! Thank you so much. You are so clear!
I’m happy to report that I did it!! I made a spindle out of a rectangular piece of wood! Yeah. Thank you
No one on TH-cam has the knack for explaining the basics like you do.
Thanks for all of your helpful advice.
you're very welcome, Eddie!
Never in a million years would I have said "I want to use a lathe", never had, didn't know how .But watching this video makes me want to try it. Thank you Leah, for another great how-to lesson!
you're welcome, Sally, glad you liked it!