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Lessons I’ve Learned About Drying Wood From Losing More Wood Than Anyone I Know

Posted on February 8, 2026 by Ed Pretty

I thought I would take the time to share a few random thoughts about drying wood. I’ve learned a ton about what not to do from my own misguided efforts as well as heeding the sound wisdom of others. The … Continue reading →

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Bowl Turning Tips & Tricks

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Ed Pretty

Originally written by Ed for Craftsy as “Bowl Turning Tips & Tricks” The title works for this one, so I kept it. Turning a bowl can be a challenge no matter what your level of expertise, but as long as you set … Continue reading →

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Preparing Bowl Blanks

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Ed Pretty

Originally written by Ed for Craftsy as “All About Turning Blanks: The Starting Point for Every Woodturning Project” Anything turned on a lathe started out as a “blank.” Turning blanks come in various forms, but either way you cut the … Continue reading →

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