Ron Hampton takes the reader through all the steps necessary to apply beautiful veneer inlays to handsome turned wooden objects, including the lid of a box, the bottom of a bowl or platter, the top of a bowl, and even into the edge band around a tall round glass vase. Over 300 detailed color photographs illustrate the succinct, step-by-step instructions. Also included are vital safety instructions, a complete list of tools, and a listing of both turned wooden shapes and veneer inlays required. With this book in hand, woodturners, ranging from novice to expert, will have all the information they need to add the vital finishing touches to transform their turned objects into turned art.

With clear, concise instructions and 345 detailed photos, Ron Hampton takes the reader through every step required to turn and finish wooden works of art on the mini-lathe. Eight separate projects are turned and finished here, including a cherry goblet, several mushrooms, a turquoise bowl inlay, potpourri pot, leather Indian pot, stone bowl, Hawaiian bowl, and an ornamental bird house. A gallery of other designs is provided for inspiration. Every tool required is listed and explained along with a variety of tool rests. Tool sharpening techniques are discussed and valuable safety tips are provided. This book is perfect for the beginning and intermediate wood turner and will provide valuable ideas for those more advanced.