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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Most woodturners have children in their lives who would appreciate a hand-turned toy (or several). The projects in Turning Toys can serve as a base for almost limitless variation, so you can put your own stamp on each object you create. Repetition is the key to mastering any craft, so these projects are in part skill-builders that you can repeat and thereby hone your turning techniques. You can get plenty of practice when small kids can't have too many peg dolls, balls, or things on wheels. You'll see ways of salvaging a situation when things go wrong, as they inevitably do when you have a catch or the wood splits. Disasters become design opportunities. The photos and drawings show you what to do, step-by-step; you'll see exactly how the tools are used, how the cutting edge should relate to the surface you're cutting, and how to stand to support and hold the tools so that working at your lathe is a comfortable and pleasurable activity. Few things can be more satisfying than making stuff for people you know, let alone love, especially when you can watch them using and enjoying the products of your labors. This book will bring you many happy and fruitful hours at the lathe creating heirlooms for future generations"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Turn your workshop into one of the happiest places on the planet!</strong> With the guidance of Richard Raffan, the dean of woodturning, and the projects in <em>Turning Toys</em>, you can outdo Santa's elves. Create custom toys right in your own workshop and see the little ones' eyes light up with joy!</p> <p><strong>Have a ball honing your turning techniques.</strong> Repetition is the key to mastering any craft, and these projects are in part skill-builders so you'll continue to refine your skills as you repeat them. You're sure to get plenty of practice because young boys and girls can never have too many peg dolls, balls, or things on wheels. You'll find ways to salvage a situation if, as can happen, there's a catch or the wood splits. Little snafus become big opportunities to get creative and who knows how that will turn out - funny or fabulous, or both!</p> <p><strong>Expert guidance every step of the way.</strong> A delight to look at, <em>Turning Toys</em> is filled with practical advice to help you succeed and enjoy great satisfaction from creating beautiful toys. With over 360 photos and drawings, you'll learn exactly how to use all the tools required, control the cutting edge, and work comfortably at your lathe.</p> <p><strong>Beloved playthings today...handmade heirlooms tomorrow.</strong> <em>Turning Toys</em> will inspire you to try your hand at a variety of wooden toys you won't find in stores: racing cars, wands, stackers, spinning tops, even a handsome croquet set. Get your copy and turn out toys that will delight the children in your life.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Richard Raffan has been internationally acclaimed for both his turning and his teaching. Well known for his gallery-quality production work, he is the author of <i>Turning Wood</i>, <i>Turning Boxes, Turning Bowls, The Art of Turned Bowls, </i> and <i>The Complete Illustrated Guide to Turning</i>. He has also appeared in three feature-length instructional videos, including the best-selling <i>Turning Wood with Richard Raffan.

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