Jim Jacobs started woodturning more than 40 years ago in high school, but quit in short order. “I wasn’t having fun,” says Jacobs, from Hastings, Minnesota. “My teacher, lathe and tools were not that ...

Why safety matters: A spinning lathe can be dangerous without proper precautions. Wearing a face shield, securing hair and clothing, and checking wood for defects are essential first steps. Choosing ...