WTSWMO holds monthly meetings the 4th Saturday of each month.
Note: due to scheduling issues, Aug 16 and Oct 18 are 3rd Saturdays.
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Next Monthly Meeting
New Location
Darr Agricultural Center
2401 S. Kansas Expressway
(Just South of FedMed)
(Just North of the Sunset Pedestrian Bridge)
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9 am: Meet and Greet
10 am: Meeting
We hope you will join us Saturday, April 19th as we welcome Don Banning who will help us slay the skew. Don is a long-time member of WTSWMO who is widely recognized for his skew skills. In this presentation, he will walk us through the basic approach for safe skew turning. Eat and greet social time starts at 9:00, and the meeting starts at 10:00 a.m. See you then!
May Challenge
There is no challenge for April, but the May challenge has already been announced.
Theme: Flowers
Anything you like that says flowers to you.
Challenge pieces are to be turned specifically for this event. 3 levels – beginner, intermediate, advanced – with cash prizes.
March Wrap-up
Here are some links to the items Jeff discussed during his excellent demonstration at the March meeting. (Note: Jeff has NO AFFILIATIONS with these companies.
Segment Pro software – This is the software used to design the bowl. It then gives you a 3D representation of the bowl for you to view. When satisfied, you can then print out a cut list with angles and sizes for every piece.
Rubber Chuckie live center cone – These are premium silicone products. Note, link is to the the product Jeff was using. However, you may wish to browse this site as it has many fascinating items.
Wedgie Sled – The sled is used with table saw to cut your pieces. As mentioned, the new sled does not require wedgies as there are indexed pin holes to set the perfect angle every time, once the sled is positioned (one-time process). NOTE: Wedgie sleds can be made at home. Search google for DIY wedgie sled and you will find many options.
Wedgies – There are many sources for wedgies, but for convenience, here is a link. These can be made, but Jeff recommends that unless you have a 3D printer or CNC you would be better off purchasing them. These need to be durable and highly accurate to get the best results. Esty has some lower priced options.
Titebond II Premium Wood Glue – Jeff recommends this glue as it has a relatively quick curing time, seems to stain the wood less, is water soluble, and readily available. He recommends AGAINST water soluble glues in functional pieces that may come into contact with moisture (Example: Original Titebond). He also recommends against any type of CA glue (“super glue”) due to its brittleness and lack of shear resistance.
Upcoming Events
2025 Monthly meetings:
Apr 19, May 24, Jun 28, Jul 26, Aug 16*, Sep 27, Oct 18*, Nov 22, Dec TBA
*3rd Saturdays
Turning Events
Springfield ArtsFest: May 3, 4 (Set-up May 2)
Regional/National Symposia
Midwest PenTurners Association Gathering, Chicago. April 11-12
AAW National Symposium, June 12-15
SWAT, August 22-24
Nick Cook, Tulsa – Demo April 26. Classes available
Open Turning Tuesday
Description: OTT is a come and go anytime event from 5-8 each Tuesday, and is a great way to meet fellow turners, swap secrets, learn a few tricks of the trade, and maybe even have a cookie or cinnamon roll. All are welcome; you do not need to be a member to visit. Click address below for directions.
Clubhouse Location
3441 N Kossen Ln
Springfield MO
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