Featured Turning Project

Turning a Baby Cradle
by JoHannes Michelsen

Most turners know or are aware of JoHannes Michelsen. He is the woodturner who pioneered the modern turned hat. His cowboy styled hats (Range Rider) are famous all around the world.

JoHannes has taught 100's of turners how to make these hats. He has also demonstrated his techniques and explained his custom hat jigs in both symposiums and club meetings.

In this project, he once again shows us his skill set in both woodworking and woodturning and his creative, out of the box thinking. The project is a baby cradle for his new grandson.

JoHannes takes us through all the steps needed to create the legs, the base, the spindles and the rails. Then he assembles the crib using these components to make one of the most stunning cradles we've ever seen!

You may never made a cradle yourself but following this project will give you a great appreciation of the work and dedication that were involved in making this baby cradle and family heirloom.

Turning a Baby Cradle

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