West Michigan Woodturners is an association of woodturners of all skill levels from beginners to advanced turners. The club is focused on education and advancing the art and science of turning all forms on lathes. We periodically offer an introductory class for beginning turners. At the monthly meetings demonstrations by either club members or invited speakers allow turners of all levels to advance their skills. Please browse our site to see what we are doing and contact us if you have any questions.
September 12th, 2026 Meeting
The meeting starts at 9:30AM sharp, arrival time starts at 8:30 AM in person and 9:00AM via Zoom. We will meet in the Community Room of the Big Rock Community Church, 3140 N. 3rd St., Kalamazoo (Oshtemo) MI 49009.
As usual there will be lots of coffee, some sweet treats and many of your friends to chat with.
Remember, your donations for the Raffle table are much appreciated! They also are a source of supplies and turning wood for many of our members. Please take the time and effort to keep your donations coming. A BIG THANK YOU.
Also, bring your latest turnings to share with the members in “Show and Tell” segment of the club. This is also a good time to bring any questions to the group on any current project you’re having trouble with or would like help with.
Demonstration:
The September meeting demonstration will be Barb Buck – Chip Carving a Rolling Pin.
Chip carving on a rolling pin transforms a simple turned cylinder into a decorative or functional piece of folk art. Soft hardwoods or stable fine-grained woods like basswood work best to execute clean geometric or rosette chip patterns around a curved surface.
