In segmented woodturning, the object is first constructed in rough form by gluing together many segments of wood, then turned to its final shape on the lathe. This allows the use of different species, control of grain orientation, and the addition of geometric figure to the piece. I often use veneer of contrasting color between segments or between rings.
- The segments are cut out on the bandsaw and sanded to fit.
- Then they’re glued into rings
- Then the rings are glued together into a stack.
- The final “rough” form is mounted on the lathe for final turning.