One of the most common and well-loved materials in pen turning is CA glue, also known as cyanoacrylate. It’s not just that it is great for gluing pen tubes into wood blanks; it can also be used to stabilize weak wood, create a durable finish and even repair mistakes! So […]
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Many woodturners will tell you that their finish of choice for pen making is cyanoacrylate, commonly known as CA glue. CA glue creates a hard, durable and glossy finish while enhancing the grain and sheen of the wood. It’s accomplished by building up very thin layers of CA glue and […]
If you’re working away on a wood turning project and discover cracks or holes, don’t panic. When it comes to exotic wood, especially unstabilized burl, you never know what you’re going to get. You might find a range of inclusions, fissures, bark or gaps. These details aren’t necessarily a bad […]
Have you ever come into possession of an absolutely stunning and unique piece of wood and thought of the perfect project to use it for, only to discover there is a crack, gap or hole in the worst possible place? Worry not! This is where inlaying comes to the rescue! […]
Mistake #1 : Improperly Squaring Up Pen Blanks Why is there a gap between my pen kit and barrel? One of the most common mistakes when it comes to turning pens is improperly squaring up the ends of your pen blanks. There are a few ways that a pen blank […]
While many pen turners have a stash of CA glue in their toolbox, not many know about the incredible versatility this glue has up its sleeve. Whether you find a crack in your nearly-finished pen blank or need to ensure your project’s long-term durability, CA glue will certainly come to […]
Looking for your Cyanoacrylate glue to go the extra mile? We get it. CA glues are absolutely necessary when it comes to pen turning, but they aren’t always cheap. That’s why we’ve got the best tips to make those bottles of precious glue last as long as they can without […]