Woodturning Course
WOODTURN
Woodturning Course
Learn a new skill or build your woodturning skills and confidence at Turners Retreat!
Held at our store in Harworth, near Doncaster, this is an instructional two-day hands-on course with our woodturning tutor, Mick Hanbury. No prior knowledge is needed on this course. Suitable for people of all abilities - from the very beginner right up to the advanced woodturner.
Over...
Pen Turning Course
PENTURN
Pen Turning Course
Learn a new skill or develop an existing one at Turners Retreat!
Held at our store in Harwoth, near Doncaster, this is a one-day hands on course with our pen turning tutor, Mick Hanbury. No prior knowledge is needed on this course but having done some woodturning is an advantage.
If you would like to try turning for the first time, we recommend participating in the Woodturning...
Pyrography Course
PYROGRAPHY
Enter the world of pyrography at Turners Retreat!
Held at our store in Harworth, near Doncaster, this is a one-day hands on course with our pyrography tutor, Kez Halliday (Instagram: @spiritandbear). This course is suitable for beginners wishing to have a safe and enjoyable introduction into a new hobby, but with the ability to tailor the course to help you advance from a novice to a more experienced...
Pen Making Starter Kit
PMSK
This is the perfect way for anyone wishing to begin making pens and pencils.
Our starter kit provides you with everything required to get you going and gives you a great saving in the process.
The only things you will need to provide as this stage are your tools and your lathe.
The kit comes complete with
1 MT or 2 MT Evolution Pen Mandrel
5 x Everyman Pen Kits
Pen Turning DVD -...
3 Piece Mini Carbide Turning Tool Set
CTT1
Our Mini Carbide Turning Tools feature a replaceable and rotatable cutter that eliminates the hassle and downtime of sharpening. Simply rotate the carbide cutter for a fresh, sharp edge, and replace it once all available edges have grown dull. The solid carbide cutting edges stay sharper, longer when compared to steel. The handles are turned from fine, solid ash, and are ergonomic with moulded rubber...
Wall Mounted Tool Rack
LRACK
Ergonomically designed, premium quality tool storage. The Deluxe Wall Tool Rack by Robert Sorby is ideal for storing your tools proudly and safely in the workshop.
Strong steel construction with a powder coat finish. Holds tools safely with no chance of them falling out. Remove and return tools to and from the rack with a simple one hand operation.
Perfect for all workshop and education use
Stores...
Carousel Tool Rack
LRACKC
Ergonomically designed, premium quality tool storage. The Carousel Tool Rack by Robert Sorby is ideal for wood turning clubs and demonstrations, where portability is key.
Strong steel construction with a powder coat finish. Holds tools safely with no chance of them falling out. Remove and return tools to and from the rack with a simple one hand operation.
Safe and secure bench rack
Stores...
Turners Retreat Woodturning Smock
SMOCK
This zip fronted smock has two generous back pockets to keep items safely out of the way but always close at hand. There is also a left sleeve pencil pocket.
Velcro cuffs and neckband give added comfort. These smocks allow for a sweater to be worn underneath during winter whilst remaining cool in summer.
Sizes available:
Medium: 48" chest
Large: 50" chest
X Large: 52"...
Robert Sorby Woodturning Smock
9011
Robert Sorby Smock.
Sizes available:
Medium: 46" chest
Large: 48" chest
X Large: 50" chest
XX Large: 52" chest
PRO-TEK G3 Chuck Bundle
G3PTB
From the innovators of the original woodturning chuck comes the next generation of chucks – the new PRO-TEK series self centering chucks and jaws deliver the next generation of innovation in woodturning.
PRO-TEK SuperNOVA2 Chuck Bundle
SN2PTB
The new and improved PRO-TEK SuperNOVA2 chuck is an upgraded version of the popular NOVA SuperNOVA2 chuck. The chuck body is finished with a high-quality coating for a rust-resistant surface. The powerful gearing grip delivers tremendous slide holding power offering solid, vibration free performance, each time you turn.
The PRO-TEK series of chucks are compatible with the same accessory range as...
Universal Drill Press Laser
WL133
This Universal Drill Press Laser projects a thin set of cross-hairs onto your drill press table precisely where the drill bit will contact the work piece. It allows the user to quickly position and clamp the work piece in place, so that the hole is drilled exactly where needed. This eliminates the need to repeatedly lower the bit to the surface and align the tip of the bit to the desired hole location.
The...
SteadyPro Turning System
LRSSTEADYPRO
The Robert Sorby SteadyPro is a very easy to use jig that gives additional tool support when hollowing as well as many other woodturning operations.
The versatile SteadyPro fits a wide range of woodturning lathes by utilising the stems from the Robert Sorby modular tool rest system. The easy to adjust cantilever action of the clamping rollers, ensures the optimum control for a large selection of...
Five Piece Micro Hollowing Tool Set
A47HS
47HS Five Piece Micro Hollowing Tool Set
A combination set offering miniature hollowing tools and fine round skew chisels for spindle and detailing work.
Set includes:
Bedan
Curved Scraper
Hollowing Tool
1/8" Round Skew
1/4" Round Skew
Beginner Palm and Knife Set
KN600
The Flexcut beginner palm and knife set is a great way to get started in this rewarding craft. It includes the most popular palm tools and knives from the Flexcut range. Each tool is supplied razor sharp and ready to use.
Set includes KN12 Cutting Knife, KN13 Detail Knife, FR307 V Tool and FR306 Gouge.
Dr Kirk's Micro Magic Polishing Wax
DKMM
Dr. Kirk’s Micro Magic is an easy 3 step system that works its magic in only minutes leaving you with a perfect surface without the hassle of wet sanding.
Pointed Tip Brush Set
675298
Pure bristle with natural wooden handles.For finishing work, painting and priming.Tip sizes from 1mm-12mm.
Spirit Stain Rainbow Samples
CSSS
Chestnut Products Spirit Stain Samples: Rainbow Colours
Contains 1 x 25ml sample bottle of each of the following colours.
Blue
Green
Orange
Purple
Red
Royal Blue
Yellow
White
Black
Stains can be inter-mixed to produce a colour of your fancy. Stains are fade resistant, quick drying and are non-grain rising.
Wood Spirit Stain Sample Pack
CSSSW
Chestnut Products Spirit Stain Samples: Natural Wood
Contains 1 x 25ml sample bottle of each of the following colours.
Antique Mahogany
Antique Pine
Brown Mahogany
Dark Jacobean
English Walnut
Golden Oak
Light Mahogany
Mid Oak
Red Mahogany
Rosewood
Teak
Yew
Stains can be inter-mixed to produce a shade of your fancy.
Stains are fade resistant, quick drying and are...
Jo Sonja Iridescent Paint
JSIP
Jo Sonja's beautiful micaceous-based colours are for artists and crafters who wish to add a touch of glamour or glitter to a piece, such as the translucent glow of an angel's wings, a butterfly, a fish or the brilliant iridescent shimmer on a mallard drake's neck. Simply mix the iridescent colours directly into your paints or apply after decorating to highlight specific areas.
These...
Chameleon Flakes (Pack of 6)
TT-CFPHO
The Tiny Turner Chameleon Flakes (Pack of 6)
These amazing, chameleon colour-shift flakes have been chosen to give you a vibrant selection of striking colours to use in your work.
Emma Cook 'The Tiny Turner' uses these to create her banded bowls (as well as the chameleon powders).
Please note: each colour has a slightly different volume due to the different densities of that particular...
Jo Sonjas Flow Medium
JSFM
Flow Medium is added to Chroma’s Jo Sonja Artists’ and Background Colours and other Chroma’s Jo Sonja Mediums for thinning as needed for paint application or various techniques such as fine detail or linework and airbrushing. Add to colours when a smooth basecoat is required. Flow Medium will extend the drying time of the paint.
Note: The addition of water to thin Chroma’s...
Chameleon Flakes Mini Bundle
TT-CFPHOBUN
The Tiny Turner Chameleon Flakes Mini Bundle
This bundle includes:
6 x Pots of flakes
1 x Acrylic Size 60ml
1 x Fluffy Brush
You will receive a full set of Tiny Turner Chameleon Flakes; a 60ml bottle of Acrylic Size and a fluffy brush which is perfect for applying the flakes to the size with.
These amazing, chameleon colour-shift flakes have been chosen to give you a vibrant selection...
Chameleon Pigments (Pack of 6)
TT-CF6PK
The Tiny Turner Chameleon Pigments (Pack of 6)
These amazing, chameleon colour-shift mica powders have been chosen to give you a vibrant selection of striking colours to use in your work, and are what Emma Cook 'The Tiny Turner' uses to give her textured, banded bowls their stunning finish.
Please note: each colour has a slightly different volume due to the different densities of that...
Jo Sonjas Gesso Black
JS3713
This primer for wood, canvas and metal provides a smooth fine-grit finish with maximum ‘tooth’.
Acrylic Size 60ml
TT-60AS
The Tiny Turner Acrylic Size 60ml
A 60ml bottle of water-based acrylic size perfect for use with the Tiny Turner Chameleon ranges of pigments and flakes. Also suitable for use with metal leaf and gold leaf.
Classed as a 15 minute size, this glue takes approximately 15 minutes to reach tack point after which it remains open (sticky) for around 24 hours.
Apply the pigments/flakes/leaf after...
Chameleon Pigments Mini Bundle
TT-CF6PKBUN
The Tiny Turner Chameleon Pigments Mini Bundle
This bundle includes:
6 x Pots of pigments
1 x Acrylic Size 60ml
1 x Fluffy Brush
You will receive a full set of Tiny Turner Chameleon Pigments; a 60ml bottle of Acrylic Size and a fluffy brush which is perfect for applying the powder to the size with.
These amazing, chameleon colour-shift mica powders have been chosen to give you...
Inktense Watersoluable Pencils
INK12
Derwent Inktense Pencils are water-soluble pencils. You can use them dry or if you mix them with water, the colour turns into vibrant ink. This Inktense range is perfect for illustrators, flower artists and fashion designers. They can also be used on wood and are popular amongst pyrography artists.
Tin of 12 contains the following colours: Sun Yellow, Tangerine, Poppy Red, Fuchsia, Deep Indigo,...
Pinata Colour Exciter Alcohol Inks
PCEP9
These Jacquard Piñata Alcohol Inks are high quality, dye based inks which are compatible with GlassCast clear epoxy coating resin.
Offering vibrant, highly saturated colours, these versatile inks are perfect for creating the amazing and very popular Resin Petri Art, tinting resin and creating stunning artwork which can then be coated with a layer of GlassCast resin afterwards to protect your...
Everyman Pen Kit - Pack of 5
EVM7PK
The Everyman pen kit is a simple 7mm twist pen in chrome with a double bead centre band. 7mm pens are popular with both beginner and experienced pen turners alike. This set is an economical way to begin the creative craft of penturning, and will quickly build your confidence in pen making. This slimline kit also offers the more experienced turner an opportunity to produce an excellent value pen in...
Peter Child Pyrography Machine
PYRO240AT
Get creative with pyrography.
The Peter Child Artist’s Pyrography Machine is widely regarded as the machine of choice by many professionals.
Now made and developed by highly respected tool and machine manufacturer, Robert Sorby, this pyrography machine can help you create dense textures, patterns, line work and shading for the finest detail. It's the chosen choice across the world by...
Peter Child Pyrography Pen Splitter
SPLITTER
Designed for use with the Peter Child Artist’s Pyrography Machine: two pen flexibility at the flick of a switch.
Mixed Set of Ball Points (Pack of 4)
PYROCSBALLMIX
Ball Point wire tips for the Peter Child Pyrography Machine.
The Ball Points are perfect for writing, stippling and general detail work.
The Mixed Set of Pyrography Ball Points includes:
1 x 0.8mm Ball Point
1 x 1.2mm Ball Point
1 x 1.6mm Ball Point
1 x 2.0mm Ball Point
Ball made from Chromium steel with thicker 22 SWG Nickel-Chromium alloy wire, and with normal use, will last...
Mixed Set of Knife Points (Pack of 3)
PYROCSKNIFEMIX
New to the Peter Child range of pyrography accessories; a mixed set of Knife Points.
Wooden Kit - Da Vinci - Catapult
WK25614
Catapults were first invented in Ancient Greek and Roman times, however our common idea of them is based on drawings we have from the Medieval Ages.Leonardo redesigned the catapult around 1485 and used the spring like energy stored in bent wood to give power to the swing arm. All pre-cut pieces and everything needed to make an amazing working model. Easy-to-make. Natural untreated wood from sustainable...
The Wood Burn Book
BTWBB
The Wood Burn Book: An Essential Guide to the Art of Pyrography
"As THE leader in her industry, Rachel Strauss brings her extensive knowledge to everyone, regardless of their skill level, in The Wood Burn Book." - Peggy Dean, best-selling author
If you can trace, you can burn.
The Wood Burn Book is the book Rachel Strauss, founder of the popular online community Wood Burn Corner,...
Pyrography Basics
BPB
Pyrography Basics: Techniques and Exercises for Beginners is all that aspiring beginners need, alongside an inexpensive woodburning tool to start adorning wood, leather, paper and more with beautifully burned images and patterns. This book includes a thorough introduction to basic tools, materials and techniques.
From the Back Cover
Pyrography can enhance any project with lovely varieties of...
Pen and Pencil Projects
BPPP
Perfect for beginners to the lathe as well as more advanced turners, all the basic techniques and information needed for getting started are covered.
From blank preparation to turning, sanding, polishing and assembling – everything is explained clearly and in jargon-free terms.
From the Back Cover
Whether you prefer classic oak fountain pens or have a weakness for funky acrylic pencils,...
Turned Toys by Mark Baker
BTTMB
If you have some woodturning experience, you can now create something truly special for your family and friends. These beautiful hand-crafted toys are as enjoyable to make as they are to play with. From the Back Cover Learn how to make beautiful hand-crafted toys and games with guidance from woodturning expert Mark Baker. This inspiring book will appeal to woodturners who are looking for projects...
Zen Colouring: Flowers
BZFLO
From the Back Cover Relax into the creative world of colouring. Containing a beautiful and diverse collection of illustrations, this fantastic book will allow the artist within you to shine! This edition contains artworks of flowers for you to complete using your own colour scheme. Make your artworks as simple or as complex as you like – whichever you choose, you’ll be delighted by the results....
Bee Peel-Off Stencil Set
STBEE
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Chestnut Oak Leaf Peel-Off Stencil Set
STCOL
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Dragonfly Peel-Off Stencil Set
STDRG
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
English Oak Peel-Off Stencil Set
STOAK
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Forest Shadow Mesh Infil Stencil Set
STIFSM
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Monarch Butterfly Infil Stencil Set
STIMB
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Red Maple Infil Stencil Set
STIRM
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...
Swallowtail Butterfly Infil Stencil Set
STISWT
Nick Agar has used stencils and made his own for many years creating and teaching woodworking and decorating techniques. Chroma Craft has worked closely with Nick to develop the design and detail to produce just the right shape and size to suit his artistic style. The Stencil material is specially formulated for use with low saturation solvent or acrylic paints. The self-adhering film is flexible,...