In order to use a wood lathe, lock a piece of wood into the head stock and tail stock, start the tool at its slowest speed and support the tool with the blade in hand. Learn how to rotate the chisel when using a wood turning lathe with help from an experienced woodworker in this free video on woodworking tools. Expert: Dave Trull Contact: www.trullgallery.com/ Bio: Dave Trull has been in the woodworking business for 18 years. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

When setting up a wood shop, organize woodworking tools, such as table saws, drill presses and sanders, to make room for large boards of wood. Keep a wood shop functional and safe by keeping tools organized with the help of this free video from an award-winning woodworker on basic carpentry. Expert: Kent Perdue Bio: Kent Perdue is a senior in the furniture-making program at VCU, and has received many scholarships and awards for his work. Perdue sells his work at various furniture stores in Richmond, Va. Filmmaker: nate thompson

Bend wood to make furniture using a bent lamination technique that involves cutting wood into the desired shape, ripping wood strips, applying glue with a roller and clamping wood pieces into place. Find out how long to let bent wood pieces dry in this free video from an award-winning woodworker on basic carpentry. Expert: Kent Perdue Bio: Kent Perdue is a woodworking specialist. He has won numerous awards, and he has been featured in various magazines and publications. Filmmaker: nate thompson…