Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Discover why these little birds are taking the woodturning world by storm! In this video, I’ll show you how to turn a simple, elegant bird from scrap wood and mount it on a beautiful base. This is the perfect beginner-friendly project that makes for an incredible gift or a high-demand item for craft fairs.
01:38 Roughing to round between centers
03:36 turning the body
08:58 parting off the body
11:07 Turning the head
15:54 Sanding with Collet chuck and sanding mandrel
17:18 Refining the base to hold the bird
20:51 Assemble the bird
31:17 Wrapup
If you’d like to support my work—or simply treat me to a coffee—you can visit: buymeacoffee.com/mikepeace3Y Every bit of support genuinely helps, and I’m truly grateful for it.
Here are two great sources for chucks, lathes and many other woodturning accessories. As a marketing affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.
-The Woodturning Store thewoodturningstore.com/record-power/?aff=7
-Turners Warehouse turnerswarehouse.com/?ref=lhktiplm
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases from my Amazon shop amazon.com/shop/mikepeacewoodturning
I offer in-person woodturning instruction in the Atlanta, GA area. Visit mikepeacewoodturning.com for details. Download demonstration handouts and articles I have published.
In this video, I demonstrate how I created a two-piece bird sculpture and mounted it on a display base using a wood lathe. This fun project allows you to use wood scraps and develop your woodturning skills. While I don't call myself an artist, the process results in a charming wood art sculpture, perfect for any craft enthusiast.
Discover why these little birds are taking the woodturning world by storm! In this video, I’ll show you how to turn a simple, elegant bird from scrap wood and mount it on a beautiful base. This is the perfect beginner-friendly project that makes for an incredible gift or a high-demand item for craft fairs.
01:38 Roughing to round between centers
03:36 turning the body
08:58 parting off the body
11:07 Turning the head
15:54 Sanding with Collet chuck and sanding mandrel
17:18 Refining the base to hold the bird
20:51 Assemble the bird
31:17 Wrapup
If you’d like to support my work—or simply treat me to a coffee—you can visit: buymeacoffee.com/mikepeace3Y Every bit of support genuinely helps, and I’m truly grateful for it.
Here are two great sources for chucks, lathes and many other woodturning accessories. As a marketing affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases.
-The Woodturning Store thewoodturningstore.com/record-power/?aff=7
-Turners Warehouse turnerswarehouse.com/?ref=lhktiplm
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases from my Amazon shop amazon.com/shop/mikepeacewoodturning
I offer in-person woodturning instruction in the Atlanta, GA area. Visit mikepeacewoodturning.com for details. Download demonstration handouts and articles I have published.
In this video, I demonstrate how I created a two-piece bird sculpture and mounted it on a display base using a wood lathe. This fun project allows you to use wood scraps and develop your woodturning skills. While I don't call myself an artist, the process results in a charming wood art sculpture, perfect for any craft enthusiast.
