How to Square Pen Blanks – Pen Turning for Beginners
Quick introduction to squaring pen blanks including why it’s important, and tips and tricks on how to make sure you’re…
Bottle Opener Keychain Assembly Instructions
Instructions on how to assemble the Bottle Opener Keychain Kits from Penn State Industries. Shop our Bottle Opener Keychain Kits…
Pen Kit Finishing Basics – Pen Turning for Beginners
Here’s a quick introduction to finishing pens including: – Finishing options– What friction finishes are the benefits of friction finishes–…
Things to Consider Before Buying a Mini Lathe
If you want to make small woodturning projects like pens, bottle stoppers, key chains, peppermills or small bowls, consider a…
What’s a Pen Kit? Pen Turning for Beginners
If you’re interested in getting started pen making, then you may be wondering what’s included in a pen kit. In…
Pen Blank Drilling Basics – Pen Turning for Beginners
Basics involved in drilling pen blanks – quick introduction to some of the basics behind successful pen blank drilling including:–…
Pen Turning Tool Basics
Quick introduction to turning tool basics including: – The turning tools you’ll need to start making pens– Turning tool materials…
Tips for Sanding Pens – Pen Turning for Beginners
Here’s a quick introduction to sanding pens including: – What lathe speed to sand at– Recommended sandpaper grit progression– How…
Tips on Mounting Pen Blanks to a Lathe
Here’s a quick introduction to mounting pen blanks and bushings to the lathe including: – Pen mandrel basics– The purpose…
Cutting Pen Blank Basics
Quick introduction to cutting pen blanks including what tools you can use to cut your pen blanks, how long to…
How to Glue Pen Tubes into Pen Blanks – Pen Turning for Beginners
Quick introduction on how to glue your pen tubes into pen blanks including what tools you’ll need, best adhesive choices…
How to make a Patriotic Pen with the Star Spangled Banner Pen Inlay kit
Learn how to make a Patriotic with this Star Spangled Banner Pen Inlay kit. Learn how to assemble, turn &…
Pen Kit Assembly Basics – Pen Turning for Beginners
Here’s a quick introduction to assembling pen kits, the final pen making process . Shop our full range of pen…
Polymer Clay Pen Making – Starter Set Sneak Peak!
Get a sneak peak of our new PolyClay Pen Making Starter Set. An easy, affordable way to create magnificent Polymer…
American Pride Pen Kit Assembly Instructions
Instructions on how to assemble the American Pride Pen Kit from Penn State Industries. Shop our full line of American…
Pen Assembly/Disassembly Press for Pen Making
Now you can assemble and disassemble your pen parts with one easy to use tool. Acts as a traditional pen…
Firefighter “Push & Lock” Pen Kit Assembly Instructions
Instructions on how to assemble the Firefighter “Push & Lock” Pen Kit from Penn State Industries. Shop our full line…