Join popular woodturner Helen Bailey in your local Axminster Tools store as she shares how to create her award-winning works of art.

Coral Bowl
A fascinating collection of spheres
Helen with an amazing selection of work

Helen started woodturning only five years ago but has already received many accolades. Her work has been featured in the American Association of Woodturners magazine, one of her pierced wood pieces was selected for a prestigious UK touring exhibition and she’s a regular contributor to the World of Woodturners website. The intricate beauty of her work has catapulted her into the limelight and her pieces are highly regarded within the world of woodturning. As part of the Axminster Tools Newcastle team, Helen’s passion for woodturning has already inspired many local creatives. Now it’s your chance to see her in action as she showcases her delicate style whilst creating one of her award-winning pierced wood forms.

Come and see Helen live at a store near you on the following dates

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Helen at work on an Axminster Trade lathe with an Axminster Woodturning chuck and jaws

Spaces are limited so book your free place now!

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Blossom series
Luminous Wave
A bowl with a unique edge

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If you join the tour, we’d love to hear from you. Send us a photograph of you and Helen and tell us how the demonstration has inspired you!

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