Arizona Woodturners Association
The Arizona Woodturners Association (AWA) in Phoenix, Arizona is a proud chapter of the American Association of Woodturners (AAW). We are dedicated to training, preserving and inspiring the art of woodturning. We are excited about the revival interest in woodturning. People’s imaginations have shown the world that turning is a true and pure form of art. This organization is busy! All ages both men and women are actively having fun with woodturning! Come visit us at the next meeting.
July 19, 2025
Basket Illusion
Brian Lensink
Instant Gallery
Noon to 3pm
Meeting Location:
5757 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ
Wow!!! 40+ wig stands for the February Cancer survivors event and now another 112 wig stands! Way to go AWA! FOUR tables of wig stands – AWESOME!
AWA BENEFITS
Wig Stands
The entire club is asked to join in! Let’s make lots! These will go to cancer patients for their wigs. More info and dimensions on the club projects page or WIT page. Bring to March 15 meeting.
Demonstrations
AWA Members can watch demonstrations on hollowing, wand making, basketweave, tool making, spheres, sharpening, ring making, pen making and more!
Resources
AWA members – check out tips & techniques, club projects, safety, handouts, projects, newsletters and more!
Club projects include Wig Stands for cancer patients, Beads of Courage boxes for children, Empty bowl projects.
Photo Gallery
Each month Instant Gallery and President Challenge pictures are taken at meetings. There are many years of pictures in the gallery for great inspiration.
Why become a member?
Comraderie
Talk to other woodturners, ask questions, learn, develop your skills – this is a club that has lots of experienced woodturners who want to share their skills!
Meetings.
Come to our next meeting – in person or on Zoom!. Instant Gallery and President Challenges at meetings. Come and view some amazing woodworking! Visitors are welcome to one meeting before being asked to join.
Mentors, Classes, Demonstrations
This is one hobby that everyone shares! If you ask an experienced woodturner – they say join a local club, talk, learn, get a mentor, take classes, go to demonstrations! AWA has all the above! This is a place to learn!
Blog
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Member Work
Larry Jurgens has been busy experimenting. He used a Micro motor carver, black dye, paint…
