Maker Faire Happy Valley 2025

Turning in metal

Home: PA, US Minor Outlying Islands

Use of the small metal lathe as a hobby and as an extension of other hobby interests. Examples include making small wooden and metal parts for models and repairs to items that would otherwise have to be thrown away.

Turning in metal - Maker Faire Happy Valley 2024

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Douglas Ripka

What Inspired You to Make This?

A desire to meet with other makers, to learn about new things, and if possible, to pass along what knowledge I have acquired.

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