When does the turning course take place in Bayreuth?

The course takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

What is the cost of participation?

The participation fee is 69.90 euros. Material costs over 10 euros are already included.

What is produced in the course?

Participants create an individually shaped wooden pen under guidance.

What content is conveyed in the workshop?

The basics of safety, handling the lathe and tools, selecting a wooden blank, as well as surface treatment and enhancement are taught.

Where does the event take place?

The workshop takes place at FabLab Bayreuth, Ludwig-Thoma-Straße 36B, 95447 Bayreuth.

Is the course suitable for beginners?

Yes, the workshop is designed as a beginner's course and teaches the basics of turning step by step.

Turning for Beginners Bayreuth 2026

Name: Turning for Beginners - "The Turned Pen"
Start: 2026-11-07T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-07T13:00:00+01:00
Location: FabLab Bayreuth - Offene Hightechwerkstatt Oberfranken

A personal masterpiece from a wooden blank

On Saturday, November 7, 2026, everything in FabLab Bayreuth revolves around traditional woodworking and creative DIY. In the VHS course Turning for Beginners - The Turned Pen, participants learn the basics of turning and create an individual wooden pen under expert guidance.

Safe entry at the lathe

The three-hour workshop first conveys important safety rules, tool knowledge, and the basic operation of the lathe. Step by step, a functional unique piece is created from a selected wooden blank. The small group size creates a focused working atmosphere and allows for personal mentoring.

Craftsmanship, material, and fine surfaces

The focus is on selecting the wood, precisely shaping the workpiece, and finishing touches. Additionally, participants receive tips on surface treatment and embellishment. Material costs over 10 euros are already included in the participation fee.

The FabLab as an open workshop

FabLab-Bayreuth e. V. combines modern workshop technology with practical experiential knowledge. The open high-tech workshop of Upper Franconia stands for easy access to technologies, tools, and production knowledge. In the area of woodworking, various workpieces are created under guidance - from small individual objects to larger wood projects.

Event experience in a small group

The event atmosphere remains personal and hands-on: Instead of passively watching, participants work on their own workpieces, experience the material wood with all their senses, and take home a self-designed pen at the end. The event experience is aimed at beginners without specific prior knowledge.

Conclusion: The course combines craftsmanship, creative design, and immediate success experiences. Those wanting to experience the journey from wooden blank to their own pen live will find a suitable entry into turning at FabLab Bayreuth.