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So if I start on segmented woodturning would the very first thing I want to do is build a sled and send for a wedge pattern? I have a small amount of wood lathe equipment and a lot of time to learn, turning spindles and bowls seems like it might not be something I would do all the time,I am going to get into a club when I can get out. Staying home nowadays.
 
Welcome to the forum. The software Lloyd has put together is top notch. If you want full control of your design the WooodTurner Pro is a good fit. Segment Pro takes care of the basic design and has a great "paint" feature. I personally use all of his sofware. I have designed vessels in SP and then rebuilt them in WTP for changes I wanted to make. If you haven't download the software and enjoy a 30 day free trial.

I can understand not wanting to turn spindles all the time. Bowls either segmented or solid turning is addictive. I do prefer segmented.
 
You can built the Seg-Easy sled extremely cheaply with a few pieces of MDF. Then if you have one a 30/60/90 triangle will set your sled for 12 segments and a 45 degree triangle will set it for an 8 sided ring. These are very cheap to obtain so you can try it out without buying too much. A 12 segment ring can be used for lots of designs. Take your time and have fun doing it. I love the planning aspect as well as the execution of a new piece.
 
I have a brother that is a cabnit builder hobbyist that is going to help me build a jig
 
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