Ok.
Don't know what it is that you're turning, but I would suggest finding someone's Woodpile and asking for a couple of pieces.
If you are turning Spindles and you work from the high spot to the low spot, you should cut down on the chiip-outs.
Now, if you are turning bowls, there are other questions.
Is it the outside that's chip out or the inside?
What tool are you using when it happens?
Is there a wood supplier, like Woodcraft in your home town?
How about a local Turning Club or Woodworking Club? They are great places to get help.
Also, please keep up this discussion. We'll come up with something.
Bruce :wink: