Just a thought, here. There are a lot of good books and videos out
there. Some in your local library, and some at Barnes and Noble.
There are even some interesting videos on turning at YouTube.

Best of all, if you have time, you should see if you have a local
turning club. For several years out club was a great place to learn
from each other about techniques and methods as well as hearing about
practical experience with certain tools.

A good club could really help you learn faster and better, and really
cut down on your frustration.

Hang in there, man.

Good luck and keep trying. Let every piece be an experience from which
you can learn something.

Ditto!

Robert