Hi, I am a woodworker and knife and tool sharpening hobbyist that has just started with turning. I'm looking forward to learning the skills I've seen displayed for you all. My Facebook page is Huffs Board and Blade.
Welcome from Texas. You'll find all the challenges you can handle from the people on this site. They are helpful and knowledgeable and always willing to share
and I agree with Todd ( Hank will be along shortly to confirm this too I don't doubt) If you can sharpen properly you're over half way there ! Don't rush into carbide , HSS will get you where you want to go just as well.