Woodcraft of Chattanooga

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 101: Boxes and Frames

Part 1: Monday, January 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Monday, January 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 3: Monday, January 20, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 4: Monday, January 27, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Part 1: Monday, January 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, January 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 105: Applying Finishes

Thursday, January 16, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the fifth part of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking series, students will learn about the application of different types of paints and finishes. Topics covered include: preparing the surface for finishing; selecting stains, paints, and finishes; applying selected finishes; and troubleshooting common finishing issues. Students who have taken the previous cabinetmaking classes will be able to apply at least one coat of finish on their cabinets.

Pen Turning 102: Making Resin Pen Blanks

Thursday, January 16, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.

Knife Making 101

Thursday, January 16, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make a custom knife! Students will choose a knife blade, select from a variety of wood species for the handles, then work on attaching, shaping, sanding, and finishing the handles. Students will leave with a completed knife, ready to put to use.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 106: Installing Cabinets and Trim

Friday, January 17, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this session, students will receive hands-on practice with the final steps of the kitchen cabinetmaking process. Topics covered include: installing and adjusting doors and drawers, attaching pulls and knobs, and installing kitchen cabinets and trim. Students who completed the Making Custom Trim class will then be guided through the process of attaching layered crown molding on their wall cabinets, installing a countertop and casters on their base cabinets, and attaching knobs and pulls (brought from home or purchased during the class).

Traditional Carving 101

Friday, January 17, 10 AM - 4 PM

Let local carving legend, Larry Ridge, introduce you to the world of carving in this all day course! He'll cover all of the basics including safety, chisel options, wood blank selection, proper carving techniques, and basic sharpening techniques. Students will be able to apply their newfound knowledge by shaping an owl's head.

Date Night: Giant Charcuterie Board

Friday, January 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will cut, rout, and shape a giant charcuterie board that is sure to be a conversation piece at your next gathering! As time allows, students can choose to engrave a name or logo on the board as well. This class will likely sell out fast, so give us a call ASAP to sign up!

CNC Users Group

Friday, January 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join us for this free meeting of the CNC Users Group to share ideas and knowledge with other CNC enthusiasts!

Turning with Carbide Tools

Saturday, January 18, 10 AM - 5 PM

Dive into the world of woodturning and learn how to create bowls using carbide cutting tools. For many, especially beginners, carbide tools offer a less challenging path to creating hand crafted bowls than traditional, bevel rubbing tools. This can lead to greater sense of accomplishment, satisfaction, and fun earlier in the learning process. The skills you learn in this class will become a permanent part of your tool kit no matter how far your interests take you. By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional bowls that showcase your woodworking talents. You will learn how to: • Mount and turn the bowl safely. • Judge pleasing form. • Rough turn the bowl. • Achieve uniform wall thickness. • Finish the bowl.

Artistic Turning 101: Natural Edge Bowl

Sunday, January 19, 10 AM - 5 PM

A natural edge bowl is created when you turn a bowl from a log such that the bark stays on the rim of the bowl. Sounds complicated but it really isn't. Take this class and we will take all the mystery out of it, from how to get started, to balancing the rim and sanding the finished product. If you really want to impress your friends with a unique bowl, come take this class!

JTJ: Advanced Table Joinery

Sunday, January 19, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this session of our Joinery series, students will learn how to create Stopped Mortise-and-Tenon joinery for a table project. This type of traditional joinery is widely considered one of the strongest joints possible, and this class will review several methods of creating the joinery and achieving a perfect fitting tenon. As time allows, the class will also cover techniques for strengthening the joint even more, including drawbore and pinning the tenon. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make an end table that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Make a Bread Knife and Board

Sunday, January 19, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this class to make a bread knife and board, a great project to practice your woodworking skills while making something useful! Students will get hands-on practice with the table saw, bandsaw, planer, and router as the shape their boards and knife handles! As time allows, students will have the option to engrave a custom message or logo on the board!

JTJ: Joinery for Tabletops and Panels

Sunday, January 19, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will focus on learning common joinery methods used for tabletops and panels. The class will begin with a discussion on these types of edge joints, including splines, tongue-and-groove, dominos, and biscuits. Students will then receive hands-on practice with at least one of these methods to make a panel that will be shaped into a tabletop. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a table top that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

PRIVATE WOODWORKING CLASS

Tuesday, January 21, 10 AM - 5 PM

This is a private class for Casey. Please give us a call if you'd like to schedule a private woodworking, cabinetmaking, turning, CNC machining, or carving class for yourself! Rate: $300/day and does not include materials (tuition can be split between 2-3 students if you know someone who'd be interested in attending with you).

Hand Tool 101

Tuesday, January 21, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class lays the foundation for students looking to incorporate hand tools into their upcoming woodworking projects. Students will spend three hours learning how to select, sharpen, and use several of the core hand tools used in woodworking: bench chisels, block planes, smoothing planes, and scrapers (as time allows). NOTE: Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to sharpen and use throughout this series, but it's not required.

Build a Dutch Tool Chest

Part 1: Thursday, January 23, 10 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Friday, January 24, 10 AM - 5 PM

Part 3: Saturday, January 25, 10 AM - 5 PM

Step back in time and build a functional masterpiece – a majestic Dutch tool chest. This immersive woodworking class isn't just about creating a beautiful storage solution; it's a journey through history and a celebration of craftsmanship where joinery, hand tools, power tools, and design intersect to make a modern masterpiece. Highlights include: • Mastering classic joinery: Dovetails, rabbets, dados – you'll learn and practice these techniques, honing your woodworking skills along the way. • Hand tool mastery: Sharpen your skills with chisels, saws, planes, and more, experiencing the satisfaction of traditional woodworking methods. • Personalizing your masterpiece: Add decorative accents and unique touches to make your chest truly your own. Whether you're a seasoned woodworker or an eager beginner, this class is for you: • Challenge yourself: This project will push your boundaries and provide a sense of accomplishment you won't soon forget. • Embrace tradition: Immerse yourself in the history and design of the Dutch tool chest. • Invest in beauty and function: You'll end up with a stunning chest that not only protects your tools but also functions as an heirloom that can be passed down to the next generation of woodworkers in your family. Your 3-day journey will be: • Unveiling the history and design of the Dutch tool chest. • Receiving expert guidance on joinery, hand tool techniques, and construction methods. • Working alongside fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and encouraging environment. • Walking away with a completed tool chest, ready to house your most valued tools. • Chest Size: 25"(H) x 12-5/8"(D) x 25"(W)

Pen Turning 103: Turning Resin Pen Blanks

Thursday, January 23, 6 PM - 9 PM

Students who choose to continue their pen turning journey will experience the process of de-molding and processing the blanks created in Pen Turning 102 before turning them into a beautiful, one of a kind pen!

Box Making 101: Basic Mitered Box

Thursday, January 23, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join Bill the Box Elder for this fun series of box-making classes and make some of his all-time favorite designs! These classes can be taken in any order, and each box project will present students with unique challenges and cover new techniques, so no matter how many boxes you've made, you're sure to learn something new each time! In this particular session, Bill will guide students through the process of making a simple mitered box with a rabbeted lid.

CNC 100: INTRO TO CNCs

Friday, January 24, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn the lingo and process to begin your studies in all things CNC / Vectric (VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire). HARDWARE OVERVIEW: machine anatomy / specs, accessories, and tooling. SOFTWARE OVERVIEW: VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire. FULL DEMO: Instructor will demo full CNC process … from design to machining. NOTE: No PC or software required. RECOMMENDED READING: None

Date Night: Turned Party Set

Friday, January 24, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn one pizza cutter and one ice cream scoop. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Bowl Turning 104: Lidded Boxes

Saturday, January 25, 9 AM - 1 PM

In the final session of our Bowl Turning series, students will learn how to turn and finish lidded boxes. In addition to honing their turning skills, students will also learn about these topics: proper wood grain orientation, using and making jam chucks, designing lidded boxes, sanding, and applying finishes.

CNC 101: SOFTWARE BASICS

Saturday, January 25, 9 AM - 5 PM

Full day of hands-on software instruction using Vetric Software. Learn how to create a CNC job, design vectors using basic shapes and basic text, create basic toolpaths, and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. NOTE: Pair with CNC 102: Machining Basics. This basic course is required for ALL future CNC classes. RECOMMENDED READING: "CNC Router Essentials" or “Beginner’s Guide to CNC Machining in Wood”

Ladies' Day in the Shop: Turning a Screwdriver

Saturday, January 25, 2 PM - 5 PM

Join Annelyse for this fun class to learn how to use the lathe to turn your own wooden projects! In this session, the students will turn a ratcheting screwdriver, which would make a great gift for your Valentine (or keep it handy to use yourself!). These classes always cover lathe safety and basic terminology along with the project turning process, so no prior experience is required. Please Note: This class is intended for ladies only.

Pen Turning 104: Pen Turning Marathon

Sunday, January 26, 10 AM - 5 PM

Spend a full day turning as many pens as you can! After a review of the pen turning process, students will be let loose on the lathes and can turn as many pens as they want, including at least one wooden and one acrylic! When the dust settles at the end of the day, students can choose two of their pens to take home and the rest will be donated to our Turn For Troops program. NOTE: Pen Turning 101 or prior pen turning experience required for this class.

CNC 102: MACHINING BASICS

Sunday, January 26, 1 PM - 5 PM

Follow up lab to CNC 101: Software Basics. Learn CNC machining basics by doing … students will machine projects they designed the day before. TOPICS: using fences and hold-downs, changing bits, touching off Z, and more. NOTE: This basic course is required for ALL future CNC classes. RECOMMENDED READING: "CNC Router Essentials" or “Beginner’s Guide to CNC Machining in Wood”

Box Making with Bill: Heart Shaped Jewelry Box

Thursday, January 30, 5 PM - 9 PM

Join Bill the Box Elder in this fun class and make a heart-shaped jewelry box for yourself or your favorite Valentine! Students will learn box-making techniques and will get hands-on practice with the bandsaw, router, and sander as they shape their boxes.

Date Night: Plant Stand

Friday, January 31, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this session, couples will make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Each couple will leave with one completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot! Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, February 1, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Power Carving 101

Saturday, February 1, 10 AM - 4 PM

This introductory class provides participants with the fundamental skills to begin projects using power carving tools and techniques.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Saturday, February 1, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Sunday, February 2, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Sharpening Turning Tools

Sunday, February 2, 2 PM - 5 PM

I'm not sure who originally said it, but it still holds true today. A turner is only as good as his/her sharpening skills. Yes, our Bowl Turning 101 touches on sharpening; however, we are hoping that since this class is limited to 3 students, it will allow for more in depth and personalized instruction. Our goal is to help each student understand things like the different types of steel used in turning gouges, the different types of equipment used to ensure positive and repeatable results, the different types of grinds for the different tools in our tool roll, and other tips and tricks related to sharp turning tools. This course is targeted at relatively new turners, or those that just don't think they are getting the most out of the tools they've already acquired. Our aim for this three hour hands-on course is to spend about 25% of the class time in a lecture/question/demo format coupled with the remaining time being spent sharpening your tools. If you own your own tools and already have (or are considering purchasing) the Oneway Wolverine jig and a slow speed grinder, this class is for you. You will need your own high speed steel tools that include a bowl gouge, a spindle gouge, a spindle roughing gouge, a skew, a parting tool, and a scraper.

Wood Burning 101

Monday, February 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn Pyrography, the art of fire-drawing! Topics covered include: safety, burner and tip selection, and image layout and transfer. Students will get hands-on practice burning on a basswood round blank.

Router Basics

Tuesday, February 4, 6 PM - 9 PM

The router is one of the more versatile tools in the wood shop, but it can be very intimidating to a beginner. Take this workshop to learn more about selecting routers, using them safely, choosing the proper bits, and increasing the router's versatility by mounting it to a table and utilizing various jigs and accessories.

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, February 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Date Night: Pair of Turned Pens

Friday, February 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn a pair of wooden pens (each person will turn one pen). Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Date Night: Birdhouse

Friday, February 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will make a birdhouse out of a rot-resistant species like cypress or sassafras. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Ladies' Night Out: Charcuterie Board

Friday, February 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join Annelyse for this class to use a variety of woodworking tools and make a fun project to take home! In this particular session, students will make a charcuterie board. These classes always cover tool safety for each tool used during the session, so no prior experience is required! NOTE: This class is intended for ladies only.

Woodworking Fundamentals II

Part 1: Saturday, February 8, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, February 9, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, marking and measuring material, laying out and creating mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish. Students will discuss pros and cons of various woodworking joinery methods as they build a Shaker End Table. Some of the tools used during this session include the table saw, jointer, planer, router/router table, and handheld sanders.

Scroll Saw 101

Saturday, February 8, 10 AM - 1 PM

Let us introduce you to the scroll saw and its potential to create both beautiful and useful pieces of work! Topics covered include: tool selection and set up, safety techniques, blade selection, and sawing applications like fretwork and puzzle making. By the end of the session, each student will complete at least one scrollsawn project.

Spindle Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, February 8, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this session if you want to learn more about the realm of spindle turning! Students will develop their turning skills as they discuss and practice a variety of different cuts including roughing, beads, coves, and pommels. A portion of the class will also be devoted to improving sharpening skills and understanding the proper use of additional turning chisels and gouges. Students will receive excellent hands-on instruction as they complete a spindle project, like a mallet or wand.

Scroll Saw 102

Saturday, February 8, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this follow up class to our introductory session, students will build upon the basics as they tackle more complex fretwork utilizing the spiral blade! The projects in this class will take on a seasonal theme throughout the year, including Valentine's, Easter, and Christmas, so stay tuned to see what fun projects we'll be tackling each season!

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 102: Dovetailed Drawers

Part 1: Monday, February 10, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Monday, February 24, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating dovetailed drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, selecting the appropriate joinery, routing dovetails, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Prepping for the Perfect Finish

Monday, February 10, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Ending with the perfect finish on a great project takes thought, planning and careful consideration. Your experience with different tools will most likely also decide the finish you choose and the steps to prepare for the application of the finish. In this class the instructor will cover some of the common finishes, the options for preparing the wood to best accept the finish and alternative preparation paths to assure you hit the mark for your project. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to layout your finishing project starting with preparation based on the finish type, and plan each and every step you will need to complete a beautiful project your friends will envy. (Optional class tools apron, and card scrapers).

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Part 1: Tuesday, February 11, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, February 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

JTJ: Basic Casework Joinery

Tuesday, February 11, 6 PM - 9 PM

In this stop on the Joinery Journey, students will focus on learning how to use rabbets and dados to create the joinery needed to make a cabinet. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a wall cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Knife Making 101

Thursday, February 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make a custom knife! Students will choose a knife blade, select from a variety of wood species for the handles, then work on attaching, shaping, sanding, and finishing the handles. Students will leave with a completed knife, ready to put to use.

Spindle Turning 102: From Firewood to Handle

Friday, February 14, 9 AM - 3 PM

Take this class to learn how to turn a piece of firewood into the handle for your own turning tool! That's right, the tuition includes the cost of an unhandled 3/8" Spindle Gouge and students will leave with their own custom made handle for it! Students will continue developing their spindle turning skills in addition to learning how to process the firewood and turn into a usable blank. NOTE: Please register as early as possible so we can make sure to have enough of the unhandled tools on hand (they have a lengthy leadtime).

Date Night: Cookbook Holder

Friday, February 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will make a cookbook holder that can double as a charcuterie board! Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

CNC Users Group

Friday, February 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join us for this free meeting of the CNC Users Group to share ideas and knowledge with other CNC enthusiasts!

Woodworking Fundamentals III

Part 1: Saturday, February 15, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, February 22, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the final part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will spend two days designing and making a bookcase project out of plywood and hardwood. New topics covered during this session include designing casework, processing sheet goods, cutting curves, laying out and creating joinery for casework, and routing and applying millwork. Students will leave with a beautiful maple bookcase and a greater confidence to apply their skills to future woodworking projects.

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, February 15, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 201: Linen Cabinet with Beaded Face Frame

Part 1: Sunday, February 16, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Monday, February 17, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 3: Tuesday, February 18, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 4: Wednesday, February 19, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 5: Thursday, February 20, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 6: Friday, February 21, 9 AM - 5 PM

Students will build on the skills learned in our Kitchen Cabinetmaking 101 class by constructing a high end, furniture grade linen cabinet that measures 24"W x 72"H x 17"D. The cabinet will incorporate features typically found in high end custom kitchens and techniques that require an elevated attention to detail: beaded face frames; divided panel, inset-mounted doors; dovetailed drawers with undermount soft close drawer slides; and custom made cove molding. As time allows, students will also get the opportunity to spray sealers and finishes on their cabinet components prior to the final installation of doors, drawers, and trim. NOTE: this class will be limited to a maximum of four students and an additional follow-up session may be added at no extra charge to the students (pending instructor approval). OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Students can choose to use Cherry instead of Ambrosia Maple for a $100 upgrade fee (must be paid for at the time of registration; please call the store for more info).

Hand Tool 102

Tuesday, February 18, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the second part of our Hand Tool Series, students will learn the fundamental skills needed in hand-tool woodworking: planing, sawing, chopping, and paring. Students will practice these skills as they shape a Gottshall Block, a small project that will give students the skills to confidently make advanced woodworking projects by hand. NOTE: Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to use throughout this series, but it's not required.

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, February 20, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Spindle Turning 103: Taming of the Skew

Friday, February 21, 9 AM - 1 PM

The skew chisel can be a difficult tool to master, but once tamed, it could become your go-to turning chisel for spindle projects. Take this class to learn turning tips and sharpening techniques to help you master the skew! Typical projects include garden dibbles and miniature baseball bats.

Date Night: Pair of Turned Scoops

Friday, February 21, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn an ice cream scoop and a coffee scoop (total of two scoops per couple). Sign up today to make your next date night a great night

Turning with Carbide Tools

Saturday, February 22, 10 AM - 5 PM

Dive into the world of woodturning and learn how to create bowls using carbide cutting tools. For many, especially beginners, carbide tools offer a less challenging path to creating hand crafted bowls than traditional, bevel rubbing tools. This can lead to greater sense of accomplishment, satisfaction, and fun earlier in the learning process. The skills you learn in this class will become a permanent part of your tool kit no matter how far your interests take you. By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional bowls that showcase your woodworking talents. You will learn how to: • Mount and turn the bowl safely. • Judge pleasing form. • Rough turn the bowl. • Achieve uniform wall thickness. • Finish the bowl.

JTJ: Advanced Casework Joinery

Saturday, February 22, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will learn how to create sliding dovetail joinery for use in their future cabinet projects. The sliding dovetail is one of the strongest methods possible for joining the sides of cabinets and bookcases to tops, bottoms, and shelves, so mastering this joint is a real confidence booster for a beginner. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

JTJ: Joinery for Doors and Frames

Saturday, February 22, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this stop on the Joinery Journey, students will learn some of the most commonly used types of door-making joinery: cope-and-stick, half-lap, and haunched tenons. The class will cover best practices and multiple methods to tackle each type of joinery, and the students will then get hands-on practice with at least one method for each joint. While this class will practice the techniques by making a cabinet door, the skills learned can be applied to a wide range of door and frame styles and sizes. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a door(s) for a cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Box Making 102: Trapezoidal Mitered Box

Sunday, February 23, 2 PM - 5 PM

Join Bill the Box Elder for this fun series of box-making classes and make some of his all-time favorite designs! These classes can be taken in any order, and each box project will present students with unique challenges and cover new techniques, so no matter how many boxes you've made, you're sure to learn something new each time! In this particular session, Bill will guide students through the process of making a trapezoidal shaped box joined using keyed miter construction.

Woodworking Fundamentals II

Part 1: Tuesday, February 25, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, March 4, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 3: Tuesday, March 11, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 4: Tuesday, March 18, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, marking and measuring material, laying out and creating mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish. Students will discuss pros and cons of various woodworking joinery methods as they build a Shaker End Table. Some of the tools used during this session include the table saw, jointer, planer, router/router table, and handheld sanders.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 101: Boxes and Frames

Part 1: Thursday, February 27, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Friday, February 28, 9 AM - 5 PM

Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.

Spindle Turning 104: Knobs and Pulls

Thursday, February 27, 9 AM - 1 PM

Take this class to learn how to add value to your furniture projects by turning your own custom knobs and pulls! Students will learn about design, layout, and duplication in addition to honing their spindle turning skills. NOTE: This class can be paired with our Fine Furniture Series for students who want to turn their own knobs for their cabinets.

Bill's Birdhouse Class

Thursday, February 27, 6 PM - 9 PM

Bill's birdhouse class is just in time for nesting. Build a bluebird house with a door that opens for clean-out. Copper surrounds the opening so squirrels can't enter.

Spindle Turning 105: Table Legs

Friday, February 28, 9 AM - 1 PM

In the final session of our Spindle Turning Session, students will spend the class fine turning their skills with pommel cutting, beads, and coves as they turn a table leg. The course will also cover leg design, layout, and duplication. NOTE: Due to time and lathe constraints, students will be limited to one leg that's approximately 16" long. If you'd like to turn a complete set of legs up to 32" long, ask Wayne about scheduling a private session!

Ladies' Day in the Shop: Turned Ice Cream Scoop

Friday, February 28, 2 PM - 5 PM

Join Annelyse for this fun class to learn how to use the lathe to turn your own wooden projects! In this session, the students will turn an ice cream scoop! These classes always cover lathe safety and basic terminology along with the project turning process, so no prior experience is required. Please Note: This class is intended for ladies only.

Date Night: Plant Stand

Friday, February 28, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this session, couples will make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Each couple will leave with one completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot! Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 102: Dovetailed Drawers

Saturday, March 1, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating dovetailed drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, selecting the appropriate joinery, routing dovetails, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, March 1, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

JTJ: Joinery for Benches

Saturday, March 1, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this stop on our Joinery Journey, students will learn how to make Through Mortise-and-Tenon joinery and apply it to a bench making project! Students will learn a couple methods to tackle this type of joinery, as well as additional ways to strengthen the joint by adding wedges or pins. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will help construct the joinery for a bench that will be assembled later and donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Hand Tool 101

Saturday, March 1, 2 PM - 5 PM

This class lays the foundation for students looking to incorporate hand tools into their upcoming woodworking projects. Students will spend three hours learning how to select, sharpen, and use several of the core hand tools used in woodworking: bench chisels, block planes, smoothing planes, and scrapers (as time allows). NOTE: Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to sharpen and use throughout this series, but it's not required.

Bowl Turning 102: From Log to Bowl

Sunday, March 2, 10 AM - 5 PM

Students who take this class will learn how to safely process and turn their own bowl blanks, from a rough log all the way through the finished bowl! In addition to practicing turning techniques, some of the topics covered in this class include: processing logs with a chainsaw, prepping blanks on the bandsaw, turning green wood, drying blanks after initial turn, remounting to the lathe, and sanding and applying finishes.

Make a Bread Knife and Board

Sunday, March 2, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this class to make a bread knife and board, a great project to practice your woodworking skills while making something useful! Students will get hands-on practice with the table saw, bandsaw, planer, and router as the shape their boards and knife handles! As time allows, students will have the option to engrave a custom message or logo on the board!

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 103: Shaker Doors

Part 1: Monday, March 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Monday, March 10, 6 PM - 9 PM

In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors and drawer fronts from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors and drawer fronts will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Oil Finishing by Hand

Monday, March 3, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

More than an afterthought, more than simply preservation and protection, finishing is THE step that takes you from project to masterpiece. There is no better compliment to a fine functioning piece of woodwork than a deep, rich oil finish that is also easy to maintain. In this class, students will learn how hand rubbed oil finishes enhance both the beauty and livelihood of wood, a brief history of finishing, demonstrations of several brands and types of finishes, and the student will leave with a hardwood trivet (or cutting board?) with one coat of the finish of their choice and the know-how not only to keep it beautiful, but also to nourish the beauty as the years go by. Woodwork only gets more beautiful over time when hand rubbed oil finishes are used.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Part 1: Thursday, March 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, March 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, March 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Bandsaw Basics

Thursday, March 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to properly set up and safely use a bandsaw. We will discuss the different types and sizes of bandsaws, how to select the proper blade, and how to tune the tool to attain the best results. As time allows, we will also discuss and demonstrate various jigs and accessories that can increase the versatility of the bandsaw.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 103: Shaker Doors

Friday, March 7, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors and drawer fronts from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors and drawer fronts will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Date Night: Popper and Stopper

Friday, March 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn one bottle opener and one wine stopper. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Date Night: Kitchen Knife

Friday, March 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this session, couples will work together to make and attach the handle for a kitchen knife using one of our kits (paring or santoku knife). Each couple will leave with one completed knife. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Ladies' Night Out: Cookbook Holder

Friday, March 7, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join Annelyse for this class to use a variety of woodworking tools and make a fun project to take home! In this particular session, students will make a Cookbook/Tablet Holder. These classes always cover tool safety for each tool used during the session, so no prior experience is required! NOTE: This class is intended for ladies only.

Spindle Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, March 8, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this session if you want to learn more about the realm of spindle turning! Students will develop their turning skills as they discuss and practice a variety of different cuts including roughing, beads, coves, and pommels. A portion of the class will also be devoted to improving sharpening skills and understanding the proper use of additional turning chisels and gouges. Students will receive excellent hands-on instruction as they complete a spindle project, like a mallet or wand.

Spoon Carving 101

Saturday, March 8, 10 AM - 4 PM

Spoon carving is a fun, almost anywhere/anytime carving activity. Learn to select material for carving, rough out your blank, avoid injury, deal with tricky grain issues and how to finish your new spoon. Our instructor will share tips, provide feedback and help troubleshoot any difficulties you experience in completing your project.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Sunday, March 9, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Monday, March 10, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 104: Making Custom Trim

Tuesday, March 11, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make your own trim to match your cabinet or furniture projects! Topics covered include how to make toe kick skin, scribe material, light rail, and layered crown molding. Students will then get the opportunity to make two piece crown molding and a countertop for their cabinets. Note: while this can be taken as a standalone course, the dimensions of the crown molding and countertop are sized for the cabinets made in this series, and no alterations will be allowed.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 105: Applying Finishes

Thursday, March 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the fifth part of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking series, students will learn about the application of different types of paints and finishes. Topics covered include: preparing the surface for finishing; selecting stains, paints, and finishes; applying selected finishes; and troubleshooting common finishing issues. Students who have taken the previous cabinetmaking classes will be able to apply at least one coat of finish on their cabinets.

Knife Making 101

Thursday, March 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make a custom knife! Students will choose a knife blade, select from a variety of wood species for the handles, then work on attaching, shaping, sanding, and finishing the handles. Students will leave with a completed knife, ready to put to use.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 106: Installing Cabinets and Trim

Friday, March 14, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this session, students will receive hands-on practice with the final steps of the kitchen cabinetmaking process. Topics covered include: installing and adjusting doors and drawers, attaching pulls and knobs, and installing kitchen cabinets and trim. Students who completed the Making Custom Trim class will then be guided through the process of attaching layered crown molding on their wall cabinets, installing a countertop and casters on their base cabinets, and attaching knobs and pulls (brought from home or purchased during the class).

Bowl Turning 103: Platters

Friday, March 14, 9 AM - 1 PM

Students who take this session will learn how to apply bowl turning basics to the world of platter turning! Some of the specific techniques covered in this session include: proper chucking techniques, designing and laying out the project, chisels and scrapers to turn square platters, sanding, and applying finishes.

Date Night: Serving Tray

Friday, March 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will make a serving tray that can double as a table centerpiece. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

CNC Users Group

Friday, March 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join us for this free meeting of the CNC Users Group to share ideas and knowledge with other CNC enthusiasts!

Ladies' Day in the Shop: Turned Garden Tool

Saturday, March 15, 2 PM - 5 PM

Join Annelyse for this fun class to learn how to use the lathe to turn your own wooden projects! In this session, the students will turn one of the garden tools contained in our 3pc set (either a transplanter, a cultivator, or a weeder). These classes always cover lathe safety and basic terminology along with the project turning process, so no prior experience is required. Please Note: This class is intended for ladies only.

Woodworking Fundamentals II

Part 1: Sunday, March 16, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, March 23, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, marking and measuring material, laying out and creating mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish. Students will discuss pros and cons of various woodworking joinery methods as they build a Shaker End Table. Some of the tools used during this session include the table saw, jointer, planer, router/router table, and handheld sanders.

Artistic Turning 104: Embellishment by Design

Sunday, March 16, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class introduces you to the world of surface embellishment with rotary carving, woodburning, and branding. During this class you will take a dive into methods and techniques for adding design and texture to your work. • Explore intricate design and texturing alternatives. • Practice texturing. • Practice branding. • Plan and execute your own design. • NOTE: You may bring your own bowl, hollow form, or platter to embellish. If you don't have something to bring, don't worry. We'll have a project for you to use to learn and practice these skills!

Wood Burning 101

Monday, March 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn Pyrography, the art of fire-drawing! Topics covered include: safety, burner and tip selection, and image layout and transfer. Students will get hands-on practice burning on a basswood round blank.

Hand Tool 103

Part 1: Tuesday, March 18, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Wednesday, March 19, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the third part of our Hand Tool series, students will continue developing their skills as they make their own wooden hand plane! The tuition includes the materials needed for students to craft their own wooden jack plane, which they'll be able to take home and put to use or show off to family and friends!

Pen Turning 102: Making Resin Pen Blanks

Thursday, March 20, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.

CNC 100: INTRO TO CNCs

Friday, March 21, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn the lingo and process to begin your studies in all things CNC / Vectric (VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire). HARDWARE OVERVIEW: machine anatomy / specs, accessories, and tooling. SOFTWARE OVERVIEW: VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro & Aspire. FULL DEMO: Instructor will demo full CNC process … from design to machining. NOTE: No PC or software required. RECOMMENDED READING: None

Bowl Turning 104: Lidded Boxes

Saturday, March 22, 9 AM - 1 PM

In the final session of our Bowl Turning series, students will learn how to turn and finish lidded boxes. In addition to honing their turning skills, students will also learn about these topics: proper wood grain orientation, using and making jam chucks, designing lidded boxes, sanding, and applying finishes.

CNC 101: SOFTWARE BASICS

Saturday, March 22, 9 AM - 5 PM

Full day of hands-on software instruction using Vetric Software. Learn how to create a CNC job, design vectors using basic shapes and basic text, create basic toolpaths, and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. NOTE: Pair with CNC 102: Machining Basics. This basic course is required for ALL future CNC classes. RECOMMENDED READING: "CNC Router Essentials" or “Beginner’s Guide to CNC Machining in Wood”

Turning with Carbide Tools

Sunday, March 23, 10 AM - 5 PM

Dive into the world of woodturning and learn how to create bowls using carbide cutting tools. For many, especially beginners, carbide tools offer a less challenging path to creating hand crafted bowls than traditional, bevel rubbing tools. This can lead to greater sense of accomplishment, satisfaction, and fun earlier in the learning process. The skills you learn in this class will become a permanent part of your tool kit no matter how far your interests take you. By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional bowls that showcase your woodworking talents. You will learn how to: • Mount and turn the bowl safely. • Judge pleasing form. • Rough turn the bowl. • Achieve uniform wall thickness. • Finish the bowl.

CNC 102: MACHINING BASICS

Sunday, March 23, 1 PM - 5 PM

Follow up lab to CNC 101: Software Basics. Learn CNC machining basics by doing … students will machine projects they designed the day before. TOPICS: using fences and hold-downs, changing bits, touching off Z, and more. NOTE: This basic course is required for ALL future CNC classes. RECOMMENDED READING: "CNC Router Essentials" or “Beginner’s Guide to CNC Machining in Wood”

JTJ: Basic Table Joinery

Tuesday, March 25, 6 PM - 9 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will focus on learning joinery methods for making basic tables. The class will begin with a discussion on several common methods to tackle leg-to-apron joinery, including dowels, dominos, and pocket screws. Students will then utilize at least one of these methods to create the joinery for an end table. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make an end table that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Box Making 103: Continuous Grain

Thursday, March 27, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Join Bill the Box Elder for this fun series of box-making classes and make some of his all-time favorite designs! These classes can be taken in any order, and each box project will present students with unique challenges and cover new techniques, so no matter how many boxes you've made, you're sure to learn something new each time! In this particular session, Bill will guide students through the process of making a continuous grain box with mitered top and sides using a clever v-cut process on the table saw. Don't miss this new edition to our line-up!

Pen Turning 103: Turning Resin Pen Blanks

Thursday, March 27, 6 PM - 9 PM

Students who choose to continue their pen turning journey will experience the process of de-molding and processing the blanks created in Pen Turning 102 before turning them into a beautiful, one of a kind pen!

Date Night: Plant Stand

Friday, March 28, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this session, couples will make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Each couple will leave with one completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot! Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Furniture Making 101: Wall Cabinet

Part 1: Saturday, March 29, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, April 5, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 3: Saturday, April 12, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 4: Saturday, April 19, 9 AM - 5 PM

If you've completed our Woodworking Fundamentals I class and are looking to continue developing your skills by diving into the world of furniture making, this class is for you! Students will spend four days honing their skills by building an heirloom quality wall cabinet using traditional casework techniques. Highlights of the class include: sharpening, tuning, and using hand planes; dimensioning and smoothing lumber; creating sliding dovetail, dado, shiplap, and rabbeted joinery; making and applying cove and cockbead molding; making a raised panel door; and mortising for hinges. With a smaller class size, students can be confident they will receive personalized instruction as they tackle the project and create their masterpiece. OPTIONAL UPGRADE: Students can upgrade their primary wood to Walnut for an additional $100 (due at the time of registration).

Pen Turning 104: Pen Turning Marathon

Saturday, March 29, 10 AM - 5 PM

Spend a full day turning as many pens as you can! After a review of the pen turning process, students will be let loose on the lathes and can turn as many pens as they want, including at least one wooden and one acrylic! When the dust settles at the end of the day, students can choose two of their pens to take home and the rest will be donated to our Turn For Troops program. NOTE: Pen Turning 101 or prior pen turning experience required for this class.

JTJ: Advanced Table Joinery

Saturday, March 29, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this session of our Joinery series, students will learn how to create Stopped Mortise-and-Tenon joinery for a table project. This type of traditional joinery is widely considered one of the strongest joints possible, and this class will review several methods of creating the joinery and achieving a perfect fitting tenon. As time allows, the class will also cover techniques for strengthening the joint even more, including drawbore and pinning the tenon. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make an end table that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

JTJ: Joinery for Tabletops and Panels

Saturday, March 29, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will focus on learning common joinery methods used for tabletops and panels. The class will begin with a discussion on these types of edge joints, including splines, tongue-and-groove, dominos, and biscuits. Students will then receive hands-on practice with at least one of these methods to make a panel that will be shaped into a tabletop. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a table top that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Part 1: Thursday, April 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, April 10, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, April 3, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, April 5, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Sunday, April 6, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Sharpening Turning Tools

Sunday, April 6, 2 PM - 5 PM

I'm not sure who originally said it, but it still holds true today. A turner is only as good as his/her sharpening skills. Yes, our Bowl Turning 101 touches on sharpening; however, we are hoping that since this class is limited to 3 students, it will allow for more in depth and personalized instruction. Our goal is to help each student understand things like the different types of steel used in turning gouges, the different types of equipment used to ensure positive and repeatable results, the different types of grinds for the different tools in our tool roll, and other tips and tricks related to sharp turning tools. This course is targeted at relatively new turners, or those that just don't think they are getting the most out of the tools they've already acquired. Our aim for this three hour hands-on course is to spend about 25% of the class time in a lecture/question/demo format coupled with the remaining time being spent sharpening your tools. If you own your own tools and already have (or are considering purchasing) the Oneway Wolverine jig and a slow speed grinder, this class is for you. You will need your own high speed steel tools that include a bowl gouge, a spindle gouge, a spindle roughing gouge, a skew, a parting tool, and a scraper.

Finishing with Rubio Monocoat

Monday, April 7, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Rubio Monocoat is fast becoming the finish of choice for woodworkers both professional and hobbyist. This class will teach you everything you need to know to use this finish like an expert. Everything will be covered! History of rubio, woodchoice, preparation, water-popping, application of the oil, use of Rubio Precolor stains, deciding on degree of luster and how to increase it, mixing of Precolor stains AND mixing of the Monocoat Oil 2C to achieve the exact colors you’re looking for. Knowing how to expertly repair Rubio Monocoat finish when the dreaded accident happens. We will also review the Rubio Monocoat system and how their products work together for excellence in finishing. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to layout your finishing project and plan each and every step you will need to complete to finish a beautiful project your friends will envy

Table Saw Basics

Tuesday, April 8, 6 PM - 9 PM

The table saw is the workhorse of most wood shops, so if you're new to woodworking, this is a great class to learn how to safely use this tool. After learning about table saw safety, students will get hands-on practice using the rip fence, miter gauge, crosscut sled, and dado stack.

Woodworking Fundamentals II

Part 1: Friday, April 11, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 13, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, marking and measuring material, laying out and creating mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish. Students will discuss pros and cons of various woodworking joinery methods as they build a Shaker End Table. Some of the tools used during this session include the table saw, jointer, planer, router/router table, and handheld sanders.

Date Night: Pair of Turned Pens

Friday, April 11, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn a pair of wooden pens (each person will turn one pen). Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Spindle Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, April 12, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this session if you want to learn more about the realm of spindle turning! Students will develop their turning skills as they discuss and practice a variety of different cuts including roughing, beads, coves, and pommels. A portion of the class will also be devoted to improving sharpening skills and understanding the proper use of additional turning chisels and gouges. Students will receive excellent hands-on instruction as they complete a spindle project, like a mallet or wand.

Chip Carving 101

Saturday, April 12, 10 AM - 4 PM

Chip carving is a great way to begin woodcarving using only one or two knives. It is one of the oldest kinds of decorative woodcarving used to embellish boxes, furniture, spoons, plaques, plates and more. Students will learn how to sharpen carving knives properly, transfer/layout patterns and to carve borders, grids, rosettes and letters. We will complete a simple chip carved project and explore a finishing technique to highlight your chip carved pattern.

Scroll Saw 101

Monday, April 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Let us introduce you to the scroll saw and its potential to create both beautiful and useful pieces of work! Topics covered include: tool selection and set up, safety techniques, blade selection, and sawing applications like fretwork and puzzle making. By the end of the session, each student will complete at least one scrollsawn project.

JTJ: Basic Casework Joinery

Tuesday, April 15, 6 PM - 9 PM

In this stop on the Joinery Journey, students will focus on learning how to use rabbets and dados to create the joinery needed to make a cabinet. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a wall cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 101: Boxes and Frames

Part 1: Thursday, April 17, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Friday, April 18, 9 AM - 5 PM

Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.

Knife Making 101

Thursday, April 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make a custom knife! Students will choose a knife blade, select from a variety of wood species for the handles, then work on attaching, shaping, sanding, and finishing the handles. Students will leave with a completed knife, ready to put to use.

Spindle Turning 102: From Firewood to Handle

Friday, April 18, 9 AM - 3 PM

Take this class to learn how to turn a piece of firewood into the handle for your own turning tool! That's right, the tuition includes the cost of an unhandled 3/8" Spindle Gouge and students will leave with their own custom made handle for it! Students will continue developing their spindle turning skills in addition to learning how to process the firewood and turn into a usable blank. NOTE: Please register as early as possible so we can make sure to have enough of the unhandled tools on hand (they have a lengthy leadtime).

Date Night: Floating Shelves

Friday, April 18, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. Couples in this session will make a pair of floating shelves, complete with the necessary hardware to take home and install! Sign up today to make your next date a great night!

CNC Users Group

Friday, April 18, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join us for this free meeting of the CNC Users Group to share ideas and knowledge with other CNC enthusiasts!

Artistic Turning 101: Natural Edge Bowl

Saturday, April 19, 10 AM - 5 PM

A natural edge bowl is created when you turn a bowl from a log such that the bark stays on the rim of the bowl. Sounds complicated but it really isn't. Take this class and we will take all the mystery out of it, from how to get started, to balancing the rim and sanding the finished product. If you really want to impress your friends with a unique bowl, come take this class!

Artistic Turning 102: Intro to Hollowing

Sunday, April 20, 10 AM - 5 PM

This is the class to take if you're interested in learning how to hollow vessels, vases, and urns! You will receive an orientation and demonstration of various types of hollowing tools and methods as well as guidelines for good form. Then you will use gouges and hollowing tools to create your own end grain hollow vessel. Your instructor will help you choose the shape to turn based on your current skill level. You will complete the course with a completed vessel, and you will be armed with the knowledge and skills to pursue new challenges as you explore the world of hollow forms. Students will… • Understand and practice lathe safety. • Practice using gouges and hollowing tools. • Turn a small hollow form from a dry wood blank.

JTJ: Advanced Casework Joinery

Sunday, April 20, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will learn how to create sliding dovetail joinery for use in their future cabinet projects. The sliding dovetail is one of the strongest methods possible for joining the sides of cabinets and bookcases to tops, bottoms, and shelves, so mastering this joint is a real confidence booster for a beginner. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

JTJ: Joinery for Doors and Frames

Sunday, April 20, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this stop on the Joinery Journey, students will learn some of the most commonly used types of door-making joinery: cope-and-stick, half-lap, and haunched tenons. The class will cover best practices and multiple methods to tackle each type of joinery, and the students will then get hands-on practice with at least one method for each joint. While this class will practice the techniques by making a cabinet door, the skills learned can be applied to a wide range of door and frame styles and sizes. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make a door(s) for a cabinet that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Hand Tool 101

Tuesday, April 22, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class lays the foundation for students looking to incorporate hand tools into their upcoming woodworking projects. Students will spend three hours learning how to select, sharpen, and use several of the core hand tools used in woodworking: bench chisels, block planes, smoothing planes, and scrapers (as time allows). NOTE: Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to sharpen and use throughout this series, but it's not required.

Box Making 104: Curved Box Joint

Part 1: Wednesday, April 23, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, April 24, 6 PM - 9 PM

Join Bill the Box Elder for this fun series of box-making classes and make some of his all-time favorite designs! These classes can be taken in any order, and each box project will present students with unique challenges and cover new techniques, so no matter how many boxes you've made, you're sure to learn something new each time! In this particular session, Bill will guide students through the process of making a beautiful box that features box joint construction, curved sides, and a floating bottom. Don't miss this chance to spend a full day with our box-making guru!

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, April 24, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 102: Dovetailed Drawers

Friday, April 25, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating dovetailed drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, selecting the appropriate joinery, routing dovetails, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Spindle Turning 103: Taming of the Skew

Friday, April 25, 9 AM - 1 PM

The skew chisel can be a difficult tool to master, but once tamed, it could become your go-to turning chisel for spindle projects. Take this class to learn turning tips and sharpening techniques to help you master the skew! Typical projects include garden dibbles and miniature baseball bats.

Date Night: Pair of Turned Scoops

Friday, April 25, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn an ice cream scoop and a coffee scoop (total of two scoops per couple). Sign up today to make your next date night a great night

Date Night: Plant Stand

Friday, April 25, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this session, couples will make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Each couple will leave with one completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot! Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Woodworking Fundamentals III

Part 1: Saturday, April 26, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, May 3, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the final part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will spend two days designing and making a bookcase project out of plywood and hardwood. New topics covered during this session include designing casework, processing sheet goods, cutting curves, laying out and creating joinery for casework, and routing and applying millwork. Students will leave with a beautiful maple bookcase and a greater confidence to apply their skills to future woodworking projects.

Turning with Carbide Tools

Saturday, April 26, 10 AM - 5 PM

Dive into the world of woodturning and learn how to create bowls using carbide cutting tools. For many, especially beginners, carbide tools offer a less challenging path to creating hand crafted bowls than traditional, bevel rubbing tools. This can lead to greater sense of accomplishment, satisfaction, and fun earlier in the learning process. The skills you learn in this class will become a permanent part of your tool kit no matter how far your interests take you. By the end of the class, you'll have the skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional bowls that showcase your woodworking talents. You will learn how to: • Mount and turn the bowl safely. • Judge pleasing form. • Rough turn the bowl. • Achieve uniform wall thickness. • Finish the bowl.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 103: Shaker Doors

Sunday, April 27, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors and drawer fronts from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors and drawer fronts will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 104: Making Custom Trim

Tuesday, April 29, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make your own trim to match your cabinet or furniture projects! Topics covered include how to make toe kick skin, scribe material, light rail, and layered crown molding. Students will then get the opportunity to make two piece crown molding and a countertop for their cabinets. Note: while this can be taken as a standalone course, the dimensions of the crown molding and countertop are sized for the cabinets made in this series, and no alterations will be allowed.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 105: Applying Finishes

Thursday, May 1, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the fifth part of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking series, students will learn about the application of different types of paints and finishes. Topics covered include: preparing the surface for finishing; selecting stains, paints, and finishes; applying selected finishes; and troubleshooting common finishing issues. Students who have taken the previous cabinetmaking classes will be able to apply at least one coat of finish on their cabinets.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Part 1: Thursday, May 1, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, May 8, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Pen Turning 101: The Basics

Thursday, May 1, 6 PM - 9 PM

In the first part of our pen-turning series, students will learn the basic parts and terminology of the lathe after a discussion of safety. They will be shown how to prepare a pen blank (small piece of wood) for turning. Next, they will turn a pen under the watchful eyes of our instructors. After applying a finish, each student will leave with a completed pen that he/she can show to friends and family. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be VERY addictive!

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 106: Installing Cabinets and Trim

Friday, May 2, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this session, students will receive hands-on practice with the final steps of the kitchen cabinetmaking process. Topics covered include: installing and adjusting doors and drawers, attaching pulls and knobs, and installing kitchen cabinets and trim. Students who completed the Making Custom Trim class will then be guided through the process of attaching layered crown molding on their wall cabinets, installing a countertop and casters on their base cabinets, and attaching knobs and pulls (brought from home or purchased during the class).

Spindle Turning 104: Knobs and Pulls

Friday, May 2, 9 AM - 1 PM

Take this class to learn how to add value to your furniture projects by turning your own custom knobs and pulls! Students will learn about design, layout, and duplication in addition to honing their spindle turning skills. NOTE: This class can be paired with our Fine Furniture Series for students who want to turn their own knobs for their cabinets.

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Saturday, May 3, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

Traditional Carving 101

Saturday, May 3, 10 AM - 4 PM

Let local carving legend, Larry Ridge, introduce you to the world of carving in this all day course! He'll cover all of the basics including safety, chisel options, wood blank selection, proper carving techniques, and basic sharpening techniques. Students will be able to apply their newfound knowledge by shaping an owl's head.

Woodworking Fundamentals I

Sunday, May 4, 10 AM - 5 PM

This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed cutting board and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!

Bowl Turning 102: From Log to Bowl

Sunday, May 4, 10 AM - 5 PM

Students who take this class will learn how to safely process and turn their own bowl blanks, from a rough log all the way through the finished bowl! In addition to practicing turning techniques, some of the topics covered in this class include: processing logs with a chainsaw, prepping blanks on the bandsaw, turning green wood, drying blanks after initial turn, remounting to the lathe, and sanding and applying finishes.

Kitchen Cabinetmaking 101: Boxes and Frames

Part 1: Monday, May 5, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Monday, May 12, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 3: Monday, May 19, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 4: Monday, June 2, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.

Prepping for the Perfect Finish

Monday, May 5, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Ending with the perfect finish on a great project takes thought, planning and careful consideration. Your experience with different tools will most likely also decide the finish you choose and the steps to prepare for the application of the finish. In this class the instructor will cover some of the common finishes, the options for preparing the wood to best accept the finish and alternative preparation paths to assure you hit the mark for your project. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to layout your finishing project starting with preparation based on the finish type, and plan each and every step you will need to complete a beautiful project your friends will envy. (Optional class tools apron, and card scrapers).

Router Basics

Tuesday, May 6, 6 PM - 9 PM

The router is one of the more versatile tools in the wood shop, but it can be very intimidating to a beginner. Take this workshop to learn more about selecting routers, using them safely, choosing the proper bits, and increasing the router's versatility by mounting it to a table and utilizing various jigs and accessories.

Spindle Turning 105: Table Legs

Friday, May 9, 9 AM - 1 PM

In the final session of our Spindle Turning Session, students will spend the class fine turning their skills with pommel cutting, beads, and coves as they turn a table leg. The course will also cover leg design, layout, and duplication. NOTE: Due to time and lathe constraints, students will be limited to one leg that's approximately 16" long. If you'd like to turn a complete set of legs up to 32" long, ask Wayne about scheduling a private session!

Date Night: Popper and Stopper

Friday, May 9, 6 PM - 9 PM

Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this particular session, couples will turn one bottle opener and one wine stopper. Sign up today to make your next date night a great night!

Woodworking Fundamentals II

Part 1: Saturday, May 10, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, May 11, 9 AM - 5 PM

In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, marking and measuring material, laying out and creating mortise and tenon joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish. Students will discuss pros and cons of various woodworking joinery methods as they build a Shaker End Table. Some of the tools used during this session include the table saw, jointer, planer, router/router table, and handheld sanders.

Bowl Turning 103: Platters

Saturday, May 10, 9 AM - 1 PM

Students who take this session will learn how to apply bowl turning basics to the world of platter turning! Some of the specific techniques covered in this session include: proper chucking techniques, designing and laying out the project, chisels and scrapers to turn square platters, sanding, and applying finishes.

Scroll Saw 101

Saturday, May 10, 10 AM - 1 PM

Let us introduce you to the scroll saw and its potential to create both beautiful and useful pieces of work! Topics covered include: tool selection and set up, safety techniques, blade selection, and sawing applications like fretwork and puzzle making. By the end of the session, each student will complete at least one scrollsawn project.

Scroll Saw 102

Saturday, May 10, 2 PM - 5 PM

In this follow up class to our introductory session, students will build upon the basics as they tackle more complex fretwork utilizing the spiral blade! The projects in this class will take on a seasonal theme throughout the year, including Valentine's, Easter, and Christmas, so stay tuned to see what fun projects we'll be tackling each season!

Spindle Turning 101: The Basics

Sunday, May 11, 10 AM - 5 PM

Take this session if you want to learn more about the realm of spindle turning! Students will develop their turning skills as they discuss and practice a variety of different cuts including roughing, beads, coves, and pommels. A portion of the class will also be devoted to improving sharpening skills and understanding the proper use of additional turning chisels and gouges. Students will receive excellent hands-on instruction as they complete a spindle project, like a mallet or wand.

Bowl Turning 101: The Basics

Part 1: Monday, May 12, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, May 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

This class is for those who want to learn how to use the lathe to turn blocks of wood into beautiful bowls! The class will begin with a review of lathe safety before beginning the hands-on portion of selecting and sharpening turning tools, mounting blanks to the lathe, turning and sanding techniques, and applying a food safe finish. Students will leave with a better understanding of wood turning and a completed bowl.

JTJ: Basic Table Joinery

Tuesday, May 13, 6 PM - 9 PM

In this session of our Journey Thru Joinery, students will focus on learning basic table joinery methods that can be applied to a wide variety of table sizes and styles. The class will begin with a discussion on several common methods to tackle leg-to-apron joinery, including dowels, dominos, and pocket screws. Students will then utilize at least one of these methods to create the joinery for an end table. NOTE: Students will not leave with a completed project, but instead will work together to make an end table that will be donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Pen Turning 102: Making Resin Pen Blanks

Thursday, May 15, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.

Knife Making 101

Thursday, May 15, 6 PM - 9 PM

Take this class to learn how to make a custom knife! Students will choose a knife blade, select from a variety of wood species for the handles, then work on attaching, shaping, sanding, and finishing the handles. Students will leave with a completed knife, ready to put to use.