Kumiko Tea Box

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

Part 2: Sunday, June 30, 9 AM - 5 PM

"Kumiko is a quiet and thoughtful technique that requires patience and precision. The ancient Japanese woodworking technique consists of making patterns from small pieces of interlocking wood. In this course, your instructor would walk you through the steps needed to create delicate pieces of art with wood. Discover how to seamlessly blend art and craftsmanship by mastering the use of geometry, patterns, and clean lines. Take your woodworking skill to the next level. By the end of the course every student will have created a small tea box with a Kumiko pattern on the lid."

Introduction to Woodworking I

Part 1: Saturday, July 6, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 7, 9 AM - 5 PM

With Intro to Woodworking I, the student will learn the basic aspects, safety measures and uses of power tools and furniture assembly procedures. You will complete a small wall hanging cabinet. You will gain hands-on experience with basic joinery' how to "4 square" a board as well as hardware installation by the end of the last session. All materials will be supplied.

Pen Turning

Saturday, July 13, 9 AM - 5 PM

Improve your turning skills making two pens with wood blanks. Also learn sanding and finishing fundamentals. Use your creative talents to fashion a pen that you will be proud to show to all of your friends and say, "I made this".