Woodcraft of Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

Splined Miter Box

Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Build precision and confidence at the table saw while creating a beautiful, functional splined miter box. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to safely and accurately cut 45° miters using a sled, create clean dado cuts, and reinforce your joinery with decorative splines. Along the way, we’ll cover essential setup techniques, tool control, and tips for repeatable accuracy skills you can apply to countless future projects. By the end, you’ll leave with a finished piece and a stronger foundation for working at the table saw.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, September 27, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Curious about woodworking but not sure where to begin? Start here! This hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the tools, techniques, and fundamentals of the modern woodworking shop. You’ll gain practical experience using a wide range of common hand and power tools—including the table saw, jointer, planer, bandsaw, drum sander, drill press, and more—as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to take home. Along the way, we’ll cover essential topics like wood selection and preparation, basic joinery, gluing, and finishing techniques. You'll walk away with the skills and confidence to begin your woodworking journey—and knowledge that will last a lifetime. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when the next session is scheduled.

Beginning Kumiko

Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Kumiko is the ancient Japanese technique of assembling intricate geometric wooden lattices. Found in fine furniture and architecture, these panels add elegance to cabinets, doors, and boxes. In this class, you will: Learn design layout for a Kumiko pattern. Build custom jigs to achieve perfect, repeatable angles. Mill and fit individual components using traditional methods. You will walk away with a completed Kumiko panel and the fundamental skills for high-precision joinery.