Woodcraft of Rockville

End Grain Cutting Boards

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

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

Part 3: Wednesday, January 15, 6 PM - 9 PM

This is a three-night class to learn how make a 9" x 11" end grain cutting board using assorted hard woods, i.e. maple, cherry, walnut or purpleheart. Students will learn to mill rough wood, design their cutting board and coasters, glue up and clamp the design on the first evening. The second session will include jointing, planing, and a second glue up. The final session will focus on sanding and finishing the cutting board.

Whittling and Introduction to Wood Carving

Part 1: Tuesday, January 14, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, January 21, 6 PM - 9 PM

Students will learn knife etiquette, basic cuts (stop, push and pull cuts) and a few extended/intermediate cuts, as well as how to care for and maintain your carving knife.

Foundations Of Pen Making

Friday, January 17, 6 PM - 9 PM

Learn how to make your own exotic wooden pens and pencils using a lathe.