Build a Gerstner 1600 Tote

Sunday, June 30, 9 AM - 5 PM

When you need the right tools for the job, but not all your tools, the Gerstner 1600 Tote Case is a perfect solution. With an interior space of 15″ wide, 4-3/4″ tall and 7″ deep, and a removeable interior tray, it offers ample space to carry the tools needed for a specific job as well as art supplies or collectibles. The hardwood construction and felt lining help keep damaging moisture out to keep contents rust-free. The completed 1600 Tote Case makes a memorable gift, especially for new homeowners and newlyweds, or as a treasured project to share together with kids or grandchildren. What makes it doubly special is that you made it yourself.  Made of Quarter-sawn White Oak, Nickel hardware, and felt-lined.  Hardwood helps pull moisture away from contents to keep tools rust-free.  Parts are pre-machined joinery cut.  Can be completed by novice or skilled makers.

Intro to Woodturning

Saturday, July 6, 9 AM - 5 PM

Want to learn the basics of wood turning or refresh your skills from Jr. High shop class? This class covers the basics, including shop and lathe safety, tool identification and selection, mounting wood to the lathe and wood selection. In the first half of the class students will turn the handle for a 1/4" turning tool to take home. In the second half they will work on a small project determined by the instructor.

River Table End Table

Part 1: Sunday, July 7, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 14, 9 AM - 5 PM

In this class Ashley G and Ashley F will teach you how to build a river table (end table sized) top. They will cover the construction of a basic shop made mold. The process of preparing the material as well as the measuring, mixing, and pouring of resin. Uses of pigments, curing processes, and demolding results. Finally, preparing and finishing the table top for use. They will also touch on the different types of resin, variations in mold construction, as well as a variety of finishing techniques.