Woodcraft of Downingtown

$300.00

Beginner/Intermediate

CNC Crafting 101

with Bob Kraut

Saturday, January 25, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Join us at WoodCraft in Downingtown, PA, for an immersive introduction to CNC crafting. Led by Bob Kraut, an experienced hand in CNC and Laser Engraving, this 4-hour workshop offers a gentle deep-dive into the Vectric Aspire software. From foundational design principles to hands-on crafting, participants will leave with the skills and satisfaction of creating their own custom sign in a supportive, small-group setting.

$0.00

Intermediate

Turned Lidded Boxes

with Greg Turner

Sunday, January 26, 12 PM - 3:30 PM

Expand on your previously learned bowl turning skills. In this class we will turn a fitted lidded box.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, January 26, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

$995.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Woodworking Fundamentals

with Tom Temple

Part 1: Monday, January 27, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Monday, February 3, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 3: Monday, February 10, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 4: Monday, February 17, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

In this 4-part class you will gain knowledge and learn the proper techniques to turn rough cut lumber into a finished 3D cutting board. These beautiful cutting boards sell in kitchen stores for up to $450; this class will teach you why they are worth the cost. You will use woodworking shop equipment including the jointer, planer, bandsaw and table saw to turn rough cut lumber direct from the mill into dimensioned lumber. Then, using the lumber you milled, you will go through multiple cuts, glue ups, and sanding utilizing the drum sander to create your own beautifully crafted end grain 3D cutting board.

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$125.00

All Levels

Table Saw Basics

with Tom Temple

Tuesday, January 28, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.

$130.00

All Levels

Sharpening Chisels, Plane Blades, Cabinet And Card

with Steve Garrison

Saturday, February 1, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Steve will guide you through the steps necessary to give you a keen edge on these tools. This class will focus on using wet/dry sandpaper in various grits, however the information will be relevant to water stones and oil stones as well. Come and enjoy this class, one I am sure you will use frequently in the shop.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, February 2, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

$165.00

All Levels

Introduction To The Router And Router Table

with Tom DeBeradinis

Saturday, February 8, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Router Basics and Router Table have been consolidated into a single course covering the safe use and operation of both machines. Your instructor covers the safety considerations, equipment selection, bit selection and techniques to use these versatile tools. .

$170.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Turn Your First Bowl

with Greg Turner

Sunday, February 9, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!

$250.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Design 101

with Tom Temple

Part 1: Tuesday, February 11, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, February 18, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

This class will help both the beginner and Intermediate develop the skills to bring a new project from concept through construction. In this two part class students will: - Develop a project concept. - Create working drawings, including detailed measurement and construction details. - Develop a materials list and cut sheet. - Utilizing the newly created plan, students will build their project. Project construction will utilize the use of the band saw, jointer, planer, table saw along with other shop tools. If you are looking to learn to design your own projects, this is the class for you!

$0.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Candle Stick Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, February 16, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Learn more advanced turning techniques while crafting your own one of a kind candle stick with Mike.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, February 23, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

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$125.00

All Levels

Table Saw Basics

with Tom Temple

Tuesday, February 25, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.

$130.00

All Levels

Machine Cut Dovetails On The Porter Cable Jig

with Drew Knight

Thursday, February 27, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Learn to make perfect dovetail joints using a router and the Porter Cable 4200 series dovetail jig. You will create sample joints half blind dovetails. Setup and tuning of the joints will be explained and demonstrated.

$150.00

All Levels

Hand Cut Dovetail Construction

with Steve Garrison

Saturday, March 1, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

The dovetail is one of the strongest and most attractive joints used in woodworking. Learn to hand cut dovetails with ease and accuracy in this great introductory class.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, March 2, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

$130.00

All Levels

Band Saw Basics

with Drew Knight

Tuesday, March 4, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

When you get acquainted with a band saw, you'll be amazed at how important and useful it can be. This introductory course will cover many uses of the band saw and help you maximize your use of this versatile tool.

$300.00

Beginner/Intermediate

CNC Crafting 101

with Bob Kraut

Saturday, March 8, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Join us at WoodCraft in Downingtown, PA, for an immersive introduction to CNC crafting. Led by Bob Kraut, an experienced hand in CNC and Laser Engraving, this 4-hour workshop offers a gentle deep-dive into the Vectric Aspire software. From foundational design principles to hands-on crafting, participants will leave with the skills and satisfaction of creating their own custom sign in a supportive, small-group setting.

$170.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Turn Your First Bowl

with Greg Turner

Sunday, March 9, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!

$155.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Cheese Board

with Tom Temple

Saturday, March 15, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Create a custom routed cheese board, perfect for snacking or get-togethers! This finished piece is aprox. 11" by 6 1/2".

$80.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Candle Stick Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, March 16, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Learn more advanced turning techniques while crafting your own one of a kind candle stick with Mike.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, March 23, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

$125.00

All Levels

Table Saw Basics

with Tom Temple

Tuesday, March 25, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.

$200.00

ALL

Build Your First Cabinet With Tom Temple

with Tom Temple

Part 1: Saturday, April 5, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 6, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Have you ever thought about building your own cabinets? Tom will walk you through the steps to building your first cabinet. This cabinet will include a faceframe and a door. Come join the class that will give you the confidence to tackle your own cabinet projects.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, April 6, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

$250.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Design 101

with Tom Temple

Part 1: Tuesday, April 8, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, April 15, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

This class will help both the beginner and Intermediate develop the skills to bring a new project from concept through construction. In this two part class students will: - Develop a project concept. - Create working drawings, including detailed measurement and construction details. - Develop a materials list and cut sheet. - Utilizing the newly created plan, students will build their project. Project construction will utilize the use of the band saw, jointer, planer, table saw along with other shop tools. If you are looking to learn to design your own projects, this is the class for you!

$165.00

All Levels

Introduction To The Router And Router Table

with Tom DeBeradinis

Saturday, April 12, 9:30 AM - 2 PM

Router Basics and Router Table have been consolidated into a single course covering the safe use and operation of both machines. Your instructor covers the safety considerations, equipment selection, bit selection and techniques to use these versatile tools. .

$0.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Candle Stick Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, April 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Learn more advanced turning techniques while crafting your own one of a kind candle stick with Mike.

$300.00

Beginner/Intermediate

CNC Crafting 101

with Bob Kraut

Saturday, April 19, 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Join us at WoodCraft in Downingtown, PA, for an immersive introduction to CNC crafting. Led by Bob Kraut, an experienced hand in CNC and Laser Engraving, this 4-hour workshop offers a gentle deep-dive into the Vectric Aspire software. From foundational design principles to hands-on crafting, participants will leave with the skills and satisfaction of creating their own custom sign in a supportive, small-group setting.

$995.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Woodworking Fundamentals

with Tom Temple

Part 1: Monday, April 21, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Monday, April 28, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Part 3: Monday, May 5, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Part 4: Monday, May 12, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

In this 4-part class you will gain knowledge and learn the proper techniques to turn rough cut lumber into a finished 3D cutting board. These beautiful cutting boards sell in kitchen stores for up to $450; this class will teach you why they are worth the cost. You will use woodworking shop equipment including the jointer, planer, bandsaw and table saw to turn rough cut lumber direct from the mill into dimensioned lumber. Then, using the lumber you milled, you will go through multiple cuts, glue ups, and sanding utilizing the drum sander to create your own beautifully crafted end grain 3D cutting board.

$130.00

All Levels

Machine Cut Dovetails On The Porter Cable Jig

with Drew Knight

Thursday, April 24, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Learn to make perfect dovetail joints using a router and the Porter Cable 4200 series dovetail jig. You will create sample joints half blind dovetails. Setup and tuning of the joints will be explained and demonstrated.

$130.00

All Levels

Turn A Pen - An Intro To Pen Turning

with Mike Flipovic

Sunday, April 27, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Welcome to the exciting world of pen turning! This class is made for all ages eight and up. Starting with a nice piece of wood and some hardware, by the end of class you have a beautiful, functional pen you made yourself. Learn the fundamentals of creating a pen, from wood and tool selection to proper lathe techniques and finishing.

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$125.00

All Levels

Table Saw Basics

with Tom Temple

Tuesday, April 29, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

If you are thinking about buying a tablesaw or have recently purchased one. This class is designed to introduce the beginning woodworker to this versatile tool and its many uses. We will cover table saw set up, ripping, cross cuts and more.