Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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504 Ogden Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Hours of Operations

Sunday

11AM - 4PM

Monday

9AM - 6PM

Tuesday

9AM - 6PM

Wednesday

9AM - 6PM

Thursday

9AM - 6PM

Friday

9AM - 6PM

Saturday

9AM - 5PM

Retail store pricing may vary from internet or catalog pricing.

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Woodworking Classes in Downers Grove

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$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Mastering The Tablesaw

with Don Washow

Friday, November 15, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

This is a full day hands on table saw class using the new Saw Stop table saw. The class starts off with a discussion on equipment tune up and saw blade selection, then moves quickly to safety procedures and hands on experience. Planning your cuts, saw set up, the correct use of push sticks, feather boards, hold downs, and guards will be explained. You will practice ripping, crosscutting on a sled, cut dadoes, Cut rabbets, and learn to cut tenons. Don will explain how to build his favorite jigs and fixtures and demonstrate them for you. Extensive handouts will be provided.

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$90.00

All Levels

Setting Up Shop

with Don Washow

Sunday, November 17, 11:30 AM - 4 PM

Don knows that good planning and organization are the first steps towards successful wood working. Through out his career, Don has set up many different shops, small and large, temporary and permanent, all efficient enough to make a living in. He will explain to you how he reads a space then transforms it into a working shop. Tool selection, work stations, tool and material storage, dust collection, electrical, lighting, along with layout procedures and the importance of a scaled floor plan will be covered. Steps to create a detailed electrical plan will be discussed. He will explain all the ins and outs of setting up and surviving in a small space. You will be amazed at how efficient and comfortable any size shop can be.

$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Mastering The Router

with Don Washow

Friday, November 22, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Understanding the different types of routers available and their use is one of the most useful subjects in the woodworking industry. Among the topics covered will be general router operation, maintenance, safety, router bit selection, and operating techniques. Don will introduce you to and you will operate the following routers: Bosch 1617EVS 2 ¼ H.P. combo kit, Bosch 2.3 H.P. combo kit, Dewalt 618 3 pack combo-kit, and the Dewalt 621 dedicated plunge router. Don will demonstrate advanced router techniques including pattern making, template routing, using a plunge router for joinery work, and jigs and fixtures. Towards the end of the day do will demonstrate cutting through dovetails on the Leigh Jig. By the end of the day you will possess the information and experience necessary to select equipment wisely and to operate your router safely with confidence. If you own a router bring it along with it’s accessories to the class. Don will help explain specific features and help tune it up!

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What's Happening at Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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New Location Grand Opening!

Part 1: Friday, November 8, 9 AM - 6 PM
Part 2: Saturday, November 9, 9 AM - 5 PM

Join us at our NEW location Friday, November 8th & Saturday, November 9th at 504 Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, for Storewide Savings! First 100 customers get a FREE Woodriver 12" Stainless Rule Item# 140656 valued at $15.99. 15% OFF Storewide Savings* 20% OFF Board Foot Lumber & Slabs* 15% OFF Oliver Power Tools** 10% OFF Jet & Powermatic* *Minimal Exclusions apply; Contact store for complete details.

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Joinery Jigs – How to Use/why to buy

Saturday, November 9, 1 PM - 2 PM

A couple boards and some nails might work, but they may not be the best solution to keeping your project in one piece. Join us as we review different types of joinery jigs to help you build a strong finished piece.

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Router Jigs and Templates

Saturday, November 16, 1 PM - 2 PM

With a router and a template, you can create custom jigs and fixtures for your shop or complex designs for projects. Learn how to get started today.

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Woodcraft of Downers Grove is Ready to Help You Make Wood Work!

Woodcraft of Downers Grove is the area’s premiere destination for the best woodworking tools, wood, supplies and advice. Whether you consider yourself a novice woodworker or an expert craftsman, Woodcraft has the brands that sawdust makers prefer! Shop top power tool brands like JET, Powermatic, Festool, Laguna, Rikon and more. Plus find the best selection of hand tools from WoodRiver, pfeil, Flexcut, Veritas and other favorites. Stop by for our free monthly woodworking demos or take part in a woodworking seminar. At Woodcraft of Downers Grove we enjoy Helping You Make Wood Work®

We Sell the Best Brands in Woodworking

The best woodworking has to offer from brands like Festool, JET, RIKON and more!

Festool Woodworking Tools. Woodcraft is the largest Festool retailer in the US.
SawStop Table Saws - the standard in table saw safety.
Laguna - Supermax woodworking tools, accessories, and abrasives.