Spindle Turning Techniques

Saturday, May 18, 9 AM - 4 PM

Spindle turning is a great way to get started with your turning experience.There are so many things one can make with spindle techniques; it would be difficult to name them all but examples include baseball bats, scoops, canes, pool cues, candle sticks, and even porch columns, to name a few. In this class, one will learn to safely use the lathe and roughing and spindle tools. We will practice techniques that are applicable to almost any spindle project. We are open to any questions regarding equipment capabilities, tool techniques, wood harvesting and properties, and finally finishing possibilities. The student will learn a lot. Dust masks are recommended, eye protection and fun are mandatory.

Introduction To Woodturning

Saturday, June 1, 9 AM - 3 PM

This is a hands-on class, where you will learn most aspects of wood turning. You will be introduced to every tool from the roughing gouge to the skew. You'll be shown the proper use of each from presentation to final follow-through. In addition to the use of these tools, you will be taught how to sharpen each one for maximum cutting. This class will also show you some techniques to get the most out of your tools. There will also be discussion on other aspects of wood turning, such as finishing and turning green wood, as opposed to dry wood. This class will concentrate on conventional turning tools.

Introduction To The Router

Wednesday, June 5, 9 AM - 1 PM

The router has a reputation as being a tool that is mostly used by advanced woodworkers, but this is not the case. Properly used, the router can be the most useful tool in your arsenal. This class is designed to introduce you to the many ways this tool is used, from edge jointing to edge decorating to dadoing and rabbiting, as well as sign making. Properly jigged, the router can also be used for flattening and thicknessing lumber and even cutting holes and disks. There will also be some discussion about router tables. Bring your safety glasses, ear plugs, your own router (so Joe can see what you have to work with), and be prepared to learn about the scope and versatility of this most useful tool.

Build A Shaker Style Sofa Table

Part 1: Saturday, June 8, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, June 9, 11 AM - 4 PM

This popular project is great for the beginning woodworker. If you have taken our "Woodworking Beginnings" class, this is a great way of taking what you have learned and moving up to building a fine piece of furniture. This sofa table will be made with cherry and will complement any décor. It will be approximately 15"d x 40"w x 30"h. and have tapered legs in the Shaker style. The construction will use the Kreg Jig, so this class is perfect for any beginner. We also offer a class on building a matching end table (coming up soon in the class schedule). Check it out!

Make a BBQ Style Cutting Board/Serving Tray

Friday, June 14, 9 AM - 3 PM

Do power tools intimidate you, but you have always wanted to build something to give as a gift or even for yourself? Then sign up for our BBQ Cutting Board class. You will start with pre-cut domestic hardwood pieces, glue, and assemble a handmade cutting board to an ideal size of 24” x 14”. After some sizing and sanding, you will then rout some side handles and a juice groove. Finally, you will finish sanding and apply a food-safe finish. The tools to be used are a thickness planer, router table, oscillating spindle sander, and maybe the table saw. All operations will be highly supervised with the utmost safety in mind. It's a great feeling when family or friends admire your very own handmade cutting board!

Box Turning for Beginners

Saturday, June 15, 9 AM - 4 PM

Turning end-grain boxes is relatively easy, and is great practice for learning spindle turning techniques. You will use a roughing gouge, small spindle gouge, and a parting tool to convert a 2 ½” square blank into a lidded box. Along the way, you will learn how to hollow the lid and body, and you’ll get to use your own creativity to shape the outside. You can create burn lines with a wire, and we’ll discuss how to achieve the best finish. If you’re a beginning turner with only a little experience, an end-grain box is the perfect next project.

Build A Classic Shaker-Style Mudroom Bench

Part 1: Saturday, June 22, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, June 23, 11 AM - 4 PM

In this class, we will build a basic Shaker style mudroom bench out of beautiful cherry wood. During these 2 days, you will be introduced to basic woodworking skills that will help you gain experience and confidence in the safe use of a table saw, thickness planer, jointer, bandsaw, and a variety of hand tools. While most houses today don’t require a mudroom, these benches still have a place as an attractive and functional piece of décor.

New Woodworking Beginnings

Part 1: Thursday, June 27, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Saturday, June 29, 9 AM - 5 PM

This woodworking beginning class has been very popular. The project stool will have two steps, a stable platform, and the first step can be raised to form the stool into a small chair. This will make it a very handy item to place in the bathroom or kitchen to allow a young child to reach the sink or it can be put in the family room and use it as small chair made just for them. Plus, it still works as step stool for adults to reach the top shelf in the kitchen or a closet. This class will introduce you to everything you need to progress from selecting wood for a project, to preparing it for finishing. It is designed for the person who knows nothing about woodworking but wants to learn the basics. We will use the table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, and other tools, as well as offering a discussion on several hand tools, all with an emphasis on safety. This is a great class for anyone wanting to see if woodworking is for them.

Bowl Turning Techniques

Saturday, July 6, 9 AM - 4 PM

In this class, we will take a comprehensive look at the process of turning a bowl. We will discuss methods of roughing out, mounting with chucks, turning, and finishing a bowl. Any and all questions during this process are welcomed. We will turn a small bowl using spur and live centers, chucks, and a friction drive. We will do our turning with traditional turning tools.

Build A Shaker-Style End Table

Part 1: Saturday, July 13, 9 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 14, 11 AM - 4 PM

Our woodworking beginnings class introduces you to preparing wood to completing a nice little stool using dowel pins. The Shaker-Style End Table repeats the prep step and introduces you to Kreg jig joinery, tapering legs, and how to handle wood expansion. This class takes you through all the prep steps and introduces you to another design feature-bottom tapering the top to give another dimension to the overall look of the table. Like our other beginning classes, this is a stand-alone class. You can be a true beginner and still end up with a beautiful piece of furniture! This table is made out of solid cherry and is sized to act as an end table that will beautifully compliment the sofa table that many of you have built in our previous classes. If you have the sofa table, don't miss this opportunity to add to your décor, while taking your woodworking to the next level.

Turning and Embellishing a Simple Platter

Saturday, July 20, 9 AM - 4 PM

This small platter is an easy beginner’s project, featuring a rounded top surface with a scooped-out center. The outer rim is embellished with iridescent paint on a black background. The iridescent paints are subtle but luminous, accented by rays of gold. One or more circular grooves frame the central cavity. This class will teach you how to make and embellish this beautiful, artistic form.

New Woodworking Beginnings

Part 1: Thursday, July 25, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Saturday, July 27, 9 AM - 5 PM

This woodworking beginning class has been very popular. The project stool will have two steps, a stable platform, and the first step can be raised to form the stool into a small chair. This will make it a very handy item to place in the bathroom or kitchen to allow a young child to reach the sink or it can be put in the family room and use it as small chair made just for them. Plus, it still works as step stool for adults to reach the top shelf in the kitchen or a closet. This class will introduce you to everything you need to progress from selecting wood for a project, to preparing it for finishing. It is designed for the person who knows nothing about woodworking but wants to learn the basics. We will use the table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, and other tools, as well as offering a discussion on several hand tools, all with an emphasis on safety. This is a great class for anyone wanting to see if woodworking is for them.

Introduction To Woodturning

Saturday, August 3, 9 AM - 4 PM

This is a hands-on class, where you will learn most aspects of wood turning. You will be introduced to every tool from the roughing gouge to the skew. You'll be shown the proper use of each from presentation to final follow-through. In addition to the use of these tools, you will be taught how to sharpen each one for maximum cutting. This class will also show you some techniques to get the most out of your tools. There will also be discussion on other aspects of wood turning, such as finishing and turning green wood, as opposed to dry wood. This class will concentrate on conventional turning tools.

Build A Shaker-Style End Table

Part 1: Saturday, August 10, 11 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, August 11, 9 AM - 5 PM

Our woodworking beginnings class introduces you to preparing wood to completing a nice little stool using dowel pins. The Shaker-Style End Table repeats the prep step and introduces you to Kreg jig joinery, tapering legs, and how to handle wood expansion. This class takes you through all the prep steps and introduces you to another design feature-bottom tapering the top to give another dimension to the overall look of the table. Like our other beginning classes, this is a stand-alone class. You can be a true beginner and still end up with a beautiful piece of furniture! This table is made out of solid cherry and is sized to act as an end table that will beautifully compliment the sofa table that many of you have built in our previous classes. If you have the sofa table, don't miss this opportunity to add to your décor, while taking your woodworking to the next level.

Spindle Turning Techniques

Saturday, August 17, 9 AM - 4 PM

Spindle turning is a great way to get started with your turning experience.There are so many things one can make with spindle techniques; it would be difficult to name them all but examples include baseball bats, scoops, canes, pool cues, candle sticks, and even porch columns, to name a few. In this class, one will learn to safely use the lathe and roughing and spindle tools. We will practice techniques that are applicable to almost any spindle project. We are open to any questions regarding equipment capabilities, tool techniques, wood harvesting and properties, and finally finishing possibilities. The student will learn a lot. Dust masks are recommended, eye protection and fun are mandatory.

New Woodworking Beginnings

Part 1: Thursday, August 22, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Saturday, August 24, 9 AM - 5 PM

This woodworking beginning class has been very popular. The project stool will have two steps, a stable platform, and the first step can be raised to form the stool into a small chair. This will make it a very handy item to place in the bathroom or kitchen to allow a young child to reach the sink or it can be put in the family room and use it as small chair made just for them. Plus, it still works as step stool for adults to reach the top shelf in the kitchen or a closet. This class will introduce you to everything you need to progress from selecting wood for a project, to preparing it for finishing. It is designed for the person who knows nothing about woodworking but wants to learn the basics. We will use the table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, and other tools, as well as offering a discussion on several hand tools, all with an emphasis on safety. This is a great class for anyone wanting to see if woodworking is for them.

Festool Experience

Saturday, September 28, 10 AM - 2 PM

Meet with our Festool rep and see what is new in the Festool line of tools. We will have demonstrations with the new tools as well as fan favorites.

Make a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board

Friday, November 22, 9 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to create your own stunning 3D Stair Step Cutting Board with the master himself, Alex Snodgrass. Using only three different woods – maple, cherry, and walnut – Alex will show each student how to make a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board that will really impress your family and friends. During the class, Alex will answer all of your questions about bandsaws, while covering basic topics such as bandsaw mechanics, tuning a bandsaw, and making perfect straight or angled cuts. Alex will also cover topics including glue-up techniques, how to plane and will debunk some common bandsaw myths. By the end of the class, each student will have a fantastic 3D Stair Step Cutting Board made with their own hands! This class is designed for woodworkers of all skill levels. From the beginner to the advanced woodworker, every student will leave the class with a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board and a smile on their face. The class is $400 and there's an additional $125 materials fee for everything you'll need (provided by Woodcraft of Dayton) Register today – only 10 seats are available!