Learn how to tune and maintain your table saw for maximum performance. Mike will discuss saw selection, fence and blade type, proper alignment and correct cutting techniques as students will be making some cuts on the saw. The discussion will also focus on techniques that ensure you get the best possible rips, crosscuts and miter cuts as well as covering special jigs and, above all, safety procedures.
Many woodworkers consider the router the best tool in their shop. This "beginner's" router class, will cover which type of router is best suited for you, the 5 must have router bits and their uses, correct router cutting techniques, key accessories, router tables, maintenance and SAFETY. If you own a router or you're thinking about buying one, this class is tailor-made for you.
Every kitchen needs a cutting board or its upscale cousin, a charcuterie board. Learn the correct way to build a charcuterie board with resident expert Bob Settich. You'll be given full-size patterns for both for both traditional paddle cutting boards plus eight decorative shapes for a total of 26 different boards. You'll learn how to create edge-laminated cutting boards to show beautiful grain patterns. Additionally,, Bob will the best strategies for stock selection, glue choice and proven clamping methods for flat panels and template routing techniques and of course using food safe finishes for all your creations.
NEW CLASS Have you ever had a highly figured scrap board left over from a project? How can you display this figure? Why not turn a plate? In this fun class, Chip will use a waste block technique to mount a blank to turn a plate for display or use. You will learn to focus on proper cutting tool presentation. The end result will be a decorative piece that can be displayed on the mantle, hung on the wall or used in the kitchen.
With little or no lathe experience, you can make your very own beautiful pen in 3 hours. Resident expert Alex Birkett has taught hundreds of students the art of pen-making in just one evening class. Your very own pen makes a great gift for almost any occasion. And the great part is, once you've made one, you can virtually make any style you wish. Without a doubt, this is our most popular class. All materials included in class tuition.
How about making a solid walnut clock with a top-of-the-line router table, while learning new router techniques all in 3 hours? Sound like a fun evening? Why not join us and let Mike show you some must-have router techniques followed with hands-on exercises. Students will learn safe methods for completing a number of different cuts while using a variety of router bits. Additionally, you will make specialized cuts on the drill press.. Additional materials $10.
Create a beautifully detailed intarsia Fleur de lis. Local expert David Roth will take you through the steps of techniques, design and controlled sanding to help you learn the wonderful art of intarsia. The project pattern and materials will be supplied by David. Plus you get to take home the piece of art you have created in this fun class. Scroll saw experience needed.
This class is a must for the beginner, or a jumpstart to someone who has been trying to learn as they go. In this class, Turning expert Chip Siskey will focus on safe lathe operation with discussion of lathes, drive centers, chucks, and other available accessories. We will discuss woodturning tools you may already have or have run across, and those available comparing the usefulness and quality of the metals. Our focus will turn to the seven basic tool where we will discuss when and how to use each one. We will finish with some hands on experience to ensure you grasp the proper tool presentation and use for each of these tools. There are so many tools available, the class will help you to select the correct tools for the projects you wish to complete. If you have tools, bring them but they are not necessary.
GREAT CHAIR CLASS - With author, furniture-maker and resident expert Bob Settich at the helm, learn the skill of making a classic Arts & Crafts Dining Room Chair. Bob will cover it all including a 63 page e-book and templates for making mortise and tenon joints for each student. This a MUST TAKE class for those who ever wanted to learn how to make a chair.
There is no such thing a perfectly square board from the lumberyard. Whether you get your wood in the rough from a mill or buy it from your favorite hardwood supplier, it needs to be 4 square. In this hands-on class you will learn the 7 steps to perfect project lumber. Students will use the table saw, jointer and planer.
Many woodworkers consider the router the best tool in their shop. This "beginner's" router class, will cover which type of router is best suited for you, the 5 must have router bits and their uses, correct router cutting techniques, key accessories, router tables, maintenance and SAFETY. If you own a router or you're thinking about buying one, this class is tailor-made for you.
Have you tried bowl turning with mixed results or is it something you've always wanted to try but didn't know where to begin. Join local turning guru Chip Siskey as he guides you towards turning bowls in a simple yet informative way. The focus will be on mounting techniques, grain direction, dealing with wood species as well as empahsis on placement of cutting tools and mastering the push cut achieve a smooth finish.
New Class - In this highly requested class, Mike will cover a wide variety of setup, alignment and cutting techniques as well as trouble-shooting issues. You will learn how to efficiently change, track and tension blades, which blade to use for specific cuts, and how to properly resaw thick stock without band saw drift. You'll leave with tons of information and handouts.
NEW CLASS - In this class, resident expert, Bob Settich will teach you the time-honored mortise and tenon joint. This strongest of all joints will enable you to make tables and other furniture of almost any style. With a hand held router and a jig that you'll make with scrap plywood, you'll cut mortises with amazing precision. Additionally, the jig also places the mirror-image mortise in the legs at the opposite end of each table or chair rail. You'll also practice several different ways of producing tenons that fit perfectly. Lastly, you'll learn techniques for no-stress glue-ups, plus several reinforcing steps that will create incredibly strong furniture