Woodcraft of Harrisburg

Epoxy River Table (2 Part Class)

Part 1: Sunday, February 16, 1 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, February 23, 1 PM - 5 PM

This is a 2 part class, All students attend both dates. Tuition includes the 1st & 2nd date. In this class students will be introduced to the process of making an epoxy river table, including mold construction, slab preparation, and epoxy pouring. Several different epoxy options will be discussed, along with dye and dust coloring. In part one, students will build the mold, cut and treat the slab, and pour the river. In part two, students will be instructed on how to prepare their river table for an epoxy top coat using several power tools such as the table saw, jointer, various sanders, and router table. After preparing, the top coat will be poured and projects would be ready for pickup in about a day.

Intro to Pyrography (Wood Burning)

Tuesday, February 18, 3 PM - 6 PM

Pyrography is the art of decorating wood with burn marks resulting from the controlled application of a woodburning pen. In this class the student will learn to use the basic tools for making artistic designs on wood, starting with several techniques for transferring designs to the wood. The student will also learn different pyrography skills such as stippling, shading, relief.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, February 21, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Turn a Solid Wood Candlestick Holder With the Lathe

Saturday, February 22, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

In this hands on class each student will be shown how to turn a candlestick holder and then each student will turn an candlestick holder that they can take home. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Saturday, February 22, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Turn An Acrylic Pen Start To Finish

Saturday, March 1, 9 AM - 12 PM

Make an acrylic pen from start to finish. In this class you will cut the acrylic, drill the hole and glue in the tubes. You'll learn the lathe parts and use carbide tools and to turn, sand, polish and assemble an acrylic slim line pen.

Turn A Wood Pen Start To Finish

Saturday, March 1, 1 PM - 4 PM

Make a wood pen from start to finish. In this class you will cut the wood, drill the hole and glue in the tubes. You'll learn the lathe parts and use traditional tools and to turn, sand and assemble a wood slim line pen with a friction polish finish.

Spoon Carving

Sunday, March 2, 1 PM - 4 PM

Students will be taught the various tools used in hand carving a spoon and techniques for properly taking care of a carved spoon.

Make a Lazy Susan

Saturday, March 8, 10 AM - 1 PM

Come make a customized, full size lazy susan. You will choose the wood/woods to put togeter and bring your style to life. Learn to use a table saw, band saw, router and sander.

Sharpening with Sorby ProEdge, Tormek, and Wolverine

Saturday, March 15, 2 PM - 5 PM

Introduction and use of various sharpening tools. Dry grinding on Sorby ProEdge and Wolverine Jig and wet grinding on the Tormek are covered Students may bring several turning tools and/or several bevel edge chisels to practice sharpening with.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, March 21, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Turn An Ice Cream Scoop With The Lathe

Saturday, March 22, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Students will turn the handle for an ice cream scoop, assemble it and take the ice cream scoop home with them.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Saturday, March 22, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Finishing Basics

Sunday, March 23, 1 PM - 4 PM

This class will provide preparation and application tips to achieve the best finish and help you understand what finish is best for your projects.

Knife Making Class

Saturday, March 29, 10 AM - 2 PM

In this class, you'll make a Camillus BALKUS knife from a blank. The class includes wood resawing, blank shaping, knife assembly, and finishing.

Make An End Grain Cutting Board

Saturday, April 12, 10 AM - 4 PM

Why buy a cutting board when you can make one for less. In this class you will get hands on practice cutting the wood on the table saw, gluing and clamping, sanding with a drum and orbital sander and applying a food safe finish. Students will take home a completed cutting board. We will have a food break, so bring a snack, or grab some food locally in the plaza.

Basic Inlay

Sunday, April 13, 1 PM - 4 PM

Learn how to inlay wood with confidence for beautiful results with this introductory course. Basics techniques, principles, and materials will be covered.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, April 18, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Turning A Lidded Box On The Lathe

Saturday, April 19, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Students will start by learning about proper proportions. Then you will mount a blank in the chuck, rough out the blank and begin hollowing the end grain. Students will then make a lidded box by hollowing the box and lid, fitting them together, and turning away the mounting tenons. Safety is emphasized while students sharpen the bowl gouge and scraper, mount the wood, and make the end grain hollowing cuts. After this class, students should be able to make a lidded box on their own. If you have turning tools, you are encouraged to bring them- if not, we have tools available.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Saturday, April 19, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Make a Charcuterie Board

Saturday, April 26, 10 AM - 1 PM

Learn to make a charcuterie board with a handle from a slab of wood. Start from a rough piece and finish with a piece ready to serve cheese and meets from. Using a table saw, sanders, and router.

Scroll Saw Intro 101

Saturday, May 3, 9 AM - 12 AM

In this course the student will learn to identify the different types of scroll saws and blades while gaining an understanding of which blade is used for which material. The student will also learn the basic operating principles of the scroll saw including changing blade tension, blade speed, and table angle. Learning proper safety including basic shop safety, personal safety, and safe procedures using the scroll saw will be stressed. This is a hands on class where the student will learn how to make different types of cuts and make some simple projects that can be taken home.

Scroll Saw: Compound Cutting CHESS Pieces

Saturday, May 3, 1 PM - 4 PM

This class will be a fun way to learn compound cutting while making some chess pieces. The class will begin with a demonstration of attaching patterns, selecting blades, making compound cuts with on the scroll saw and smoothing your cuts with a sanding star. Then Tim will help you practice attaching patterns and cutting out some chess pieces you can take home. While there will only be class time to cut out several chess pieces, you will leave with an understanding of thee process. PLUS you will get to keep the book of scroll saw chess set patterns that was used in the class. with these pattern, the knowledge and practice gained from this class you'll be able to make your own chess set at home. Also consider taking the "Making a Chess Board" class that is typically offered a few weeks after this class!

Making a Cutting Board

Saturday, May 10, 10 AM - 1 PM

In this class the student will learn how to make a cutting board using different types of wood. You will learn how to measure, cut, glue, and round off the edges of the board and then put on a finish. By the end of the class the students will have the knowledge to go to their own shop and make many more cutting boards for friends and family.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, May 16, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Turning A Peppermill on the Lathe

Saturday, May 17, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

In this hands on class each student will be shown how to turn a traditional pepper mill using a pre-drilled peppermill blank and then each student will turn a peppermill that they can take home. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Saturday, May 17, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.

Spoon Carving

Sunday, May 18, 1 PM - 4 PM

Students will be taught the various tools used in hand carving a spoon and techniques for properly taking care of a carved spoon.

Epoxy River Table (2 Part Class)

Part 1: Sunday, May 25, 1 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, June 1, 1 PM - 5 PM

This is a 2 part class, All students attend both dates. Tuition includes the 1st & 2nd date. In this class students will be introduced to the process of making an epoxy river table, including mold construction, slab preparation, and epoxy pouring. Several different epoxy options will be discussed, along with dye and dust coloring. In part one, students will build the mold, cut and treat the slab, and pour the river. In part two, students will be instructed on how to prepare their river table for an epoxy top coat using several power tools such as the table saw, jointer, various sanders, and router table. After preparing, the top coat will be poured and projects would be ready for pickup in about a day.

Making A Chess Board

Saturday, May 31, 10 AM - 2 PM

Students will make a full size chess board from two contrasting wood types by using various tools such as the table saw, planer, and router table. Proper gluing and clamping techniques will be discussed as well as several finishing options. The skills learned in the class can be applied to other projects such as cutting or charcuterie boards. Also consider taking the "Scroll Saw: Chess Pieces" class that is typically offered a few weeks before this class!