Woodcraft of Harrisburg

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, December 19, 2025, 1 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. 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.

Date Night: Create Custom Ornaments

Friday, December 19, 2025, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

For all "Date Night" classes, the tuition includes up to two people making the same project. Looking for a unique and creative date night experience? In this hands-on class, there will be a lathe for each person to use. Working on a lathe next to your partner’s lathe you will each turn your own ornament. Wood burning equipment will be available for you to add custom details to the ornaments. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a fun night out, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. At the end of the night, together you'll take home a set of 2 ornaments—designed and made by you! No prior experience is needed. Just bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the rest!

Turning Ornaments on the Lathe

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

In this hands on class each student will be shown how to turn a small ornament and then each student will turn a couple ornaments 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, December 20, 2025, 1:30 PM - 5 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. 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.

Introduction to CNC Programming with Vcarve

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 9 AM - 1 PM

In this class, students will learn the components, accessories, & basic operation of CNC machines. Students will also learn how to create basic designs, creating & combining various shapes & text elements. Also consider signing up for Advanced CNC Programming with Vcarve.

Advanced CNC Programming with Vcarve

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2 PM - 6 PM

In this class, students will learn how to create complex CNC designs, developing skills such as importing raster, vector & 3D components, customization & manipulation of shapes and using clip art.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, January 16, 2026, 1 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. 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.

Date Night: Create Custom Wine Bottle Stoppers

Friday, January 16, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

For all "Date Night" classes, the tuition includes up to two people making the same project. Looking for a unique and creative date night experience? In this hands-on class, there will be a lathe for each person to use. Working on a lathe next to your partner’s lathe you will each turn your own wine bottle stopper. Wood burning equipment will be available for you to add custom details to the bottle stoppers. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a fun night out, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. At the end of the night, together you'll take home a set of 2 bottle stoppers—designed and made by you! No prior experience is needed. Just bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the rest!

Turn 2 Pens on the Lathe

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 10 AM - 1 PM

Make 2 pens! Caleb will give you hands on instruction step by step to make 1 pen. Then he will let you repeat those steps to commit them to memory while being available to help as needed while you make a 2nd pen. Making 2 pens back to back is a great way to get you comfortable enough to go home and make pens on your own!

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 1:30 PM - 5 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. 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.

Puzzle Piece Charcuterie Board

Sunday, January 18, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Use a hand router to cut out 4 puzzle pieces using a template. We will use a palm router, sanders and finish. We will go over router safety and make a fun charcuterie board to show off to your friends and family.

Make a Three-Dimensional Effect Chessboard

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10 AM - 3 PM

Make this eye-catching, 16-inch square chessboard, from Walnut & Hard Maple using a router table, table saw, & thickness planer. In addition, the students will learn proper gluing & clamping techniques, different finishing choices & general wood shop safety procedures.

Epoxy River Table (2 Part Class)

Part 1: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, February 8, 2026, 12 AM - 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.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, February 20, 2026, 1 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. 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.

Date Night: Create Custom Spinning Tops

Friday, February 20, 2026, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

For all "Date Night" classes, the tuition includes up to two people making the same project. Looking for a unique and creative date night experience? In this hands-on class, there will be a lathe for each person to use. Working on a lathe next to your partner’s lathe you will each turn your own top. Wood burning equipment will be available for you to add custom details to the tops. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a fun night out, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. At the end of the night, together you'll take home a set of Tops—designed and made by you! No prior experience is needed. Just bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the rest!

Turning A Peppermill on the Lathe

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 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, February 21, 2026, 1:30 PM - 5 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. 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.

Scroll Saw Intro 101

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 9 AM - 12 PM

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.

Custom Name/Word Puzzle With The Scroll Saw

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 1 PM - 4 PM

Make a standup puzzle of any word or name. The instructor will provide you with "tiles" of letters that can be combined to form a word or name and a template for adding puzzle pieces that join the letters together. You will then attach this pattern to the wood and cut the wood with the scroll saw. Then you'll have time to sand and dye the puzzle. You'll leave with a set of the tiles and the puzzle piece template so you'll be able to make more puzzles on your own.

Make A Lazy Susan

Sunday, March 15, 2026, 12:30 PM - 4:30 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.

The Art of Bowl Turning with the Lathe

Friday, March 20, 2026, 1 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. 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 21, 2026, 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 21, 2026, 1:30 PM - 5 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. 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.

Epoxy River Table (2 Part Class)

Part 1: Sunday, April 12, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 12 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.

Scroll Saw Intro 101

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 9 AM - 12 PM

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: Intro To Intarsia

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

This new class will be a fun way to practice intarsia whether it’s your first time or you’ve taken classes before. In this class you will be making a butterfly. First you will use the scroll saw to cut the wood into pieces & then you’ll use the Guinevere sanding system to give those pieces a life like appearance. When you are done sanding you’ll have the opportunity to dye the wood. Plus you’ll get to keep the book of intarsia skills & patterns that was used in this class. This book has 24 other projects in it! With the knowledge & practice gained from this class you’ll be ready to continue your intarsia journey making projects from this book at home!