Woodcraft of Las Vegas

Turn a Bowl with Traditional Tools

Saturday, May 23, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

There’s a special kind of magic in turning a rough, uneven block of wood into a graceful, polished bowl—using nothing but a sharp gouge and your own hands. In this class, you’ll discover the art of traditional woodturning, where precision and touch come together to shape wood in real time. We’ll cover the essentials: lathe setup and safety, tool sharpening, and classic turning techniques using high-speed steel tools. This is a great opportunity to build foundational skills while creating a finished bowl that reflects both your craftsmanship and creativity. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to deepen their turning experience—walk away with new confidence and a beautiful handmade piece.

Turn a Pepper Grinder

Thursday, May 28, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Discover the joy of creating a beautiful centerpiece pepper grinder. Using a pepper grinder that you have crafted is immensely satisfying. This class will focus on techniques to quickly craft a pepper grinder with tips and tricks to produce a consistent beautiful piece of functional art. This class also recap the basics of lathe operation, and safety.

Making A Resin Blank and Pen

Part 1: Thursday, June 4, 2026, 2 PM - 6 PM

Part 2: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Customized pen blanks give you the opportunity to really elevate your pen making. In this two part class you will learn how to cast a pen blank – and then turn that blank into your own custom pen! Week one will focus on resin casting basics including resin types, colorants, molds, and pressure pots. You’ll select colorants, mix your resin and pour it into the mold. Then, in week two, you will come back to the shop to de-mold your pen blank, drill it, insert the tubes and turn your pen!

Private Instruction / Class

Thursday, June 11, 2026, 6 PM - 9 PM

This is a private class. Do not sign up for this time if you are not a part of the group. Your name will be dropped if you are not part of this group. Shop booked for private instruction during this time.

Bowl Turning with Carbide Tools

Thursday, June 18, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Few things in woodworking are as instantly satisfying as transforming a rough, blocky piece of wood into a smooth, beautifully shaped bowl. In this class, you’ll use carbide turning tools—no sharpening required—so you can focus entirely on the creative process, not tool maintenance. You’ll learn the fundamentals of lathe operation, safety, and carbide-specific turning techniques that make the process approachable for beginners and enjoyable for all skill levels. By the end of the session, you’ll take home a finished bowl you’ll be proud to show off to friends and family. 🔧 No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to get a little dusty!

Turn a Bowl with Traditional Tools

Thursday, June 25, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

There’s a special kind of magic in turning a rough, uneven block of wood into a graceful, polished bowl—using nothing but a sharp gouge and your own hands. In this class, you’ll discover the art of traditional woodturning, where precision and touch come together to shape wood in real time. We’ll cover the essentials: lathe setup and safety, tool sharpening, and classic turning techniques using high-speed steel tools. This is a great opportunity to build foundational skills while creating a finished bowl that reflects both your craftsmanship and creativity. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to deepen their turning experience—walk away with new confidence and a beautiful handmade piece.

Turn a BBQ Handle

Saturday, June 27, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

The 4th of July is just around the corner! What better time to make some BBQ and campfire tools. We will make either a Pig Tail for flipping meats or a Hot Dog fork, Focusing on spindle turning, you will be guided on how to effectively produce handles that have a multitude of uses. Learn the basics of traditional wood turning tools, lathe operation, tool sharpening, and perhaps a few "cheater" short cuts. Tools covered will include the spindle gouge, skew chisel, jacobs chuck and drill bits. Additionally, a recap of the basics of lathe operation, safety, and turning techniques and go home with a project you'll be proud to show your family and friends.

Acrylic Pen Turning

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

Acrylics may look stunning, but they turn very differently than wood—and mastering them takes a few key techniques. If you’re new to turning or just getting started with acrylics, this class is the perfect place to begin. We’ll guide you through the process of turning an acrylic pen blank into a sleek, polished pen, covering everything from tool selection and cutting techniques to finishing and polishing for a crystal-clear shine. Along the way, you’ll pick up the essential tips and tricks that make turning acrylics smooth, safe, and successful. A great project for beginners or woodturners ready to expand their skills—walk away with a beautiful, one-of-a-kind pen!

Turn a Bowl with Traditional Tools

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

There’s a special kind of magic in turning a rough, uneven block of wood into a graceful, polished bowl—using nothing but a sharp gouge and your own hands. In this class, you’ll discover the art of traditional woodturning, where precision and touch come together to shape wood in real time. We’ll cover the essentials: lathe setup and safety, tool sharpening, and classic turning techniques using high-speed steel tools. This is a great opportunity to build foundational skills while creating a finished bowl that reflects both your craftsmanship and creativity. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to deepen their turning experience—walk away with new confidence and a beautiful handmade piece.

Turn a Pepper Grinder

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Discover the joy of creating a beautiful centerpiece pepper grinder. Using a pepper grinder that you have crafted is immensely satisfying. This class will focus on techniques to quickly craft a pepper grinder with tips and tricks to produce a consistent beautiful piece of functional art. This class also recap the basics of lathe operation, and safety.

Turn a Bowl with Carbide Tools

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 1 PM - 5 PM

There’s a special kind of magic in turning a rough, uneven block of wood into a graceful, polished bowl—using nothing but a sharp gouge and your own hands. In this class, you’ll discover the art of traditional woodturning, where precision and touch come together to shape wood in real time. We’ll cover the essentials: lathe setup and safety, tool sharpening, and classic turning techniques using high-speed steel tools. This is a great opportunity to build foundational skills while creating a finished bowl that reflects both your craftsmanship and creativity. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to deepen their turning experience—walk away with new confidence and a beautiful handmade piece.