Woodcraft of Loveland

Sharpening Planes And Chisels

Saturday, January 25, 11 AM - 2:30 PM

We will make sharpening easier and eliminate all the mystery and confusion. Attendees will learn how to bring a blade to razor sharp quickly and consistently. In this three hour session we will discuss and compare the various sharpening methods including water stones, natural stones, sand paper, diamond plates and stropping. We will cover sharpening by hand with as well as various power sharpening tools and methods. We will also compare sharpening jigs and their use and setup. We will also discuss bevel angles for various tools and the benefits and trade-offs of these options. This will be a combination of discussion and hands on work. Much of the time will be dedicated to sharpening, Each student will have the opportunity to sharpen some of their own planes and chisels. I've been woodworking with hand tools for 30+ years and I've used with most every sharpening system out there. Sharpening is simple when the basics are understood and the process is repeatable and fast.

Ultimate Epoxy Experience

Part 1: Saturday, April 5, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 6, 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Students who register for this class will receive 8+ hours of in-depth instruction from Jess Crow, one of the nation's leading epoxy artistic woodworking innovators. Topics covered include using molds, making molds, mixing colorants and resin, conducting deep pours, de-molding projects, sanding, and applying a final epoxy finish. You will be working on two projects throughout this class. One will be a multi-layered pour you will work over the two days and one will be done the first day of class and demolded the second day (weather and temperature permitting.) Tuition includes the $50 material fee.

Epoxy End Table

Sunday, April 6, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Ready to make an epoxy end table? Jess will cover using multiple pigments, inks, and mica powders in this class to create your own captivating one-of-a-kind 15" end table. Learn skills that will propel your future epoxy projects to the next level, including the "no sanding" technique, color dispersion methods, and how to achieve stunning edges. This is a great class to bring a friend or partner to! Tuition includes the $25 material fee.