During this 3-part class, participants will learn how to use a table saw, jointer, thickness planer and mitersaw while making a laminated cutting board. Hard maple and cherry will be used for the laminations. Limited use of a router will also be involved.
Learn what you need to know to quickly get razor sharp edges on your hand tools. In this hands-on class you will learn what is sharp, why we sharpen, how to sharpen and when to stop. The sharpening process can be applied across the many hand sharpening systems available today including water stones, diamond stones, oil stones or the scary sharp sandpaper system. This class will focus on sharpening plane irons and chisels. The skills learned can be applied to any cutting edge tool. Bring a dull chisel or plane blade to sharpen in class.
In this 2 part class, create a Shaker/Mission style bench! Your bench will be approximately 28" x 12" 16" (L,W,H). You will use the table saw, bandsaw, and router to create this bench. Great of a small child seat or general use around the home. Choose between Poplar (to paint) or Red Oak (to finish) at home.
Students should have taken Introduction to Woodturning - and spend enough time turning to be comfortable with a lathe and turning tools. Bring a face shield if you have one. We will cover face grain turning safety, grain orientatin, mounting methods, tool selection and tool sharpening.
This class on hardwax oils will cover what they are, where to use them, and how to apply them. Products include General Finishes Hard Wax Oil, Rubio Monocoat, Osmo Polyx-Oil, Odie’s Oil, Briwax and Tried & True. Learn the differences between the one part and two part applications. We will also review the N3 Nano product and how to apply it. The class includes a hands-on session applying the one part products to a sample board. There will not be hands-on use of the two part versions (added hardener/catalyst) or N3 Nano due to the need to use respirators and proper ventilation. A sample board will be provided for you to apply the finish of your choice in class. Bring your own cutting or charcuterie board to finish in class if you like.
This class covers set up and proper operation of the scroll saw. The class is hands-on and the students will participate in several practice exercises during the session, then make an oven "push me - pull me" project. A great way to get comfortable with a fun tool.
Learn two new applications for your router. Building on your knowledge and skills gained from Router 101, perform plunge cutting a Bow Tie and the pocket for this inlay. Additionally become familiar with the set up and use of a dovetail jig creating strong joints commonly used in boxes and other furniture.
See what the Festool Domino is all about first hand, or level up your skills. We'll go through what the domino can do, how it works, browse the accessories it comes with to create precision joinery quickly and accurately. This class provides demos and allows for Hands-On experience with the DF-500.
In honor of our country’s 250 anniversary, Woodcraft is pleased to offer this project featuring an inset eagle and flag motif. The project is shaped in the image of our country. It also features the first three words of The Declaration of Independence “WE THE PEOPLE and the dates 1776-2026”. This plaque is 18 inches long and 14 inches high. There are 40 individual pieces in this plaque. You will cut out all the pieces, sand, paint and glue them to a backer board to complete the plaque. This project has several steps which make it a multi-day class. It is a complicated project and is for moderate to advanced scrollers. If you are unsure if this is a good fit for you, please contact the instructor through Woodcraft for more information.
Two times the fun. During this "couples" night, one person creates a cherry and maple laminated cheese cutting board while the other uses a lathe to turn a wine bottle stopper.
Get to know and understand turning safety, the lathe and its attachments, tuning tools, wood grain orientation and its significance. The basics of tool sharpening will be covered as you get the feel of the tools and make beads/coves and chips. This is a fun class to get the fundamentals of spindle work and is a required class to proceed on to Introduction to Bowl Turning.
During this 3-part class, participants will learn how to use a table saw, jointer, thickness planer and mitersaw while making a laminated cutting board. Hard maple and cherry will be used for the laminations. Limited use of a router will also be involved.
Learn the fundamentals of sharpening lathe tools to increase your success at woodturning. This class will cover grinding wheel selection, grinding technique, and proper setup and use of the popular Oneway Wolverine grinding system. Correct shapes and angles for roughing, bowl and spindle gouges including the fingernail and Irish grind will be covered. The techniques for sharpening parting tools, skews and scrapers are included.
Let Marv lead you though the creation of a lidded box from a blank selection, mounting, turning and hollowing, lid fitting to finishing.
During this two part class, learn and build a basic end table using a miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw. Glue up a panel for the top, and join the base using pocket hole joinery. Limited use of the router for edge profiles will also be involved.
This project resembles a patchwork quilt design but is made from one piece of plywood. The project pieces are cut out, painted, and then glued to a backer board which is then hung on the wall. This is considered a segmentation project. While there are a lot of straight cuts it has some challenges and is considered an intermediate to advanced activity.
Get to know and understand turning safety, the lathe and its attachments, tuning tools, wood grain orientation and its significance. The basics of tool sharpening will be covered as you get the feel of the tools and make beads/coves and chips. This is a fun class to get the fundamentals of spindle work and is a required class to proceed on to Introduction to Bowl Turning.
Interested in learning how to turn a pen? You will get expert instruction and take home the Wall Street II pen that you made start to finish in this informative class. Begin by selecting the kit and wood of your choice, tour the pen area and become familiar with the other kits and projects that can be done on a lathe. If you have turning tools, feel free to bring them, however that is not a requirement.
Learn to tune-up, sharpen and use hand planes to improve your woodworking. Flatten wide boards that will not fit on your jointer, use a smoothing plane to skip all that sanding, and perfect the fit by removing just thousandths of an inch when needed. This hands-on class will cover how to tune-up a new or old plane, getting the blade sharp, and how to set-up and use the primary bench planes. These include the block, jack, jointer and smooth plane. Bring your planes, sharpening stones, honing guides and a practice board to class if you have them. If not, you can borrow what you need in class.
During this two part class, learn and build a basic end table using a miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw. Glue up a panel for the top, and join the base using pocket hole joinery. Limited use of the router for edge profiles will also be involved.
Learn about mounting techniques, chucks, grain orientation, and tool usage while completing a simple Live Edge bowl. Students should have taken Introduction to Wood Turning and Bowl Turning.
During this 3-part class, participants will learn how to use a table saw, jointer, thickness planer and mitersaw while making a laminated cutting board. Hard maple and cherry will be used for the laminations. Limited use of a router will also be involved.
This project can serve a multitude of tasks. It can be used as a stand for tablet, phone, or cookbook. This is an intermediate project, and you should have completed the Intro to Scroll Saw Class or have experience beyond the basic or beginner level.
This class covers set up and proper operation of the scroll saw. The class is hands-on and the students will participate in several practice exercises during the session, then make an oven "push me - pull me" project. A great way to get comfortable with a fun tool.