In this Hands-on woodworking class, students will design and build a traditional wooden pizza peel suitable for home ovens or outdoor pizza ovens. Participants will learn foundational woodworking techniques, safe tool operation, layout and shaping, sanding and food-safe finishes. Each student will leave with a fully functional handcrafted pizza peel and the skills to replicate or customize the project in future builds.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
Do you want a way to make the holiday really special? Come in and let David show you how to turn a three piece wooden Christmas ornament for your holiday tree. The technique you will learn in this class simplifies the process of making the globe. You will be amazed at how easy it is. Then we will make the top finial and the icicle or bottom finial. Once you master this technique you will be able to make ornaments for friends and family. This will make your holiday season truly special.
In this class students will construct a raised garden bed. Students will get basic operating instruction on the table saw and miter saw.
A "Drunken" cutting board is a handmade board with a unique, wavy, checkerboard pattern created by gluing two strips of wood together, then cutting them and alternating the pieces in a wavy or "drunken" fashion. These boards are crafted from contrasting hardwoods like maple and cherry, walnut and ash, or sapele, making them functional works of art and conversation pieces. All handcrafted, durable, and finished with food-safe finishes.
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Bring your date to this class to make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Students will receive hands-on practice with creating domino and half-lap joinery, tapering and shaping legs, and preparing surfaces for finish. Each couple will leave with a completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot!
Woodcarving is one of the oldest specialized trades in the world. Carving has changed the styles and designs of furniture making and woodworking for millennia. This class will cover the basic fundamentals of traditional woodcarving which includes safety, carving tool education, how to sharpen tools, design and layout, low relief carvings and efficient techniques.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Take this class to develop your turning skills by making a wooden bud vase! While the instructor will provide project guidance, students will be able to exercise their creativity by shaping the vase however they see fit. Each student will leave with a truly unique bud vase to show off or give to a loved one! NOTE: While this class can be taken as a standalone course, this is a great follow on class to our Spindle Turning 101 as it gives students a fun project to practice their beads and coves.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
Students will learn how to carve easy and fun Christmas ornaments on the CNC using multi-colored Spectraply. Students will start with a simple design and utilize fluting and bit choice to take advantage of the colored layers in this unique wood product. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
In this class each student will construct a bird house out of one cedar fence picket.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
In this year's free kids workshop, kids ages 3 - 18 will make a garden/tool tote that features box joints and pinned dado joinery! Project highlights include: personalizing with a laser engraver, assembling box joints, drilling holes, driving wooden dowels with a mallet, using a handsaw to cut the dowels, and sanding all edges. Parental involvement may be required depending on child age and team member availability. Note: Please register for one spot per child that will be attending, and call us at (615) 599-9638 if you need to make changes to your registration.
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
Are you ready to take your turning skills up a notch? Then come take this lidded box class. David will take you on a journey to turn a block of wood into a custom turned lidded box. Along this journey we will discuss wood selection, holding methods, box design and finishing. We will spend time on the different tools we use and the proper turning techniques to achieve a box that will be a lasting treasure.
Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.
Sharpening skills are essential for the woodturner. Let us show you how to maintain a sharp edge on your turning tools. We will have the the Wolverine Sharpening Jig by Oneway and the Sorby Pro-Edge set up to use. We will show you how to use either of these to properly sharpen your turning tools: gouges, scrapers & skews will be covered in depth. Each Student may bring 2 Turning Tools that need sharpening.
In this class the students will learn about using a Band Saw. We will discuss the different types and sizes of Band Saws, and how to set them up properly. We will cover how to choose the right accessories and the right blades for your projects. The students will leave the class with the confidence they need to use the Band Saw in their next project.
Students will learn techniques for carving images with Vectric’s V-Carve software using three main toolpaths: V-carve, Photo V-carve and Sketch carve. Instruction will include advantages and limitations of each type of toolpath and which is right for a specific image. Image selection and editing will also be discussed. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Join us in the shop for this special Father's Day class to make a hand made Ratcheting Screwdriver! This would also make a great gift idea for that special person in your life!
Join us in the shop for this special Father's Day class to make a hand made Ratcheting Screwdriver! This would also make a great gift idea for that special person in your life!
Discover the art of woodworking through this hands-on class where you’ll build your own wooden collapsible basket — a functional and beautiful piece that folds flat for easy storage and expands for everyday use. Participants will learn key woodworking techniques including measuring, cutting, sanding, and finishing, as well as safe use of power tools. Each student will leave with a completed collapsible basket ready for use or gift-giving, plus the skills and confidence to make more on their own.
Take this class to learn how to make your own trim to match your cabinet or furniture projects! Topics covered include how to make toe kick skin, scribe material, light rail, and layered crown molding. Students will then get the opportunity to make two piece crown molding and a countertop for their cabinets. Note: while this can be taken as a standalone course, the dimensions of the crown molding and countertop are sized for the cabinets made in this series, and no alterations will be allowed.
In the fifth part of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking series, students will learn about the application of different types of paints and finishes. Topics covered include: preparing the surface for finishing; selecting stains, paints, and finishes; applying selected finishes; and troubleshooting common finishing issues. Students who have taken the previous cabinetmaking classes will be able to apply at least one coat of finish on their cabinets.
Want a private class for your coworkers, friends, church, or family? Give us a call at (615) 599-9638 and we will set up a class for you!
In this session, students will receive hands-on practice with the final steps of the kitchen cabinetmaking process. Topics covered include: installing and adjusting doors and drawers, attaching pulls and knobs, and installing kitchen cabinets and trim. Students who completed the KC104: Making Custom Trim class will then be guided through the process of attaching layered crown molding on their wall cabinets, installing a countertop and casters on their base cabinets, and attaching knobs and pulls (brought from home or purchased during the class).
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
Learn to build and turn a segmented bowl. First, you'll design your bowl. You'll learn the math involved in cutting and designing your bowl. (Don't worry, it's easy.) Using the jig, you will cut the individual pieces and begin building your bowl. Once the bowl is built, you'll begin turning your piece. TIME: A 8 hour class where you'll cut your pieces and gluing up the pieces to form your bowl. A 4 hour class to turn and finish your bowl.
This core CNC class begins with a quick review of CNC / VCarve basics, but quickly launches into new concepts, including using & modifying 2D clipart, bitmap tracing & clean up, offsets and arrays. Students will also learn how to create original drawings combining open and closed vectors then modifying them using node editing. Students will setup several new tool definitions crucial for more common CNC applications. New 2.5D toolpaths include: drilling, texturing, prism, and fluting. A portion of class time will be reserved for actual CNC machining. Projects will include coasters, cutting boards, a simple game and … if time permits … a candle holder. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max). Please Note: This foundation course is required for future CNC classes.
This class is a fundamentally essential way to be introduced into working with traditional hand tools that have been used for thousands of years. The focal points will be using hand planes, learning how to setup and adjust planes to flatten/smooth a board, join an edge and beveling. Handsaws, which we will cover western and Japanese pull saws to practice proper sawing techniques. Chisels will be used also to practice making a mortise with clean edges. During the class we will also talk and use other hand tools such as spoke shaves, card scrapers, drawknives, rasps/files etc. This class elevates your skill set to begin using various tools and skills to start implementing them into your own projects.
This class is subsequent to the 101 class. As you become more familiar with utilizing hand tools for your projects, this class offers ways to maintain your tools for longevity and efficiency while working. We will go over the process of sharpening chisels, hand planes, carving gouges, card scrapers, handsaws, etc. This will benefit the quality of the tools use greatly. We will also cover different shaping techniques with hand tools alone rather than with power tools. Using drawknives and spoke shaves to shape dimensional lumber into rounded and curved pieces. Which we will follow with using rasps, files and scrapers to achieve a finish ready surface. This class overall gives you the ability to start elevating the way you create your own projects by making shaped details with only hand tools.
Take this class to make a set of gardening tools for the gardener in your life! In this session, students will turn and attach wooden handles for a set of three commonly used gardening tools: a transplanter, a cultivator, and a weeder. This class covers lathe safety and basic terminology along with the project turning process, so no prior experience is required!
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
Bring your date to this class to make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Students will receive hands-on practice with creating domino and half-lap joinery, tapering and shaping legs, and preparing surfaces for finish. Each couple will leave with a completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot!
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
This Country Clock is a simple, attractive project that gives you the opportunity to try an antique finishing process. If country isn't your style, try this mantle clock with a stained or natural finish without the hearts. It is a great looking timepiece no matter what you choose.
In this class students will construct a raised garden bed. Students will get basic operating instruction on the table saw and miter saw.
Couples in this class will turn a Wine Bottle Stopper and a Cheese Plane! Class will cover choosing design options, selecting and preparing blanks, turning handles, applying a food safe finish, and attaching the hardware.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.
The table saw is the workhorse of most wood shops, so if you're new to woodworking, this is a great class to learn how to safely use this tool. After learning about table saw safety, students will get hands-on practice using the rip fence, miter gauge, crosscut sled, and dado stack
Turning a bowl is fun, but turning a platter is a whole new game! Come in for this class and let David show you how to pull off this game changing project. David will open up a whole new world of turning where no square bit of wood, whether big or small, figured or plain, wet or dry will be safe again. We will discuss platter design, holding methods, tool techniques and proper finishing techniques. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add another project to your turning repertoire. Each student will leave with a platter approximately 10" around and 1-1/4" thick.
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, discussing different types of joinery, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
Students will learn about all types of bits used in CNC carving: end mills, ball nose, V bits, and more. Instruction will include usage of up spiral, down spiral and compression bits; entering form bits into the tool database; and explanation off feed rates, spindle speeds and chip loads.
In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, processing lumber, laying out and creating joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish (as time allows). Along with developing the foundational skills learned in Fundamentals I, the main focus of this class is on discussing pros and cons of several joinery methods, including pocket screws, dowels, dominos, and Mortise and Tenons. Students will be able to apply at least one of these methods to their Shaker End Table projects, and will leave with a better understanding of woodworking joinery and furniture construction techniques. PRE-REQUISITE: Woodworking Fundamentals I OR Table Saw/Jointer/Planer.
A "Drunken" cutting board is a handmade board with a unique, wavy, checkerboard pattern created by gluing two strips of wood together, then cutting them and alternating the pieces in a wavy or "drunken" fashion. These boards are crafted from contrasting hardwoods like maple and cherry, walnut and ash, or sapele, making them functional works of art and conversation pieces. All handcrafted, durable, and finished with food-safe finishes.
Let us introduce you to the scroll saw and its potential to create both beautiful and useful pieces of work. This class will be a hands-on class. Learn proper set-up procedures and blade selection for projects. Each student will complete a scrollsaw project.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
Create a knife you will be proud to show and use for a lifetime or simply give as a gift. With this WoodRiver kit, you can make a high-quality knife without the need for metalworking tools, or the expertise required to make the blade. The knife is constructed from 7/64" - thick high-quality 440C stainless steel that is easy to sharpen and maintain a keen edge. Shape, mount and finish your custom handle for a truly one-of-a-kind, high-quality knife. The 8" overall length and 3 - 1/2" stainless steel blade with finger grip relief makes this a great general-purpose hunting, fishing, or camping knife.
This class is designed to teach you some of the most essential and important joinery techniques to construct and secure lumber together for your furniture and woodworking projects. Though not necessary, it is encouraged to take the Hand Tools 101 and 201 classes prior to this. We will be delving into how to cut dovetails by hand, from laying out tailboards with dividers/ bevel gauges, sawing techniques, pairing with chisels and having a proper tight fit. This will completely change how your assemble cabinets, drawers and other forms of boxes. We will also be doing our own mortise and tenons, which is another essential way to create a hidden joint that is long lasting and applicable to numerous project types.
This class is a great opportunity to learn a basic fundamental element of period furniture making. It’s suggested to take the Spoon Carving and/or Intro to Traditional Woodcarving class prior to this class, but not necessary. The Ball and Claw foot is an iconic detail found in many early American furniture pieces, particularly in the Chippendale style. Though Thomas Chippendale never had an example of one, early American period furniture makers who immigrated from Dutch countries started implementing this concept into Chippendale style furniture, being it popular during the era. It’s derived from Chinese influence, mimicking a dragon clutching a ball or gem. It’s associated with American furniture, as we attributed the visual aspect to that of an eagle claw. This class covers how to layout the foot dimensionally, shape and carve the ball, integrate the webbings, detail the talons, and shape the toes. This class is a wonderful chance for furniture makers and woodworkers alike to heighten the quality and aesthetic of their woodworking projects.
This class will introduce you to the skills necessary for making a basic box. You will build and leave with a basic small box suitable for a trinket, keepsake or gift. The box will use mitered corners, a contained bottom and lid. The lid will be cut from the box and attached via inset box hinges.
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Marquetry is an art form of woodworking that has been around for centuries. It involves cutting thin veneers by hand which are later inlayed into a woodworking piece of furniture parts. Marquetry is as the French called it, "Painting with wood". This class teaches the fundamental aspects of doing marquetry for your own projects. This course covers resawing veneers, creating patera packets, hand cutting techniques, sand shading, glue ups, and demonstrating inlaying your marquetry piece into wood.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Take this class to develop your turning skills by making a wooden bud vase! While the instructor will provide project guidance, students will be able to exercise their creativity by shaping the vase however they see fit. Each student will leave with a truly unique bud vase to show off or give to a loved one! NOTE: While this class can be taken as a standalone course, this is a great follow on class to our Spindle Turning 101 as it gives students a fun project to practice their beads and coves.
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
This class is a fundamentally essential way to be introduced into working with traditional hand tools that have been used for thousands of years. The focal points will be using hand planes, learning how to setup and adjust planes to flatten/smooth a board, join an edge and beveling. Handsaws, which we will cover western and Japanese pull saws to practice proper sawing techniques. Chisels will be used also to practice making a mortise with clean edges. During the class we will also talk and use other hand tools such as spoke shaves, card scrapers, drawknives, rasps/files etc. This class elevates your skill set to begin using various tools and skills to start implementing them into your own projects.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
In the second part of our Wood Turning Fundamentals series, students will expand and hone their bowl turning skills. They will be practicing different cuts including push cuts, pull cuts, and shear cuts. A portion of the class will be devoted to cutting blanks for turning. PRE-REQUISITE: Wood Turning Fundamentals I
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
Are you ready to take your turning skills up a notch? Then come take this lidded box class. David will take you on a journey to turn a block of wood into a custom turned lidded box. Along this journey we will discuss wood selection, holding methods, box design and finishing. We will spend time on the different tools we use and the proper turning techniques to achieve a box that will be a lasting treasure.
The router is one of the more versatile tools in the wood shop, but it can be very intimidating to a beginner. Take this workshop to learn more about selecting routers, using them safely, choosing the proper bits, and increasing the router's versatility by mounting it to a table and utilizing various jigs and accessories.
In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, processing lumber, laying out and creating joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish (as time allows). Along with developing the foundational skills learned in Fundamentals I, the main focus of this class is on discussing pros and cons of several joinery methods, including pocket screws, dowels, dominos, and Mortise and Tenons. Students will be able to apply at least one of these methods to their Shaker End Table projects, and will leave with a better understanding of woodworking joinery and furniture construction techniques. PRE-REQUISITE: Woodworking Fundamentals I OR Table Saw/Jointer/Planer.
Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.
Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
In the final part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will spend two days learning about casework construction as they make a solid wood cabinet. New topics covered during this session include designing traditional casework, laying out and creating cabinet joinery, and making and fitting inset raised panel doors. Students will leave with a beautiful Shaker Wall Cabinet and a greater confidence to apply their skills to future woodworking projects. PRE-REQUISITES: Woodworking Fundamentals I & II.
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
Bring your date to this class to make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Students will receive hands-on practice with creating domino and half-lap joinery, tapering and shaping legs, and preparing surfaces for finish. Each couple will leave with a completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot!
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
This class is a fundamentally essential way to be introduced into working with traditional hand tools that have been used for thousands of years. The focal points will be using hand planes, learning how to setup and adjust planes to flatten/smooth a board, join an edge and beveling. Handsaws, which we will cover western and Japanese pull saws to practice proper sawing techniques. Chisels will be used also to practice making a mortise with clean edges. During the class we will also talk and use other hand tools such as spoke shaves, card scrapers, drawknives, rasps/files etc. This class elevates your skill set to begin using various tools and skills to start implementing them into your own projects.
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Spoon carving is a fun, almost anywhere/anytime carving activity. Learn to select material for carving, rough out your blank, avoid injury, deal with tricky grain issues and how to finish your new spoon. Our instructor will share tips, provide feedback and help troubleshoot any difficulties you experience in completing your project.
A "Drunken" cutting board is a handmade board with a unique, wavy, checkerboard pattern created by gluing two strips of wood together, then cutting them and alternating the pieces in a wavy or "drunken" fashion. These boards are crafted from contrasting hardwoods like maple and cherry, walnut and ash, or sapele, making them functional works of art and conversation pieces. All handcrafted, durable, and finished with food-safe finishes.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
In this class each student will construct a bird house out of one cedar fence picket.
Learn to build and turn a segmented bowl. First, you'll design your bowl. You'll learn the math involved in cutting and designing your bowl. (Don't worry, it's easy.) Using the jig, you will cut the individual pieces and begin building your bowl. Once the bowl is built, you'll begin turning your piece. TIME: A 8 hour class where you'll cut your pieces and gluing up the pieces to form your bowl. A 4 hour class to turn and finish your bowl.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
This Country Clock is a simple, attractive project that gives you the opportunity to try an antique finishing process. If country isn't your style, try this mantle clock with a stained or natural finish without the hearts. It is a great looking timepiece no matter what you choose.
Turning a bowl is fun, but turning a platter is a whole new game! Come in for this class and let David show you how to pull off this game changing project. David will open up a whole new world of turning where no square bit of wood, whether big or small, figured or plain, wet or dry will be safe again. We will discuss platter design, holding methods, tool techniques and proper finishing techniques. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add another project to your turning repertoire. Each student will leave with a platter approximately 10" around and 1-1/4" thick.
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
Sharpening skills are essential for the woodturner. Let us show you how to maintain a sharp edge on your turning tools. We will have the the Wolverine Sharpening Jig by Oneway and the Sorby Pro-Edge set up to use. We will show you how to use either of these to properly sharpen your turning tools: gouges, scrapers & skews will be covered in depth. Each Student may bring 2 Turning Tools that need sharpening.
In this class the students will learn about using a Band Saw. We will discuss the different types and sizes of Band Saws, and how to set them up properly. We will cover how to choose the right accessories and the right blades for your projects. The students will leave the class with the confidence they need to use the Band Saw in their next project.
In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, discussing different types of joinery, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
Take this class to learn how to make your own trim to match your cabinet or furniture projects! Topics covered include how to make toe kick skin, scribe material, light rail, and layered crown molding. Students will then get the opportunity to make two piece crown molding and a countertop for their cabinets. Note: while this can be taken as a standalone course, the dimensions of the crown molding and countertop are sized for the cabinets made in this series, and no alterations will be allowed.
In the fifth part of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking series, students will learn about the application of different types of paints and finishes. Topics covered include: preparing the surface for finishing; selecting stains, paints, and finishes; applying selected finishes; and troubleshooting common finishing issues. Students who have taken the previous cabinetmaking classes will be able to apply at least one coat of finish on their cabinets.
In this session, students will receive hands-on practice with the final steps of the kitchen cabinetmaking process. Topics covered include: installing and adjusting doors and drawers, attaching pulls and knobs, and installing kitchen cabinets and trim. Students who completed the KC104: Making Custom Trim class will then be guided through the process of attaching layered crown molding on their wall cabinets, installing a countertop and casters on their base cabinets, and attaching knobs and pulls (brought from home or purchased during the class).
This class is subsequent to the 101 class. As you become more familiar with utilizing hand tools for your projects, this class offers ways to maintain your tools for longevity and efficiency while working. We will go over the process of sharpening chisels, hand planes, carving gouges, card scrapers, handsaws, etc. This will benefit the quality of the tools use greatly. We will also cover different shaping techniques with hand tools alone rather than with power tools. Using drawknives and spoke shaves to shape dimensional lumber into rounded and curved pieces. Which we will follow with using rasps, files and scrapers to achieve a finish ready surface. This class overall gives you the ability to start elevating the way you create your own projects by making shaped details with only hand tools.
This class is designed to teach you some of the most essential and important joinery techniques to construct and secure lumber together for your furniture and woodworking projects. Though not necessary, it is encouraged to take the Hand Tools 101 and 201 classes prior to this. We will be delving into how to cut dovetails by hand, from laying out tailboards with dividers/ bevel gauges, sawing techniques, pairing with chisels and having a proper tight fit. This will completely change how your assemble cabinets, drawers and other forms of boxes. We will also be doing our own mortise and tenons, which is another essential way to create a hidden joint that is long lasting and applicable to numerous project types.
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Let us introduce you to the scroll saw and its potential to create both beautiful and useful pieces of work. This class will be a hands-on class. Learn proper set-up procedures and blade selection for projects. Each student will complete a scrollsaw project.
Create a knife you will be proud to show and use for a lifetime or simply give as a gift. With this WoodRiver kit, you can make a high-quality knife without the need for metalworking tools, or the expertise required to make the blade. The knife is constructed from 7/64" - thick high-quality 440C stainless steel that is easy to sharpen and maintain a keen edge. Shape, mount and finish your custom handle for a truly one-of-a-kind, high-quality knife. The 8" overall length and 3 - 1/2" stainless steel blade with finger grip relief makes this a great general-purpose hunting, fishing, or camping knife.
Woodcarving is one of the oldest specialized trades in the world. Carving has changed the styles and designs of furniture making and woodworking for millennia. This class will cover the basic fundamentals of traditional woodcarving which includes safety, carving tool education, how to sharpen tools, design and layout, low relief carvings and efficient techniques.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
Discover the art of woodworking through this hands-on class where you’ll build your own wooden collapsible basket — a functional and beautiful piece that folds flat for easy storage and expands for everyday use. Participants will learn key woodworking techniques including measuring, cutting, sanding, and finishing, as well as safe use of power tools. Each student will leave with a completed collapsible basket ready for use or gift-giving, plus the skills and confidence to make more on their own.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, processing lumber, laying out and creating joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish (as time allows). Along with developing the foundational skills learned in Fundamentals I, the main focus of this class is on discussing pros and cons of several joinery methods, including pocket screws, dowels, dominos, and Mortise and Tenons. Students will be able to apply at least one of these methods to their Shaker End Table projects, and will leave with a better understanding of woodworking joinery and furniture construction techniques. PRE-REQUISITE: Woodworking Fundamentals I OR Table Saw/Jointer/Planer.
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
Are you ready to take your turning skills up a notch? Then come take this lidded box class. David will take you on a journey to turn a block of wood into a custom turned lidded box. Along this journey we will discuss wood selection, holding methods, box design and finishing. We will spend time on the different tools we use and the proper turning techniques to achieve a box that will be a lasting treasure.
The table saw is the workhorse of most wood shops, so if you're new to woodworking, this is a great class to learn how to safely use this tool. After learning about table saw safety, students will get hands-on practice using the rip fence, miter gauge, crosscut sled, and dado stack
Students will learn techniques for carving images with Vectric’s V-Carve software using three main toolpaths: V-carve, Photo V-carve and Sketch carve. Instruction will include advantages and limitations of each type of toolpath and which is right for a specific image. Image selection and editing will also be discussed. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Bring your date to this class to make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Students will receive hands-on practice with creating domino and half-lap joinery, tapering and shaping legs, and preparing surfaces for finish. Each couple will leave with a completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot!
This class will introduce you to the skills necessary for making a basic box. You will build and leave with a basic small box suitable for a trinket, keepsake or gift. The box will use mitered corners, a contained bottom and lid. The lid will be cut from the box and attached via inset box hinges.
Students will learn how to carve easy and fun Christmas ornaments on the CNC using multi-colored Spectraply. Students will start with a simple design and utilize fluting and bit choice to take advantage of the colored layers in this unique wood product. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Join us for this hands-on class where you'll learn to build a classic farmhouse table from start to finish —using the precision and efficiency of Festool tools. This workshop is perfect for both passionate hobbyists and aspiring furniture makers who want to deepen their skills while working with professional-grade equipment. Over the course of this class, you'll gain experience with essential techniques like joinery, planing, cutting, and sanding, all while exploring the unique capabilities of Festool's track saws, Domino joiners, dust extractors, and more. We'll cover everything from wood selection and layout to final assembly and finishing, with a strong focus on craftsmanship and safety. By the end of the class, you'll not only walk away with a beautiful, handcrafted farmhouse table—you’ll also gain confidence in using Festool tools to elevate your future woodworking projects.
This core CNC class begins with a quick review of CNC / VCarve basics, but quickly launches into new concepts, including using & modifying 2D clipart, bitmap tracing & clean up, offsets and arrays. Students will also learn how to create original drawings combining open and closed vectors then modifying them using node editing. Students will setup several new tool definitions crucial for more common CNC applications. New 2.5D toolpaths include: drilling, texturing, prism, and fluting. A portion of class time will be reserved for actual CNC machining. Projects will include coasters, cutting boards, a simple game and … if time permits … a candle holder. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max). Please Note: This foundation course is required for future CNC classes.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
A couple who takes this course will get the chance to turn a bottle opener and a wine stopper. Sign up today to make these neat projects and lasting memories!
A "Drunken" cutting board is a handmade board with a unique, wavy, checkerboard pattern created by gluing two strips of wood together, then cutting them and alternating the pieces in a wavy or "drunken" fashion. These boards are crafted from contrasting hardwoods like maple and cherry, walnut and ash, or sapele, making them functional works of art and conversation pieces. All handcrafted, durable, and finished with food-safe finishes.
This class is a fundamentally essential way to be introduced into working with traditional hand tools that have been used for thousands of years. The focal points will be using hand planes, learning how to setup and adjust planes to flatten/smooth a board, join an edge and beveling. Handsaws, which we will cover western and Japanese pull saws to practice proper sawing techniques. Chisels will be used also to practice making a mortise with clean edges. During the class we will also talk and use other hand tools such as spoke shaves, card scrapers, drawknives, rasps/files etc. This class elevates your skill set to begin using various tools and skills to start implementing them into your own projects.
Create a knife and experience you will never forget! With this Machete knife kit, you can make a high-quality knife without the need for metalworking tools, or the expertise required to make the blade. The knife is constructed from 7/64" - thick high-quality 440C stainless steel that is easy to sharpen and maintain a keen edge. Shape, mount and finish your custom handle for a truly one-of-a-kind, high-quality knife. The stainless steel blade makes this a great general-purpose Zombie hunting or brush trimming while searching for the zombies. Each student will walk away with a custom made machete, just in time for Halloween! Sign up today for this scary class you'll never forget!
Our Date Night at the Wood Shop series is designed to give couples a chance to spend an evening together making a fun project and lasting memories! All of these sessions are priced per couple, so you only need to register for one spot. In this spooky version of our Date Night series, couples will walk away with a custom made machete, just in time for Halloween! Sign up today for this scary night you'll never forget!
This class is a great opportunity to learn a basic fundamental element of period furniture making. It’s suggested to take the Spoon Carving and/or Intro to Traditional Woodcarving class prior to this class, but not necessary. The Ball and Claw foot is an iconic detail found in many early American furniture pieces, particularly in the Chippendale style. Though Thomas Chippendale never had an example of one, early American period furniture makers who immigrated from Dutch countries started implementing this concept into Chippendale style furniture, being it popular during the era. It’s derived from Chinese influence, mimicking a dragon clutching a ball or gem. It’s associated with American furniture, as we attributed the visual aspect to that of an eagle claw. This class covers how to layout the foot dimensionally, shape and carve the ball, integrate the webbings, detail the talons, and shape the toes. This class is a wonderful chance for furniture makers and woodworkers alike to heighten the quality and aesthetic of their woodworking projects.
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Spoon carving is a fun, almost anywhere/anytime carving activity. Learn to select material for carving, rough out your blank, avoid injury, deal with tricky grain issues and how to finish your new spoon. Our instructor will share tips, provide feedback and help troubleshoot any difficulties you experience in completing your project.
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
Take this class to develop your turning skills by making a wooden bud vase! While the instructor will provide project guidance, students will be able to exercise their creativity by shaping the vase however they see fit. Each student will leave with a truly unique bud vase to show off or give to a loved one! NOTE: While this class can be taken as a standalone course, this is a great follow on class to our Spindle Turning 101 as it gives students a fun project to practice their beads and coves.
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
Join Alex Snodgrass, the leading authority on the bandsaw, for an in-depth seminar on unlocking the full potential of your bandsaw. Participants will learn how to fine tune a bandsaw for smoother cuts and greater accuracy. He will also demonstrate how Carter Products accessories extend the tool’s range. Guides, mag fence, blades, inserts and a circle cutter will be highlighted for their role in precise and efficient work. The seminar will also include a brief segment on Titebond® glues, focusing on the optimal types for various woodworking projects. This seminar lays the groundwork for Alex’s box building class, offering students the chance to learn directly from a respected authority in woodworking.
Renowned bandsaw master Alex Snodgrass will lead a hands-on class devoted to building two striking projects: a four-drawer pin box and a two-drawer wave box. Instruction covers setup, cutting techniques and safe shaping methods while Alex guides participants step by step and answers questions throughout the process. He also reveals the secrets behind his signature designs, including magnetic boxes, push button boxes, the gravity pin box and an articulated snake. Additionally, participants will receive exclusive access to a private video showcasing the completed projects, extending the learning beyond the classroom. By the end of the day, students not only complete two boxes but also gain the rare chance to learn directly from a legend in the craft, leaving with the skills and confidence to create almost any style of bandsaw box. Secure your spot TODAY. Class size is limited to 10.
Renowned bandsaw master Alex Snodgrass will lead a hands-on class devoted to building two striking projects: a four-drawer pin box and a two-drawer wave box. Instruction covers setup, cutting techniques and safe shaping methods while Alex guides participants step by step and answers questions throughout the process. He also reveals the secrets behind his signature designs, including magnetic boxes, push button boxes, the gravity pin box and an articulated snake. Additionally, participants will receive exclusive access to a private video showcasing the completed projects, extending the learning beyond the classroom. By the end of the day, students not only complete two boxes but also gain the rare chance to learn directly from a legend in the craft, leaving with the skills and confidence to create almost any style of bandsaw box. Secure your spot TODAY. Class size is limited to 10.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
The router is one of the more versatile tools in the wood shop, but it can be very intimidating to a beginner. Take this workshop to learn more about selecting routers, using them safely, choosing the proper bits, and increasing the router's versatility by mounting it to a table and utilizing various jigs and accessories.
Turning a bowl is fun, but turning a platter is a whole new game! Come in for this class and let David show you how to pull off this game changing project. David will open up a whole new world of turning where no square bit of wood, whether big or small, figured or plain, wet or dry will be safe again. We will discuss platter design, holding methods, tool techniques and proper finishing techniques. Don't miss out on this opportunity to add another project to your turning repertoire. Each student will leave with a platter approximately 10" around and 1-1/4" thick.
Take our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series to gain the confidence and knowledge necessary to tackle your upcoming cabinet projects! While the focus of this series is on kitchen cabinetmaking, the techniques you’ll learn can easily be applied to many types of cabinetry including bathroom vanities, closets, mudrooms, built-ins, and more. In the first part of this series, students will spend 12+ hours of class time learning about the cabinetmaking process as they build two cabinets to take home. Topics covered include: creating a cut list, processing sheets of plywood, creating case joinery, applying edge banding, drilling shelf pin holes, and making and attaching face frames. Students will complete two cabinet boxes: a base cabinet sized to fit common benchtop tools, and a wall cabinet that can be used for utility or shop storage. Any extra time at the end of the class can be used for preparing surfaces for finish and/or discussing kitchen layout ideas. Students registered for future sessions of this series can choose to leave their cabinets onsite.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
Students will learn about all types of bits used in CNC carving: end mills, ball nose, V bits, and more. Instruction will include usage of up spiral, down spiral and compression bits; entering form bits into the tool database; and explanation off feed rates, spindle speeds and chip loads.
In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, processing lumber, laying out and creating joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish (as time allows). Along with developing the foundational skills learned in Fundamentals I, the main focus of this class is on discussing pros and cons of several joinery methods, including pocket screws, dowels, dominos, and Mortise and Tenons. Students will be able to apply at least one of these methods to their Shaker End Table projects, and will leave with a better understanding of woodworking joinery and furniture construction techniques. PRE-REQUISITE: Woodworking Fundamentals I OR Table Saw/Jointer/Planer.
In the second part of our Wood Turning Fundamentals series, students will expand and hone their bowl turning skills. They will be practicing different cuts including push cuts, pull cuts, and shear cuts. A portion of the class will be devoted to cutting blanks for turning. PRE-REQUISITE: Wood Turning Fundamentals I
Learn how to make your own pen blanks using epoxy in this class! Students will learn the basics of using epoxy resin as they're guided through the process of creating their own blanks. NOTE: Students can take our Pen Turning 103 class to turn their blank into a pen OR they can come back after the class to de-mold their blank and take it home to turn.
This Country Clock is a simple, attractive project that gives you the opportunity to try an antique finishing process. If country isn't your style, try this mantle clock with a stained or natural finish without the hearts. It is a great looking timepiece no matter what you choose.
Students will learn how to carve easy and fun Christmas ornaments on the CNC using multi-colored Spectraply. Students will start with a simple design and utilize fluting and bit choice to take advantage of the colored layers in this unique wood product. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
A "Drunken" cutting board is a handmade board with a unique, wavy, checkerboard pattern created by gluing two strips of wood together, then cutting them and alternating the pieces in a wavy or "drunken" fashion. These boards are crafted from contrasting hardwoods like maple and cherry, walnut and ash, or sapele, making them functional works of art and conversation pieces. All handcrafted, durable, and finished with food-safe finishes.
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
In the final part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will spend two days learning about casework construction as they make a solid wood cabinet. New topics covered during this session include designing traditional casework, laying out and creating cabinet joinery, and making and fitting inset raised panel doors. Students will leave with a beautiful Shaker Wall Cabinet and a greater confidence to apply their skills to future woodworking projects. PRE-REQUISITES: Woodworking Fundamentals I & II.
This class is subsequent to the 101 class. As you become more familiar with utilizing hand tools for your projects, this class offers ways to maintain your tools for longevity and efficiency while working. We will go over the process of sharpening chisels, hand planes, carving gouges, card scrapers, handsaws, etc. This will benefit the quality of the tools use greatly. We will also cover different shaping techniques with hand tools alone rather than with power tools. Using drawknives and spoke shaves to shape dimensional lumber into rounded and curved pieces. Which we will follow with using rasps, files and scrapers to achieve a finish ready surface. This class overall gives you the ability to start elevating the way you create your own projects by making shaped details with only hand tools.
This class is subsequent to the 101 class. As you become more familiar with utilizing hand tools for your projects, this class offers ways to maintain your tools for longevity and efficiency while working. We will go over the process of sharpening chisels, hand planes, carving gouges, card scrapers, handsaws, etc. This will benefit the quality of the tools use greatly. We will also cover different shaping techniques with hand tools alone rather than with power tools. Using drawknives and spoke shaves to shape dimensional lumber into rounded and curved pieces. Which we will follow with using rasps, files and scrapers to achieve a finish ready surface. This class overall gives you the ability to start elevating the way you create your own projects by making shaped details with only hand tools.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
Join us at 6 PM the first Wednesday of each month for our FREE CNC Users Group meeting!
A full day of hands-on software instruction in Vectric’s Vcarve. Learn how to create a CNC job, design and edit vectors using basic shapes and text, create basic toolpaths, add bits to tool database and save g-code for machining. PROJECTS: various simple cutouts and signs. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
Marquetry is an art form of woodworking that has been around for centuries. It involves cutting thin veneers by hand which are later inlayed into a woodworking piece of furniture parts. Marquetry is as the French called it, "Painting with wood". This class teaches the fundamental aspects of doing marquetry for your own projects. This course covers resawing veneers, creating patera packets, hand cutting techniques, sand shading, glue ups, and demonstrating inlaying your marquetry piece into wood.
This class focuses on strategies for setting up and using a CNC machine. Students will get hands on experience carving projects designed in the CNC 101 class. Strategies include initial table set up and clamping techniques. Students will design their own fence and clamp system. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
In this class each student will construct a bird house out of one cedar fence picket.
In the second part of this series, students will receive hands-on practice creating drawers. Topics covered include: measuring for drawers, creating a cut list, discussing different types of joinery, assembling drawers, preparing for finish, and attaching drawer slides. This class can be taken as a standalone course, but the drawers will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in the KC101 class, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
Sharpening skills are essential for the woodturner. Let us show you how to maintain a sharp edge on your turning tools. We will have the the Wolverine Sharpening Jig by Oneway and the Sorby Pro-Edge set up to use. We will show you how to use either of these to properly sharpen your turning tools: gouges, scrapers & skews will be covered in depth. Each Student may bring 2 Turning Tools that need sharpening.
Students will learn how to carve easy and fun Christmas ornaments on the CNC using multi-colored Spectraply. Students will start with a simple design and utilize fluting and bit choice to take advantage of the colored layers in this unique wood product. Student’s own Windows based laptop with Vectric Vcarve or Aspire installed and operational (Desktop, Pro or Aspire; the free demo version is OK), a scrolling mouse and a USB 2.0 flash drive (16 MB max).
In this edition of our Kitchen Cabinetmaking Series, students will learn how to make their own Shaker style flat panel doors from start to finish. Topics covered include: measuring for doors, creating a cut list, processing hardwood lumber, routing cope-and-stick joinery, assembling doors, preparing the surface for finish, and attaching euro cup hinges. While this can be taken as a standalone course, the doors will be sized specifically for the cabinets built in KC101, and no size alterations will be allowed due to time and material constraints.
This class is designed for beginners who want to learn how to safely use the core tools of the wood shop. During the first half of the class, we will focus on how to properly flatten and size lumber using the table saw, jointer, and planer. Once the material is flat and square, we will discuss glue up methods as we join the material to create a cutting board. The second half of the class will focus on safely using the router and router table to shape the board and apply a decorative edge. Students will leave with a completed project and a great foundation for starting their woodworking journey!
This introductory class is designed for kids ages 8 to 15 years old, who are interested in learning about the world of Woodworking. The class will include the completion of a small project to take home.
In this class the students will learn about using a Band Saw. We will discuss the different types and sizes of Band Saws, and how to set them up properly. We will cover how to choose the right accessories and the right blades for your projects. The students will leave the class with the confidence they need to use the Band Saw in their next project.
Are you ready to take your turning skills up a notch? Then come take this lidded box class. David will take you on a journey to turn a block of wood into a custom turned lidded box. Along this journey we will discuss wood selection, holding methods, box design and finishing. We will spend time on the different tools we use and the proper turning techniques to achieve a box that will be a lasting treasure.
Discover the art of woodworking through this hands-on class where you’ll build your own wooden collapsible basket — a functional and beautiful piece that folds flat for easy storage and expands for everyday use. Participants will learn key woodworking techniques including measuring, cutting, sanding, and finishing, as well as safe use of power tools. Each student will leave with a completed collapsible basket ready for use or gift-giving, plus the skills and confidence to make more on their own.
This class is a fundamentally essential way to be introduced into working with traditional hand tools that have been used for thousands of years. The focal points will be using hand planes, learning how to setup and adjust planes to flatten/smooth a board, join an edge and beveling. Handsaws, which we will cover western and Japanese pull saws to practice proper sawing techniques. Chisels will be used also to practice making a mortise with clean edges. During the class we will also talk and use other hand tools such as spoke shaves, card scrapers, drawknives, rasps/files etc. This class elevates your skill set to begin using various tools and skills to start implementing them into your own projects.
Create a knife you will be proud to show and use for a lifetime or simply give as a gift. With this WoodRiver kit, you can make a high-quality knife without the need for metalworking tools, or the expertise required to make the blade. The knife is constructed from 7/64" - thick high-quality 440C stainless steel that is easy to sharpen and maintain a keen edge. Shape, mount and finish your custom handle for a truly one-of-a-kind, high-quality knife. The 8" overall length and 3 - 1/2" stainless steel blade with finger grip relief makes this a great general-purpose hunting, fishing, or camping knife.
Check out this class if you're interested in the world of wood turning! The class will begin with a discussion about lathe safety and terminology, the importance of sharpening, selecting the appropriate turning tools, and understanding the use of chucks and accessories. Students will then get several hours of hands-on practice learning fundamental tool techniques as they turn a small bowl project.
In the second part of our Woodworking Fundamentals series, students will receive hands-on practice with generating a cut-list, processing lumber, laying out and creating joinery, cutting tapered legs, assembling tables, and applying an oil finish (as time allows). Along with developing the foundational skills learned in Fundamentals I, the main focus of this class is on discussing pros and cons of several joinery methods, including pocket screws, dowels, dominos, and Mortise and Tenons. Students will be able to apply at least one of these methods to their Shaker End Table projects, and will leave with a better understanding of woodworking joinery and furniture construction techniques. PRE-REQUISITE: Woodworking Fundamentals I OR Table Saw/Jointer/Planer.
Students will learn the proper steps to make a pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home to show friends and family members. CAUTION: Pen Turning can be very addictive! This class may be cancelled if there are fewer than 3 students.
Bring your date to this class to make a Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand! Students will receive hands-on practice with creating domino and half-lap joinery, tapering and shaping legs, and preparing surfaces for finish. Each couple will leave with a completed plant stand as well as a ceramic pot!