Beginners class. No knowledge required prior to class. Woodturning orientation class to learn the fundamentals of the tools and supplies often used in woodturning. We will cover safety, terminology, types of tools and accessories. This will not be a hands-on class; it will be more lectures and discussion. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Beginners class. Learn the procedures for turning pens out of wood, finishing options and assembly. You can come with no experience and leave with a finished pen. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
In terms of woodworking power tools, hand-held routers are very useful in the workshop considering how easy they are to use freehand or paired with a jig. Mounting a router into a table turns this handy tool into a powerful machine. This arrangement leaves your hands free to manipulate the work, and enables you to use stops, fences, and hold-downs to control the cut. This orientation also offers a fresh vantage, allowing you to see what the bit is doing to the work. Using a table-mounted router isn't difficult, but it isn't fool-proof. This class will teach you tips and techniques to get the most out of this useful tool. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Beginners class. Learn the basics of woodburning (pyrography), what tools are required and how to use them. A series of exercises and projects to introduce the student to the techniques for successful woodburning. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Intermediate class. Learn the basics of bowl turning on a lathe. Utilizing face plates, chucks and bowl gouges. Previous knowledge of turning required, whether having taken a class, or real-world experience. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Beginners class. Discuss the scroll saw, various types of blades, and types of projects the scroll saw can be used for. Class members will practice basic cutting techniques and start and or complete a basic project for the upcoming holiday seasons. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Beginners class. Discuss blade installation and basic saw setup. Introduction to resaw and basic cutting. Class members will work with instructor to setup bandsaw and create a set of salad servers. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
Beginners class. Learn the procedures for turning pens out of acrylic, finishing techniques and assembly. You can come with no experience and leave with a finished pen. All Students must be 18 years old Classes are non-refundable within 5 days of class
