This is an intermediate level class with a recommended Bandsaw Basics class pre-requisite, but not required. Students will learn how to create a simple bandsaw box from start to finish. Class includes and overview of the process, the creation of a blank, layout of your box, creating a drawer, and finishing your box. All participants will leave with their own custom completed box. Cost includes wood for blanks and shop supplies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Box making is a great way to build your woodworking skills. It does not take a large amount of expensive material to build a decorative wooden box. The skills learned scan be transferred to other types of projects. High quality boxes can really show your craftsmanship. Boxes make great gifts for many occasions.
Students will explore basic box making, including joinery, lids -drop in and hinged, and some different ideas on embellishing boxes. Students will make two different decorative boxes.
This is an intermediate level class with a recommended Bandsaw Basics class pre-requisite, but not required. Students will learn how to create a simple bandsaw box from start to finish. Class includes and overview of the process, the creation of a blank, layout of your box, creating a drawer, and finishing your box. All participants will leave with their own custom completed box. Cost includes wood for blanks and shop supplies.
Learn the art of making pictures using different colors of wood. In this class we will create a flower project to show the basics of how to create stunning effects. Basic Scrollsaw knowledge is necessary.
