Woodcraft of Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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$180.00

Beginner

Learn to Turn

with Alan Leland

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

This beginner-friendly class is the ideal introduction to the art of woodturning. Whether you’re completely new to the craft or looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn essential tool techniques in a supportive, hands-on setting designed to build confidence and creativity. In the morning, students will turn a Bead & Cove Stick—a foundational exercise that teaches the key shapes used in most turning projects: the bead (convex curve), the cove (concave curve), and the flat (straight line). In the afternoon, you’ll apply those skills by creating a simple, satisfying project to take home. Mastering the Bead & Cove Stick builds the muscle memory and understanding you need to enjoy smoother, more successful turning. It's an essential first step that sets you up for more advanced projects with confidence. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when a new session becomes available.

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$150.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Splined Miter Box

with Nicole Reidinger

Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Required Tools

Build precision and confidence at the table saw while creating a beautiful, functional splined miter box. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to safely and accurately cut 45° miters using a sled, create clean dado cuts, and reinforce your joinery with decorative splines. Along the way, we’ll cover essential setup techniques, tool control, and tips for repeatable accuracy skills you can apply to countless future projects. By the end, you’ll leave with a finished piece and a stronger foundation for working at the table saw.

$250.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals

with Bill Wallace

Part 1: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, September 27, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Required Tools

Curious about woodworking but not sure where to begin? Start here! This hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the tools, techniques, and fundamentals of the modern woodworking shop. You’ll gain practical experience using a wide range of common hand and power tools—including the table saw, jointer, planer, bandsaw, drum sander, drill press, and more—as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to take home. Along the way, we’ll cover essential topics like wood selection and preparation, basic joinery, gluing, and finishing techniques. You'll walk away with the skills and confidence to begin your woodworking journey—and knowledge that will last a lifetime. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when the next session is scheduled.

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$125.00

All Levels

Beginning Kumiko

with Eric Padden

Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Required Tools

Kumiko is the ancient Japanese technique of assembling intricate geometric wooden lattices. Found in fine furniture and architecture, these panels add elegance to cabinets, doors, and boxes. In this class, you will: Learn design layout for a Kumiko pattern. Build custom jigs to achieve perfect, repeatable angles. Mill and fit individual components using traditional methods. You will walk away with a completed Kumiko panel and the fundamental skills for high-precision joinery.

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$180.00

Beginner

Learn to Turn

with Alan Leland

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

This beginner-friendly class is the ideal introduction to the art of woodturning. Whether you’re completely new to the craft or looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn essential tool techniques in a supportive, hands-on setting designed to build confidence and creativity. In the morning, students will turn a Bead & Cove Stick—a foundational exercise that teaches the key shapes used in most turning projects: the bead (convex curve), the cove (concave curve), and the flat (straight line). In the afternoon, you’ll apply those skills by creating a simple, satisfying project to take home. Mastering the Bead & Cove Stick builds the muscle memory and understanding you need to enjoy smoother, more successful turning. It's an essential first step that sets you up for more advanced projects with confidence. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when a new session becomes available.

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$90.00

All Levels

Sharpening Turning Tools

with Alan Leland

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12 PM - 4:30 PM

Required Tools

The key to successful turning? Sharp tools. In this class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of sharpening—an essential skill that can make or break your turning projects. We’ll cover the basics of grinder types, selecting and setting up grinding wheels, using various sharpening jigs, and proper techniques for sharpening bowl gouges, scrapers, skew chisels, spindle gouges, and more. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your sharpening process, this class will give you the knowledge and confidence to keep your tools performing at their best. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll contact you when the class is offered again.

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$180.00

Intermediate

Christmas Ornament - Hollow Globe

with Alan Leland

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

This intermediate-to-advanced workshop focuses on the technical skills required to create hollow-globe Christmas ornaments. Participants will turn and hollow a 2.5-inch sphere using various mounting and hollowing techniques. The course concludes with the crafting of a custom cap and decorative icicle to complete the piece.

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$90.00

Beginner

Woodworking 101: Make a Charcuterie Board

with Nicole Reidinger

Sunday, October 25, 2026, 12 PM - 5 PM

Required Tools

Unleash your inner woodworker and create a stunning, custom charcuterie board in just five hours! Join us for this immersive, hands-on workshop where you'll learn the essential techniques for crafting a beautiful wooden serving piece. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some woodworking experience, our expert instructor will guide you through every step, from raw lumber to a finished, food-safe board. What You'll Do: Lumber Selection: Learn about different wood species ideal for charcuterie. Shaping & Cutting: Safely use saws to cut and shape your board to your desired design. Sanding & Smoothing: Master the art of progressive sanding for a flawlessly smooth finish. Finishing & Oiling: Apply a food-safe oil finish to bring out the wood's natural beauty and make it ready for serving. Walk away with: A one-of-a-kind, handcrafted wooden charcuterie board ready to impress your guests. The confidence and skills to tackle future small woodworking projects

$250.00

All Levels

Intro to Cabinetmaking

with Eric Padden

Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Required Tools

Want to try woodworking but not sure where to begin? This hands-on class is the perfect starting point. You'll get guided instruction on the safe use of key shop tools—including the table saw, jointer, planer, bandsaw, drum sander, drill press, and more—as you build and finish a project you’ll be proud to take home. Along the way, we’ll cover important fundamentals like wood selection, basic joinery, gluing, and finishing techniques. You'll leave with practical skills, a completed project, and the confidence to keep building. If the class is full or the date doesn't work for you, give us a call to join our overflow list. We’ll contact you when the next session opens up.

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$150.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Splined Miter Box

with Nicole Reidinger

Sunday, November 8, 2026, 12 PM - 5 PM

Required Tools

Build precision and confidence at the table saw while creating a beautiful, functional splined miter box. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to safely and accurately cut 45° miters using a sled, create clean dado cuts, and reinforce your joinery with decorative splines. Along the way, we’ll cover essential setup techniques, tool control, and tips for repeatable accuracy skills you can apply to countless future projects. By the end, you’ll leave with a finished piece and a stronger foundation for working at the table saw.

$140.00

Intermediate

Simple Christmas Ornaments

with Alan Leland

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Students will turn a variety of simple ornaments. Emphasis will be on developing tool technique and developing a feel for good design. The first ornament will be the Toy Soldier or Nut Cracker style ornament or a Snowman followed by an Angel or a simple Ball and Icicle ornament. This is a fun class full of experimentation and discovering just how much fun turning can be.

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$90.00

All Levels

French Rolling Pin

with Nicole Reidinger

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 12 PM - 5 PM

Required Tools

In this introductory woodturning course, you’ll learn the art of creating a classic French rolling pin. With its tapered ends and a flat center, the French rolling pin is both a beautiful and practical object—perfect for honing your turning skills. This hands-on class will guide you through the fundamentals of achieving clean, symmetrical curves and flat surfaces, helping you master essential techniques while crafting a functional kitchen tool. Join us for an engaging experience that combines creativity and craftsmanship! If the class you are interested in is full or if that date does not work for you please do not hesitate to call our store and sign up for the “overflow” list. We will contact you when that class is scheduled again.

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$180.00

Beginner

Learn to Turn

with Alan Leland

Saturday, November 21, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

This beginner-friendly class is the ideal introduction to the art of woodturning. Whether you’re completely new to the craft or looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn essential tool techniques in a supportive, hands-on setting designed to build confidence and creativity. In the morning, students will turn a Bead & Cove Stick—a foundational exercise that teaches the key shapes used in most turning projects: the bead (convex curve), the cove (concave curve), and the flat (straight line). In the afternoon, you’ll apply those skills by creating a simple, satisfying project to take home. Mastering the Bead & Cove Stick builds the muscle memory and understanding you need to enjoy smoother, more successful turning. It's an essential first step that sets you up for more advanced projects with confidence. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when a new session becomes available.

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$180.00

Beginner

Learn to Turn

with Alan Leland

Saturday, December 12, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

This beginner-friendly class is the ideal introduction to the art of woodturning. Whether you’re completely new to the craft or looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn essential tool techniques in a supportive, hands-on setting designed to build confidence and creativity. In the morning, students will turn a Bead & Cove Stick—a foundational exercise that teaches the key shapes used in most turning projects: the bead (convex curve), the cove (concave curve), and the flat (straight line). In the afternoon, you’ll apply those skills by creating a simple, satisfying project to take home. Mastering the Bead & Cove Stick builds the muscle memory and understanding you need to enjoy smoother, more successful turning. It's an essential first step that sets you up for more advanced projects with confidence. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when a new session becomes available.

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$90.00

All Levels

Bandsaw Box

with Nicole Reidinger

Sunday, December 13, 2026, 12 PM - 5 PM

Required Tools

Bandsaw boxes are delightful woodworking projects that can be both functional and artistic. You can get creative and let your imagination run wild when designing your bandsaw box. As you perfect the technique, a unique shape, any number of drawers and thickness are at your discretion. Remember, bandsaw boxes are addictive to make, and they're perfect for storing little trinkets or as unique gifts. Have fun creating your masterpiece!

$250.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals

with Bill Wallace

Part 1: Monday, December 28, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, December 29, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Required Tools

Curious about woodworking but not sure where to begin? Start here! This hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the tools, techniques, and fundamentals of the modern woodworking shop. You’ll gain practical experience using a wide range of common hand and power tools—including the table saw, jointer, planer, bandsaw, drum sander, drill press, and more—as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to take home. Along the way, we’ll cover essential topics like wood selection and preparation, basic joinery, gluing, and finishing techniques. You'll walk away with the skills and confidence to begin your woodworking journey—and knowledge that will last a lifetime. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when the next session is scheduled.