Woodcraft of Richmond

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Thursday, December 12, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Friday, December 13, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

No Shop - No Problem! Make and Take

Saturday, December 14, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small shop or no Shop - no problem! Under bed storage - Join us for this series in making small projects with minimal tools and materials. In this session using a single sheet of plywood, you'll make and take home an under bed storage unit using Kreg's project plans.

Acrylic Wall Street Pen

Sunday, December 15, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Add more shine and color to your pens with acrylics. This class will teach you the proper method of preparing, turning and finishing this wonderful material while making your own Wall Street pen.

Finishing

Wednesday, December 18, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.

Router Magic

Saturday, December 21, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, January 4, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, January 5, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, January 4, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Lumber Milling And Prep

Monday, January 6, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the steps of dressing rough lumber into finished stock for final project use. This hands on class will address cupped, warped and bent stock, controlling snipe, tapering boards when desired and the differences between helical and straight knife cutter heads.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, January 10, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as wine bottle holders, cheese slicers, measuring cups & spoons, etc.

Cutting Boards

Saturday, January 11, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn to make a cutting board using various species of wood and machines. You will use the miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw, and orbital sander. Sizes vary, but they are always beautiful!

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, January 12, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Intro To CNC

Monday, January 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Tuesday, January 14, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class is for those who wish to enhance their projects with professional looking dovetail joints. Students will use the Porter Cable 12" dovetail jig while making all four joints: through, half-blind, box and sliding. Jig set up and adjustment as well as when the different joints are applied will be thoroughly covered.

No Shop - No Problem! Make and Take

Saturday, January 18, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small shop or no Shop - no problem! Join us for this series in making small projects with minimal tools and materials. In this session using a single sheet of plywood, you'll make and take home a Workbench using Kreg's project plans.

Making A River Table

Part 1: Saturday, January 18, 9:30 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, January 26, 1 PM - 4 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the techniques of making a River Table on a smaller scale using various types of epoxy with wood. You will build the mold for the project, place the wood in it then pour the epoxy. The next week will be spent finishing your project. Finished project is approximately 18"x24".

Spoon Carving

Sunday, January 19, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. There's nothing better than taking a hunk of wood and turning it into a beautiful cooking utensil. From start to finish we will use Green Woodworking Methods to create a personalized spoon.

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, January 22, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Knife Making

Thursday, January 23, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Router Magic

Saturday, January 25, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, January 29, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Knife Making

Thursday, January 30, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, February 1, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, February 2, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, February 1, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Tuning And Using Hand Planes

Tuesday, February 4, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn how to tune up your hand plane for maximum enjoyment and gain tips on the proper care and use of this valuable tool.A variety of planes will be addressed to fit the needs of all.

Finishing

Wednesday, February 5, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, February 7, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as wine bottle holders, cheese slicers, measuring cups & spoons, etc.

Making Base Cabinets

Saturday, February 8, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will unravel the secrets of base cabinet construction. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and adding drawers and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one base cabinet from scratch.

Intermediate Pyrography

Sunday, February 9, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Take your Pyrography skills to the next level with artist Amy Herringshaw. In this class Amy will teach you the skill of line quality and control, and the application of shading using different pen tips. With these skills students will be able to burn realistic projects creating a still life scene. All supplies are included however, students are welcome to bring their own equipment if they prefer.

Intro to Shaper Origin

Monday, February 10, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

A great introduction to the Shaper Origin and its capabilities. Whether you are a new user or wondering if this is the right tool for your shop, this class will explore the basic workflow and operation of the Shaper. We’ll cover the basics of the machine itself from scan and design to cut. There will be an opportunity for each student to make a cut on the Shaper. Come and experience the many things you can do with this machine. Previous router experience required.

Router Magic

Saturday, February 15, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Hand Cut Dovetails

Sunday, February 16, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Students will learn to lay out and hand cut through and half blind dovetails. At the end of this class, you will be able to plan your projects around the pinnacle of woodworking joints...the dovetail. Tuition includes a new, personal chisel for each student.

Knife Making

Monday, February 17, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Carve a Miniature Cottage

Part 1: Saturday, February 22, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 2: Sunday, February 23, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Kathy will guide you in carving this beautiful project. Learn the proper techniques and tools.

Knife Making

Monday, February 24, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Advanced Box Building

Part 1: Thursday, February 27, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Friday, February 28, 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Building a box for the storage of keepsakes or mementos. In this class you will seal the box interior using a locking miter joint; line the box, and properly fit the lid on the box. We discuss modifications to adopt to various uses and differing interior treatments like flocking.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, March 1, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, March 2, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Intro To CNC

Monday, March 3, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Upper Cabinet Construction

Saturday, March 8, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will take the mystery out of building upper cabinets. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one upper cabinet from scratch.

Making A River Table

Part 1: Saturday, March 8, 9:30 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, March 16, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the techniques of making a River Table on a smaller scale using various types of epoxy with wood. You will build the mold for the project, place the wood in it then pour the epoxy. The next week will be spent finishing your project. Finished project is approximately 18"x24".

Cutting Boards 2.0

Sunday, March 9, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. In this class you'll take cutting boards to the next level. We'll create an end-grain board with both juice grooves and routed hand holds. We'll also demonstrate how to create a custom juice groove jig for making cutting boards in your own shop!

Acrylic Wall Street Pen

Sunday, March 9, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Add more shine and color to your pens with acrylics. This class will teach you the proper method of preparing, turning and finishing this wonderful material while making your own Wall Street pen.

Knife Making

Monday, March 10, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Router Magic

Saturday, March 15, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Knife Making

Monday, March 17, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, March 19, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, March 21, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Build An Electric Guitar

Part 1: Saturday, March 22, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, March 23, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 3: Saturday, March 29, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Students will build a Telecaster style electric guitar from prepared wood blanks and should have experience using a plunge router and router table and band saw - these skills are ESSENTIAL - Use of hand saws, files, rasps and sanders are preferred.. All supplies are included.

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, March 22, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. If you want to learn how to turn bowls on the lathe, this class is for you. Ray will focus on the fingernail bowl gouge as the primary tool and will teach you how to complete your piece with a perfect bottom. He will also explain the various methods for mounting your blank on the lathe and discuss wall thickness, design and turning speed.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, March 23, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Advanced Box Building

Part 1: Wednesday, March 26, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Thursday, March 27, 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Building a box for the storage of keepsakes or mementos. In this class you will seal the box interior using a locking miter joint; line the box, and properly fit the lid on the box. We discuss modifications to adopt to various uses and differing interior treatments like flocking.

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, April 2, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Adirondack Chair

Part 1: Saturday, April 5, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 6, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Spend a weekend with Woodcraft and leave with a traditional Adirondack chair. This course is designed for the intermediate level woodworker with some experience using both power and hand tools to cut, drill, sand and assemble this classic chair. Instructions, drawings, cypress wood and fasteners are included in the tuition.

Beginning Wood Carving

Sunday, April 6, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Parent must accompany students under 18. This class is designed for those who are interested in beginning carving as a woodworking hobby. You will be introduced to a variety of basic carving knife profiles, how and when they are used, proper care and sharpening. You will also begin a carving project which can be independently completed with what you will have learned in class.

Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Tuesday, April 8, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class is for those who wish to enhance their projects with professional looking dovetail joints. Students will use the Porter Cable 12" dovetail jig while making all four joints: through, half-blind, box and sliding. Jig set up and adjustment as well as when the different joints are applied will be thoroughly covered.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Thursday, April 10, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Friday, April 11, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, April 12, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, April 13, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, April 12, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, April 13, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, April 18, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

No Shop - No Problem! Make and Take

Saturday, April 19, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Workshop Cabinet. Small shop or no Shop - no problem! Join us for this series in making small projects with minimal tools and materials. In this session using a single sheet of plywood, you'll make and take home a Workshop Wall Cabinet using Kreg's project plans.

Knife Making

Monday, April 21, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Knife Making

Thursday, April 24, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Intermediate Woodworking

Part 1: Friday, April 25, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Saturday, April 26, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 3: Sunday, April 27, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class builds on the foundations established in our Fundamentals class taking your woodworking skills to the next level. With the aid of major power tools and the Leigh jig, you will build a dovetailed blanket chest with lifting top and decorative feet. Joinery, wood preparation and lamination are a key focus. This is an intermediate level class requiring completion of "Fundamentals of Woodworking" as a prerequisite. Stop in to see examples of your finished product.

Lumber Milling And Prep

Tuesday, April 29, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the steps of dressing rough lumber into finished stock for final project use. This hands on class will address cupped, warped and bent stock, controlling snipe, tapering boards when desired and the differences between helical and straight knife cutter heads.

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, April 30, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, May 3, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, May 4, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, May 3, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Intro To CNC

Monday, May 5, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Tuning And Using Hand Planes

Tuesday, May 6, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn how to tune up your hand plane for maximum enjoyment and gain tips on the proper care and use of this valuable tool.A variety of planes will be addressed to fit the needs of all.

Cutting Boards

Saturday, May 10, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn to make a cutting board using various species of wood and machines. You will use the miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw, and orbital sander. Sizes vary, but they are always beautiful!

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, May 11, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, May 16, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Router Magic

Saturday, May 17, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Platters With Turning Tape

Saturday, May 17, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. Platters expose the beauty of wood grain, add a warm look to your serving table, and make quick, easy and excellent gifts. They can be made from a single piece of 1" thick material or a lamination to create pattern or color variation. With a little creativity, they can become cheese or cake platters, chip and dip combinations, or even a Lazy Susan. you will turn both sides using turning tape (an alternative mounting technique) without the aid of a chuck, glue block or screws. Learn the design requirements to make a perfect platter every time!

Beginning Wood Carving

Sunday, May 18, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Parent must accompany students under 18. This class is designed for those who are interested in beginning carving as a woodworking hobby. You will be introduced to a variety of basic carving knife profiles, how and when they are used, proper care and sharpening. You will also begin a carving project which can be independently completed with what you will have learned in class.

Finishing

Wednesday, May 21, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.

Knife Making

Thursday, May 22, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Making Base Cabinets

Saturday, May 24, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will unravel the secrets of base cabinet construction. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and adding drawers and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one base cabinet from scratch.

Knife Making

Thursday, May 29, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

No Shop - No Problem! Make and Take

Sunday, June 1, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Bookcase. Small shop or no Shop - no problem! Join us for this series in making small projects with minimal tools and materials. In this session using a single sheet of plywood, you'll make and take home a bookcase using Kreg's project plans.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, June 7, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, June 8, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, June 7, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Spoon Carving

Sunday, June 8, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. There's nothing better than taking a hunk of wood and turning it into a beautiful cooking utensil. From start to finish we will use Green Woodworking Methods to create a personalized spoon.

Intro to Shaper Origin

Monday, June 9, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

A great introduction to the Shaper Origin and its capabilities. Whether you are a new user or wondering if this is the right tool for your shop, this class will explore the basic workflow and operation of the Shaper. We’ll cover the basics of the machine itself from scan and design to cut. There will be an opportunity for each student to make a cut on the Shaper. Come and experience the many things you can do with this machine. Previous router experience required.

Advanced Woodworking Series: Gate Leg Table

Part 1: Wednesday, June 11, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Thursday, June 12, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 3: Friday, June 13, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 4: Saturday, June 14, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 5: Sunday, June 15, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. In it’s down position this hall table with drawer fits in any room comfortably. It can quickly transform to a four-person square table by swinging the rear legs on their wooden hinges to support the folding leaf. Learn how to cut your drawer fronts out of the apron, dovetail and add cockbead to give them a distinct look and fit them with a hand plane. Please visit the store to see an example of the project you will build. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Woodworking Other recommended classes before attending: Intermediate Woodworking, Router Magic, Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, June 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, June 14, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. If you want to learn how to turn bowls on the lathe, this class is for you. Ray will focus on the fingernail bowl gouge as the primary tool and will teach you how to complete your piece with a perfect bottom. He will also explain the various methods for mounting your blank on the lathe and discuss wall thickness, design and turning speed.

Hand Cut Dovetails

Sunday, June 15, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Students will learn to lay out and hand cut through and half blind dovetails. At the end of this class, you will be able to plan your projects around the pinnacle of woodworking joints...the dovetail. Tuition includes a new, personal chisel for each student.

Knife Making

Monday, June 16, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class is for those who wish to enhance their projects with professional looking dovetail joints. Students will use the Porter Cable 12" dovetail jig while making all four joints: through, half-blind, box and sliding. Jig set up and adjustment as well as when the different joints are applied will be thoroughly covered.

Drawer Construction

Tuesday, June 24, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Construct a drawer using a variety of joints providing reference for future projects in your shop. This class will also cover measurement, fit, alignment and touch on the selection of guides and slides.

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, June 25, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Knife Making

Thursday, June 26, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Adirondack Chair

Part 1: Saturday, June 28, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, June 29, 9:30 AM - 4 PM

Spend a weekend with Woodcraft and leave with a traditional Adirondack chair. This course is designed for the intermediate level woodworker with some experience using both power and hand tools to cut, drill, sand and assemble this classic chair. Instructions, drawings, cypress wood and fasteners are included in the tuition.

Turn A Wood Bolt Action Rifle Pen

Sunday, June 29, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Take your pen turning to the next level with this more intricate and very popular pen. It makes a perfect conversation starter and gift for wild life and fire arms enthusiasts.

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, July 2, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Intermediate Pyrography

Sunday, July 6, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Take your Pyrography skills to the next level with artist Amy Herringshaw. In this class Amy will teach you the skill of line quality and control, and the application of shading using different pen tips. With these skills students will be able to burn realistic projects creating a still life scene. All supplies are included however, students are welcome to bring their own equipment if they prefer.

Intro To CNC

Monday, July 7, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, July 12, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 13, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, July 12, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Band Saw Box

Sunday, July 13, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Expand the use of your band saw by making a variety of boxes. As you perfect the technique, a unique shape, any number of drawers and thickness are at your discretion. These make wonderful gifts or sale items.

Lumber Milling And Prep

Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the steps of dressing rough lumber into finished stock for final project use. This hands on class will address cupped, warped and bent stock, controlling snipe, tapering boards when desired and the differences between helical and straight knife cutter heads.

Upper Cabinet Construction

Saturday, July 19, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will take the mystery out of building upper cabinets. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one upper cabinet from scratch.

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, July 19, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. If you want to learn how to turn bowls on the lathe, this class is for you. Ray will focus on the fingernail bowl gouge as the primary tool and will teach you how to complete your piece with a perfect bottom. He will also explain the various methods for mounting your blank on the lathe and discuss wall thickness, design and turning speed.

Spoon Carving

Sunday, July 20, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. There's nothing better than taking a hunk of wood and turning it into a beautiful cooking utensil. From start to finish we will use Green Woodworking Methods to create a personalized spoon.

Knife Making

Thursday, July 24, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, July 25, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Carve a Woodspirit

Part 1: Saturday, July 26, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 27, 9 AM - 5 PM

During this class, students will learn the fundamentals of carving a faces, mustaches, and beards. The instructor will teach students how to exaggerate the facial features to bring out the character of the woodspirit. The woodspirit will be carved from a piece of Cottonwood bark.

Cutting Boards 2.0

Saturday, July 26, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. In this class you'll take cutting boards to the next level. We'll create an end-grain board with both juice grooves and routed hand holds. We'll also demonstrate how to create a custom juice groove jig for making cutting boards in your own shop!

Knife Making

Thursday, July 31, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, August 2, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Making A River Table

Part 1: Saturday, August 2, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 2: Sunday, August 10, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the techniques of making a River Table on a smaller scale using various types of epoxy with wood. You will build the mold for the project, place the wood in it then pour the epoxy. The next week will be spent finishing your project. Finished project is approximately 18"x24".

Making Base Cabinets

Sunday, August 3, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will unravel the secrets of base cabinet construction. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and adding drawers and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one base cabinet from scratch.

Advanced Box Building

Part 1: Wednesday, August 6, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, August 7, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Building a box for the storage of keepsakes or mementos. In this class you will seal the box interior using a locking miter joint; line the box, and properly fit the lid on the box. We discuss modifications to adopt to various uses and differing interior treatments like flocking.

Build A Toy Chest

Saturday, August 9, 9 AM - 6 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend the day with Bert Elchinger building a toy chest from scratch. This class requires some woodworking experience using power tools.

Tuning And Using Hand Planes

Tuesday, August 12, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn how to tune up your hand plane for maximum enjoyment and gain tips on the proper care and use of this valuable tool.A variety of planes will be addressed to fit the needs of all.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, August 16, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, August 17, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Intro to Shaper Origin

Monday, August 18, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

A great introduction to the Shaper Origin and its capabilities. Whether you are a new user or wondering if this is the right tool for your shop, this class will explore the basic workflow and operation of the Shaper. We’ll cover the basics of the machine itself from scan and design to cut. There will be an opportunity for each student to make a cut on the Shaper. Come and experience the many things you can do with this machine. Previous router experience required.

Finishing

Wednesday, August 20, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.

Knife Making

Thursday, August 21, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, August 22, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Router Magic

Saturday, August 23, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, August 24, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, August 27, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Knife Making

Thursday, August 28, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, September 6, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, September 6, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, September 7, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Intro To CNC

Monday, September 8, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Cutting Boards

Saturday, September 13, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn to make a cutting board using various species of wood and machines. You will use the miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw, and orbital sander. Sizes vary, but they are always beautiful!

Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Tuesday, September 16, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class is for those who wish to enhance their projects with professional looking dovetail joints. Students will use the Porter Cable 12" dovetail jig while making all four joints: through, half-blind, box and sliding. Jig set up and adjustment as well as when the different joints are applied will be thoroughly covered.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, September 19, 5:30 PM - 8 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Upper Cabinet Construction

Saturday, September 20, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will take the mystery out of building upper cabinets. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one upper cabinet from scratch.

Shaper Origin 2.0

Saturday, September 20, 10 AM - 4 PM

An intermediate class to demonstrate and practice more advanced capabilities of the Shaper Origin. Geared towards those who either have a Shaper or have used it in some capacity. If you have a Shaper, bring it. In the morning we will go over Shaper Plate, Workstation and Plate. After a brief lunch, you will use your own shaper to practice and troubleshoot a small project of your choice using Tape only. No Shaper, no problem. Students can alternate using Woodcraft's Shaper, Experience with the Shaper Origin is highly encouraged. Intro to Shaper Origin class is offered bi-monthly and is a prerequisite to this class if you have limited or no experience using the Shaper Origin.

Turn A Wood Bolt Action Rifle Pen

Sunday, September 21, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Take your pen turning to the next level with this more intricate and very popular pen. It makes a perfect conversation starter and gift for wild life and fire arms enthusiasts.

Intermediate Pyrography

Sunday, September 21, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 18. Take your Pyrography skills to the next level with artist Amy Herringshaw. In this class Amy will teach you the skill of line quality and control, and the application of shading using different pen tips. With these skills students will be able to burn realistic projects creating a still life scene. All supplies are included however, students are welcome to bring their own equipment if they prefer.

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, September 24, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Intermediate Woodworking

Part 1: Friday, September 26, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Saturday, September 27, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 3: Sunday, September 28, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class builds on the foundations established in our Fundamentals class taking your woodworking skills to the next level. With the aid of major power tools and the Leigh jig, you will build a dovetailed blanket chest with lifting top and decorative feet. Joinery, wood preparation and lamination are a key focus. This is an intermediate level class requiring completion of "Fundamentals of Woodworking" as a prerequisite. Stop in to see examples of your finished product.

Turning Christmas Ornaments

Saturday, September 27, 9 AM - 1 PM

Utilizing spindle turning and wood holding techniques and your own imagination, create a delicate hanging tree ornament out of solid hardwood, just in time for the holidays. These make beautiful gifts for others, or great family keepsakes for yourself. No prior wood turning experience necessary.

Finishing

Wednesday, October 1, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, October 4, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, October 5, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, October 5, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Hand Cut Dovetails

Sunday, October 12, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Students will learn to lay out and hand cut through and half blind dovetails. At the end of this class, you will be able to plan your projects around the pinnacle of woodworking joints...the dovetail. Tuition includes a new, personal chisel for each student.

Knife Making

Monday, October 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Lumber Milling And Prep

Tuesday, October 14, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn the steps of dressing rough lumber into finished stock for final project use. This hands on class will address cupped, warped and bent stock, controlling snipe, tapering boards when desired and the differences between helical and straight knife cutter heads.

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, October 15, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, October 17, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

No Shop - No Problem! Make and Take

Saturday, October 18, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small shop or no Shop - no problem! Join us for this series in making small projects with minimal tools and materials. In this session using a single sheet of plywood, you'll make and take home a Under Bed Storage Unit using Kreg's project plans.

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, October 18, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. If you want to learn how to turn bowls on the lathe, this class is for you. Ray will focus on the fingernail bowl gouge as the primary tool and will teach you how to complete your piece with a perfect bottom. He will also explain the various methods for mounting your blank on the lathe and discuss wall thickness, design and turning speed.

Beginning Wood Carving

Sunday, October 19, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Parent must accompany students under 18. Holiday Edition. This class is designed for those who are interested in beginning carving as a woodworking hobby. You will be introduced to a variety of basic carving knife profiles, how and when they are used, proper care and sharpening. You will also begin a carving project which can be independently completed with what you will have learned in class.

Advanced Woodworking Series: Gate Leg Table

Part 1: Wednesday, October 22, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Thursday, October 23, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 3: Friday, October 24, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 4: Saturday, October 25, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 5: Sunday, October 26, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. In it’s down position this hall table with drawer fits in any room comfortably. It can quickly transform to a four-person square table by swinging the rear legs on their wooden hinges to support the folding leaf. Learn how to cut your drawer fronts out of the apron, dovetail and add cockbead to give them a distinct look and fit them with a hand plane. Please visit the store to see an example of the project you will build. Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Woodworking Other recommended classes before attending: Intermediate Woodworking, Router Magic, Porter Cable Dovetail Jig

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, October 25, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, November 1, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Router Magic

Saturday, November 1, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. Spend an entire day with the router, learning exactly what this versatile tool can do. This will be a very hands-on experience and will cover many router topics including creating inlays, template work (i.e.: liquid catch groove on a cutting board), using an edge guide, tongue and groove, and combining bits to create decorative moldings and accents.

Making Base Cabinets

Sunday, November 2, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum Age 18. This class will unravel the secrets of base cabinet construction. It will include design, face frame versus frameless construction and adding drawers and doors. During the class, students will collectively make one base cabinet from scratch.

Knife Making

Monday, November 3, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Fixed Blade. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Tuning And Using Hand Planes

Tuesday, November 4, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Learn how to tune up your hand plane for maximum enjoyment and gain tips on the proper care and use of this valuable tool. A variety of planes will be addressed to fit the needs of all.

Intro To CNC

Monday, November 10, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Have you ever wondered if CNC could be a useful tool to add to your shop? Are you curious about the process of operating this type of equipment? This class is for you! In this introductory CNC class we will explore the basic workflow and operation of CNC routers. This includes a step by step demonstration of the process. We will explain how to move from idea into design software, creating toolpaths, and finally to cutting simple parts on the machine. The class is focused on the basics of CNC and will provide an introduction to tooling, speeds and feeds, work holding, cutting strategies and beginner level design software. This also includes an overview of machine anatomy, function and features, as well as an open class curriculum style that encourages any and all questions. We will be focusing primarily on Vectric software and be running a Next Wave Shark CNC router for demonstration, but the concepts will translate well to any other machine.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, November 14, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, November 15, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, November 16, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, November 15, 9 AM - 1 PM

Minimum Age 18. If you want to learn how to turn bowls on the lathe, this class is for you. Ray will focus on the fingernail bowl gouge as the primary tool and will teach you how to complete your piece with a perfect bottom. He will also explain the various methods for mounting your blank on the lathe and discuss wall thickness, design and turning speed.

Knife Making

Monday, November 17, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Basic Box Building

Wednesday, November 19, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Minimum Age 18. Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, November 23, 1 AM - 4:30 PM

Minimum age 16. This class provides an introduction to wood pyrography, the art form of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool using stencils or freehand designs. We provide the tools and wood for this class.

Band Saw Box

Sunday, November 23, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Expand the use of your band saw by making a variety of boxes. As you perfect the technique, a unique shape, any number of drawers and thickness are at your discretion. These make wonderful gifts or sale items.

Knife Making

Monday, December 1, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Sharpening Basics

Wednesday, December 3, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

This class will show how you can sharpen your shop tools using various methods including Tormek, water stones and oil stones. Please bring two dull tools to the class and they will leave with a razor sharp edge.

Intro to Shaper Origin

Monday, December 8, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

A great introduction to the Shaper Origin and its capabilities. Whether you are a new user or wondering if this is the right tool for your shop, this class will explore the basic workflow and operation of the Shaper. We’ll cover the basics of the machine itself from scan and design to cut. There will be an opportunity for each student to make a cut on the Shaper. Come and experience the many things you can do with this machine. Previous router experience required.

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, December 12, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 18. Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc.

Beginning Lathe Turning

Saturday, December 13, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn the basics of woodturning on the lathe, through instruction with Hunter Tolley. He will cover safety issues, tool sharpening, sanding and mounting stock. You will gain knowledge through hands-on practice turning spindles and bowls.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, December 13, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, December 14, 9 AM - 5 PM

Minimum age 18. Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.

Acrylic Wall Street Pen

Sunday, December 14, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

Add more shine and color to your pens with acrylics. This class will teach you the proper method of preparing, turning and finishing this wonderful material while making your own Wall Street pen.

Knife Making

Monday, December 15, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Minimum Age 16 with Parent. Pocket Knife. From hunting and camping to preparing a simple meal, a good knife is indispensable. Learn the ins and outs of making your own knife handles. Tuition includes all supplies needed to create your own knife. Stan will cover sizing, shaping, fastening, finishing and polishing. You'll walk out of class with a sharp treasure!

Finishing

Wednesday, December 17, 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Finishing can make or break your project. Spend the evening with Brian as he unravels the mysteries of completing your project. This class will include surface preparation and a variety of finishes, including oil and water based materials, shellac and varnish.