Woodcraft of Richmond

The Art of Bandsaw Boxes

Friday, October 4, 5 PM - 7 PM

In this interactive seminar, Alex Snodgrass will show you just how easy it is to make beautiful bandsaw boxes. He'll cover everything that you need to know while he demonstrates how to make a variety of different bandsaw boxes. You'll see how to design and create unique boxes using only a bandsaw. Alex will cover several types of boxes and demonstrate techniques such as curves, unusual shapes and how to set up your bandsaw for success. Now's your chance to learn Alex's secrets for making these fantastic boxes! Sign up today - space limited

Alex Snodgrass 3D Stair Step Cutting Board

Saturday, October 5, 9 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to create your own stunning 3D Stair Step Cutting Board with the master himself, Alex Snodgrass. Using only three different woods – maple, cherry, and walnut – Alex will show each student how to make a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board that will really impress your family and friends. During the class, Alex will answer all of your questions about bandsaws, while covering basic topics such as bandsaw mechanics, tuning a bandsaw, and making perfect straight or angled cuts. Alex will also cover topics including glue-up techniques, how to plane and will debunk some common bandsaw myths.By the end of the class, each student will have a fantastic 3D Stair Step Cutting Board made with their own hands! This class is designed for woodworkers of all skill levels. From the beginner to the advanced woodworker, every student will leave the class with a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board and a smile on their face. Register today – only 10 seats available! Tuition includes a $50 material fee.

Introduction To Pyrography

Sunday, October 6, 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, October 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.

Upper Cabinet Construction

Saturday, October 12, 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.

Hand Cut Dovetails

Sunday, October 13, 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.

Acrylic Wall Street Pen

Sunday, October 13, 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.

Lumber Milling And Prep

Tuesday, October 15, 5:30 PM - 8:30 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.

Cutting Boards 2.0

Part 1: Friday, October 18, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Saturday, October 19, 10 AM - 3:30 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!

Bowl Turning: Mastering The Bowl Gouge

Saturday, October 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.

Cutting Boards

Sunday, October 20, 9:30 AM - 4 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!

Halloween Carving

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

Join us for an afternoon of fun carving your own pumpkin face to take home with you. We'll provide the material, tools, and safety equipment.

Intro to Shaper Origin

Monday, October 21, 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.

Sharpening Basics

Tuesday, October 22, 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, October 24, 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!

Date Night At Woodcraft

Friday, October 25, 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.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, October 26, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Sunday, October 27, 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, October 26, 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.

Spoon Carving

Sunday, October 27, 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, October 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.

Advanced Box Building

Saturday, November 2, 9 AM - 5 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.

Beginning Wood Carving

Sunday, November 3, 1 PM - 4:30 PM

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. Minimum Age 18.

Knife Making

Monday, November 4, 5:30 PM - 9 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!

Tuning And Using Hand Planes

Tuesday, November 5, 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.

Advanced Woodworking Series: Gate Leg Table

Part 1: Wednesday, November 6, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 2: Thursday, November 7, 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Part 3: Friday, November 8, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 4: Saturday, November 9, 9 AM - 6 PM

Part 5: Sunday, November 10, 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, November 15, 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.

Woodworking Fundamentals

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

Part 2: Sunday, November 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.