Woodcraft of Sacramento

Hand Cut Dovetails - Course 1

Wednesday, December 11, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

The topic of this hands-on class is the most fundamental of all woodworking joints: The "Through Dovetail". Students will learn the basics of dovetail layout as well as basic saw and chisel control as we practice cutting many dovetails. Safety and tool selection will be discussed. A handout is provided detailing all of the steps covered in the class as well as some suggested practical exercises to complete as "next steps" to guide your practice. Each student is responsible for supplying their own dovetail saw (western or Japanese), sharp 1/2in and 1/4in chisels, mallet, marking knife, dovetail marker, pencil, marking gauge, fret saw or coping saw, eye protection, pocket knife and a pair of dividers.

Chip Carving - Basics

Saturday, December 14, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn this beautiful carving technique from a master in this all-day hands-on class. Come by the store to see examples of what you will learn and make. Each student is responsible for supplying their own chip carving cutting and stab knives, a carving glove, and safety glasses.

Woodturning: Christmas Tree Ornament

Sunday, December 15, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Trim your tree with ornaments you turned yourself while making lasting memories! Come learn the basic skills needed to turn small ornate objects on your lathe. Students will be turning basic pendant type Christmas ornaments in this hands-on class. These will highlight your own tree or make great gifts for the coming holiday season! Tools provided by the instructor include a sharp 1/2in spindle gouge and a sharp 3/16in parting tool. You may bring your own if you desire. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses and hearing protection.

CNC I - An Introduction

Monday, December 16, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

If you have ever wanted to learn more about CNC machines then this is the class for you. This lecture class utilizes the Shark CNC Machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will start with the basics; how to set up a Shark CNC machine, what the display commands mean, and VCarve software setup. You will learn how to use the VCarve software including setting the work piece size and understanding the basic Icons. You will learn about designing objects, creating toolpaths, and saving your work. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. The CNC machine will not be used during this class.

Woodworking: Picture Frame

Wednesday, December 18, 1:30 PM - 5 PM

Photo memories are a great way to share special family events. Why not showcase them around your home in a picture frame you made? Join us for a day in the workshop and learn how to safely and creatively, design and build an 8in x 11in picture frame. After this class you will be able to create and build a variety of picture frames at home for your other photo memories. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, pencil, notebook, and tape measure. No open toed shoes will be allowed.

Woodturning: A Live Edge Bowl

Saturday, December 21, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This is one of our more advanced bowl turning classes. We will discuss, in detail, how to harvest your own wood along with best practices in logging, storing and understanding where the bowl and platter blanks are in the log. You will learn advanced tool techniques, how to keep the bark on the blank using CA adhesives, elements of design, form and function and different bowl mounting techniques. You will also learn how to keeping the wings of the bowl the same thickness and how to keep the wings aligned with each other. Each student is responsible for supplying their own eye protection, dust mask, face shield, notebook, 1/2in and 3/8in bowl gouge, round scraper, parting tool. Optional Tools: Cordless drill with 3in sanding pad. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Woodturning: Bowl And Mallet

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

In this hands-on class, you will learn both of the main skills in woodturning; face plate turning and how to create all of the basic spindle shapes and cuts. Students will turn a small bowl and a wooden mallet. This is the perfect class for the beginning turner, or a great way to hone your turning skills. Each student is responsible for supplying their own roughing gouge, bowl gouge, spindle gouge, skew, parting tool, face shield and dust mask. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Woodturning: Pen Turning

Sunday, January 5, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Students will learn the proper steps needed to turn a unique pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home. They make great gifts so sign up today! Tools provided by the instructor include a sharp 1/2in spindle gouge and a sharp 3/16in parting tool. You may bring your own if you desire. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses and hearing protection.

Cabinetry 1: Building A Carcass & Face Frame

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

The first step in building cabinets is constructing the "box" or carcass. In this, hands-on, class you will learn the proper techniques to create a strong and durable cabinet carcass. Joinery and assembly techniques for most cabinet applications will be discussed. The Kreg Jig will be demonstrated and used for the face frame assembly. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, safety glasses and hearing protection.

Sharpening For Wood Turners

Sunday, January 12, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

The instructor will show you how to sharpen your turning tools in this hands-on class. Methods covered will include diamond stones and the Wolverine jig system on a slow-speed grinder. Please bring a dull turning tool to the class and it will leave with a ready to turn edge. Each student is responsible for supplying their own one (but no more than one) dull turning tool, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Woodburning - Basics

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

Would you like to learn how to use a woodburning pen and the basics of pyrography? This class will walk you through the basics such as; types of tools, transferring an image to your project piece, basic art techniques, adding color, and how to finish. Each student is responsible for supplying their own woodburning pen with tip, face mask, pen, paper, image of something you want to burn (optional, no larger than 4.5in x 4.5in), leather gloves (optional).

Woodworking: Picture Frame

Wednesday, January 15, 1:30 PM - 5 PM

Photo memories are a great way to share special family events. Why not showcase them around your home in a picture frame you made? Join us for a day in the workshop and learn how to safely and creatively, design and build an 8in x 11in picture frame. After this class you will be able to create and build a variety of picture frames at home for your other photo memories. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, pencil, notebook, and tape measure. No open toed shoes will be allowed.

An American Classic: The Adirondack Chair

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

Part 2: Sunday, January 19, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This is a 2-day, hands-on class where students will build their own chair and take it home along with the templates to build more! By following a plan, using templates and power tools, you will learn to build an American Classic - the Adirondack chair. Instructions for finishing will be covered for you to complete at home. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, cordless drill, router, jigsaw, Adirondack Chair Templates (#836267), safety glasses and hearing Protection.

Make A Custom Knife Handle

Saturday, January 25, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

In this hands-on class, students of any skill level will learn the ins and outs of knife making! With a set of wooden knife scales and knife kit of your choosing, each student will create their own custom knife to take home. The instructor will cover how to attach the scales to your knife blank, shaping, sanding and the final finishing. Each student is responsible for supplying their own knife kit, knife scales, hearing protection and safety glasses.

Epoxy 101

Part 1: Sunday, January 26, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Part 2: Monday, January 27, 2 PM - 5 PM

One of the newest and most "eye-popping" trends in woodworking is the incorporation of epoxies and urethanes. Join us for a two-day journey into this exciting facet of woodworking. You'll be introduced to different types of epoxies, colored dyes, tints and the various types of powders used to create eye catching effects. Some of the topics covered will be, how to choose the correct type of epoxy and mold preparation that leads to a successful project. Each student is responsible for supplying their own notebook, pencil, filter mask / respirator, gloves and closed toe shoes.

CNC II - Making a Simple Sign

Monday, January 27, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

This is the second class offered in our CNC curriculum. In this class, students will learn how to make a simple sign. This lecture class utilizes a Next Wave CNC machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will go over work areas, lettering, toolpaths, choosing a bit, and sending it to the machine. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. Students will not create any physical projects. The projects made in your VCarve program are saved and can be used to make the sign on your own.

Woodturning: Bowl And Mallet

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

In this hands-on class, you will learn both of the main skills in woodturning; face plate turning and how to create all of the basic spindle shapes and cuts. Students will turn a small bowl and a wooden mallet. This is the perfect class for the beginning turner, or a great way to hone your turning skills. Each student is responsible for supplying their own roughing gouge, bowl gouge, spindle gouge, skew, parting tool, face shield and dust mask. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Woodturning: Ice Cream Scoop

Sunday, February 2, 9 AM - 12 PM

Turn your very own custom wood-handled ice cream scoop in this hands-on class! The instructor will take you step-by-step through this fun project. Once you master the fundamentals of small project turning, there are lots of other small project kits you could try. Tools provided by the instructor include a sharp 1/2in spindle gouge and a sharp 3/16in parting tool. You may bring your own if you desire. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses and hearing protection.

CNC I - An Introduction

Monday, February 3, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

If you have ever wanted to learn more about CNC machines then this is the class for you. This lecture class utilizes the Shark CNC Machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will start with the basics; how to set up a Shark CNC machine, what the display commands mean, and VCarve software setup. You will learn how to use the VCarve software including setting the work piece size and understanding the basic Icons. You will learn about designing objects, creating toolpaths, and saving your work. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. The CNC machine will not be used during this class.

Hand Cut Dovetails - Course 1

Wednesday, February 5, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

The topic of this hands-on class is the most fundamental of all woodworking joints: The "Through Dovetail". Students will learn the basics of dovetail layout as well as basic saw and chisel control as we practice cutting many dovetails. Safety and tool selection will be discussed. A handout is provided detailing all of the steps covered in the class as well as some suggested practical exercises to complete as "next steps" to guide your practice. Each student is responsible for supplying their own dovetail saw (western or Japanese), sharp 1/2in and 1/4in chisels, mallet, marking knife, dovetail marker, pencil, marking gauge, fret saw or coping saw, eye protection, pocket knife and a pair of dividers.

Cabinetry 2: Building Stile & Rail Doors

Saturday, February 8, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

In this class, you'll learn to make stile and rail cabinet doors. Students will take home their completed doors. As in most cabinet making, the table saw and router table are the main tools used for door construction. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, safety glasses and hearing protection.

Chip Carving - Basics

Saturday, February 15, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Learn this beautiful carving technique from a master in this all-day hands-on class. Come by the store to see examples of what you will learn and make. Each student is responsible for supplying their own chip carving cutting and stab knives, a carving glove, and safety glasses.

Make A Custom Knife Handle

Sunday, February 16, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

In this hands on class, students of any skill level will learn the ins and outs of knife making! With a set of wooden knife scales and knife kit of your choosing, each student will create their own custom knife to take home. The instructor will cover how to attach the scales to your knife blank, shaping, sanding and the final finishing. Each student is responsible for supplying their own knife kit, knife scales, hearing protection and safety glasses.

CNC III - Importing Pictures

Monday, February 17, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

This is the third class offered in our CNC curriculum. In this class you will learn how to import a picture into the VCarve software. This lecture class utilizes a Next Wave CNC machine and VCarve software. The instructor will go over different project layers, how to import pictures, and how to manipulate the workplace and pictures once they are imported. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. Students will not create any physical projects. The projects made in your VCarve program are saved and can be used to make the project on your own.

From Logs To Lumber: How To Harvest Your Own Wood!

Wednesday, February 19, 1 PM - 4 PM

Wood is all around us in the form of trees that are often cut down for various reasons. In this lecture/demonstration class, the instructor will teach students to process salvaged wood into lumber. They will discuss and demonstrate techniques like proper processing of raw or "green" wood, storing and drying, use of chainsaws and home shop equipment for lumber making and other topics so you can cut your own lumber! Each student is responsible for supplying their own notebook and pencil.

Router - Basics

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

Routers can be intimidating. In this hands-on class, students will learn how to safely use this versatile tool for creating decorative edges, cutting grooves and dadoes, and template routing among other techniques. Bit selection and router accessories will also be covered. Each student is responsible for supplying their own router, any router bits you own, hearing protection and safety glasses.

Woodworking: Make A Laminated Cutting Board

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

In this hands-on class you will be introduced to tools like the table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, drum sander and router. Students will construct a multi-colored cutting board using hardwoods like Maple, Beech, Cherry, Alder, Oak and Walnut. General and machine safety, wood choice and adhesive selection will be covered. AND, you will take home a cutting board fit for the finest gourmet kitchen! Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, note pad and pencil.

Woodturning: Bowl And Mallet

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

In this hands-on class, you will learn both of the main skills in woodturning; face plate turning and how to create all of the basic spindle shapes and cuts. Students will turn a small bowl and a wooden mallet. This is the perfect class for the beginning turner, or a great way to hone your turning skills. Each student is responsible for supplying their own roughing gouge, bowl gouge, spindle gouge, skew, parting tool, face shield and dust mask. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Woodturning: Acrylic Wall Street Pen

Sunday, March 2, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Let us teach you to turn this popular, elegant pen. We will review the tips and techniques required to successfully drill, glue, turn, and finish acrylic pen blanks. Tools provided by the instructor include a sharp 1/2in spindle gouge and a sharp 3/16in parting tool. You may bring your own if you desire. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses and hearing protection.

CNC I - An Introduction

Monday, March 3, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

If you have ever wanted to learn more about CNC machines then this is the class for you. This lecture class utilizes the Shark CNC Machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will start with the basics; how to set up a Shark CNC machine, what the display commands mean, and VCarve software setup. You will learn how to use the VCarve software including setting the work piece size and understanding the basic Icons. You will learn about designing objects, creating toolpaths, and saving your work. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. The CNC machine will not be used during this class.

Hand Cut Dovetails - Course 2

Wednesday, March 5, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

Course 2 is a hands-on class where students will learn the most beautiful and useful form of dovetail joinery: The: "Half Blind Dovetail". You will cut many dovetails and learn several time-saving shortcuts to achieve beautiful results. Each student is responsible for supplying their own dovetail saw (western or Japanese), sharp chisels (1/2in, 1/4in), mallet, marking knife, dovetail marker, pencil, marking gauge, fret saw or coping saw, 1 pair of dividers, pocket knife and eye protection.

Cabinetry 1: Building A Carcass & Face Frame

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

The first step in building cabinets is constructing the "box" or carcass. In this, hands-on, class you will learn the proper techniques to create a strong and durable cabinet carcass. Joinery and assembly techniques for most cabinet applications will be discussed. The Kreg Jig will be demonstrated and used for the face frame assembly. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, safety glasses and hearing protection.

Epoxy 101

Part 1: Sunday, March 9, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Part 2: Monday, March 10, 2 PM - 5 PM

One of the newest and most "eye-popping" trends in woodworking is the incorporation of epoxies and urethanes. Join us for a two-day journey into this exciting facet of woodworking. You'll be introduced to different types of epoxies, colored dyes, tints and the various types of powders used to create eye catching effects. Some of the topics covered will be, how to choose the correct type of epoxy and mold preparation that leads to a successful project. Each student is responsible for supplying their own notebook, pencil, filter mask / respirator, gloves and closed toe shoes.

Woodturning: A Live Edge Bowl

Saturday, March 15, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This is one of our more advanced bowl turning classes. We will discuss, in detail, how to harvest your own wood along with best practices in logging, storing and understanding where the bowl and platter blanks are in the log. You will learn advanced tool techniques, how to keep the bark on the blank using CA adhesives, elements of design, form and function and different bowl mounting techniques. You will also learn how to keeping the wings of the bowl the same thickness and how to keep the wings aligned with each other. Each student is responsible for supplying their own eye protection, dust mask, face shield, notebook, 1/2in and 3/8in bowl gouge, round scraper, parting tool. Optional Tools: Cordless drill with 3in sanding pad. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Wood Finishing: An Introduction

Wednesday, March 19, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

In this demonstration class, the instructor will cover sealers, stains, dyes, and hand applied finishes. They will focus on various types of topcoats both water borne and solvent based, as well as some spray finishes. Proper sanding techniques will also be addressed. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, notebook, and pencil.

Bandsaw Techniques

Saturday, March 22, 9:30 AM - 4 PM

The band saw can be one of the most useful tools in your shop. In this hands-on class, students will learn to set up and align a band saw, bandsaw safety, proper cutting techniques, and what blades to use for specific cuts. He will also cover specific techniques like curve cutting, double-cutting, bevel cutting, resawing, and more. Students will leave the class with a greater appreciation for this versatile tool and the confidence to use it. And each student will cut a bandsaw box to take home! Each student is responsible for supplying their own dust mask or respirator, safety glasses or face shield, hearing protection, pencil and notebook.

Power Carving: Spoon Carving

Sunday, March 23, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

In this hands-on class the instructor will take each student step by step from a block of hardwood to their own hand made wooden spoon! the instructor has carved dozens of spoons, some of which they will bring in as examples. The class will also cover spoon design, wood choice, and how to finish wooden spoons. Each student is responsible for supplying their own power carver, carving bits/burrs, safety glasses and hearing protection.

CNC IV - Making a Part from Scratch

Monday, March 24, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

This is the fourth class offered in our CNC curriculum. In this class you will learn how to make a working part from scratch using a simple design. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This lecture class utilizes a Next Wave CNC machine and VCarve Software. This is a lecture class. Students will not create any physical projects. The projects made in your VCarve program are saved and can be used to make the project on your own. This class will yield a fully usable part design. As soon as you go home you make this part using your CNC machine.

Jointers, Planers, & Drum Sanders - Basics

Wednesday, March 26, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

In this mostly demonstration/lecture class, students will learn how to use jointers, planers & drum sanders safely and properly. You will learn how to correctly machine rough sawn wood into surfaced lumber. Topics will include setting knives, infeed and outfeed table height, proper feed direction, and reading grain. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, notebook, and pencil.

Hand Plane - Basics

Sunday, March 30, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

The current trend towards hand tool usage most certainly would include Hand Planes. Our instructor has a very keen interest in hand planes and would love to pass his enthusiasm and knowledge along. They will show you how to disassemble, clean, tune-up, sharpen, reassemble, adjust and properly use your hand plane. If you would like to get more use out of a hand plane that's been just sitting in your shop, then this is the class for you. If you own one hand plane that could use some TLC bring it to class and you can follow along. Each student is responsible for supplying their own eye protection, pen and/or pencil, note pad, closed toe shoes, and one hand plane.

Woodturning: Bowl And Mallet

Saturday, April 5, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

In this hands-on class, you will learn both of the main skills in woodturning; face plate turning and how to create all of the basic spindle shapes and cuts. Students will turn a small bowl and a wooden mallet. This is the perfect class for the beginning turner, or a great way to hone your turning skills. Each student is responsible for supplying their own roughing gouge, bowl gouge, spindle gouge, skew, parting tool, face shield and dust mask. For more information on the instructor, Carlos Angulo, please visit his website at www.angulowoodturning.com.

Woodturning: Pen Turning

Sunday, April 6, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

Students will learn the proper steps needed to turn a unique pen, from cutting and turning to finishing and final assembly. Each student will turn a pen to take home. They make great gifts so sign up today! Tools provided by the instructor include a sharp 1/2in spindle gouge and a sharp 3/16in parting tool. You may bring your own if you desire. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses and hearing protection.

CNC I - An Introduction

Monday, April 7, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

If you have ever wanted to learn more about CNC machines then this is the class for you. This lecture class utilizes the Shark CNC Machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will start with the basics; how to set up a Shark CNC machine, what the display commands mean, and VCarve software setup. You will learn how to use the VCarve software including setting the work piece size and understanding the basic Icons. You will learn about designing objects, creating toolpaths, and saving your work. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. The CNC machine will not be used during this class.

Hand Cut Dovetails - Course 1

Wednesday, April 9, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

The topic of this hands-on class is the most fundamental of all woodworking joints: The "Through Dovetail". Students will learn the basics of dovetail layout as well as basic saw and chisel control as we practice cutting many dovetails. Safety and tool selection will be discussed. A handout is provided detailing all of the steps covered in the class as well as some suggested practical exercises to complete as "next steps" to guide your practice. Each student is responsible for supplying their own dovetail saw (western or Japanese), sharp 1/2in and 1/4in chisels, mallet, marking knife, dovetail marker, pencil, marking gauge, fret saw or coping saw, eye protection, pocket knife and a pair of dividers.

Cabinetry 3: How To Build Drawers

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

Drawers can be one of the trickiest parts in the building of cabinets. In this hands-on class, students will learn techniques used to build strong, dependable drawers for your home or workshop cabinetry. Most of the work will be done using just a router table and a table saw, but the instructor will cover other tools as well. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, safety glasses and hearing protection.

Sharpening For Wood Turners

Sunday, April 13, 9:30 AM - 12 PM

The instructor will show you how to sharpen your turning tools in this hands-on class. Methods covered will include diamond stones and the Wolverine jig system on a slow-speed grinder. Please bring a dull turning tool to the class and it will leave with a ready to turn edge. Each student is responsible for supplying their own one (but no more than one) dull turning tool, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Woodburning - Basics

Sunday, April 13, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Would you like to learn how to use a woodburning pen and the basics of pyrography? This class will walk you through the basics such as; types of tools, transferring an image to your project piece, basic art techniques, adding color, and how to finish. Each student is responsible for supplying their own woodburning pen with tip, face mask, pen, paper, image of something you want to burn (optional, no larger than 4.5in x 4.5in), leather gloves (optional).

Sharpening Carving Tools

Wednesday, April 16, 1:30 PM - 4 PM

Carving tools can be difficult to sharpen. Our instructor, has years of experience he would like to share with you. Bring no more than two dull carving tools and you will leave with them razor sharp and the knowledge to sharpen the rest of your tools as well! Each student is responsible for supplying their own one or two dull carving tools, a notebook, pencil, and safety glasses.

CNC II - Making a Simple Sign

Monday, April 21, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

This is the second class offered in our CNC curriculum. In this class, students will learn how to make a simple sign. This lecture class utilizes a Next Wave CNC machine and VCarve Software. The instructor will go over work areas, lettering, toolpaths, choosing a bit, and sending it to the machine. Each student is responsible for supplying their own personal laptop loaded with VCarve Pro Trial. Download VCarve Pro Trial at vectric.com/free-trial/vcarve-pro. This is a lecture class. Students will not create any physical projects. The projects made in your VCarve program are saved and can be used to make the sign on your own.

Woodworking: Picture Frame

Wednesday, April 23, 1:30 PM - 5 PM

Photo memories are a great way to share special family events. Why not showcase them around your home in a picture frame you made? Join us for a day in the workshop and learn how to safely and creatively, design and build an 8in x 11in picture frame. After this class you will be able to create and build a variety of picture frames at home for your other photo memories. Each student is responsible for supplying their own safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, pencil, notebook, and tape measure. No open toed shoes will be allowed.

An American Classic: The Adirondack Chair

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

This is a 2-day, hands-on class where students will build their own chair and take it home along with the templates to build more! By following a plan, using templates and power tools, you will learn to build an American Classic - the Adirondack chair. Instructions for finishing will be covered for you to complete at home. Each student is responsible for supplying their own tape measure, steel rule, adjustable square, pencils or other marking device, notebook, cordless drill, router, jigsaw, Adirondack Chair Templates (#836267), safety glasses and hearing Protection.

Jess Crow River Style Serving Tray

Thursday, May 1, 3 PM - 7 PM

Join Jess Crow, one of the nation's leading epoxy artistic woodworking innovators, for this brand new class where you will learn how to create a river style round. This round can be used as a clock, serving tray, Lazy Susan or more. Once you have the concept down you will be able to take this technique and turn it into a table of any size or shape. Jess will guide students through the river style process, including how you prepare a live edge slab*, how to save not only wood, but epoxy, creating a River Style project using Jess's "more is less" method, adding custom colors and designs, selecting and pouring the proper resin, and more! Students will have the option to select either handles or feet to their boards when they come back to pick up their projects. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes. *Note about this class. The class will not be using a live edge slab, rather Jess's signature technique to conserve epoxy while having the look of a live river. During class there will be a complete walkthrough on how to build a live edge river table and a syllabus will be made available covering both techniques.

Jess Crow Ocean Wave Charcuterie Board

Friday, May 2, 10 AM - 2 PM

Make a statement for your home or as a gift! Capture the popular Ocean Wave technique that Jess helped pioneer in this fun, engaging class. During this class, you'll start with a practice board to get a feel for creating cells within epoxy then you'll advance into making your own charcuterie board. Techniques covered include mixing colors and also how not to mix colors. Students will be making two items in this class. One will be a (minimum) 10in x 10in board and the other will be a Charcuterie board. Each student will have the option of doing the signature wave or taking it free form and creating any style epoxy pour they’d like on their larger Charcuterie board. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes.

Jess Crow Epoxy Art End Table

Friday, May 2, 4 PM - 8 PM

Ready to make an epoxy end table? Jess will cover using multiple pigments, inks, and mica powders in this class to create your own captivating one-of-a-kind 15in end table. Learn skills that will propel your future epoxy projects to the next level, including the "no sanding" technique, color dispersion methods, and how to achieve stunning edges. This is a great class to bring a friend or partner to! Friend or partner would need to register for the class too. Students will be making two items in this class. One will be a (minimum) 10in x 10in board and the other will be the End Table. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes.

Jess Crow The Ultimate Epoxy Experience

Part 1: Saturday, May 3, 10 AM - 2 PM

Part 2: Sunday, May 4, 4 PM - 8 PM

Students who register for this 2-day class will receive 8+ hours of in depth instruction from Jess Crow, one of the nation's leading epoxy artistic woodworking innovators. Topics covered include using molds, making molds, mixing colorants and resin, conducting deep pours, de-molding projects, sanding, and applying a final epoxy finish. In addition to the extra time spent with Jess in a smaller class setting, all students will receive one of Jess' signature reusable resin molds to take home and use for future projects ($259.99 value)! Students will be working on two projects throughout this class. One will be a multi-layered pour that’s worked on over the two days. The second project, creating a live edge tray, will be done the first day of class and demolded the second day (weather and temperature permitting.) Students will be using TotalBoat ThickSet and TotalBoat MakerPoxy for these projects. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes.

Jess Crow River Style Serving Tray

Saturday, May 3, 4 PM - 8 PM

Join Jess Crow, one of the nation's leading epoxy artistic woodworking innovators, for this brand new class where you will learn how to create a river style round. This round can be used as a clock, serving tray, Lazy Susan or more. Once you have the concept down you will be able to take this technique and turn it into a table of any size or shape. Jess will guide students through the river style process, including how you prepare a live edge slab*, how to save not only wood, but epoxy, creating a River Style project using Jess's "more is less" method, adding custom colors and designs, selecting and pouring the proper resin, and more! Students will have the option to select either handles or feet to their boards when they come back to pick up their projects. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes. *Note about this class. The class will not be using a live edge slab, rather Jess's signature technique to conserve epoxy while having the look of a live river. During class there will be a complete walkthrough on how to build a live edge river table and a syllabus will be made available covering both techniques.

Jess Crow Epoxy Art End Table

Sunday, May 4, 10 AM - 2 PM

Ready to make an epoxy end table? Jess will cover using multiple pigments, inks, and mica powders in this class to create your own captivating one-of-a-kind 15in end table. Learn skills that will propel your future epoxy projects to the next level, including the "no sanding" technique, color dispersion methods, and how to achieve stunning edges. This is a great class to bring a friend or partner to! Friend or partner would need to register for the class too. Students will be making two items in this class. One will be a (minimum) 10in x 10in board and the other will be the End Table. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes.

Jess Crow Ocean Wave Charcuterie Board

Monday, May 5, 10 AM - 2 PM

Make a statement for your home or as a gift! Capture the popular Ocean Wave technique that Jess helped pioneer in this fun, engaging class. During this class, you'll start with a practice board to get a feel for creating cells within epoxy then you'll advance into making your own charcuterie board. Techniques covered include mixing colors and also how not to mix colors. Students will be making two items in this class. One will be a (minimum) 10in x 10in board and the other will be a Charcuterie board. Each student will have the option of doing the signature wave or taking it free form and creating any style epoxy pour they’d like on their larger Charcuterie board. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable work clothing with no excessive fabric or loose jewelry. Students who are sensitive to smells should also bring a mask or respirator. You may want to bring paper and pencil to take notes.