We will be carving a simple gnome for a decoration or to give as a gift. Please bring your own tools, basic carving and tool maintenance will be covered
The carcass of a cabinet is the box. The face frame is the solid wood frame that covers the front edge of the box. This class will cover design, layout, machines, equipment, and cabinetry construction. You will be constructing a full-size cabinet that you will be able to take home. Bring a notepad and a pencil, you’ll need them. Wood will be provided for the project.
This class will demystify the construction and process of making a Raised Panel Door that will go on your cabinet. You will use the table saw, miter saw, router table, hand router, and random orbital sander. We will discuss design, techniques, and proper tool use, and you will learn the math required to create an appropriate list of cuts. Come with a notepad and a pencil; you’ll need to take plenty of notes. Wood will be provided for the project.
Come Carve/Whittle a Wizard with Robb Webster. Minimal tools, wood will be provided. Learn basic carving skills, sharpening techniques, knife and tool maintenance. At the end of the class you should have a project completed.
This class will cover many different construction methods of creating a drawer box for your cabinet. We will discuss the layout, drawer guide hardware, building techniques of a drawer, and how to use the table saw, router table, miter saw, and hand router to construct the drawer box. Wood will be provided for the project.
In this class you will learn the basics of lathes, and how to turn a bowl. Wood will be provided for the project.
Come and Carve a Simple Decorative Spoon with Robb Webster. Learn basic carving skills, sharpening techniques, knife and tool maintenance. At the end of the class, you should have a project completed. Under 14-year-olds require adult supervision. A spoon blank will be provided
Pen turning is a form of spindle turning with a mandrel. You will need to choose and purchase two pen kits and the bushings that go with those pen kits. Everything else will be supplied so you can complete your chosen pen kits. We will cover all the basics in this class, including the lathe, tool selection for pen turning, supplies needed for making pens, sharpening, materials used in pen turning, and other tips and tricks.
Spindle turning is one of the main types of woodturning. This class will allow you to practice the basic techniques necessary to produce any spindle. All the basics will be covered, including the lathe, tool selection for spindle turning, sharpening lumber selection, and the cuts necessary to make lathe-turned spindles successfully. Wood will be provided for the project.
We will be carving a Standing Ornament for a decoration or to give as a gift. Please bring your own tools, basic carving and tool maintenance will be covered. Wood will be supplied. Please also bring a protective carving glove
Face Plate turning is an important type of woodturning. Bowls are a primary example of Face Plate turning. In this class, we will practice turning the outside and inside of a bowl before making a beautiful, finished bowl. All the basics will be covered, including the lathe, tool selection for bowl turning, sharpening, lumber selection, and the cuts that will give you success in making a bowl. Wood will be provided for the project.
Join Alex Snodgrass, the leading authority on the bandsaw, for an in-depth seminar on unlocking the full potential of your bandsaw. Participants will learn how to fine tune a bandsaw for smoother cuts and greater accuracy. He will also demonstrate how Carter Products accessories extend the tool’s range. Guides, mag fence, blades, inserts and a circle cutter will be highlighted for their role in precise and efficient work. The seminar will also include a brief segment on Titebond® glues, focusing on the optimal types for various woodworking projects. This seminar lays the groundwork for Alex’s box building class, offering students the chance to learn directly from a respected authority in woodworking. Sign up NOW! Seating is limited.
Renowned bandsaw master Alex Snodgrass will lead a hands-on class devoted to building two striking projects: a four-drawer pin box and a two-drawer wave box. Instruction covers setup, cutting techniques and safe shaping methods while Alex guides participants step by step and answers questions throughout the process. He also reveals the secrets behind his signature designs, including magnetic boxes, push button boxes, the gravity pin box and an articulated snake. Additionally, participants will receive exclusive access to a private video showcasing the completed projects, extending the learning beyond the classroom. By the end of the day, students not only complete two boxes but also gain the rare chance to learn directly from a legend in the craft, leaving with the skills and confidence to create almost any style of bandsaw box. Secure your spot TODAY. Class size is limited to 10.