Learn hand carving with Rob Webster. We will cover a basic introduction to tools and sharpening, then get to work on carving a comfort bird. Please bring your own tools.
In this class you will learn the basics of lathes, and how to turn a bowl. Wood will be provided for the project.
We will be carving a simple fish for a decoration or to give as a gift. Please bring your own tools, basic carving and tool maintenance will be covered.
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 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 coffin as a decoration for the holiday, basic carving and tool maintenance will be covered. Please bring a protective carving glove and thumb guard.
This class will cover all the major shop equipment, including the table saw, miter saw, thickness planer, and jointer. We will discuss lumber selection, proper lumber preperation, and layout techniques. We will also cover gluing techniques, sanding, and finishing techniques. Come to learn and leave with a completed cutting board that will give you pride in your work.