Intro to Turning
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM
Learn the basics of woodturning, from safe lathe setup to fundamental cutting techniques for bowls, spindles, and small projects.
Learn the basics of woodturning, from safe lathe setup to fundamental cutting techniques for bowls, spindles, and small projects.
Only at Woodcraft of Harrisburg! Join us for an informative live turning demonstration with Dave Schell as he showcases the versatility and performance of the Easy Wood Tools line of carbide turning tools. Dave will turn multiple projects while sharing tips, techniques, and best practices to help woodturners of all skill levels achieve great results. He'll also demonstrate how to use Yorkshire Grit to quickly produce a beautiful, polished finish on your turnings. After the demonstration, Dave will be available to answer your questions about the complete Easy Wood Tools product line, turning techniques, and finishing methods.
Learn essential maintenance steps for keeping your woodworking machines accurate, clean, and running safely at peak performance.
Join us for our Kreg ALL DAY EVENT with our featured Kreg demo from 11am to 12pm! See Kreg tools in action throughout both days. Our in-store experts will be available to discuss products, answer questions and give recommendations. You can see the all-new Kreg EDGE live in person! While you’re here, enter for a chance to win a Kreg Grand Prize (no purchase necessary). Plus, enjoy 20% off all Kreg* products during the event! *Exclusions Apply - See Store for Details.
Only at Woodcraft of Harrisburg! Join us for a special demonstration with Scott Walter, author of How to Carve a Duck Decoy. Scott will take you through the fascinating process of transforming a simple block of wood into a beautifully carved duck decoy. Throughout the demonstration, he'll share his carving techniques, tips for achieving realistic shapes and details, and insights gained from years of carving experience. Scott will also discuss his book, How to Carve a Duck Decoy, explaining how it can help both beginning and experienced carvers develop their skills. Following the demonstration, he'll be available to answer your questions about carving techniques, tools, finishing methods, and the decoy-making process.
Join us for our Kreg ALL DAY EVENT with our featured Kreg demo from 11am to 12pm! See Kreg tools in action throughout both days. Our in-store experts will be available to discuss products, answer questions and give recommendations. You can see the all-new Kreg EDGE live in person! While you’re here, enter for a chance to win a Kreg Grand Prize (no purchase necessary). Plus, enjoy 20% off all Kreg* products during the event! *Exclusions Apply - See Store for Details.
Experience hands-on demos featuring Woodpeckers' precision-made tools and workflow solutions. Our friendly staff will be on hand to show you how their USA-built measuring tools, joinery jigs, router systems, and setup accessories solve common woodworking challenges with ultra-accurate results. While you're here, enter for a chance to win a Woodpeckers Prize, plus enjoy special savings off all Woodpecker products during the event so you can Show Off Your Skills on your next project!
Experience hands-on demos featuring Woodpeckers' precision-made tools and workflow solutions. Our friendly staff will be on hand to show you how their USA-built measuring tools, joinery jigs, router systems, and setup accessories solve common woodworking challenges with ultra-accurate results. While you're here, enter for a chance to win a Woodpeckers Prize, plus enjoy special savings off all Woodpecker products during the event so you can Show Off Your Skills on your next project!
Learn the full workflow for producing a precision-fit cheese slicer project-from milling and thicknessing through layout, drilling, and hardware installation-using processes that directly translate to efficient, repeatable cutting-board production.