Woodcraft of Atlanta

Introduction to Woodworking I

Part 1: Saturday, September 5, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, September 6, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

With Intro to Woodworking I, the student will learn the basic aspects, safety measures and uses of power tools and furniture assembly procedures. You will complete a small wall hanging cabinet. You will gain hands-on experience with basic joinery' how to "4 square" a board as well as hardware installation by the end of the last session.

Making a Shooting Board

Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 6 PM - 9 PM

Shooting boards are essential in any woodshop for achieving precise, square, and repeatable cuts with hand planes. Students will learn the fundamentals of shooting board design, how to accurately build and set up their own shooting board and the correct techniques for shooting end grain, truing edges and refining joinery parts to exact dimensions. Through hands-on instruction and guided practice, each participant will leave with a functional shooting board and the skills needed to use it confidently and accurately in their own shop.

Table Saw Basics & Techniques

Friday, September 11, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Terry will teach you how to use a table saw safely and accurately. Each student will have the opportunity to practice many table saw operations including cross cutting, ripping and taper cuts. The student will also make a basic crosscut sled. Terry will go over how to install the sliders so their sled will make accurate crosscuts. He will discuss the advantages/disadvantages of the various types of sliders available so the student can decide which type suits their needs and make a purchase accordingly.