Woodcraft of Cleveland

Turning a River-Epoxy/Wood Bowl/Platter

Part 1: Friday, May 9, 9 AM - 11:45 AM

Part 2: Friday, May 16, 9 AM - 3 PM

This two-day class will introduce you to the tools, tips and techniques used to create and turn a project that combines colorful resins with natural wood and yields an unusual and beautiful bowl. Day one we will prepare the blank, attach an appropriate mounting system and introduce the resins. Day 2 – Resin doesn’t dry and cure quickly - so we will turn & finish the project after the epoxy has cured - Dave will introduce you to the special tools and techniques used to successfully turn and finish the project

Scroll Saw Basics

Saturday, May 17, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

If you have been looking to get started in woodworking, the scroll saw is just the ticket. The scroll saw is a quiet and easy-to-use machine that will produce a wide variety of great projects. It can be used for creating fine, complex shapes and patterns such as fretwork, marquetry, intarsia, and inlay. This workshop is project oriented - designed for beginners just getting started or woodworkers wishing to expand their knowledge and skill level. Topics include blade selection, tension, pattern use, piercing, speeds, feed rates and cutting techniques. We will discuss scroll saw features, types, and what to look for when choosing a scroll saw. The goal for this workshop is for each student to have fun with woodworking, go home with a completed project and the inspiration to try more on their own.

Introduction To Cabinet Making With The Kreg Systems Step 1

Sunday, May 18, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Build a solid base cabinet Do you need a new cabinet in your home, and hate the flimsy products from the store. In this first of three classes, you will build a solid, 3/4 inch plywood cabinet (carcass) from scratch using the Kreg pocket hole system. You will learn to use track saws and the table saw to accurately cut a sheet of plywood into the pieces needed to assemble a 15” base cabinet. We will use Kreg jigs to properly drill the pocket holes that will allow for an accurate and very strong joinery technique. With the carcass finished we will discuss the next steps (and class) to design and assemble the face frame, and door.