Woodcraft of Downingtown

Design 101

Part 1: Tuesday, October 8, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Tuesday, October 15, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

This class will help both the beginner and Intermediate develop the skills to bring a new project from concept through construction. In this two part class students will: - Develop a project concept. - Create working drawings, including detailed measurement and construction details. - Develop a materials list and cut sheet. - Utilizing the newly created plan, students will build their project. Project construction will utilize the use of the band saw, jointer, planer, table saw along with other shop tools. If you are looking to learn to design your own projects, this is the class for you!

Introduction To The Router And Router Table

Saturday, October 12, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Router Basics and Router Table have been consolidated into a single course covering the safe use and operation of both machines. Your instructor covers the safety considerations, equipment selection, bit selection and techniques to use these versatile tools. .

Turn Your First Bowl

Sunday, October 13, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using a bowl gouge, parting tool and a scraper. At the end of the class students will have turned a bowl on their own!