Woodcraft of Milwaukee

Introduction To The Scroll Saw

Sunday, April 12, 2026, 10:30 AM - 1:30 AM

This class covers set up and proper operation of the scroll saw. The class is hands-on and the students will participate in several practice exercises during the session, then make an oven "push me - pull me" project. A great way to get comfortable with a fun tool.

Furniture Making - Build an End Table

Part 1: Friday, April 17, 2026, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Part 2: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

During this two part class, learn and build a basic end table using a miter saw, jointer, planer, table saw. Glue up a panel for the top, and join the base using pocket hole joinery. Limited use of the router for edge profiles will also be involved.

Sharpening Woodturning (Lathe) Tools

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Learn the fundamentals of sharpening lathe tools to increase your success at woodturning. This class will cover grinding wheel selection, grinding technique, and proper setup and use of the popular Oneway Wolverine grinding system. Correct shapes and angles for roughing, bowl and spindle gouges including the fingernail and Irish grind will be covered. The techniques for sharpening parting tools, skews and scrapers are included.