Woodcraft of Minneapolis

Inlays Part 3: Using Epoxy

Part 1: Thursday, March 20, 6 PM - 9 PM

Part 2: Thursday, March 27, 6 PM - 9 PM

If your inlay pattern includes complicated or irregular shapes, epoxy can simplify the process and give a unique finished look. In this two-evening class, you'll use a router to cut the void and then choose a color, mix the epoxy and fill the void. The epoxy needs time to cure so during the second evening, you'll plane, sand and finish the board. At the end, you'll be ready to make more challenging shapes and patterns for future projects. Note: A $20 materials fee (cash or Square) will be collected by the instructor at the beginning of class.

Chip Carving

Sunday, March 23, 10 AM - 4 PM

Chip carving consists of a set of triangular or curved cuts laid out in regular, geometric patterns, but can also be more free form, as in lettering or images. You will need to bring a Chip Carving Knife like the Pfeil style B, or similar. Your instructor, Bart Dunning, will teach you about the handling and care of the knife. You will learn how to draw a pattern for cutting, make the various cuts and develop a “feel” for the wood, as well as what woods are preferred. Dealing with mistakes, short of adding fuel to your fireplace, is also part of the class. You will leave with some new skills, some new friends and, hopefully, a carved coaster. Note: $5 materials fee payable to the instructor at time of class.

Basic Chisel Work

Monday, March 24, 5 PM - 9 PM

In this class we will show the basic uses of chisels from paring to mortising to dovetails along with exercises, jigs and and tips to make accurate cuts. Hand paring and mallet work will be covered. Up your fine finish work game with this cost effective introduction to hand tools. A 5.00 Material fee will be payable to instructor at the class.