351 Thornton Road, Suite 102
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Hours of Operations
Sunday
11AM - 4PM
Monday
10AM - 6PM
Tuesday
10AM - 6PM
Wednesday
10AM - 6PM
Thursday
10AM - 6PM
Friday
10AM - 6PM
Saturday
9AM - 5PM
Using an example furniture piece, this class will explain how to select and mill board foot lumber for all the different parts of the piece. Breaking down the lumber into rough components for milling will be discussed along with actual milling techniques.
Learn terminology of the lathe and lathe chisels. Understand the three basic cuts in woodturning that will be the foundation of all your woodturning. Practice turning skills, body positions and movements for the development of good and safe turning practices. Apply what you learn and making a small project such as a honey dipper, weed pot, tool handle, Christmas ornament if time permits. There will be a break for lunch and many restaurants are near by.
Participants will learn how to select a pen blank, either or wood, and prepare it for turning for the desired pen kit. You will learn the difference between High Speed Steel and Carbide as well as the pros and cons of each. Turning to the desired shape you choose. Sanding to be free of grain defects, remove tool marks, dents and other defects. Apply finish and avoid streaking. Assembly of the finished product to show off to friends and relatives. There will be a break for lunch and many restaurants are near by.
Using your router to create projects gets a little easier with a jig or template. We’ll walk you through the basics how to rout with a template.
Keeping your bits and blades clean makes for cleaner cuts. Join us as we step through how to remove the buildup on your bits and blades.
Woodcraft of West Atlanta is the area’s premiere destination for the best woodworking tools, wood, supplies and advice. Whether you consider yourself a novice woodworker or an expert craftsman, Woodcraft has the brands that sawdust makers prefer! Shop top power tool brands like JET, Powermatic, Festool, Laguna, Rikon and more. Plus find the best selection of hand tools from WoodRiver, pfeil, Flexcut, Veritas and other favorites. Stop by for our free monthly woodworking demos or take part in a woodworking seminar. At Woodcraft of West Atlanta we enjoy Helping You Make Wood Work®
The best woodworking has to offer from brands like Festool, JET, RIKON and more!
