Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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504 Ogden Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Hours of Operations

Sunday

11AM - 4PM

Monday

9AM - 6PM

Tuesday

9AM - 6PM

Wednesday

9AM - 6PM

Thursday

9AM - 6PM

Friday

9AM - 6PM

Saturday

9AM - 5PM

Retail store pricing may vary from internet or catalog pricing.

Woodworking Classes in Downers Grove

$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Mastering The Router

with Don Washow

Friday, October 16, 2026, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Understanding the different types of routers available and their use is one of the most useful subjects in the woodworking industry. Among the topics covered will be general router operation, maintenance, safety, router bit selection, and operating techniques. Don will introduce you to and you will operate the following routers: Bosch 1617EVS 2 ¼ H.P. combo kit, Bosch 2.3 H.P. combo kit, Dewalt 618 3 pack combo-kit, and the Dewalt 621 dedicated plunge router. Don will demonstrate advanced router techniques including pattern making, template routing, using a plunge router for joinery work, and jigs and fixtures. Towards the end of the day do will demonstrate cutting through dovetails on the Leigh Jig. By the end of the day you will possess the information and experience necessary to select equipment wisely and to operate your router safely with confidence. If you own a router bring it along with it’s accessories to the class. Don will help explain specific features and help tune it up!

$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Mastering Sharpening I: Chisels & Planes

with Don Washow

Friday, October 23, 2026, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Understanding the differences between sharpening systems and selecting the best system for you is one of the most confusing subjects in woodworking. Don starts at the beginning explaining the sandpaper system then continues to compare water stones, diamond plates, and oil stones. He will give you information on cross referencing the different grit systems so that comparing performance and price is easier. You will be provided with equipment to flatten and sharpen on sandpaper. Final honing will be completed on waterstones with a jig to produce a surgically sharp tool. You will also learn how to hollow grind on a bench grinder. By the end of the class you will understand what sharp is and have had the opportunity to experience tools sharper than you could have ever imagined.

$0.00

All Levels

Maximizing Your Bandsaw

with Alex Snodgrass

Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 5 PM - 6 PM

Join Alex Snodgrass, the leading authority on the bandsaw, for a FREE in-depth seminar on unlocking the full potential of your bandsaw. Participants will learn how to fine tune a bandsaw for smoother cuts and greater accuracy. He will also demonstrate how Carter Products accessories extend the tool’s range. Guides, mag fence, blades, inserts and a circle cutter will be highlighted for their role in precise and efficient work. The seminar will also include a brief segment on Titebond® glues, focusing on the optimal types for various woodworking projects. This seminar lays the groundwork for Alex’s box building class, offering students the chance to learn directly from a respected authority in woodworking. Sign up NOW! Seating is limited.

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What's Happening at Woodcraft of Downers Grove

Woodpeckers-2 Day Event (Day 1)

Friday, October 9, 2026, 11 AM - 12 PM

Experience hands-on demos featuring Woodpeckers' precision-made tools and workflow solutions. Our friendly staff will be on hand to show you how their USA-built measuring tools, joinery jigs, router systems, and setup accessories solve common woodworking challenges with ultra-accurate results. While you're here, enter for a chance to win a Woodpeckers Prize, plus enjoy special savings off all Woodpecker products during the event so you can Show Off Your Skills on your next project!

Woodpeckers-2 Day Event (Day2)

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Experience hands-on demos featuring Woodpeckers' precision-made tools and workflow solutions. Our friendly staff will be on hand to show you how their USA-built measuring tools, joinery jigs, router systems, and setup accessories solve common woodworking challenges with ultra-accurate results. While you're here, enter for a chance to win a Woodpeckers Prize, plus enjoy special savings off all Woodpecker products during the event so you can Show Off Your Skills on your next project!

Cheese Slicers and Cutting Boards

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Learn the full workflow for producing a precision-fit cheese slicer project-from milling and thicknessing through layout, drilling, and hardware installation-using processes that directly translate to efficient, repeatable cutting-board production.

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