Woodworking Classes in Appleton/Fox Cities

$175.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Dovetail Box with Hinged Lid

with Chris McCoy

Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Learn one of woodworking’s most sought-after joinery techniques and build a precision keepsake box in this hands-on class. Using specialized jigs and a router table, students will create clean, repeatable dovetail joints—no prior experience required. Each student will construct a small hardwood box featuring a functional hinged lid and a clean, professional fit. This class focuses on accuracy, technique, and confidence using modern woodworking methods that make traditionally difficult joinery approachable and successful. Throughout the session, you’ll learn how to safely use a router table with jigs, cut both tails and pins, and assemble your project with proper alignment and clamping techniques. We’ll also cover hinge placement and lid operation so your box opens and closes smoothly. At the end of class, students will have the option to personalize their box with laser engraving, making it a perfect gift or keepsake. All materials provided

$100.00

Beginner

Turn a Lidded Box

with Gerald Jensen

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This class is designed to introduce the novice turner to the wood lathe. Gerry will take you step by step through machine set-up, tool safety and usage. In this class, students will learn basic tool techniques and turning cuts used to complete a functional wooden lidded Box. Sharpening will be briefly covered. Note: a $20 materials fee (cash or credit card) will be collected by the instructor at the start of the class.

$100.00

Beginner

Turn a Sphere

with Gerald Jensen

Saturday, June 20, 2026, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This class is designed to introduce the novice turner to sphere turning techniques. Learning to turn spheres helps beginning turners learn tool control, body movement, grain awareness, layout accuracy, and surface refinement, all in a single project. Gerry will demonstrate basic tool techniques students will use to complete a wooden sphere. Note: a $20 materials fee (cash or credit card) will be collected by the instructor at the start of the class.

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All About Drum Sanders

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

From cutting boards to cabinet doors, learn to set up your drum sander for peak performance.

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Choosing the Right Lathe

Saturday, May 16, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Learn the features and benefits of various lathes as well as setup and tuning for optimal performance.

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Router Jigs & Templates Demo

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

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.

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Woodcraft of Appleton/Fox Cities is Ready to Help You Make Wood Work!

Woodcraft of Appleton/Fox Cities 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 Appleton/Fox Cities we enjoy Helping You Make Wood Work®

We Sell the Best Brands in Woodworking

The best woodworking has to offer from brands like Festool, JET, RIKON and more!

Festool Woodworking Tools. Woodcraft is the largest Festool retailer in the US.
SawStop Table Saws - the standard in table saw safety.
Laguna - Supermax woodworking tools, accessories, and abrasives.