Woodcraft of Colorado Springs

CNC I: CNC Basics And Vectric Software

Part 1: Monday, February 2, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 2: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 3: Monday, February 9, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 4: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Computer Numeric Control (CNC) technology offers woodworkers far greater accuracy and repeatability for many types of router and power carving projects. Professionals and hobbyists alike can create custom multiples of most anything faster and more accurately than any project fabricated manually. In this first class of our CNC series, students will learn how versatile CNC machines can be as Bob teaches students Vectric's software related to our in-store CNC units, and the variety of file types which may be imported, graphics compatibility, post processing cut paths, what materials are best to cut, and what shapes and styles may be fabricated. Materials may range from woods, plastics, MDF, soft non-ferrous metals, and solid surfacing materials. In this class, Bob will demonstrate a variety of techniques and projects which are useful to a range of woodworking specialties. Possible projects may include relief projects such as rosettes and other furniture or architectural embellishments, matching period pieces for restoration work, plaques, puzzles, labyrinths, intarsia pieces, boxes, RC craft pieces, bowls, home accessories such as Christmas tree ornaments and kitchen items, business branding and marketing collateral, and much more! NOTE: Students must please PRE-LOAD their laptop IN ADVANCE OF CLASS with either the demo or paid version of Vectric software (either the Desktop, Pro, or Aspire version).

Cabinet Construction Series: Dovetail Drawers

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6 PM - 8 PM

This class will walk you through the procedures and techniques in making machined half-blind dovetail drawers with the Porter Cable Dovetail Jig. Dovetail joinery is incredibly beautiful in both traditional and modern design. Moreover, it has superior mechanical strength and structure, and is perfectly suited for all types of construction. Half-blind dovetails are frequently used in cabinet construction and drawers . Through (full) dovetails are seen in boxes, furniture, and carcase work. Design choices are endless, as any style of dovetail may be used in all applications. Ben will show you just how uncomplicated machined half-blind dovetails can be. There is no reason to be afraid to add dovetail drawers to your next cabinet or furniture project. This is an instructional Class where students will learn all about the dovetail jig. Time permitting, we may also demonstrate through dovetails.

Handplane 101

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9 AM - 1 PM

Objective: By the end of this class, participants will be able to: 1. Understand the anatomy of a hand plane. 2. Demonstrate proper techniques for sharpening hand plane blades. 3. Identify different sharpening tools and their uses. 4. Maintain a sharp blade for effective woodworking. Students should bring a handplane of their choice that is in reasonable working condition.