Woodcraft of Colorado Springs

Sharpening Mini Series: Chisels And Plane Irons

Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 2 PM - 5 PM

The safest and most enjoyable tool in the woodworker's tool kit is a sharp tool. The most dangerous is a dull one. Whether you are a casual or a serious woodworker, it is critical for safety, precision, and efficiency to incorporate regular and proper sharpening habits into your work flow. Learn how to sharpen your bench planes and chisels by hand with diamond stones and waterstones, what stones to use and when to use them, and how to correctly develop your own sharpening processes which work for you in your own shop. We'll cover topics including stone selection, honing guides, precision techniques, time-saving techniques, and how to build up your own sharpening station which fits your budget. This is a hands-on class! If you do not yet have your own tools and supplies, it is recommended that you take this class prior to buying anything. We will discuss recommendations, tips and tricks, and use our full complement of classroom inventory for class exercises. If you already have your own, you are welcome and invited to bring them! Please note that carving tools will not be covered in this class. We will focus on hand plane blades and a variety of different woodworking chisels such as bench / bevel-edge chisels, mortising chisels, and dovetail chisels. Oil stones and electronic sharpeners will not be covered in this class.

Small Box Series: Dovetail Box Using A Router And Dovetail Jig

Part 1: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 26, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

This class will take you into the world of small box making with power tools. Small boxes can be very simple to extremely elegant, from a simple recipe caddy to an intricate heirloom treasury. Once you learn the fundamental techniques and how to use the dovetail jig, you can make just about any style in any size for any purpose which your dovetail jig accommodates. Students will focus on the half-blind dovetail in this class, with a raised panel lid and contrasting woods. Other variations will also be discussed. Your instructor will provide a variety of beautiful woods from which you will choose for your in-class project. Species for each class will be subject to availability at the time of class. At the end of Day 2, each student will take home a box of their own. Time permitting, application of a finish will be discussed, but final finishing will be up to the student. Students wishing to learn about finishing in-depth should enroll in our Applied Finishing class, and bring their bare wood boxes to learn all about finishing and apply finish during that class.

Woodturning 101 - Leaf Project

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

In the Morning Session – Raleigh will begin with the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning. This will include lathe history, shop safety, tool selection, sharpening, woodturning tools and wood selection. Raleigh will teach the students all about the different woodturning tools, the different styles, how to sharpen and how to use your woodturning tools. We will go over wood grain, density, moisture content, domestics vs. exotics, how to correctly prepare turning blanks, the various methods of mounting your work on the lathe, and much more. In the Afternoon Session – we will apply your morning skills to turn the Project for this Class. This class is a must to accelerate your skills for turning bowls, boxes, platters, and various woodturning projects. This is a hands-on class … so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in the class!

CNC II: 3D Carving

Part 1: Monday, August 10, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 2: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 3: Monday, August 17, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Part 4: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

This is the SECOND class and follow-up to our original class, CNC I: CNC Basics and Vectric Software. This follow-up covers 3-dimensional carving, tiling, inlay, and double-sided carving. This class requires that you either have completed the pre-requisite, or that you have a base knowledge of Vectric (V-Carve) software.

Woodturning 201 - Turning and Burning Bowls

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisite - In the first 30 minutes – We will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.

3D Cutting Board

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to make a 3D cutting board using Alex Snodgrass's method. Using only three different woods - maple, cherry, and Peruvian walnut - Barry will show each student how to make a stunning 3D end-grain cutting board. He will begin by teaching each student how to tune a bandsaw to make perfect cuts. Students will then progress through techniques required to build a cutting board: how to make dead-on straight cuts and accurate angled cuts on the bandsaw, and how to plane, sand, glue, and clamp the cutting board. Topics to be covered include: bandsaw myths debunked, bandsaw mechanics, correct blade tension, accurate angle cuts, gluing techniques, end-grain pattern alignment, food-safe finishes, and care and maintenance of cutting boards. By the end of the day, each student will have a fantastic 3D cutting board made with their own hands! This class is designed for woodworkers of all skill levels. From the beginner to the advanced woodworker, every student will leave the class with a 3d cutting board and a smile on their faces! Register today - there is limited enrollment!

Cabinet Construction Series: The Fundamentals

Part 1: Friday, August 28, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, August 29, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

This 2-day class is a hands-on introduction to cabinet construction. Students learn as they build a small-scale Face Frame Style cabinet suitable for the kitchen, other home areas or shop storage. There are many construction methods in cabinet-making, this class will focus on Face Frame construction. In this fundamentals class, we will focus on table saw work for dado joinery of the carcass; and stile and rail construction of a flat panel door with European hinges. There is no pre-requisite.

Woodturning 101 - Amazing Apple Project

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

In the Morning Session – Raleigh will begin with the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning. This will include lathe history, shop safety, tool selection, sharpening, woodturning tools and wood selection. Raleigh will teach the students all about the different woodturning tools, the different styles, how to sharpen and how to use your woodturning tools. We will go over wood grain, density, moisture content, domestics vs. exotics, how to correctly prepare turning blanks, the various methods of mounting your work on the lathe, and much more. In the Afternoon Session – we will apply your morning skills to turn the Project for this Class. This class is a must to accelerate your skills for turning bowls, boxes, platters, and various woodturning projects. This is a hands-on class … so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in the class!

Woodturning 201 - Lidded Boxes

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisites - In the first 30 minutes - Raleigh Lockhart will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.

Woodturning 101 - Amazing Apple Project

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

In the Morning Session – Raleigh will begin with the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning. This will include lathe history, shop safety, tool selection, sharpening, woodturning tools and wood selection. Raleigh will teach the students all about the different woodturning tools, the different styles, how to sharpen and how to use your woodturning tools. We will go over wood grain, density, moisture content, domestics vs. exotics, how to correctly prepare turning blanks, the various methods of mounting your work on the lathe, and much more. In the Afternoon Session – we will apply your morning skills to turn the Project for this Class. This class is a must to accelerate your skills for turning bowls, boxes, platters, and various woodturning projects. This is a hands-on class … so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in the class!

Woodturning 201 -Acorns

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisite - In the first 30 minutes – We will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.

The Art of Kumiko

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Kumiko 1: Asa-no-ha Trivet. Kumiko is the Japanese art of assembling small wood pieces into intricate lattice patterns, without nails or glue — designs drawn straight from nature. In this class, you'll build a trivet using the asa-no-ha ("hemp leaf") pattern, one of kumiko's most iconic motifs. You'll learn how to process and prepare precise wood pieces, then assemble them into a finished trivet. Just as valuable: you'll leave with your own jig, ready to use for future asa-no-ha projects on your own or in later classes. No prior woodworking experience required — just patience and an eye for detail.

Shaker Boxes

Part 1: Friday, November 6, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 2: Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

The Art of Shaker Oval Box Making: Raleigh Lockhart has been a skilled Shaker Box Maker for many years, and we are excited to be offering a class. Raleigh will begin the class by sharing the rich history and class overview of Shaker Oval Box Making. This will include History for Shaker Box Makers, Shop Safety, Tools used for the class and wood selection. We will then build three classic Shaker Bentwood Keepsakes - this is a great opportunity to learn this lost Art of Shaker Oval Box Making so you too can become a Shaker Box Maker!

3D Cutting Board

Sunday, November 8, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to make a 3D cutting board using Alex Snodgrass's method. Using only three different woods - maple, cherry, and Peruvian walnut - Barry will show each student how to make a stunning 3D end-grain cutting board. He will begin by teaching each student how to tune a bandsaw to make perfect cuts. Students will then progress through techniques required to build a cutting board: how to make dead-on straight cuts and accurate angled cuts on the bandsaw, and how to plane, sand, glue, and clamp the cutting board. Topics to be covered include: bandsaw myths debunked, bandsaw mechanics, correct blade tension, accurate angle cuts, gluing techniques, end-grain pattern alignment, food-safe finishes, and care and maintenance of cutting boards. By the end of the day, each student will have a fantastic 3D cutting board made with their own hands! This class is designed for woodworkers of all skill levels. From the beginner to the advanced woodworker, every student will leave the class with a 3d cutting board and a smile on their faces! Register today - there is limited enrollment!

Power Tool Fundamentals: Router

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 10 AM - 4 PM

This is a basic instructional class focusing on the ever so versatile router. Students will learn basic router safety, operation and adjustment, various router types, when, why, and how to use each type, router components, set-up, common bits, and when and how to use the router table. Step-by-step, we will walk you through the essentials and how to get the most out of this valuable tool. Students will have hands-on experience in class as they apply the principles learned. Reserve your spot early to ensure your enrollment! All Materials Are Included In The Cost Of Tuition.

Woodturning 101 - Leaf Project

Saturday, November 21, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

In the Morning Session – Raleigh will begin with the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning. This will include lathe history, shop safety, tool selection, sharpening, woodturning tools and wood selection. Raleigh will teach the students all about the different woodturning tools, the different styles, how to sharpen and how to use your woodturning tools. We will go over wood grain, density, moisture content, domestics vs. exotics, how to correctly prepare turning blanks, the various methods of mounting your work on the lathe, and much more. In the Afternoon Session – we will apply your morning skills to turn the Project for this Class. This class is a must to accelerate your skills for turning bowls, boxes, platters, and various woodturning projects. This is a hands-on class … so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in the class!

Woodturning 201 - Turning and Burning Bowls

Saturday, November 28, 2026, 12 AM - 12 AM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisite - In the first 30 minutes – We will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.

Woodturning 101 - Snowflake Bowl Project

Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

In the Morning Session – Raleigh will begin with the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning. This will include lathe history, shop safety, tool selection, sharpening, woodturning tools and wood selection. Raleigh will teach the students all about the different woodturning tools, the different styles, how to sharpen and how to use your woodturning tools. We will go over wood grain, density, moisture content, domestics vs. exotics, how to correctly prepare turning blanks, the various methods of mounting your work on the lathe, and much more. In the Afternoon Session – we will apply your morning skills to turn the Project for this Class. This class is a must to accelerate your skills for turning bowls, boxes, platters, and various woodturning projects. This is a hands-on class … so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in the class!

3D Cutting Board

Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

This is a great opportunity to make a 3D cutting board using Alex Snodgrass's method. Using only three different woods - maple, cherry, and Peruvian walnut - Barry will show each student how to make a stunning 3D end-grain cutting board. He will begin by teaching each student how to tune a bandsaw to make perfect cuts. Students will then progress through techniques required to build a cutting board: how to make dead-on straight cuts and accurate angled cuts on the bandsaw, and how to plane, sand, glue, and clamp the cutting board. Topics to be covered include: bandsaw myths debunked, bandsaw mechanics, correct blade tension, accurate angle cuts, gluing techniques, end-grain pattern alignment, food-safe finishes, and care and maintenance of cutting boards. By the end of the day, each student will have a fantastic 3D cutting board made with their own hands! This class is designed for woodworkers of all skill levels. From the beginner to the advanced woodworker, every student will leave the class with a 3d cutting board and a smile on their faces! Register today - there is limited enrollment!

Woodturning 201 - Birdhouses & Gnomes

Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisite - In the first 30 minutes - Raleigh Lockhart will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.

Woodturning 201 - Turning and Burning Bowls

Saturday, December 26, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Woodturning 101 is a Class Prerequisite - In the first 30 minutes – We will begin the class with a brief refresher of the A, B, C and D’s of Woodturning – Focusing on the Foundation of Woodturning and Shop Safety. The balance of the day – it’s ALL about the featured Class Project! This is a hands-on class so if you have woodturning tools, bring them so you can sharpen and use them in for the class! You will learn Wood and Tool selection to turn your beautiful project.