$90.00
All Levels
CLS345 - Knife Making Class
with Todd RineSaturday, April 27, 2 PM - 5 PM
In this class, you'll make a Camillus Mask knife from a blank. The class includes wood resawing, blank shaping, knife assembly, and finishing.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS279 - Making A Cutting Board
with Shaela SavageSunday, April 28, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
In this class the student will learn how to make a cutting board using different types of wood. You will learn how to measure, cut, glue, and round off the edges of the board and then put on a finish. By the end of the class the students will have the knowledge to go to their own shop and make many more cutting boards for friends and family.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS026 - Pen Turning with Carbide Tools
with Jack HugginsThursday, May 2, 10 AM - 1 PM
Make a pen from start to finish. In this class you will cut the wood, drill the hole and glue in the tubes. You'll learn the lathe parts and use carbide tools and to turn a slim line pen with a friction polish finish.
$100.00
ALL
CLS638- Working With VCarve- Session III
with Brian GishThursday, May 2, 6 PM - 9 PM
Session 3 In this course, students will learn how to import pictures and do advanced node editing. Using CNC laser modules will also be discussed. Students are required to have completed Session 2 to take this course.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS397- Scroll Saw Intro 101
with Tim GilmanSaturday, May 4, 9 AM - 12 PM
In this course the student will learn to identify the different types of scroll saws and blades while gaining an understanding of which blade is used for which material. The student will also learn the basic operating principles of the scroll saw including changing blade tension, blade speed, and table angle. Learning proper safety including basic shop safety, personal safety, and safe procedures using the scroll saw will be stressed. This is a hands on class where the student will learn how to make different types of cuts and make some simple projects that can be taken home.
$90.00
All Levels
CLS397 - Custom Name/Word Puzzle With The Scroll Saw
with Tim GilmanSaturday, May 4, 1 PM - 4 PM
Make a standup puzzle of any word or name. The instructor will provide you with "tiles" of letters that can be combined to form a word or name and a template for adding puzzle pieces that join the letters together. You will then attach this pattern to the wood and cut the wood with the scroll saw. Then you'll have time to sand and dye the puzzle. You'll leave with a set of the tiles and the puzzle piece template so you'll be able to make more puzzles on your own.
$90.00
All Levels
CLS173 - Intro To Woodcarving
with Jim HiserSunday, May 5, 1 PM - 4 PM
Are you interested in woodcarving but are unsure about the different types of carving and what kind of materials are needed? This class will teach students proper use of hand tools. The different types of tools available will be discussed and wood selection.
$100.00
ALL
CLS639- Working With VCarve- Session IV
with Brian GishThursday, May 9, 6 PM - 9 PM
Session 4 In this final class, students will learn about 3D carving, clipart, layers, and creating vector boundaries. In this class students will make a design that will incorporate the various skills learned throughout the series. Students are required to have completed Session 3 to take this course.
$200.00
All Levels
CLS650 - Make An End Grain Cutting Board
with Shaela SavageSaturday, May 11, 10 AM - 5 PM
Why buy a cutting board when you can make one for less. In this class you will get hands on practice cutting the wood on the table saw, gluing and clamping, sanding with a drum and orbital sander and applying a food safe finish. Students will take home a completed cutting board.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS280 - Tablesaw 101
with Todd RineSunday, May 12, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The class will cover the set up of your table saw and some of the basic operations such as ripping, crosscutting, using a tenoning jig, cutting dadoes and using a crosscut sled. A good get-to-know-your-saw class.
$90.00
All Levels
CLS024 - The Art Of Bowl Turning Using Carbide Tools
with Jack HugginsThursday, May 16, 10 AM - 1 PM
This hands on class will take students through proper use of their carbide woodturning tools. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the different cutters. Students will turn a bowl in this class.
$110.00
All Levels
CLS233 Epoxy Resin and Wood Serving Tray
with Shaela SavageSaturday, May 18, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
In this class students use the table saw to rip and crosscut wood to make the rectangular base and sides of a serving tray. Students will machine a groove in the sides and miter the corners and then glue to the sides to the rectangular base creating a cavity which epoxy resin can be poured into. Instructor will demonstrate various methods to add visual interest to the tray with epoxy. Students will then mix and add color to epoxy resin and pour it in the cavity of the serving tray. Projects would be ready for pickup in about 2 days.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS163- Flat, Square, Straight
with Todd RineSunday, May 19, 1 PM - 4 PM
In order to get clean, tight-fitting joints in your woodworking projects, you must have boards that are flat, square, and true before you begin the joinery. This means you need to be able to use lumber that may be bowed, cupped, or twisted. In this class, the student will learn how to use the Jointer, Planer, Tablesaw, and hand planes to accomplish this fundamental task.
$90.00
All Levels
CLS024 - Turn A Wooden Bowl Using Traditional Tools On The Lathe
with Toby BouderFriday, May 24, 3 PM - 6 PM
Learn the fundamentals of bowl turning. This will include bowl design, blank preparation, chucking, shaping of the outside, hollowing of the inside and finishing. You will also learn the proper use of traditional bowl turning tools (not carbide), and how to position the tools to create efficient cuts with bowl gouges and scrapers. How to avoid “catches” while using the bowl gouge and how to hold the wood on the lathe for shaping and hollowing. Students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn their bowl. Woodcraft will provide a bowl blank and woodturning tools for you to use. You can bring your own tools (not carbide) if you wish, and it is encouraged if you have them, but it is not a requirement. This class is intended for those with some experience working with a wood lathe.
$450.00
All Levels
CLS822 - 3D Cutting Board
with Alex SnodgrassSaturday, June 1, 9 AM - 6 PM
This is a great opportunity to make a 3D cutting board with the master himself: Alex Snodgrass. Using only three different woods – maple, cherry, and walnut – Alex 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 planing, 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 face. Register today – only 10 seats available!
$0.00
All Levels
Maximize Your Bandsaw
with Alex SnodgrassSunday, June 2, 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Alex Snodgrass from @bandsawlife2660 on Youtube and alex.snodgrass on Instagram, will be at our store! In person he will show you everything you need to know to get your bandsaw running at an optimum performance level. Alex will review all aspects of a multitude of topics, such as tune-up, blade selection, guide adjustments and selection, resawing, and scroll cutting, as well as an overview of all the latest and greatest bandsaw accessories. Sign up today – space is limited.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS171 - Bandsaw Basics
with Todd RineSunday, June 9, 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
The class will cover the proper set up and safe operation of one of the most useful tools in a wood shop. Learn how to get the most from your bandsaw, making curved, straight and resaw cuts.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS397- Scroll Saw Intro 101
with Tim GilmanSaturday, June 15, 9 AM - 12 PM
In this course the student will learn to identify the different types of scroll saws and blades while gaining an understanding of which blade is used for which material. The student will also learn the basic operating principles of the scroll saw including changing blade tension, blade speed, and table angle. Learning proper safety including basic shop safety, personal safety, and safe procedures using the scroll saw will be stressed. This is a hands on class where the student will learn how to make different types of cuts and make some simple projects that can be taken home.
$110.00
All Levels
CLS398 - Scroll Saw Compound Cutting Magic Wands
with Tim GilmanSaturday, June 15, 1 PM - 4 PM
This class will be a fun way to learn compound cutting while making some “Magic” Wands. The class will begin with a demonstration of attaching patterns, selecting blades, making compound cuts on the scroll saw & smoothing your cuts with a sanding star. Then Tim will help you practice attaching patterns & cutting out some “Magic” Wands you can take home. While there will only be class time to cut several Wands, you will leave with an understanding of the process. Plus you will get to keep the book of Wand making techniques & patterns you used in the class! With the knowledge & practice gained from this class you’ll be able to continue your magical journey making wands from this book at home!
$90.00
All Levels
CLS024 - Wood Turning Basics: Spindles with the Lathe
with Kirk KappSaturday, June 22, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Get started with the basics of spindle turning at the lathe. In this exciting hands-on class you'll learn the skills required to start making spindles on the lathe as you turn two objects: a cove and bead stick and a vase. Tools covered include the roughing gouge, the spindle gouge, and the parting tool.
$90.00
All Levels
CLS024 - The Art of Bowl Turning
with Kirk KappSaturday, June 22, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools and carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
$315.00
All Levels
CLS958 - Epoxy River Table Part 1 of 2
with Shaela SavageSunday, June 23, 1 PM - 5 PM
This is a 2 part class, All students attend both dates. Tution includes the 1st & 2nd date. In this class students will be introduced to the process of making an epoxy river table, including mold construction, slab preparation, and epoxy pouring. Several different epoxy options will be discussed, along with dye and dust coloring. In part one, students will build the mold, cut and treat the slab, and pour the river. In part two, students will be instructed on how to prepare their river table for an epoxy top coat using several power tools such as the table saw, jointer, various sanders, and router table. After preparing, the top coat will be poured and projects would be ready for pickup in about a day.
$0.00
All Levels
CLS958 - Epoxy River Table Part 2 of 2
with Shaela SavageSunday, June 30, 1 PM - 5 PM
Part 2. Part 1 already took place the previous Sunday. All students who attended previous Sunday attend this class. No addtional cost for this class, tution for this class included in payment for last Sunday's class.
$100.00
All Levels
CLS345 - Knife Making Class
with Todd RineSunday, July 7, 1 PM - 4 PM
In this class, you'll make a Camillus BALKUS knife from a blank. The class includes wood resawing, blank shaping, knife assembly, and finishing.
$90.00
Beginner
CLS397- Scroll Saw Intro 101
with Tim GilmanSaturday, July 20, 9 AM - 12 AM
In this course the student will learn to identify the different types of scroll saws and blades while gaining an understanding of which blade is used for which material. The student will also learn the basic operating principles of the scroll saw including changing blade tension, blade speed, and table angle. Learning proper safety including basic shop safety, personal safety, and safe procedures using the scroll saw will be stressed. This is a hands on class where the student will learn how to make different types of cuts and make some simple projects that can be taken home.
$140.00
Beginner
CLS187- Intro To Intarsia
with Tim GilmanSaturday, July 20, 1 PM - 5 PM
This new class will be a fun way to practice intarsia whether it’s your first time or you’ve taken classes before. In this class you will be making a butterfly. First you will use the scroll saw to cut the wood into pieces & then you’ll use the Guinevere sanding system to give those pieces a life like appearance. When you are done sanding you’ll have the opportunity to dye the wood. Plus you’ll get to keep the book of intarsia skills & patterns that was used in this class. This book has 24 other projects in it! With the knowledge & practice gained from this class you’ll be ready to continue your intarsia journey making projects from this book at home!