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Easy Wood Demo
Saturday, July 12, 1 PM - 4 PM
Please join Dan from Easy Wood as he discussed the finer points of the lathe. During this demo he will be showing the benefits of carbide insert tools while turning a pepper mill!
$90.00
All Levels
Pen Turning For Beginners
with Alex BirkettSunday, July 13, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
With little or no lathe experience, you can make your very own beautiful pen in 3 hours. Resident expert Chris Teenor has taught hundreds of students the art of pen-making in just one evening class. Your very own pen makes a great gift for almost any occasion. And the great part is, once you've made one, you can virtually make any style you wish. Without a doubt, this is our most popular class.
$85.00
All Levels
Spoon Carving
with Duff GreenwoodSaturday, July 19, 10 AM - 1 PM
NEW CLASS: - This class taught by longtime carver Duff Greenwood will review wood & tool selection, the basic four carving cuts, proper techniques, safety and how to carve a WOODEN SPOON. Written outline, instructions and plans will be included. There is a material cost of $10.00___ for the basswood carving blank. Students need to bring a sharp carving knife with a blade of 1” to 1-1/4” and a sharp palm gouge ¼” to 3/8” wide or purchase these at the store. Another great class for beginning carvers.
$85.00
Beginner
Introduction To Woodturning
with Chip SiskeySunday, July 20, 11 AM - 3 PM
This class is a must for the beginner, or a jumpstart to someone who has been trying to learn as they go. In this class, we will focus on safe lathe operation with discussion of lathes, drive centers, chucks, and other available accessories. We will discuss woodturning tools you may already have or have run across, and those available comparing the usefulness and quality of the metals. Our focus will turn to the seven basic tool where we will discuss when and how to use each one. We will finish with some hands on experience to ensure you grasp the proper tool presentation and use for each of these tools. There are so many tools available, the class will help you to select the correct tools for the projects you wish to complete. If you have tools, bring them but they are not necessary.
$85.00
All Levels
How To Make Hand Cut Dovetails
with Wayne PetersonSaturday, July 26, 10 AM - 1 PM
NEW CLASS - Join joinery expert Wayne Peterson for a great class on one of the best woodworking joints known to mankind. In this class, Wayne with cover layout, proper tools for the job, cutting and chiseling techniques to insure a perfect joint for your next project. If you're looking for a class that will help you become a better overall woodworker, then don't miss this one.
$80.00
All Levels
Build an Arts & Crafts Chair
with Bob SettichSunday, July 27, 10 AM - 1 PM
GREAT CHAIR CLASS - With author, furniture-maker and resident expert Bob Settich at the helm, learn the skill of making a classic Arts & Crafts Dining Room Chair. Bob will cover it all including a 63 page e-book and templates for making mortise and tenon joints for each student. This a MUST TAKE class for those who ever wanted to learn how to make a chair.
$85.00
All Levels
Beginning Carving
with Duff GreenwoodSaturday, August 2, 10 AM - 1 PM
If you're looking to start a new hobby or refresh some old carving skills, this is the class for you. We are offering a beginning wood carving class taught by longtime carver Duff Greenwood. Students will learn wood & tool selection, the basic four carving cuts, proper techniques, safety and how to carve a Comfort Bird. Written instructions and plans will be included. There is a material cost of $10 for the basswood carving block. Students need to bring a sharp carving knife with a one inch blade or purchase one at the store. This is a great class for beginning carvers
$85.00
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Intermediate Router Techniques
with Mike CobbMonday, August 4, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Totally 'hand's-on" router table class for 3 solid hours. You'll not only learn how to maximize your skills, but pick up key tricks of the trade that will elevate your mastery of this great woodworking tool. Students will learn safe methods for completing a number of different cuts while using a variety of top of the line router bits. Sound like fun evening? Sign up now. DON'T PASS THIS CLASS UP!
$90.00
Beginner
Scroll Saw Basics
with David RothSaturday, August 9, 10 AM - 1 PM
David will demonstrate basic setup and tuning of the scroll saw and will discuss blade selection. You will also complete a project from a variety of plans that are furnished.
$85.00
All Levels
Pen Turning For Beginners
with Alex BirkettSunday, August 10, 11:30 AM - 2 PM
With little or no lathe experience, you can make your very own beautiful pen in 3 hours. Resident expert Chris Teenor has taught hundreds of students the art of pen-making in just one evening class. Your very own pen makes a great gift for almost any occasion. And the great part is, once you've made one, you can virtually make any style you wish. Without a doubt, this is our most popular class.
$90.00
All Levels
Cabinet Making 101
with Conner JohsonSaturday, August 16, 10 AM - 2 PM
NEW CLASS - Finally bringing this much requested class back into reality. Professional cabinet maker Conner Jonson will take you through the critical steps of creating beautiful cabinetry You will learn the necessary tools and equipment to most cabinet projects, including design setup, cabinet components, materials including plywood and hardwood, cut preparation including measurements, cut list for cabinet parts, carcass assembly,, face frame assembly, drawer and door construction, final assembly and finishing. This instructor knows his stuff so sign up soon as there are only 8 open spots for the class.
$90.00
All Levels
Learn to Turn a Thin Stemmed Goblet
with Chip SiskeySunday, August 17, 11 AM - 3 PM
ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR CLASSES – This class incorporates spindle turning techniques with some end grain hollowing. Our turning expert, Chip Siskey, will focus on proper cutting tool presentation to help you develop your spindle turning abilities, as well as, the chuck mounting techniques necessary when challenged with working on a piece that protrudes a few inches from the chuck. The resulting decorative thin stemmed goblet can be displayed or makes traditional wedding gift when embellished with captive rings.
$90.00
All Levels
Mortise & Tenon Joinery
with Bob SettichSaturday, August 23, 11 AM - 2 PM
NEW CLASS - In this class, resident expert, Bob Settich will teach you the time-honored mortise and tenon joint. This strongest of all joints will enable you to make tables and other furniture of almost any style. With a hand held router and a jig that you'll make with scrap plywood, you'll cut mortises with amazing precision. Additionally, the jig also places the mirror-image mortise in the legs at the opposite end of each table or chair rail. You'll also practice several different ways of producing tenons that fit perfectly. Lastly, you'll learn techniques for no-stress glue-ups, plus several reinforcing steps that will create incredibly strong furniture
$90.00
All Levels
Beginner Open Bowl
with Chip SiskeySunday, September 7, 12 PM - 4 PM
Have you tried bowl turning with mixed results or is it something you've always wanted to try but didn't know where to begin. Join local turning guru Chip Siskey as he guides you towards turning bowls in a simple yet informative way. The focus will be on mounting techniques, grain direction, dealing with wood species as well as empahsis on placement of cutting tools and mastering the push cut achieve a smooth finish.
$90.00
Beginner
Basic Router Techniques
with Mike CobbTuesday, September 9, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Many woodworkers consider the router the best tool in their shop. This "beginner's" router class, will cover which type of router is best suited for you, the 5 must have router bits and their uses, correct router cutting techniques, key accessories, router tables, maintenance and SAFETY. If you own a router or you're thinking about buying one, this class is tailor-made for you.
$90.00
All Levels
Intro to Cabinet Making
with Conner JohsonSaturday, September 13, 10 AM - 2 PM
NEW CLASS - Finally bringing this much requested class back into reality. Professional cabinet maker Conner Jonson will take you through the critical steps of creating beautiful cabinetry You will learn the necessary tools and equipment to most cabinet projects, including design setup, cabinet components, materials including plywood and hardwood, cut preparation including measurements, cut list for cabinet parts, carcass assembly,, face frame assembly, drawer and door construction, final assembly and finishing. This instructor knows his stuff so sign up soon as there are only 8 open spots for the class.
$90.00
All Levels
Pen Turning For Beginners
with Alex BirkettSunday, September 14, 11 AM - 2:30 PM
With little or no lathe experience, you can make your very own beautiful pen in 3 hours. Resident expert Chris Teenor has taught hundreds of students the art of pen-making in just one evening class. Your very own pen makes a great gift for almost any occasion. And the great part is, once you've made one, you can virtually make any style you wish. Without a doubt, this is our most popular class.
$85.00
All Levels
Introduction to Wood Carving
with Duff GreenwoodSaturday, September 20, 10 AM - 1 PM
NEW CLASS - Finally we are offering a beginning wood carving class taught by longtime carver Duff Greenwood. Students will learn wood & tool selection, the basic four carving cuts, proper techniques, safety and how to carve a Comfort Bird. Written instructions and plans will be included. There is a material cost of $10 for the basswood carving block. Students need to bring a sharp carving knife with a two inch blade or purchase one at the store. This is a great class for beginning carvers.
$80.00
All Levels
Build An Arts & Crafts Chair
with Bob SettichSaturday, September 27, 10 AM - 1 PM
GREAT CHAIR CLASS - With author, furniture-maker and resident expert Bob Settich at the helm, learn the skill of making a classic Arts & Crafts Dining Room Chair. Bob will cover it all including a 63 page e-book and templates for making mortise and tenon joints for each student. This is a MUST TAKE class for those who ever wanted to learn how to make a chair.