Woodcraft of Kansas City

$85.00

All Levels

Beginners Carving Class

with Duff Greenwood

Saturday, May 10, 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

All Levels

Pen Turning For Beginners

with Alex Birkett

Sunday, May 11, 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 Alex Birkett 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.

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$175.00

All Levels

Working With Epoxy

with Alex Birkett

Sunday, May 18, 11 AM - 3 PM

NEW CLASS - Finally, a class designed for those interested in using thin pour epoxy for beautiful projects. In this class we will be going over the different types of epoxy styles as well as techniques for applying the pigments. Each student will be creating a unique end table using Hair Pin Legs. The projects will be required to stay at the store for the duration of the curing process to be picked up after a few days.

$90.00

All Levels

Mortise & Tenon Joinery

with Bob Settich

Saturday, May 24, 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

Introduction to Cabinetmaking

with Conner Johson

Saturday, June 7, 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 6 open spots for the class.

$90.00

All Levels

Beginner Open Bowl

with Chip Siskey

Sunday, June 8, 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.

$85.00

All Levels

Sharpening Basics-The Skill Of A Lifetime.

with Mike Cobb

Tuesday, June 10, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Sharpening is without question one of the most important skills in being a good woodworker. If you just can't get the hang of how to get that razor sharp edge consistently, then learn this this simple but time proven method that works every time it's used. Mike will guide you through every step as your tool takes on an edge that will shave maple end-grain. Bring a chisel or plane iron or use one of ours and learn a lifetime skill. Handouts provided.

$85.00

All Levels

Pen Turning For Beginners

with Alex Birkett

Sunday, June 15, 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 Alex Birkett 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 Greenwood

Saturday, June 21, 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.

$85.00

Beginner

Basic Router Techniques

with Mike Cobb

Tuesday, July 8, 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 Makinig

with Conner Johson

Saturday, July 12, 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 6 open spots for the class.

$85.00

All Levels

Pen Turning For Beginners

with Alex Birkett

Sunday, 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 Greenwood

Saturday, 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 Siskey

Sunday, 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 Peterson

Saturday, 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.

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$80.00

All Levels

Build an Arts & Crafts Chair

with Bob Settich

Sunday, 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

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Intermediate Router Techniques

with Mike Cobb

Monday, 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

All Levels

Cabinet Making 101

with Conner Johson

Saturday, August 9, 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.

$85.00

All Levels

Pen Turning For Beginners

with Alex Birkett

Sunday, August 10, 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.

$90.00

All Levels

Learn to Turn a Thin Stemmed Goblet

with Chip Siskey

Sunday, 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.