Woodcraft of Lexington

Bowl Turning 103: Burl and Epoxy Hybrid Vase

Part 1: Saturday, May 17, 1 PM - 4 PM

Part 2: Saturday, May 24, 10 AM - 5 PM

*This is an advanced turning class. Previous experience is required* Unlock the beauty of Australian burls and transform them into stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces of art in this hands-on woodworking class. In this class, you’ll learn the process of casting Australian burls in resin, preserving their intricate grain patterns and unique features. Once your castings are set, you'll move on to the exciting step of turning them into elegant, small vases using a lathe. By the end of the class, you’ll have a finished piece you can be proud of, and the confidence to continue exploring the world of resin casting and wood turning. Join us for a creative and rewarding woodworking experience! This class will be broken up into two sessions. May 17 - Casting the blank with Josh McDaniel May 24 - Turning the blank with Jody Greene

Epoxy River Serving Board

Part 1: Saturday, June 7, 1 PM - 5 PM

Part 2: Saturday, June 14, 1 PM - 3 PM

In this two-day class, students will learn a variety of skills while creating their own live edge epoxy board! It can be used as a charcuterie board, cheese board, or art for display! Make an eye-popping serving board with an epoxy poured center. Board will be approximately 15.7"x9.8"x1". Using molds, prepping wood, clamping and mixing for the pour are just a few things you will learn in this class. The second class will involve removing the mold, clean-up, sanding and finishing. Materials included in tuition.

Bowl Turning 101: Basic Bowl

Tuesday, June 10, 10 AM - 3 PM

Whether you're a beginner or someone wanting to brush up on your turning skills, this basic bowl turning class is for you! This class will cover shop safety and the proper use of a lathe by making a basic bowl from start to finish. To minimize drying times so that the student can finish their bowl in a reasonable amount of time, we will be using dried bowl blanks. We will also discuss various finishes to add some personalization to your bowl. Once finished, you will be able to enjoy your bowl for years to come. Note: This class utilizes Easy Wood Tools with carbide cutters. If you prefer classic High Speed Steel (HSS) tools, bring your own or inquire within when attending class.