Woodcraft of Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

Bandsaw Box

Sunday, August 16, 2026, 12 PM - 5 PM

Bandsaw boxes are delightful woodworking projects that can be both functional and artistic. You can get creative and let your imagination run wild when designing your bandsaw box. As you perfect the technique, a unique shape, any number of drawers and thickness are at your discretion. Remember, bandsaw boxes are addictive to make, and they're perfect for storing little trinkets or as unique gifts. Have fun creating your masterpiece!

Learn to Turn

Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

This beginner-friendly class is the ideal introduction to the art of woodturning. Whether you’re completely new to the craft or looking to refine your skills, you’ll learn essential tool techniques in a supportive, hands-on setting designed to build confidence and creativity. In the morning, students will turn a Bead & Cove Stick—a foundational exercise that teaches the key shapes used in most turning projects: the bead (convex curve), the cove (concave curve), and the flat (straight line). In the afternoon, you’ll apply those skills by creating a simple, satisfying project to take home. Mastering the Bead & Cove Stick builds the muscle memory and understanding you need to enjoy smoother, more successful turning. It's an essential first step that sets you up for more advanced projects with confidence. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when a new session becomes available.

Woodworking Fundamentals

Part 1: Saturday, August 29, 2026, 9 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Sunday, August 30, 2026, 12 PM - 4 PM

Curious about woodworking but not sure where to begin? Start here! This hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the tools, techniques, and fundamentals of the modern woodworking shop. You’ll gain practical experience using a wide range of common hand and power tools—including the table saw, jointer, planer, bandsaw, drum sander, drill press, and more—as you build and finish a project you'll be proud to take home. Along the way, we’ll cover essential topics like wood selection and preparation, basic joinery, gluing, and finishing techniques. You'll walk away with the skills and confidence to begin your woodworking journey—and knowledge that will last a lifetime. If the class is full or the date doesn’t work for you, give us a call to be added to our overflow list. We’ll notify you when the next session is scheduled.