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Phone:
520-742-9663
Fax:
520-877-3850
Email:
tucson-retail@woodcraft.com

6230 N. Oracle Rd. #100
Tucson,AZ 85704
USA

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Hours of Operation

sunday 11AM - 5PM
monday 9AM - 6PM
tuesday 9AM - 6PM
wednesday 9AM - 6PM
thursday 9AM - 6PM
friday 9AM - 6PM
saturday 9AM - 6PM

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Introduction To The Lathe--Spindle Turning with Chris Vemich
Beginner

Saturday, December 2, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: As a beginner or someone who needs a refresher course in woodturning, tool control concepts are extremely important. I will show you why those nasty "catches" happen and how to get good, clean cuts with your tools. Once you grasp these basics, it will be much easier to begin making pens, pepper grinders, bowls, boxes, hollow forms, and any other woodturning project. Instruction will include safety, lathe setup, theory of tool control, sharpening tips, and basic cuts that can be made on spindles. You will have practice creating traditional spindle features with five fundamental turning tools, and each student will work on a project to take home.
Tuition: $125.00

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Introduction To Woodburning with Lynne East-Itkin
All

Sunday, December 3, 1 PM - 4 PM

Class Size: 4
Description: In this class you will learn the basics of woodburning. The various tools and techniques needed will be discussed, as well as any safety concerns. Either bring your own woodburning tool if you'd like, or one will be provided for you to use.
Tuition: $70.00

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, December 5, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Wood Finishing Techniques with Bob Levey
All

Thursday, December 7, 3 PM - 6 PM

Class Size: 8
Description: Our finishing instructor, Bob Levey, is recognized nationally for his expertise in decorative painting and finishing. His client list reads like a Who's Who of celebrity elites. We are fortunate to have Bob here to share his wealth of knowledge with you. Information covered will include preparation, choice of wood, different options for coloring wood and different types of finishes. Intermediate techniques include color mixing and matching, methods to change the sheen, and options for surface distressing.
Tuition: $60.00

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Wine Box Class with Joseph Caputo
All

Saturday, December 9, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: Build the wine box for gifting and get some woodworking practice, too. The wine box is made using miter joints with decorative splines and grooves for the box assembly and the bottom and sliding lid. You will measure and rip cut, cross cut, hand plane and sand, cut miters and grooves. The table saw, router and some hand tools will be used. A light sanding and finishing at home is all that is needed - except to add that special bottle of vino. Some added embellishments will be discussed if time permits.
Tuition: $95.00

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Turn An Ornament Using A Kit with Sharon Irene
Beginner

Sunday, December 10, 12 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: Some Lathe Experience Required.
Tools Required: Dust Mask And Eye Protection
Class Size: 3
Description: Come learn to make some simple, yet elegant wooden Christmas ornaments on the lathe using an ornament kit. You will find that this is a fantastic way to use those small pieces of beautiful wood you have been saving. You will be proud to give the ornament you create as a gift or to keep it as treasured family heirlooms!
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: $60 Class Fee / $15 Materials Fee

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Beginning And Intermediate Intarsia with Dan Eklund

Wednesday, December 13, 9 AM - 4 PM

Prerequisite: Scroll Saw Proficiency.
Tools Required: Eye & Ear Protection & Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: Dan has been woodworking for more than 35 years. He studied intarsia, a decorative, semi-3D wood mosaic technique, with Judy Gale Roberts and Jerry Booher. Dan will teach their methodology for the student to complete a beginning or intermediate project. Materials will be provided.
Tuition: $125.00

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Turn a "Christmas Tree" Ornament with Blake Moore
All

Saturday, December 16, 9 AM - 12 PM

Prerequisite: Some Lathe Experience
Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: In this class we will teach you how to turn a "Christmas Tree" ornament on the lathe. You will learn how to chuck and turn a special gift. Learn tricks to getting a perfect finish. Ornaments make great gifts, are fun to turn and don't require big pieces of exotic wood.
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: $60 class fee / $15 material fee

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Introduction to Using the Router with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, December 16, 1 PM - 3 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: If you have a router and want to start using it or are thinking of getting one, this class is for you. We will cover these topics: Why use a router, types of routers, similarities and differences, components, bits, safe operation, router limits, bit speed, size of cut and some router accessories.You will have time to practice installing bits for edge profiling, dado cuts, rabbet cuts and flush cuts.
Tuition: $75.00

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Router Table with Joseph Caputo
Beginner/Intermediate

Saturday, December 16, 3 PM - 5 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: A router table enables you to find more and safer ways to use your router including mortise joints, jointing edges, trim work, end grain cuts, veneer joints and cope & stick.Set up and safe router use will be discussed and practiced.
Tuition: $75.00

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Turn A Lidded Box with Blake Moore
Beginner/Intermediate

Sunday, December 17, 12 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: Some Lathe Experience
Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: In this class we will teach you how to turn and hollow a suction-fit lidded box on the lathe. You will learn how to chuck and re-chuck the box and lid on the lathe using jam chucks to remove the tenons used during the process. Learn tricks to getting a perfect suction-fit lid. Lidded boxes make great gifts, are fun to turn and don’t require big pieces of exotic wood.
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: $60 class fee/$15 material fee

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Introduction To The Table Saw with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, December 30, 10 AM - 12 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 3
Description: If you have never used or have little experience with power tools and want to learn, then this class is for you. The Introduction to the Table Saw class will cover safety, tool components, setup and checks, basic cuts including crosscuts, rip cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts and special setups for specific cuts. Some hands-on time will be available for you to practice. Build your confidence using this work horse of the wood shop. We will be using the SawStop table saw as our tool of choice.
Tuition: $60.00

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Band Saw Basics with Joseph Caputo
All

Saturday, December 30, 1 PM - 3 PM

Prerequisite: None.
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection And A Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: A band saw is one of the most versatile tools in a woodworkers shop, but only if it is tuned up correctly. This class will teach you how to do that tune up properly, and how to maintain your band saw for years of reliable service. We will discuss which blade is best for any given situation, and how to use your band saw safely and efficiently when completing various cuts like resawing, cutting curves and compound curves, and when using various jigs.
Tuition: $40.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included. Bring Scrap Wood Or Buy At Woodcraft.

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, January 2, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Lathe Tool Sharpening with Chris Vemich
Beginner

Thursday, January 4, 4 PM - 7 PM

Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 6
Description: Dull tools prevent you from doing your best work and are dangerous. Let us show you a quick and easy way to sharpen your turning tools using a slow speed grinder and the Wolverine Jig. We'll help you with the steps to setting up the jig and how to get the most out of the jig so you'll be back to your turning project in no time. Just bring your own safety glasses and lathe tools and we will teach you what you need to know to have sharp lathe tools that are a joy to work with.
Tuition: $50.00

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Introduction To The Lathe--Spindle Turning with Chris Vemich
Beginner

Saturday, January 6, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: As a beginner or someone who needs a refresher course in woodturning, tool control concepts are extremely important. I will show you why those nasty "catches" happen and how to get good, clean cuts with your tools. Once you grasp these basics, it will be much easier to begin making pens, pepper grinders, bowls, boxes, hollow forms, and any other woodturning project. Instruction will include safety, lathe setup, theory of tool control, sharpening tips, and basic cuts that can be made on spindles. You will have practice creating traditional spindle features with five fundamental turning tools, and each student will work on a project to take home.
Tuition: $125.00

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Introduction To Gourd Finishing with Lynne East-Itkin
Beginner

Sunday, January 7, 1 PM - 5 PM

Tools Required: Safety Glasses And Dust Masks
Class Size: 4
Description: Learn from our expert instructor how to work with gourds from start to finish to create a beautiful work of art. Lynne will show you a variety of interesting techniques.
Tuition: $80.00
Tuition Notes: $70 Class Fee / $10 Materials Fee

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, January 9, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Beginning And Intermediate Intarsia with Dan Eklund

Wednesday, January 10, 9 AM - 4 PM

Prerequisite: Scroll Saw Proficiency.
Tools Required: Eye & Ear Protection & Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: Dan has been woodworking for more than 35 years. He studied intarsia, a decorative, semi-3D wood mosaic technique, with Judy Gale Roberts and Jerry Booher. Dan will teach their methodology for the student to complete a beginning or intermediate project. Materials will be provided.
Tuition: $125.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Wood Finishing Techniques Beginning to Advanced with Bob Levey
All

Thursday, January 11, 3 PM - 6 PM

Class Size: 8
Description: Our finishing instructor, Bob Levey, is recognized nationally for his expertise in decorative painting and finishing. His client list reads like a Who's Who of celebrity elites. We are fortunate to have Bob here to share his wealth of knowledge with you. Information covered will include preparation, choice of wood, different options for coloring wood and different types of finishes. Intermediate techniques include color mixing and matching, methods to change the sheen, and options for surface distressing.
Tuition: $60.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Introduction To The Table Saw with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, January 13, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 3
Description: If you have never used or have little experience with power tools and want to learn, then this class is for you. The Introduction to the Table Saw class will cover safety, tool components, setup and checks, basic cuts including crosscuts, rip cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts and special setups for specific cuts. Some hands-on time will be available for you to practice. Build your confidence using this work horse of the wood shop. We will be using the SawStop table saw as our tool of choice.
Tuition: $60.00

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Scroll Saw Compound-Cut Animals with Sharon Irene
All

Sunday, January 14, 12 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: Beginning Scroll Saw Class or Scroll Saw Experience Recommended
Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: Learn how to make elegant or fun three-dimensional animals using a scroll saw. You may want to decorate your newly created animals once you get home. A great gift idea for family or friends.
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: ($65 Class Fee / $10 Materials Fee)

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, January 16, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Hand Planes with Joseph Caputo
All

Saturday, January 20, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tools Required: Dust Mask & Safety Glasses
Class Size: 3
Description: Hand tool woodworking is the ultimate in relaxation. No screaming power tools to distract you—just the pleasure of using fine tools to create your masterpiece. A properly tuned hand plane is a key player in that list of tools, but setting one up is a mystery to the uninitiated. In this class we will go over some of the history of hand planes and discuss the various types and their uses. Tips for selection and maintenance are also discussed. From there, you will do a deep dive into the anatomy of a hand plane and learn what each part does and why. A sharp blade is critical to a well performing hand plane and you will be instructed on how to achieve a razor sharp edge that will sing as it slices wispy shavings from the workpiece.Bring your own plane or use one of ours.
Tuition: $50.00

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Learn Basic Woodcarving - Dala Horse with Susan Emery
All

Saturday, January 20, 1 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Tools Will Be Provided For First Class.
Class Size: 4
Description: Begin your woodcarving journey by whittling a Dala horse, a traditional Swedish symbol of strength, courage and luck. All materials are provided including a high carbon steel whittling knife with sharpening strop to keep and use for all your future projects. Safety and basic carving techniques will be taught in this hands on class. We will teach the basic skills needed to accomplish your own fun and rewarding projects. All levels of carving ability are welcome, ages 14+.
Tuition: $96.00
Tuition Notes: ($60 Class Fee/ $36 Materials Fee)

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Band Saw Basics with Joseph Caputo
All

Sunday, January 21, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Prerequisite: None.
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection And A Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: A band saw is one of the most versatile tools in a woodworkers shop, but only if it is tuned up correctly. This class will teach you how to do that tune up properly, and how to maintain your band saw for years of reliable service. We will discuss which blade is best for any given situation, and how to use your band saw safely and efficiently when completing various cuts like resawing, cutting curves and compound curves, and when using various jigs.
Tuition: $40.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included. Bring Scrap Wood Or Buy At Woodcraft.

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, January 23, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Introduction to Using the Router with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, January 27, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: If you have a router and want to start using it or are thinking of getting one, this class is for you. We will cover these topics: Why use a router, types of routers, similarities and differences, components, bits, safe operation, router limits, bit speed, size of cut and some router accessories.You will have time to practice installing bits for edge profiling, dado cuts, rabbet cuts and flush cuts.
Tuition: $75.00

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Router Table with Joseph Caputo
Beginner/Intermediate

Saturday, January 27, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: A router table enables you to find more and safer ways to use your router including mortise joints, jointing edges, trim work, end grain cuts, veneer joints and cope & stick.Set up and safe router use will be discussed and practiced.
Tuition: $75.00

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Make Your Own Custom Wood Pen Blank with Chris Dabney
All

Sunday, January 28, 11 AM - 1 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask And Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: If you're into making pens and want to take them to the next level, take this class and learn how to make custom, unique, one of a kind pen blanks. We'll help you make your own segmented wood pen blank. Once you've learned the techniques there's no telling what your creativity can achieve.
Tuition: $65.00
Tuition Notes: $55.00 Class Fee/$10.00 Material Fee

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Wood Or Acrylic Pen Turning with Chris Dabney

Sunday, January 28, 2 PM - 5 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask & Safety Glasses
Class Size: 4
Description: This pen turning class is designed for either beginners (turning wooden pens), or more experienced turners (turning acrylic pens) with the help of our expert pen turning instructor. We'll choose the pen kit (Wall Street 2), and you choose the blank (wood or acrylic). Either way, you have a nice pen to take home with you.
Tuition: $60.00
Tuition Notes: $60 For Wood Pen / $70 For Acrylic

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, January 30, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Introduction To The Lathe--Spindle Turning with Chris Vemich
Beginner

Saturday, February 3, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: As a beginner or someone who needs a refresher course in woodturning, tool control concepts are extremely important. I will show you why those nasty "catches" happen and how to get good, clean cuts with your tools. Once you grasp these basics, it will be much easier to begin making pens, pepper grinders, bowls, boxes, hollow forms, and any other woodturning project. Instruction will include safety, lathe setup, theory of tool control, sharpening tips, and basic cuts that can be made on spindles. You will have practice creating traditional spindle features with five fundamental turning tools, and each student will work on a project to take home.
Tuition: $125.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Scroll Saw SWEET Heart Box with Sharon Irene
All

Sunday, February 4, 12 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: Scroll Saw Experience Recommended, But Not Required.
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection And A Dust Mask
Class Size: 4
Description: Learn how to make a sweet little heart box on the scroll saw. You can personalize the heart shape and decorate it "to your hearts desire". When you're done you can take this beauty home or give it to a loved one!
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: $60 Class Fee/$15 Materials Fee

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Furniture Repair - Every Tuesday or by appointment with Doug Wilson
All

Tuesday, February 6, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Eye Protection, Dust Mask And Hearing Protection.
Class Size: 1
Description: Bring one piece of furniture and your repair supplies. Supplies can be purchased at Woodcraft at a 10% discount the day of the class.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included.

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Band Saw Basics with Joseph Caputo
All

Wednesday, February 7, 10 AM - 12 PM

Prerequisite: None.
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection And A Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: A band saw is one of the most versatile tools in a woodworkers shop, but only if it is tuned up correctly. This class will teach you how to do that tune up properly, and how to maintain your band saw for years of reliable service. We will discuss which blade is best for any given situation, and how to use your band saw safely and efficiently when completing various cuts like resawing, cutting curves and compound curves, and when using various jigs.
Tuition: $40.00
Tuition Notes: Materials Not Included. Bring Scrap Wood Or Buy At Woodcraft.

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Wood Finishing Techniques Beginning to Advanced with Bob Levey
All

Thursday, February 8, 3 PM - 6 PM

Class Size: 8
Description: Our finishing instructor, Bob Levey, is recognized nationally for his expertise in decorative painting and finishing. His client list reads like a Who's Who of celebrity elites. We are fortunate to have Bob here to share his wealth of knowledge with you. Information covered will include preparation, choice of wood, different options for coloring wood and different types of finishes. Intermediate techniques include color mixing and matching, methods to change the sheen, and options for surface distressing.
Tuition: $60.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Bowl Turning Basics with Chris Vemich

Saturday, February 10, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Prerequisite: Introduction To The Lathe with 40 hours actual experience or experienced spindle turner
Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: This basic bowl class focuses on the craft of making a wooden bowl for everyday practical use. Instruction will include the basics of wood selection, mounting the wood to the lathe, design elements, and the use of bowl gouges and scrapers to turn and shape the bowl. Sanding and finishing techniques will also be discussed.
Tuition: $125.00

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Introduction To Woodburning with Lynne East-Itkin
All

Sunday, February 11, 1 PM - 4 PM

Class Size: 4
Description: In this class you will learn the basics of woodburning. The various tools and techniques needed will be discussed, as well as any safety concerns. Either bring your own woodburning tool if you'd like, or one will be provided for you to use.
Tuition: $70.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Beginning And Intermediate Intarsia with Dan Eklund

Wednesday, February 14, 9 AM - 4 PM

Prerequisite: Scroll Saw Proficiency.
Tools Required: Eye & Ear Protection & Dust Mask
Class Size: 2
Description: Dan has been woodworking for more than 35 years. He studied intarsia, a decorative, semi-3D wood mosaic technique, with Judy Gale Roberts and Jerry Booher. Dan will teach their methodology for the student to complete a beginning or intermediate project. Materials will be provided.
Tuition: $125.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Introduction To The Table Saw with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, February 17, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 3
Description: If you have never used or have little experience with power tools and want to learn, then this class is for you. The Introduction to the Table Saw class will cover safety, tool components, setup and checks, basic cuts including crosscuts, rip cuts, miter cuts, bevel cuts and special setups for specific cuts. Some hands-on time will be available for you to practice. Build your confidence using this work horse of the wood shop. We will be using the SawStop table saw as our tool of choice.
Tuition: $60.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Learn Basic Woodcarving - Comfort Bird with Susan Emery
All

Saturday, February 17, 1 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Tools Will Be Provided For First Class.
Class Size: 4
Description: Begin or continue your woodcarving journey by whittling a Comfort Bird, a sweet, smooth carving you can hold in your hand. All materials are provided including a high carbon steel carving knife with sharpening strop to keep and use for all your future projects. Safety and basic carving techniques will be taught in this hands on class. We will teach the basic skills needed to accomplish your own fun and rewarding projects. All levels of carving ability are welcome, ages 14+.
Tuition: $96.00
Tuition Notes: ($60 Class Fee/$36 Materials Fee)

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Turn A Lidded Box with Blake Moore
Beginner/Intermediate

Sunday, February 18, 12 PM - 5 PM

Prerequisite: Some Lathe Experience
Tools Required: Bring Your Own Dust Mask And Eye Protection If You Have Them.
Class Size: 4
Description: In this class we will teach you how to turn and hollow a suction-fit lidded box on the lathe. You will learn how to chuck and re-chuck the box and lid on the lathe using jam chucks to remove the tenons used during the process. Learn tricks to getting a perfect suction-fit lid. Lidded boxes make great gifts, are fun to turn and don’t require big pieces of exotic wood.
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: $60 class fee/$15 material fee

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Hand Planes with Joseph Caputo
All

Wednesday, February 21, 10 AM - 12 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask & Safety Glasses
Class Size: 3
Description: Hand tool woodworking is the ultimate in relaxation. No screaming power tools to distract you—just the pleasure of using fine tools to create your masterpiece. A properly tuned hand plane is a key player in that list of tools, but setting one up is a mystery to the uninitiated. In this class we will go over some of the history of hand planes and discuss the various types and their uses. Tips for selection and maintenance are also discussed. From there, you will do a deep dive into the anatomy of a hand plane and learn what each part does and why. A sharp blade is critical to a well performing hand plane and you will be instructed on how to achieve a razor sharp edge that will sing as it slices wispy shavings from the workpiece.Bring your own plane or use one of ours.
Tuition: $50.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Introduction to Using the Router with Joseph Caputo
Beginner

Saturday, February 24, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: If you have a router and want to start using it or are thinking of getting one, this class is for you. We will cover these topics: Why use a router, types of routers, similarities and differences, components, bits, safe operation, router limits, bit speed, size of cut and some router accessories.You will have time to practice installing bits for edge profiling, dado cuts, rabbet cuts and flush cuts.
Tuition: $75.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Router Table with Joseph Caputo
Beginner/Intermediate

Saturday, February 24, 2 PM - 4 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask, Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2
Description: A router table enables you to find more and safer ways to use your router including mortise joints, jointing edges, trim work, end grain cuts, veneer joints and cope & stick.Set up and safe router use will be discussed and practiced.
Tuition: $75.00

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Make Your Own Custom Wood Pen Blank with Blake Moore
All

Sunday, February 25, 11 AM - 1 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask And Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: If you're into making pens and want to take them to the next level, take this class and learn how to make custom, unique, one of a kind pen blanks. We'll help you make your own segmented wood pen blank. Once you've learned the techniques there's no telling what your creativity can achieve.
Tuition: $65.00
Tuition Notes: $55.00 Class Fee/$10.00 Material Fee

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

Wood Or Acrylic Pen Turning with Blake Moore

Sunday, February 25, 2 PM - 5 PM

Tools Required: Dust Mask & Safety Glasses
Class Size: 4
Description: This pen turning class is designed for either beginners (turning wooden pens), or more experienced turners (turning acrylic pens) with the help of our expert pen turning instructor. We'll choose the pen kit (Wall Street 2), and you choose the blank (wood or acrylic). Either way, you have a nice pen to take home with you.
Tuition: $60.00
Tuition Notes: $60 For Wood Pen / $70 For Acrylic

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The Art of Bandsaw Boxes with
All

Tuesday, April 2, 1 PM - 2 PM

Description: In this interactive seminar, Alex Snodgrass will show just how easy it is to make beautiful bandsaw boxes. He’ll cover everything that you need to know while he demonstrates how to make a variety of different bandsaw box styles. You’ll see how to design and create unique wooden boxes using just a bandsaw. Alex will cover several types of boxes and demonstrate techniques such as curves, unusual shapes and how to setup your bandsaw for success! Now’s your chance to learn Alex’s secrets for making these fantastic little boxes. Sign up today – space is limited.
Tuition: $0.00

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Make a 3D Stair Step Cutting Board: with Alex Snodgrass
Intermediate/Advanced

Wednesday, April 3, 9 AM - 5 PM

Tools Required: All Supplies are provided by the Store at an additional Cost of $100:JET BandsawGlue4x3 Paint RollersWood
Class Size: 10
Description: This is a great opportunity to create your own stunning 3D Stair Step 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 3D Stair Step Cutting Board that will really impress your family and friends. During the class, Alex will answer all of your questions about bandsaws, while covering basic topics such as bandsaw mechanics, tuning a bandsaw, and making perfect straight or angled cuts. Alex will also cover topics including glue-up techniques, how to plane and will debunk some common bandsaw myths.By the end of the class, each student will have a fantastic 3D Stair Step 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 Stair Step Cutting Board and a smile on their face. Register today – only 10 seats available!
Tuition: $400.00
Tuition Notes: $125 additional for supplies

Call 520-742-9663 To Sign Up

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