Hours of Operations

Sunday

12PM - 5PM

Monday

9AM - 7PM

Tuesday

9AM - 7PM

Wednesday

9AM - 7PM

Thursday

9AM - 7PM

Friday

9AM - 7PM

Saturday

Closed

* Closed for July 4th

Retail store pricing may vary from internet or catalog pricing.

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Woodworking Classes in Virginia Beach / Norfolk

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$95.00

All Levels

Basic Box Building

with Bret Lancaster

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 6 PM - 9 PM

Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.

$95.00

Beginner/Intermediate

Knife Handle Making

with Jerry Hedrick

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6 PM - 9 PM

From preparing a meal to camping, a good quality knife is indispensable! Sharpen your woodworking skills while you learn the basics of knife kit construction. Designed for any skill level, you’ll learn shaping and installing handles (scales), pins or rivets, sanding, and finishing to create a knife you’d be proud to use - or gift to someone special! Gain skills for safely using a drill press, bandsaw, oscillating/belt sander, clamps, epoxy, and wood finish. All materials and knife parts are included in this fun 3-hour class led by an experienced, expert instructor. Each participant should be able to take home a one-of-a-kind knife at the end of this workshop. Minimum age 14 with parent or guardian present during the class. Please bring your own safety glasses and dust mask.

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$300.00

All Levels

Woodworking Fundamentals

with Bret Lancaster

Part 1: Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Part 2: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM

Let Bret take you one step further with your favorite hobby. During this class you will add to your basic skills by constructing a beautiful Shaker style plant stand. Solid wood table top and tapered legs will be incorporated into this project, teaching you skills needed for furniture making.

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What's Happening at Woodcraft of Virginia Beach / Norfolk

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Stay Sharp

Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Learn the fundamentals of sharpening hand tools for cleaner cuts, safer use, and better overall performance.

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Dust Collection Basics: Machinery and Accessories

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Learn the essentials of dust collection machinery and key accessories, including Magfitt magnetic fittings, to improve shop safety, airflow, and cleanup efficiency.

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Getting the Most out of Your Drill Press

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Learn key setup tips, accessories, and techniques that improve accuracy, safety, and versatility at the drill press.

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Woodcraft of Virginia Beach / Norfolk is Ready to Help You Make Wood Work!

Woodcraft of Virginia Beach / Norfolk is the area’s premiere destination for the best woodworking tools, wood, supplies and advice. Whether you consider yourself a novice woodworker or an expert craftsman, Woodcraft has the brands that sawdust makers prefer! Shop top power tool brands like JET, Powermatic, Festool, Laguna, Rikon and more. Plus find the best selection of hand tools from WoodRiver, pfeil, Flexcut, Veritas and other favorites. Stop by for our free monthly woodworking demos or take part in a woodworking seminar. At Woodcraft of Virginia Beach / Norfolk we enjoy Helping You Make Wood Work®

We Sell the Best Brands in Woodworking

The best woodworking has to offer from brands like Festool, JET, RIKON and more!

Festool Woodworking Tools. Woodcraft is the largest Festool retailer in the US.
SawStop Table Saws - the standard in table saw safety.
Jet Tools
Powermatic
Rikon
Laguna - Supermax woodworking tools, accessories, and abrasives.