Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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504 Ogden Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515

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Hours of Operations

Sunday

11AM - 4PM

Monday

9AM - 6PM

Tuesday

9AM - 6PM

Wednesday

9AM - 6PM

Thursday

9AM - 6PM

Friday

9AM - 6PM

Saturday

9AM - 5PM

Retail store pricing may vary from internet or catalog pricing.

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Woodworking Classes in Downers Grove

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$175.00

Intermediate/Advanced

Hand Cut Dovetails - Introduction to Hand Tool Skills

with Don Washow

Friday, December 5, 2025, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

In this class you will learn how to layout and hand cut, both through dovetails and mortise and tenons. Starting with the selection and design of joinery you will move quickly through layout process, and then learn to use traditional hand tools. You will learn how to use chisels and saws to pare, chop and cut to a line. At the end of the day you will have hand cut the through dovetail.

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$175.00

ALL

Furniture Design & Construction

with Don Washow

Friday, December 12, 2025, 9:30 AM - 5 PM

This highly informative class introduces you to selecting the project, design, sketching, architectural standards, shop drawings, full size drawings, models and templates. Don will also discuss wood selection, lay out, joinery, assembly and finishing. At the end of the day, you will have the basis for understanding the design and construction of fine furniture.

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$10.00

All Levels

Learn to Turn / Pens

with Mark Dreyer

Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9 AM - 2 PM

*WALK IN CLASS. STOP IN BETWEEN 9AM-2PM TO TURN A PEN. EACH PEN TAKES ABOUT 30-40 MINUTES. MAY BE A SHORT WAIT DEPENDING ON AMOUNT OF STUDENTS* No Experience Necessary! Ages 10-110! Bring the family! Use a lathe to turn and take home your very own Pen. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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What's Happening at Woodcraft of Downers Grove

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Choosing a Handsaw

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Making a cut with a handsaw seems easy – but there are some important factors to consider.  Let our in-store experts walk you through how to pick the right saw for your project.

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Chip Carving Demo

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Creating intricate designs in you carvings takes special skills. We’ll show you the basic techniques to get you started on your chip carving journey.

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Table Saw Tune Up Demo

Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1 PM - 2 PM

Keeping your table saw in top working order makes your project easier and safer.  Stop in as we show you how!

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Woodcraft of Downers Grove is Ready to Help You Make Wood Work!

Woodcraft of Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove 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.
Laguna - Supermax woodworking tools, accessories, and abrasives.