Introduction to Case Making 

A beginner’s casework class

A foundation woodworking class that will teach you how to design and build case pieces. This course is perfect for beginners with some power tool experience or intermediates who want to hone their skills. We have everything you need at the workshop–along with really knowledgeable, patient instructors who will ensure you learn safely.

Casework and cabinetry have many similarities and differences; case pieces include buffets, desks, chests of drawers, and cabinets refer to kitchen and bathroom built-ins, but this class focuses on casework. 

In this class, you will create prototype case pieces to practice what you learned during the week. When you get home, you’ll be able to take it apart to use it as a reference for future projects.

We will cover the following:

• Understanding the different types of case piece construction
• Designing and planning your case piece
• Selection and processing material –  plywood and solid wood
• Case construction and joinery choices
• Making & fitting doors
• Selecting and installing hinges
• Selecting knobs and pulls from an esthetic and functional perspective

If you have prior experience, this class will help you refresh and refine your case-making skills, but this is primarily for beginners who have taken the Beginning Woodwork and Box Making classes and for those who have used a table saw, bandsaw and router before.

Once you have taken this class, you will have the skills and knowledge to take classes like Meredith Hart’s North End Wall Cabinet. and Mike Pekovich’s Tansu Wall Cabinet.