Changing wood from straight lines to curved adds a whole new dimension to woodworking; in this five-day hands-on class, you will learn both the practical how-to and the design impact of bending wood. You will learn a variety of bending techniques, such as steam bending, laminate bending, hot pipe bending,Continue Reading
Handtools are precious tools of our trade, and having a place to get them organized and safe is important. Based on tool cabinets originating around the turn of the 20th century, this project build class is a great fit for woodworkers who believe that power and hand tools can liveContinue Reading
Greene & Greene Table with Darrell Peart This class teaches you about the Greene and Greene style and build a classic Rafter Tail Table. The table design is based on the rafter tails at the Gamble House in Pasadena, California, which reach beyond to support the roof. These tables relyContinue Reading
Shaper Origin: Beginner to Beyond This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to use and incorporate the Shaper Origin into your woodworking projects with a great instructor - Erik Curtis - in a comfortably paced class. You will make three projects of increasing difficulty levels–a small box, a wallContinue Reading
Modern Rocking Chair In this six-day course, you will learn the important concepts of building rockers and how to build quality furniture safely and efficiently. You will also learn how to use a wide variety of power tools, perform complicated joinery, and build a piece of furniture successfully. We willContinue Reading
Contemporary Console Desk In this class, students will learn how to build a modern style desk. This project is designed for beginner and novice students to help them gain confidence in tackling larger woodworking projects. The desk features elements of both case and table construction, making it a great learningContinue Reading
If you want to design and build your own furniture, you need both design techniques and practical planning skills. This class focuses on equipping you with both. Using sample design briefs and case studies as a starting point, you will learn how to evaluate and balance scale, form, and functionContinue Reading
Console Table In this 5 day class, you will learn to design and build this contemporary table. Clean-lined, it incorporates loads of visual design ideas as well as some uncommon joinery. This table makes a fantastic gift for memorable moments and can also allow the maker to incorporate the ‘story’Continue Reading
An easy introduction to using veneer and basic box making. The end result is a lovely chess board box that will make a great gift. Key Learning Points: How to mix veneer and solid wood Using a vacuum pump to press the veneer Creating pinned lap joints Shellac Finishing TaughtContinue Reading
This multi-discipline class will cover a wide array of techniques, all aimed at developing your skills in box making, veneering and hardware installation. You'll also find that your patterning, colour planning, and visual impact skills will also be given an opportunity to flex. As part of your growth in furnitureContinue Reading
CAPSTONE CLASS FOR CERTIFICATE STUDENTS In this class, you will use the skills you have acquired in your core classes and on your woodworking journey so far to build a furniture piece of your own design. Design to Fabrication is a prerequisite for this class. The following things covered inContinue Reading
RESIDENCY STUDIES This is an opportunity for a two week residency if you are interested in working on building a piece of furniture of your own design under the guidance of a senior-level instructor. This is not a traditional class; it will be up to you to determine what youContinue Reading
Handtools are precious tools of our trade, and having a place to get them organized and safe is important. Based on tool cabinets originating around the turn of the 20th century, this project build class is a great fit for woodworkers who believe that power and hand tools can liveContinue Reading
Floating Top Entry Table | Mike Pekovich Here's a versatile side table with some fun joinery challenges. Arched rails and a floating top give this petite table a little lift. In this 5-day class, we'll try our hand at bridle joints, through-mortise-and tenons and sliding dovetails. Then we'll hold everythingContinue Reading
Jigs are the key to making safe and accurate cuts at the tablesaw and router table. In this week-long class, we will design and build six different jigs and discuss the theory and use of each. While most know that having a variety of jigs available is important, many struggleContinue Reading
