Course Descriptions
Jigs and Fixtures Class
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 12 hours
Class Size - 8 students
2 Instructors
Tuition - $180
In our Woodworking World Jigs and Fixtures are often mistaken for the same thing. By definition, a jigs guide the tool into the wood and fixture guides the wood into the tool. The purpose of this class is four-fold. First to make a woodworking process safer by using either a jig or fixture. Secondly, to speed up a process, thirdly, to increase accuracy and finally to make a process easily repeatable.
In this Class we are making 3 specific jigs. One is used with a Plunge Router to make great mortise and tenon joints. The other two are used with the table saw. The first of these is a cross-cut sled which allows cutting small pieces very safely, and the second is a taper jig that allows you to make perfect tapered legs for tables and chairs every time.
Bent Wood Box / Tine' Box
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 12 hours
Class Size - 8 students
2 Instructors
Tuition - $180
Bent wood boxes have a long and colorful history. Many Scandinavian cultures have made their own unique versions of them. In Norway, examples of these boxes have been unearthed in the remains of Viking ships dating from 840 AD. No nails, screws or glue are used in their construction.
The boxes were used for lunch boxes, storing cheese, dried meat, household items and much more.
Once you have learned the basics, you will be able to continue design boxes of your own.
BAND SAW - BSAW101
Band Saw Workshop I
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $35
The Band saw work shop is designed to make the participant use his/her band saw more safely and proficiently. We will discuss blade sizes and tensioning. We will also cut small and large circles; and how to use the band saw to resaw.
Band Saw Boxes
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 4 students
Tuition - $90
Materials Needed - All materials will be supplied
Band saw boxes are unique in that they are made entirely from one board and the only tool required is a band saw. You will leave this class with a treasure of your own making. With the skills you learn from this class this is almost no limit to the variety of keepsake or jewelry boxes you can make as gifts.
INTARSIA (also see scroll saw)
Intarsia I - INTR101
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 9 hours
Class Size - min 3 students, max 6
Tuition - $135
Intarsia is a fun craft/ art form, that turns wood pieces into three dimensional pictures. It is sometimes referred to as painting with wood. Different colors, shades and textures of wood are cut, sanded and assembled into amazing works of art. This class will cover the basic skills required to get you started in the right direction with Intarsia. You should have some experience using the scroll saw before taking this class. If you do not have this experience we recommend taking the SS101 class on Scroll Saw Basics. You will complete at least one project during this class. There is No additional charge for materials or supplies.
Intarsia II - INTR201
Skill Level - Intermediate
Class Time - 12 hours
Class Size - min 3 students, max 6
Tuition - $180
It is strongly recommend that you have completed 7 to 10 intarsia projects before enrolling in this class. The class will move quickly through the preliminaries of wood selection and layout. We will work on improving your scroll saw skills and spend a great deal of time on improving your shaping skills, and adding textures and shadows to you project.
Joinery:
Accurate Joinery I - JOIN-1
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - min 3 students, max 6
Tuition - $90
Using hand tools, this class will focus on the skills, applications, and techniques used to make basic cabinetry joinery. Using basic hand tools, back saw, dovetail saw, Japanese hand saw, hand planes, and chisel to construct dado, rabbet, box, and hand cut dovetails joints. This class is for the craftsman how appreciates the skills and craftsmanship of our forefathers.
Accurate Joinery II - JOIN-2
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - min 3 students, max 6
Tuition - $90
Using power tools, this class will focus on the skills, applications, and techniques used to make basic cabinetry joinery. We will use the table saw, band saw, drill press and router to construct dado, rabbet, box, miter, splined, dowel, and pocket joints. The students will use different types of jigs and fixtures to make more precise and repeatable joinery that you will use on your next project and in the years to come.
Accurate Joinery III - JOIN-3
Skill Level - Intermediate/Advanced
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - min 3 students, max 6
Tuition - $90 plus materials
Using power tools, this class will focus on the skills, applications, and techniques used to make dovetail cabinetry joinery. We will also discover joinery such as: splined miters, wedged mortise and tenon. Using the router, table saw, porter-cable dovetail jig, and the leigh dovetail jig The students will use different types of jigs and fixtures to make more precise and repeatable joinery that you will use on your next project and in the years to come.
Router Classes:
Router Workshop I - ROTR101
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $45
Router Workshop - 101 introduces the basic router operation and safety techniques. The router is one of the most useful tools in the shop, but it is also one of the most intimidating. This class is designed to eliminate some of those fears by developing safe woodworking techniques. See how the router can be used for making Dado Joints, Rabbet joints, Mortise and Tenon as well as decorative edge cuts. Both hand-held and table- mounted routering techniques will be demonstrated and practiced. We will also address dust collection and fixtures.
Router Workshop II - ROTR102
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $45
Router Workshop - 102 continues with the basics of 101 by further developing your skills on using the router table. Table- mounted routering techniques will be demonstrated and practiced. Making and using templates will be demonstrated, as well as making face frames and panel construction.
Router Workshop III - ROTR103
Skill Level - Intermediate/Advanced
Class Time - 12 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $180
Router Workshop - 103 This class will focus on constructing a table for your router to take home. It is highly functional and built to eliminate the dust and mess in your workshop.
Scroll Saw: (also see intarsia)
Scroll Saw Basics I - SSAW101
Skill Level - Beginner
Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $45
Introduction to basic Scroll Saw techniques; Includes instruction on blade selection, tension setting, and performing inside and outside cuts. Learn about different types of scroll saws, different types of blades and cutting different types of woods. Practice exercises will be assigned & demonstrated. Safety is always a major concern and adhered too. Plans are available. Each student will have access to a scroll saw. All materials and supplies are furnished.
Table Saw:
Table Saw Workshop I - TSAW101
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $35
Table Saw 101 introduces you to basic table saw operation and safety. The class will review the types of table saws, table saw anatomy, and how to maintain and tune your saw. Proper cross- cutting and ripping techniques will be demonstrated. Also covered will be the use of several home made jigs that will enhance your woodworking skills.
Tool Maintenance:
Sharpening Chisels & Plane Irons I - SHRP101
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 3 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $25
Tools Required - Bring a Dull Chisel or Plane Iron, and any
sharpening stones or honing guides
that you may have.
This class will show you how to put the perfect edge on your cutting tools. We will be using sharpening machines, sharpening stones and sandpaper techniques to bring your old tool back to life. This is a hands-on class, so bring one of your dull tools and leave with a sharp reconditioned tool ready to make shavings.
Woodturning Classes:
Pen Turning I - WTRN101
Skill Level - Beginner
Class time - 3 hours
Class size - 5 students
Tuition - $55 Fee includes wood & mechanism
to make 2 pens, 2 pencils, or one of each
Students will learn the basic wood lathe techniques that apply to pen turning. Each student will have a lathe, necessary tools, and a pen or pencil kit available to complete the project. Emphasis will be on pen turning techniques and styles. Specific exercises will be assigned to develop your skills. This is a Hands-on class. Instructions are given on how to properly hold the cutting tools and practicing both scraping and shearing techniques. You will learn how to use the cutting tool in such a manner that will greatly reduce your sanding time. Bring Safety Glasses, face shield & dust mask if you would like to use your own; otherwise, they are furnished. Participants go home with a finished project.
Basic Wood Turning II - WTRN102
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $90
Students will learn the basic techniques of spindle turning including cutting coves, beads and other spindle forms. Specific exercises will be assigned to develop your skills. This is a Hands-on class. Instructions are given on how to properly hold the cutting tools and practicing both scraping and shearing techniques. You will learn how to use the cutting tool in such a manner that will greatly reduce your sanding time. The lathe, tools, and material will be furnished. Bring Safety Glasses, face shield & dust mask if you would like to use your own; otherwise, they are furnished. Participants go home with a finished project.
Turning a Bowl III - WTRN103
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - 5 students
Tuition - $90
Learn the joy of turning a bowl of your own creation. You will learn how to cut on mount your wood stock to the lathe. Different options will be discussed, but emphasis will be placed on face plate. Both side grain and end grain turning will be discussed and demonstrated. Safety is taught as a priority. Safety glasses and shields will be provided if you do not have your own. Students will complete one or two small project as time permits. All tools and materials will be furnished.
Project Based Classes
Magazine Rack - MR101
Skill Level - Beginner
Class Time - 12 -17 hours
Class size - 6 students
Tuition - $175
This project is loaded with Skill building techniques. It is simple yet elegant. Using hardwoods of your choice there are 46 dowel joints used in the construction of this project. It truly becomes a masterpiece in its own right. There is no question that you could by a ready built magazine rack for less money, but not one of finer quality.
Mission Rocker
Skill Level - Intermediate/Advanced
Class Time - 30 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $450
This Chair features all the characteristics of Mission furniture. When completed, This chair will truly become a keepsake and heirloom. The majority of joinery includes pinned mortise & tenon joints. Doweling will also be used in strategic places. The Rockers are made from laminated strips of in Oak. Students will leave with a completed chair except for applying finishes and seat upholstery. The projects requires approx. 21 bd. Ft. of material. (Generally Oak)
Boxes, Boxes, and more Boxes
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $90
It seems that boxes are the basic building blocks of woodworking. Here is the perfect opportunity to build a small box such as a Keepsake box, Jewelry box, etc.; while at the same time learn some simple techniques of joinery.
Shop Workbench
Skill Level - Intermediate/Advanced
Class Time - 30 hours
Class size - 6 students
Tuition - $450 plus materials
Many have commented on the simplicity and sturdiness of the bench in our woodworking school. Now you too can enjoy using the workbench in your own shop. The key features of this particular bench are the massive top, sturdy fir legs, mortise & tenon construction, and knock-down assembly. Participants will cut all the joints in the base, assemble it and glue on hard maple edging to the top. The top will be fabricated outside of class by the school of woodworking.
Glass Door Bookcase
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 24 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $360 plus materials
This Arts & Crafts Bookcase is simple, yet elegant. It will blend into just about any room and can be constructed of wood of your choice. The overall size is 30 inches wide, 48 inches high, and 13 inches deep. Of course the basic size can be changed to meet your particular needs. This is a great project in that it gives good exposure to a variety of tools. Included in the tools list is the Table Saw, Jointer, Planer, Router, Biscuit joiner and the Band saw or Scroll Saw.
Making Raised Panel Doors
Skill Level - Intermediate
Class Time - 6 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $90 plus materials
The raised panel door is used extensively in cabinet construction. Students will use Routers, router table, and the table saw to make different types of Raised panel doors. We will be using "cope & stick" router bits to make the stiles and rails. We will also use both horizontal and vertical raised panel bits to form the panels. Each student will make a door they can use as a model in their own workshop.
Outdoor Projects:
Garden Bench - OUTP102
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 18 - 20 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $270
Garden benches come in many varieties, from rustic and casual to refined and formal. Benches that are utilitarian could be made from rustic cedar or fir with exposed screws or nails. They could be painted, stain or left natural. Other benches could be design to be fine furniture with a great deal of joinery with no exposed fasteners, hardwoods, and fine finishes. I have chosen a couple different plans that seem to come to a happy compromise. Students will supply their own materials for this project.
Adirondack Chair - OUTP103
Skill Level - Beginner/Intermediate
Class Time - 15 - 17 hours
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $225
This interpretation of the classic Adirondack chair emphasizes curves and comfort. Both the seat and the back are curved to give you a comfortable seating position. The back is slanted to place you in a relaxed position. The student can use a variety of joints and different types of wood to construct this piece of furniture. The building process takes a fare amount of time and skill, but the results will be well worth the effort. The school will provide the fasteners, glue & sandpaper. Students provide their own wood.
Intarsia Special Event ISP
with Tim Holman & Skip Gillespie
Skill Level - Experience with the Scroll Saw or Scroll saw class
Class Size - 6 students
Tuition - $90
Learn the art of intarsia will making a beautiful wood dolphin. You will guide through the processes of selecting woods for color, grain, and texture. You will be coached on correct cutting and sanding techniques. Each student will have a scroll saw of their own. You will not have to wait for tools to become available. This is a special all day class with 2 instructors for those who want to start and finish a great project in one day.