Woodcraft of Walpole
Contact Us
- Phone:
- 508-668-2413
- Fax:
- 508-668-2675
- Email:
- [email protected]
3 Walpole Park South
Walpole, MA 02081
USA (On Route 1 South, across from Rodman Arena)
Retail Store Pricing May Vary from Internet or Catalog Pricing
Hours of Operation
| sunday | 11-4pm |
|---|---|
| monday | 9-7pm |
| tuesday | 9-7pm |
| wednesday | 9-7pm |
| thursday | 9-7pm |
| friday | 9-7pm |
| saturday | 9-6pm |
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How To Build Flat, Straight, & Square with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: To build with clean, tight-fitting joints and properly dimensioned parts, you must be able to accurately flatten, square, and true-up your boards ahead of time. In this class students will learn how to use the jointer and thickness planers along with the tablesaw to help achieve this fundamental, but necessary task. Students will also learn how to edge-join boards.
Tuition: $70.00
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Cabinet Scrapers - Use And Care with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Basic Cabinet Card Scraper
Class Size: 6
Description: The cabinet card scraper is one of the most powerful but least understood hand tools. If sharpened and used properly, it can create a wood surface finish far superior to using abrasives and power sanders. In this hands-on class, students will learn the proper sharpening methods and techniques necessary to achieve a consistent sharp edge and results. Mickey will also introduce curved edge scrapers and how you can make your own from discarded tool steel. Learning how to use the basic cabinet scraper will immediately elevate your skill and abilities in fine woodworking.
Tuition: $70.00
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Introduction To Bowl Turning with Steve Wiseman
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 125.00
Description: This class is intended for beginners and for those who wish to brush up on their bowl turning skills. Steve will begin by a review of safety precautions followed by a discussion and demonstration of the turning tools needed along with methods and proper sharpening techniques. Students will also learn about wood selection and grain orientation and the use of face plates and chucks. Under close supervision, students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn one or two small bowls by the end class. There is an additional materials fee of $20.
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $20.
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Box Making for Beginners with Don Boudreau
All
Part 2: Wednesday, April 13, 6 PM - 9 PM
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Dust Mask & Eye Protection
Class Size: 5
Description: Join us for a two day fun and informative class on box making taught by award-winning box maker Don Boudreau. You will design and build a compact keepsake box using a variety of exotic woods. Boxes can be functional as well as decorative and they make wonderful gifts. This class would be a good starter for someone wanting to get into some of the more advanced classes on box making. There is an additional materials fee of $35.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $35.
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Introduction To Routers 101 with Christopher Hoctor
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: The router is considered to be the most versatile power tool in any workshop. In addition, it offers a means to complete complex tasks efficiently. In this class, Andrew will provide insight through a series of demonstrations on how a hand-held router can be employed safely in a variety of basic tasks used in wood joinery as well as edge and surface shaping. There will also be a demonstration of various jigs that can be employed with the hand-held router. Time permitting, students will be given a hands-on opportunity to perform certain tasks under close supervision of the instructor. By taking this class, students will have a fundamental understanding of the router that will be helpful in future, more advanced woodworking classes.
Tuition: $100.00
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Introduction To Pyrography with Brian Donnelly
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Dust Mask & Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: Pyrography or simply called woodburning can be done on just about any natural surface especially on wood. In this introductory class, Brian will teach students the fundamentals of woodburning while making several decorative holiday ornaments. Brian will cover the equipment necessary to be successful while stressing the importance of safety and how to go about choosing wood and preparing the wood surface. There is an additional materials and equipment fee of $50. This fee includes a basic woodburning kit that students will be able to keep at the end of the class.
Tuition: $90.00
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An Artisan Course: Session 1 - Use and Care of Hand Tools with Mickey Callahan
All
Part 2: Thursday, April 21, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 3: Saturday, April 23, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Part 4: Sunday, April 24, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: #4 Or 5 Bench Plane, Bench Chisels, Measuring Tools, Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: If you never picked up a sharp hand tool such as a chisel or hand plane and used it with confidence, this class is for you. If you have worked for decades, but never mastered the use of hand tools, this class is for you. If you want to rely less on the use of machinery, this class will offer you the opportunity. In this first of three sessions, students will become familiar with common hand tools such as chisels, hand planes, cabinet scrapers and hand saws. In addition, students will learn about wood and its properties along with an understanding of how to determine the quantity of wood needed for a project. This session will be augmented with a small project that will reinforce the skills learned. It will also include learning about the proper layout and execution of common wood joinery methods such as dovetails and mortise and tenon joints. This session will be the prerequisite for Sessions 2 and 3 or at the discretion of the instructor. There is an additional materials fee of $50.
Tuition: $395.00
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Introduction To CNC with Paul Cavalloro
Beginner
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class will help you decide if CNC Routing is right for you. This class will focus on the essential CNC processes and knowledge needed to help you with your decision. Students will learn the basics regarding the CAD/CAM software that drives the CNC routing machines as well as the general operation of a CNC router. The class includes a demonstration of the popular VCarve Pro CAD/CAM software and hands-on time creating toolpaths, setting up a job and operating the Axiom Pro CNC router. Woodcraft will supply all necessary materials.
Tuition: $85.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Introduction To Sharpening Methods And Techniques with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection, Notebook And Pencil
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is an overview of the various sharpening methods, techniques, jigs and abrasives/sharpening stones commonly used to sharpen most woodworking hand tools. The lecture and demonstration by Mickey will also cover the use of power grinding, both wet and dry, with various abrasives along with slower and less efficient methods employed to achieve a sharp edge on chisels, plane blades, turning tools, scrapers and carving chisels. This class is intended to clear up any confusion or mysteries that beginners or even advanced woodworkers have about tool sharpening. Time permitting, students will be given an opportunity to use some of the available equipment. Students are also encouraged to bring in a dull chisel or plane blade to enhance the discussion.
Tuition: $70.00
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Date Night - Make A Triple Wine Bottle Cradle with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This is another small project in our "Date Night Series" that will surely please all who enjoy a sip of vino from time-to-time. Couples will share in the joy and learning of how to create a simple but elegant display rack for your most favorite bottles of wine. However, if you're like me, the bottles never stay full for very long! Come and share a few laughs and enjoy the fun in making something with your hands. The class fee is for each couple.
Tuition: $95.00
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Introduction To Bowl Turning with Steve Wiseman
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is intended for beginners and for those who wish to brush up on their bowl turning skills. Steve will begin by a review of safety precautions followed by a discussion and demonstration of the turning tools needed along with methods and proper sharpening techniques. Students will also learn about wood selection and grain orientation and the use of face plates and chucks. Under close supervision, students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn one or two small bowls by the end class. There is an additional materials fee of $20.
Tuition: $125.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Box Making for Beginners with Don Boudreau
All
Part 2: Wednesday, May 4, 6 PM - 9 PM
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Dust Mask & Eye Protection
Class Size: 5
Description: Join us for a two day fun and informative class on box making taught by award-winning box maker Don Boudreau. You will design and build a compact keepsake box using a variety of exotic woods. Boxes can be functional as well as decorative and they make wonderful gifts. This class would be a good starter for someone wanting to get into some of the more advanced classes on box making. There is an additional materials fee of $35.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $35.
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Introduction To The Bandsaw with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: The bandsaw is capable of many useful operations in the workshop that include re-sawing, cutting curved parts and an efficient backup to cutting wood when a table saw or chop saw are not practical. In this class, Mickey will explain and demonstrate the basic operation and uses of the bandsaw that also include several useful jigs to maximize the bandsaw's efficiency and accuracy. Students will also learn how to setup and align the machine using various blade sizes and teeth configurations along with proper maintenance practices and trouble shooting.
Tuition: $70.00
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Woodcarving For Beginners with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Contact Walpole Store For Tool List
Class Size: 5
Description: This class is intended to introduce students to woodcarving through the use of several simple exercises designed to teach students about proper chisel selection and how to keep them sharp. In addition, the carving exercises will teach students about basic design principals along with consideration of wood characteristics and how to read the grain in determining the direction of cuts. These simple exercises involve low relief type carving and can be the basis for learning more advanced skills as they apply to carving in the round and other forms of woodcarving. There is an additional materials fee of $15.00.
Tuition: $125.00
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Advance CNC - Hands On with Paul Cavalloro
All
Part 2: Sunday, May 8, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Prerequisite: Introduction To CNC
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: This class is a continuation of the introductory class. Students will create a project in V-Carve from scratch using additional types of tool paths and tools. There will be more detail lettering, borders, and using clip art to create an image. Pre-requisite for this class is an Introduction to CNC. Because of the long run times needed on the CNC machine for this project, the class will be broken up into two sessions. The first session will run from 9 am until 12:30 pm and the second session from 1 pm until 4:30 pm. Each session will be limited to 2 students. Woodcraft will supply all materials.
Tuition: $95.00
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How To Build Flat, Straight, & Square with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: To build with clean, tight-fitting joints and properly dimensioned parts, you must be able to accurately flatten, square, and true-up your boards ahead of time. In this class students will learn how to use the jointer and thickness planers along with the tablesaw to help achieve this fundamental, but necessary task. Students will also learn how to edge-join boards.
Tuition: $70.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Introduction To Bowl Turning with Steve Wiseman
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is intended for beginners and for those who wish to brush up on their bowl turning skills. Steve will begin by a review of safety precautions followed by a discussion and demonstration of the turning tools needed along with methods and proper sharpening techniques. Students will also learn about wood selection and grain orientation and the use of face plates and chucks. Under close supervision, students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn one or two small bowls by the end class. There is an additional materials fee of $20.
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $20.
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Introduction To Bowl Turning with Steve Wiseman
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is intended for beginners and for those who wish to brush up on their bowl turning skills. Steve will begin by a review of safety precautions followed by a discussion and demonstration of the turning tools needed along with methods and proper sharpening techniques. Students will also learn about wood selection and grain orientation and the use of face plates and chucks. Under close supervision, students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn one or two small bowls by the end class. There is an additional materials fee of $20.
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $20.
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
An Artisan Course - Session 2: Using Portable & Stationary Power Tools with Mickey Callahan
All
Part 2: Thursday, May 19, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 3: Saturday, May 21, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 4: Sunday, May 22, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisite: Artisan Course - Session 1
Tools Required: 1" Bench Chisel, Hand Plane, Eye Protection, Notebook And Pencil
Class Size: 4
Description: Working on the success of Session 1, students will be introduced to the use of common portable and stationary power tools, such as the table saw, bandsaw, jointer and thickness planers, router, jig saw, circular saw and the drill press. As in Session 1, students will reinforce their skills and knowledge with the making of a small project. Even though the emphasis will be on the use of more efficient machinery, students will be expected to use their hand tool skills acquired from Session 1. This a prerequisite for taking Session 3. There is an additional materials fee of $65.
Tuition: $395.00
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Introduction To Woodturning And Make A Wooden Pen with Paul Cavalloro
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Notebook And Pencil, Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: With the combination of lecture, demonstration and hands-on training, students will be introduced to the joys of wood turning by learning how to make a wooden pen on the wood lathe. Students will also be introduced to lathe safety, lathe turning tools and important accessories as they apply to both spindle and bowl turning. By taking this introductory course, students will be better prepared to take further hands-on wood turning classes. All tools and materials will be supplied by Woodcraft.
Tuition: $85.00
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Date Night - Make A Shaker-Style Hat And Coat Rack with Mickey Callahan
All
Tools Required: Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: Based on our very successful "Date Night" program, we have added a new class in how to make a Shaker-Style hat and coat rack. Not only is this class an opportunity for couples to enjoy making something useful, but also an opportunity to share an enjoyable evening, not only with your partner, but other couples as well. As part of the class, Woodcraft will be providing light refreshments and snacks to enhance the evening.
Tuition: $95.00
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Make A Band Sawn Wooden Box with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: Boxes are fascinating. While an unopened box is only a vessel, a package, or container, it contents are unknown and presents an air of mystery. It lures us with a promise that something desirable lies concealed inside. In this hands-on class, students will be able to create their own air of mystery by constructing a simple box with only the use of the bandsaw, belt sander, and a few common hand tools. This a fun and creative way to stretch your imagination while developing skills that will be useful in other woodworking projects. The finished box will also make a wonderful gift for that special someone on your holiday gift list. All tools and materials are supplied by Woodcraft.
Tuition: $130.00
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Introduction To Sharpening Methods And Techniques with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection, Notebook And Pencil
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is an overview of the various sharpening methods, techniques, jigs and abrasives/sharpening stones commonly used to sharpen most woodworking hand tools. The lecture and demonstration by Mickey will also cover the use of power grinding, both wet and dry, with various abrasives along with slower and less efficient methods employed to achieve a sharp edge on chisels, plane blades, turning tools, scrapers and carving chisels. This class is intended to clear up any confusion or mysteries that beginners or even advanced woodworkers have about tool sharpening. Time permitting, students will be given an opportunity to use some of the available equipment. Students are also encouraged to bring in a dull chisel or plane blade to enhance the discussion.
Tuition: $70.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Box Making for Beginners with Don Boudreau
All
Part 2: Thursday, June 2, 6 PM - 9 PM
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Dust Mask & Eye Protection
Class Size: 5
Description: Join us for a two day fun and informative class on box making taught by award-winning box maker Don Boudreau. You will design and build a compact keepsake box using a variety of exotic woods. Boxes can be functional as well as decorative and they make wonderful gifts. This class would be a good starter for someone wanting to get into some of the more advanced classes on box making. There is an additional materials fee of $35.
Tuition: $150.00
Tuition Notes: Additional materials fee of $35.
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Box Making I With Don Boudreau with Don Boudreau
All
Part 2: Sunday, June 5, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisite: Some Woodworking Experience Helpful
Tools Required: 12" Combination Square, Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: In this two day class, students will learn and enjoy the art of making a basic box along with the chance to achieve something special that will help enhance their woodworking knowledge and skills. Don is an experienced woodworking teacher and maker of many exquisite wooden boxes. The class will cover an introduction to wood and its properties, examples of different box joints, the use of basic shop tools such as the table saw and bandsaw along with veneering techniques and wood finishing. With Don's guidance, students will create their own box while giving them a memorable experience and the ability to take on more challenging box making projects. This class will be a prerequisite to more complex box making classes that will be scheduled in the future. There is an additional materials fee of $35.
Tuition: $250.00
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Introduction To CNC with Paul Cavalloro
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class will help you decide if CNC Routing is right for you. This class will focus on the essential CNC processes and knowledge needed to help you with your decision. Students will learn the basics regarding the CAD/CAM software that drives the CNC routing machines as well as the general operation of a CNC router. The class includes a demonstration of the popular VCarve Pro CAD/CAM software and hands-on time creating toolpaths, setting up a job and operating the Axiom Pro CNC router. Woodcraft will supply all necessary materials.
Tuition: $85.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Fundamentals Of Hand Plane Selection, Setup, And Use with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Hand Plane If Available
Class Size: 6
Description: Hand planes are at the core of the woodworker's tool set, but must be properly tuned to get consistent results. The details of setup, adjustment, and technique can make the difference between frustration and success with the hand plane. This course will equip students with the understanding and skills to directly apply to using hand planes in your workshop. Students are encouraged to bring in a hand plane if available, as this course will be hands-on as well as a lecture and demonstration.
Tuition: $75.00
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Introduction To Bowl Turning with Steve Wiseman
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is intended for beginners and for those who wish to brush up on their bowl turning skills. Steve will begin by a review of safety precautions followed by a discussion and demonstration of the turning tools needed along with methods and proper sharpening techniques. Students will also learn about wood selection and grain orientation and the use of face plates and chucks. Under close supervision, students will be assigned to their own lathe where they will learn to turn one or two small bowls by the end class. There is an additional materials fee of $20.00
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Additional Materials Fee of $20.
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
An Artisan Course - Session 3: Design & Build a Piece of Furniture with Mickey Callahan
All
Part 2: Tuesday, June 14, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 3: Wednesday, June 15, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 4: Thursday, June 16, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 5: Saturday, June 18, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Part 6: Sunday, June 19, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisite: Sessions 1 & 2 or equivalent
Tools Required: #4 Or 5 Bench Plane, Bench Chisels, Measuring Tools, Eye & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 4
Description: Coupled with the knowledge and skills acquired in Sessions 1 and 2, students will be given the opportunity to design and build a piece of furniture based on a number of optional choices that will be discussed with the instructor prior to the start of the session. This will include the actual design and drawing along with estimating the amount of wood and material needed to actually build the piece while under the guidance of the instructor. In addition, more complex and alternate joinery methods and techniques will be explored. In this session, students should be prepared for a longer commitment of time and effort and willing to do homework assignments in between classes over the course of the session. Additional material fees will be determined in advance of the session based upon the students choice of project and discussions with the instructor.
Tuition: $575.00
Tuition Notes: Material costs TBD
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Getting The Most From Your Tablesaw Without Shedding Any Blood Or Tears with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Notebook And Pencil, Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: The tablesaw is considered to be the focal point of any well-equipped workshop. This class is designed primarily for the beginner just starting out in woodworking and to introduce students through hands-on experience the safe and proper way of using the tablesaw. Mickey will demonstrate the basic operations of ripping and crosscutting along with the proper setup and blade selection for each of the operations. In addition, various jigs will be demonstrated and used to augment the tablesaw's versatility in making wood joints safely and efficiently. This class will also be a prerequisite for more advanced courses that involve tablesaw use.
Tuition: $75.00
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Introduction To Woodturning And Make A Wooden Pen with Paul Cavalloro
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Notebook And Pencil, Eye Protection
Class Size: 6
Description: With the combination of lecture, demonstration and hands-on training, students will be introduced to the joys of wood turning by learning how to make a wooden pen on the wood lathe. Students will also be introduced to lathe safety, lathe turning tools and important accessories as they apply to both spindle and bowl turning. By taking this introductory course, students will be better prepared to take further hands-on wood turning classes. All tools and materials will be supplied by Woodcraft.
Tuition: $90.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Box Making 2 with Don Boudreau
All
Part 2: Sunday, June 26, 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Prerequisite: Box Making 1
Tools Required: Eye & Hearing Protection, Pencil, Combination Square
Class Size: 5
Description: In this two day class, students will learn to explore the endless design possibilities in box making. Students will learn pattern routing, cove cutting and use of the gooseneck scraper. The box will be constructed primarily of exotic woods including Leopardwood, Zebrawood and Wenge.Don is an experienced woodworking teacher and maker of many exquisite wooden boxes. With Don's guidance, students will create their own box while giving them a memorable experience and the ability to take on more challenging box making projects. There is an additional materials fee of $35
Tuition: $250.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Introduction To Sharpening Methods And Techniques with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye Protection, Notebook And Pencil
Class Size: 6
Description: This class is an overview of the various sharpening methods, techniques, jigs and abrasives/sharpening stones commonly used to sharpen most woodworking hand tools. The lecture and demonstration by Mickey will also cover the use of power grinding, both wet and dry, with various abrasives along with slower and less efficient methods employed to achieve a sharp edge on chisels, plane blades, turning tools, scrapers and carving chisels. This class is intended to clear up any confusion or mysteries that beginners or even advanced woodworkers have about tool sharpening. Time permitting, students will be given an opportunity to use some of the available equipment. Students are also encouraged to bring in a dull chisel or plane blade to enhance the discussion.
Tuition: $75.00
Call 508-668-2413 To Sign Up
Date Night - Make A Decorative Picture Frame with Mickey Callahan
All
Prerequisite: None
Tools Required: Eye & Hearing Protection, Pencil
Class Size: 6
Description: What a better way to spend time with your significant other than at Woodcraft making a decorative picture frame. A frame that can be used to show off an 8" X 10" picture of your favorite someone or your latest art work. Why not come and enjoy the company of couples out for an evening while learning some basic woodworking skills. Since this is Woodcraft's monthly date night at the Walpole store, Woodcraft will be supplying all refreshments and materials. Tuition fee is per couple.
Tuition: $90.00
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