Woodcraft of Virginia Beach / Norfolk
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The Shops at Janaf, Suite 152 5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23502
USA
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Hours of Operation
| sunday | 12 PM - 5 PM |
|---|---|
| monday | 9 AM - 7 PM |
| tuesday | 9 AM - 7 PM |
| wednesday | 9 AM - 7 PM |
| thursday | 9 AM - 7 PM |
| friday | 9 AM - 7 PM |
| saturday | 9 AM - 6 PM |
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Newport Corner Chair with Ray Journigan
Intermediate/Advanced
Part 2: Sunday, January 16, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 3: Saturday, February 19, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 4: Sunday, February 20, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 5: Saturday, March 19, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 6: Sunday, March 20, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 7: Saturday, April 16, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 8: Sunday, April 17, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Minimal Tools Needed, See Instructor
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This iconic Goddard piece is all about curves. It is more like a piece of sculpturewhen compared to other furniture forms of the 18 th Century. In this class, Master Furniture Maker RayJournigan will guide each student in the techniques required to reproduce this Masterpiece! This chairhas it all, spokeshave work, correct technique when using rasps, files, and scrapers for creating longgraceful curves, carving the Iconic Newport ball & claw foot, shaping the curved splats and seat rails, andmortise and tenon joinery. This chair is an advanced project and will require a lot of homework tocomplete. If you think about it, it is like making two chairs!
Tuition: $1,200.00
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River Table End Table with Ashley Grider/Ashley Fekete
All
Part 2: Sunday, April 10, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 4-6
Description: In this class Ashley G and Ashley F will teach you how to build a river table (end table sized) top. They will cover the construction of a basic shop made mold. The process of preparing the material as well as the measuring, mixing, and pouring of resin. Uses of pigments, curing processes, and demolding results. Finally, preparing and finishing the table top for use.They will also touch on the different types of resin, variations in mold construction, as well as a variety of finishing techniques.You will leave with a end table sized top roughly 14"x18"
Tuition: $400.00
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Intermediate Finishing with Mike Charlem
Intermediate
Part 2: Wednesday, April 13, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 3: Wednesday, April 20, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 4: Wednesday, April 27, 6 PM - 9 PM
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The last step in furniture making has been the most difficult of all. Finishing frustrates the most experienced woodworker. This four night course will take the mystery out of finishing. Topics include: sanding, surface prep, filling grain, staining, sealing, top coating, rubbing out, and wet sand polishing.
Tuition: $250.00
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Beginning Woodworking with Bret Lancaster
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: New to the shop environment? Not comfortable around machinery? Spend a day getting to know your way around with one of our experienced instructors. Students will learn the purpose and safe operations of the primary stationary tools such as the tablesaw, jointer, planer, bandsaw and drill press. This hands on class will give you a taste of how these tools take raw material and turn it into finished projects. To the beginner woodworker, this class will pave the way for participation in Woodworking Fundamentals 1.
Tuition: $100.00
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Pen Turning with Jason Carr
All
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the art of turning your own pens, pencils, and other small objects on the wood lathe. Go from a rough blank to a finished pen, learning all you need to know to make these beautiful holiday gifts. Participants will complete a pen during the class session.
Tuition: $80.00
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Sharpening Turning Tools with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: If you have ever tried to sharpen a gouge, you know how frustrating it can be. We will show you how to save yourself time, frustration and money, and learn to grind your turning tools right the first time, every time. Brian will demonstrate various ways to sharpen your turning tools such as your skews, gouges and scrapers using different sharpening systems. If time permits, you will be able to sharpen a few of your own tools under his watchful eye.
Tuition: $80.00
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Bowl Turning 101 - Scrapers with Brian Gold
Beginner
Prerequisite: Turning 101, Fundimentals Of Wood Turning Or Basic Skills From Experience
Tools Required: Safety Glasses, Bring Your Tools Or Borrow Ours.
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Turned wooden bowls can make your dining experience truely memorable or create a display piece to show off your talent. This class will focus on using basic turning tools and techniques to create these wooden bowls. Wood selection and mounting for grain orientation to get the most out of each piece will be discussed along with selection of proper tools. Skills learned in this class will prepare students for our Fingernail Bowl Gouge Class.
Tuition: $140.00
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Carving Level 1 with Jim Francis
All
Part 2: Thursday, April 21, 6 PM - 9 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this class you will learn, through demonstrations and exercises, the fundamentals of carving that will provide a solid foundation for all types of carving. Learn about carving materials and tools, how to sharpen and get the most out of each tool, how to read and carve in relation to wood grain, how to set up a work station, and about different styles of carving. Together we'll execute, beads, rosettes, volutes, "C" scroll, and more. You'll leave with the understanding and confidence to grow and explore with this new found skill!
Tuition: $125.00
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Router 101 with Mike Charlem
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: One of the first hand held power tools every novice wood worker should have in their arsenal is the router. With an assortment of sharp cutter bits, the router will become one of the most used small power tools in the shop. Although highly versatile, the router can be very intimidating; due to its size and the speed and torque it develops. In the Router 101 class, students will learn how to choose a router, the types of bases used with the router, and the care and feeding (maintenance) of the router. Students will also learn about the categories of router bits, the components used to identify them, what goes into the making of a router bit, and what to look for in making a choice of which bit best meets their needs. So come on out, bring your router and bits if you have them and learn basic routing techniques and tips and tricks to enhance your routing skills.
Tuition: $110.00
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Get a Handle on Knife Making with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this class, Brian will teach individuals how to properly assemble and finish a knife kit. Individuals will learn how to complete their kits using different tools including a knife maker's belt grinder. Basic knife sharpening will be covered in this class.Length of class may vary.
Tuition: $85.00
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Making Cutting Boards with Peter Summers
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn to make a cutting board using various species of wood and machines. You will cut, joint, glue and sand. This process will result in a stunning cutting board! You will learn how to use a miter saw, table saw, jointer and sander. Some sanding and finishing will need to be completed at home.
Tuition: $120.00
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Carving Period Furniture Shells and Fans with Ray Journigan
All
Part 2: Tuesday, April 26, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 3: Wednesday, April 27, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 4: Thursday, April 28, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 5: Friday, April 29, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Personal Carving Tools
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This week long class covers most of the Shells and Fan carvings used by period furniture makers duringthe 18th century. Newport convex and concave drawer fronts, Connecticut fan drawer fronts, Scalloped shells in the solid and applique used on chair crest rails and aprons, where does it end? The student will get plenty of carving time with this one! At weeks end, each student will feel their carving ability has improved to the next level.
Tuition: $1,500.00
Tuition Notes: + $45
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Date Night with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-4 couples
Description: Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc. The tuition of $220 is per couple.
Tuition: $220.00
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Raised Panel Doors with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In the raised panel door class, Mike teaches the students how to design, measure, and size the door to match the opening of the cabinet. Once that is done, students then cut out all of the parts using the miter saw, table saw, and router table. Each student will make and take home a completed raised panel door.
Tuition: $85.00
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Cabinet Making with Lancaster Charlem
All
Part 2: Sunday, May 8, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Have you toyed with the idea of building your own cabinets for the kitchen, or the garage? And, as all woodworkers realize, the shop never has enough storage? If this synopsis connects with you, then Woodcraft's new Cabinet Making Series may fill the bill for you. The Cabinet Making Series is designed to maintain continuity by combining all the components of basic cabinetry in 17 hours (three sessions) of classroom and ptractical hands on instruction. Students will learn bisc fundamentals in how to choose and prepare stock to construct Base Units, Upper Wall Units, Drawers and Raised Panel Doors. Stock preparation will be accomplished utilizing the jointer, planer, electric miter saw, tablesaw and router table. Cabinet carcasses will be assembled using standard techniques and face frames will be assembled and attached using the Kreg Pocket Hole System. So, come on out, learn the techniques for making your own cabinets from the planning stage to ta finished product complete with drawers and doors.
Tuition: $175.00
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Sharpening Edge Tools with Ray Journigan
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: There are many methods, machines, and jigs for sharpening edge tools. With over 35 years of woodworking experience, Ray has tried them all! Come see how he sharpens every edge tool in his shop! He will demonstrate sharpening bench chisels, plane irons, draw knives, scrapers, and carving chisels to a razor sharp edge. With over 300 edges to keep sharp, Ray has simplified his method over the years to spend less time sharpening and more time cutting wood. If you ever wondered what "Sharp" really means, you don't want to miss this one! Feel free to bring in your own chisel and plane iron (one each) to give it a try!
Tuition: $150.00
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Turning 101 - Lathe Basics with Brian Gold
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Or Face Shield
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Want to learn the basics of wood turning or refresh your skills from Jr. High shop class? This class covers the basics, including shop and lathe safety, tool identification and selection, mounting wood to the lathe and wood selection. In the first half of the class students will turn the handle for a 1/4" turning tool to take home. In the second half they will work on a small project determined by the instructor.
Tuition: $140.00
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Pen Turning with Jason Carr
All
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the art of turning your own pens, pencils, and other small objects on the wood lathe. Go from a rough blank to a finished pen, learning all you need to know to make these beautiful holiday gifts. Participants will complete a pen during the class session.
Tuition: $80.00
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Pyrography 101- Burning Basics with Jim Vogel
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This class will provide an introduction to wood pyrography, the technique of decorating wood by burning a design on the surface with a wood burning tool. This can be accomplished using stencils or free hand designs. You will be shown what supplies and tools needed to begin this art form through hands on demonstration.
Tuition: $75.00
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Woodworking Fundamentals with Bret Lancaster
All
Part 2: Sunday, May 15, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.
Tuition: $300.00
Tuition Notes: Includes Materials
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Bandsaw Basics with Mike Charlem
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The bandsaw is one of your most versatile power tools, and this class will show you how to safely get the most out of it. Mike will show you how to set up your bandsaw for consistent accuracy and teach you proper blade selection. Learn how to perform straight cuts, curves, and how to rough saw cabriole lets. You'll also learn the secrets of resawing: a technique that can save you money and add uniqueness to your projects.
Tuition: $85.00
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Dovetails Decoded with Ben Bartholomew
All
Part 2: Sunday, May 15, 12 PM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Whether you're new to hand-cut joinery or have attempted dovetail joints in the past with mixed results, this class offers a practical approach to executing this time-honored joinery technique, regardless of skill level. During the course you will learn layout and marking as well as sawing and chiseling techniques which you will employ to cut both 'through' and 'half-blind' dovetails. There are numerous methods for creating these joints (with good results), but what works well for some may not work for others. In order to overcome this common problem, Ben will cover several different hand tool and technique options throughout the class which will allow for an individually tailored road map to success. By the end of this course you will have developed the confidence to tackle any project utilizing the dovetail joint
Tuition: $250.00
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Carving Level 2 with Jim Francis
All
Part 2: Thursday, May 19, 6 PM - 9 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: : In this class you'll take your fundamental traditional carving (carving with long-handled chisels and gouges) skills to the next level by focusing on working cleanly and efficiently, as well as taking advantage of all features of your carving tools. This will be accomplished through demonstrations, carving and sharpening exercises, and a level 2 (more advanced) project. The project is "to be announced."
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Please bring your personal carving and layout tools.
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Bowl Turning 102- Fingernail Gouge with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is a skills class designed to expand upon the techniques learned in Basic Bowl turning. You will learn how to do a push cut, pull cut, and shear scrape with a fingernail bowl gouge. Techniques used to sharpen the gouge will be presented. In addition, the student will learn advanced chucking techniques and foot treatments.
Tuition: $140.00
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Working with VCarve- Level 1 with Jason Carr
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is an introductory course to VCarve software used for designing projects for a CNC (Computer Numerical System) machine. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating and machining a project on a CNC machine.
Tuition: $75.00
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Scroll Saw 101 with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The scroll saw is used to make very delicate and precise cuts in ply or hardwood to create decorative accent pieces. This 3 hour class will thoroughly review the functionality of the saw, blade options, and how it can be used most efficiently and productively.
Tuition: $75.00
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Date Night with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-4 couples
Description: Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc. The tuition of $220 is per couple.
Tuition: $220.00
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Tablesaw Basics with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Without a doubt, the tablesaw is the most important power tool in the shop. Safely ripping stock to width, accurately cutting parts to length, cutting angles, bevels and making tenons and tapers are just a few of the tasks that an accurately set up tablesaw excels at. Understanding how the saw works is one of the goals of this new class and basic common sense safety will be covered thoroughly. We will begin with techniques to make safe and specialized cuts such as making accurate tenons and miters. Saw blade selection, dado blades and some of the commercially available accessories will be discussed. We will also demonstrate some basic but important shop made jigs. While this class will mostly be dom only, students will have the opportunity to do some cutting on the saw in order to make sure that each participant understands the techniques being shown.
Tuition: $100.00
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Making Picture Frames with Peter Summers
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Have you ever gone to one of those expensive framing shops and been taken back by the cost of a picture frame? Here is the opportunity to learn how to make your own frames and save money. The Picture Framing class will show you the basics for measuring and making your own picture frames. You will be shown how to use woodworking joinery that can be incorporated in your framing projects which are not only functional, but decorative as well. You will use the jointer and table saw to square stock, the table saw and the electric miter saw to cut mitered corners, and the router table to create assorted decorative profiles for your frames. Students will make the components for an 8" X 10" picture frame.
Tuition: $100.00
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Turning 101 - Lathe Basics with Brian Gold
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Or Face Shield
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Want to learn the basics of wood turning or refresh your skills from Jr. High shop class? This class covers the basics, including shop and lathe safety, tool identification and selection, mounting wood to the lathe and wood selection. In the first half of the class students will turn the handle for a 1/4" turning tool to take home. In the second half they will work on a small project determined by the instructor.
Tuition: $140.00
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Woodworking Fundamentals with Bret Lancaster
All
Part 2: Sunday, June 5, 9 AM - 5 PM
Prerequisite: Woodworking Fundamentals Level 1
Tools Required: Safety Glasses & Hearing Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.
Tuition: $300.00
Tuition Notes: Includes Necessary Materials.
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Philadelphia Ball & Claw Foot with Ray Journigan
Intermediate/Advanced
Part 2: Sunday, June 5, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Minimal Tools Needed, See Instructor
Class Size: 2-6
Description: There were many forms of the ball and claw foot used in period furniture. In this class, Ray goes in depth explaining the Philadelphia version. Students will learn to layout and carve this example using just a few carving tools. When broken down into simple steps, this sometimes intimidating motif becomes easily accomplished by even the beginning carver.
Tuition: $300.00
Tuition Notes: + $15 prepped wood blank
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Basic Box Building with Bret Lancaster
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Small boxes have a wide variety of uses and make excellent gifts. They can be carved, accented with inlay or highly figured woods and decoratively changed with the router. In this class you will make a box using mitered joints and spline construction.
Tuition: $85.00
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Band Saw Box with Mike Charlem
Beginner
Part 2: Saturday, June 11, 9 AM - 5 PM
Prerequisite: Bandsaw 101 Not Required But Strongly Encouraged
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Required, Respiratory Protection Suggested
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn how to create a unique beautiful piece of art, using one of the most versatile and useful tools in the shop. TheBand Saw Box is created from a block of wood that is either laminated or solid, containing drawers or hidden compartments. Students will learn how to plan, layout, cut, and craft an eye-catching project using a minimum of major woodworking tools. This project is a fun method that will increase your Band Saw skills and create fantastic gifts.
Tuition: $120.00
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Turning Lidded Box with Brian Gold
Prerequisite: Turning 101 Or Equivelent
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Or Face Shield, Basic Turning Tools,
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Students will learn how to turn lidded boxes on the lathe using scroll chucks. Turning techniques, turning tools, wood selection and finishing will be covered. Students will leave with a finished lidded box
Tuition: $140.00
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Making Cutting Boards with Peter Summers
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn to make a cutting board using various species of wood and machines. You will cut, joint, glue and sand. This process will result in a stunning cutting board! You will learn how to use a miter saw, table saw, jointer and sander. Some sanding and finishing will need to be completed at home.
Tuition: $120.00
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Pen Turning with Jason Carr
All
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the art of turning your own pens, pencils, and other small objects on the wood lathe. Go from a rough blank to a finished pen, learning all you need to know to make these beautiful holiday gifts. Participants will complete a pen during the class session.
Tuition: $80.00
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Beginning Finishing with Mike Charlem
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: I don't know how many times I have been asked, "How do you get your finish like that". In this class we will answer that very question. Through a step by step demonstration, you will learn proper wood preparation, different ways of coloring the wood, how to bring out the grain, filling the grain, and my topcoat of choice, shellac. We will cover pre mixed as well as mixing your own from flakes. But remember, the secret to a beautiful finish is not in how its applied, but wat is done to it after it dries. We will cover "rubbing" out the finish using different methods. Learn the secret to that warm glow found on period antiques.
Tuition: $70.00
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Pyrography 201-Still Life with Jim Vogel
All
Tools Required: Eye Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Take your pyrography skills to the next level with artist Jim Vogel. In this class Jim will teach you the skill of line quality and control, and the use of shading using different pen tips. With these skills students will be able to burn realistic projects creating a still life scene.
Tuition: $85.00
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Turning 102- Advanced Spindle with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this information packed class, Brian will show you all you need to know to add turned elements to your next furniture project. While basic spindle turning will be covered in depth, you will also learn some unorthodox methods "cheaters" to achieve success. Reproducing parts without a duplicator will be covered. You will also learn what tool to choose for a particular job, how they are sharpened, offset turned legs, split turnings, and much more. With practice exercises, you will gain confidence with the gouge, scraper, and skew. After taking this class you will turn that scrap pile into more money or memories as they become candle stands or chess pieces.
Tuition: $140.00
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Chip Carving Level 1 with Jim Francis
All
Part 2: Thursday, June 23, 6 PM - 9 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Come explore the world of chip carving! Geometric and free form designs created with a cutting knife and stab knife provide tremendous opportunities for artistic expression based on generations of tradition. This hands-on class will cover carving techniques, traditional as well as free form designs, layout, and knife sharpening/honing methods. Recommended reading: The Complete Guide to Chip Carving by Wayne Barton.
Tuition: $125.00
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Introduction To CNC with Jason Carr
All
Class Size: 2-8
Description: This is an introductory course to CNC. Students will learn the basic components of a CNC machine and fundamentals of how to design and machine a simple sign. This class will focus solely on software usage on your personal laptop. Nothing will be physically made in this class.
Tuition: $75.00
Tuition Notes: Students Are Required To Bring A Laptop With The Vcarve Demo Installed For Easier Walk Through.
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Date Night with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-4 couples
Description: Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc. The tuition of $220 is per couple.
Tuition: $220.00
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Adirondack Chairs with Mike Charlem
All
Part 2: Sunday, June 26, 9 AM - 5 PM
Class Size: 4-6
Description: Spend a weekend with Woodcraft and leave with a traditional Adirondack chair. This course is designed for the entry to intermediate level woodworker who would like to improve their furniture building skills. You will work with both power and hand tools to cut, drill, sand and assemble this classic chair. Instructions, drawings, cypress wood and fasteners are included in the tuition.
Tuition: $325.00
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Advanced Dovetail Techniques with Ben Bartholomew
All
Prerequisite: Dovetails decoded/ or proficient in handcut dovetail techniques
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this class you will learn how to execute more complex dovetail joinery such as houndstooth, inlay, and angled/skewed dovetails. Thisbeautiful joinery is often used in decorative boxes, serving trays, and chests, but can also be used in traditional drawer construction to set a special piece of furniture apart from the ordinary. If you’re looking to step up your woodworking game, this is the class for you!
Tuition: $150.00
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Turning 101 - Lathe Basics with Brian Gold
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Or Face Shield
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Want to learn the basics of wood turning or refresh your skills from Jr. High shop class? This class covers the basics, including shop and lathe safety, tool identification and selection, mounting wood to the lathe and wood selection. In the first half of the class students will turn the handle for a 1/4" turning tool to take home. In the second half they will work on a small project determined by the instructor.
Tuition: $140.00
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River Table End Table with Ashley Grider/Ashley Fekete
All
Part 2: Sunday, July 10, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 4-6
Description: In this class Ashley G and Ashley F will teach you how to build a river table (end table sized) top. They will cover the construction of a basic shop made mold. The process of preparing the material as well as the measuring, mixing, and pouring of resin. Uses of pigments, curing processes, and demolding results. Finally, preparing and finishing the table top for use.They will also touch on the different types of resin, variations in mold construction, as well as a variety of finishing techniques.You will leave with a end table sized top roughly 14"x18"
Tuition: $400.00
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Intermediate Finishing with Mike Charlem
Intermediate
Part 2: Wednesday, July 13, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 3: Wednesday, July 20, 6 PM - 9 PM
Part 4: Wednesday, July 27, 6 PM - 9 PM
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The last step in furniture making has been the most difficult of all. Finishing frustrates the most experienced woodworker. This four night course will take the mystery out of finishing. Topics include: sanding, surface prep, filling grain, staining, sealing, top coating, rubbing out, and wet sand polishing.
Tuition: $250.00
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Flat, Square & Straight (with powertools) with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In order to get clean, tight-fitting joints in your woodworking projects, you must be able to accurately flatten, square, and true-up your boards before you even begin the joinery. In this class, you'll learn how the Jointer, Planer, and Tablesaw work together to help you accomplish this fundamental, but necessary task.
Tuition: $75.00
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Date Night with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-4 couples
Description: Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc. The tuition of $220 is per couple.
Tuition: $220.00
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Beginning Woodworking with Bret Lancaster
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: New to the shop environment? Not comfortable around machinery? Spend a day getting to know your way around with one of our experienced instructors. Students will learn the purpose and safe operations of the primary stationary tools such as the tablesaw, jointer, planer, bandsaw and drill press. This hands on class will give you a taste of how these tools take raw material and turn it into finished projects. To the beginner woodworker, this class will pave the way for participation in Woodworking Fundamentals 1.
Tuition: $100.00
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Pen Turning with Jason Carr
All
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the art of turning your own pens, pencils, and other small objects on the wood lathe. Go from a rough blank to a finished pen, learning all you need to know to make these beautiful holiday gifts. Participants will complete a pen during the class session.
Tuition: $80.00
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Router 101 with Mike Charlem
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: One of the first hand held power tools every novice wood worker should have in their arsenal is the router. With an assortment of sharp cutter bits, the router will become one of the most used small power tools in the shop. Although highly versatile, the router can be very intimidating; due to its size and the speed and torque it develops. In the Router 101 class, students will learn how to choose a router, the types of bases used with the router, and the care and feeding (maintenance) of the router. Students will also learn about the categories of router bits, the components used to identify them, what goes into the making of a router bit, and what to look for in making a choice of which bit best meets their needs. So come on out, bring your router and bits if you have them and learn basic routing techniques and tips and tricks to enhance your routing skills.
Tuition: $110.00
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Bowl Turning 101 - Scrapers with Brian Gold
Beginner
Prerequisite: Turning 101, Fundimentals Of Wood Turning Or Basic Skills From Experience
Tools Required: Safety Glasses, Bring Your Tools Or Borrow Ours.
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Turned wooden bowls can make your dining experience truely memorable or create a display piece to show off your talent. This class will focus on using basic turning tools and techniques to create these wooden bowls. Wood selection and mounting for grain orientation to get the most out of each piece will be discussed along with selection of proper tools. Skills learned in this class will prepare students for our Fingernail Bowl Gouge Class.
Tuition: $140.00
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Chip Carving Level 2 with Jim Francis
All
Part 2: Thursday, July 21, 6 PM - 9 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this class you'll take your fundamental chip carving skills to the next level by focusing on composition, order of carving, working cleanly, and tool sharpening/honing. This will be accomplished through demonstrations, carving and sharpening exercises, and a level 2 (more advanced) project. The project is "to be announced."
Tuition: $125.00
Tuition Notes: Please bring your personal carving and layout tools
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Scroll Saw 101 with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The scroll saw is used to make very delicate and precise cuts in ply or hardwood to create decorative accent pieces. This 3 hour class will thoroughly review the functionality of the saw, blade options, and how it can be used most efficiently and productively.
Tuition: $75.00
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Sharpening Turning Tools with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: If you have ever tried to sharpen a gouge, you know how frustrating it can be. We will show you how to save yourself time, frustration and money, and learn to grind your turning tools right the first time, every time. Brian will demonstrate various ways to sharpen your turning tools such as your skews, gouges and scrapers using different sharpening systems. If time permits, you will be able to sharpen a few of your own tools under his watchful eye.
Tuition: $80.00
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Turn a Pepper Mill with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this unique class, students will turn a pepper mill. Brian will show you that spindle turning techniques aren't only used in furniture making. If you own a lathe or were thinking about buying one, this class will show you that there is more to woodturning than bowls and pens.
Tuition: $140.00
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Porter Cable Dovetail Jig 4200 series with Peter Summers
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is a jig familiarization class for the Porter Cable 42XX series 12” Dovetail Jig. Students will use their own jig and tools while making half-blind and through dovetail joints. Dovetail design considerations, jig set up and adjustment, wood positioning in the jig, proper router technique, and joint troubleshooting will be covered in great detail. The instruction manual will be referenced throughout the class.The following tools are HIGHLY recommended :At least one router with ½” collet is required for the half-blind dovetail.Two routers with ½” collets are required for through dovetail joints.Porter Cable 42XX series Dovetail Jig with templates, router bits, guide bushings, and auxiliary fittings.Porter Cable Instruction Manual, Part No. A24602 - 12-04-07, https://www.toolservicenet.com/i/PORTER-CABLE/GLOBALBOM/QU/4210/1/Instruction_Manual/EN/A24602_4210_4212_4216.pdfSupplementary Instruction Manual, Part No. A24033 - 07-06-07, https://www.toolservicenet.com/i/PORTER-CABLE/GLOBALBOM/QU/4210/1/Instruction_Manual/EN/A24033_4210_4212.pdf
Tuition: $100.00
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Making a Colonial Pipe/Candle Box with Hidden Compartment with Ray Journigan
Intermediate/Advanced
Part 2: Tuesday, July 26, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 3: Wednesday, July 27, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 4: Thursday, July 28, 9 AM - 5 PM
Part 5: Friday, July 29, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Minimal Tools Needed, See Instructor
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Don’t let the small size if this project fool you. There is plenty of opportunity for hand tool work in this one. This family keepsake has not only a carved dovetailed drawer, but a hidden compartment as well.Locks being expensive during the 18th Century, furniture makers were called upon to create clever hiding spots in furniture for patrons to be able to secure valuables. This is a great conversation piece. Thedovetails are only 3/16 of an inch testing the ability of the craftsman. The hidden compartment is dovetails as well. This class provides the student the opportunity make a project with hand tools without the great expense of large amounts of lumber.
Tuition: $1,500.00
Tuition Notes: Bring your own wood (cut list provided at sign up) Lumber pack may be purchased upon request (Contact Ray directly)
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Working with VCarve- Level 1 with Jason Carr
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is an introductory course to VCarve software used for designing projects for a CNC (Computer Numerical System) machine. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating and machining a project on a CNC machine.
Tuition: $75.00
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Raised Panel Doors with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In the raised panel door class, Mike teaches the students how to design, measure, and size the door to match the opening of the cabinet. Once that is done, students then cut out all of the parts using the miter saw, table saw, and router table. Each student will make and take home a completed raised panel door.
Tuition: $85.00
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Get a Handle on Knife Making with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: In this class, Brian will teach individuals how to properly assemble and finish a knife kit. Individuals will learn how to complete their kits using different tools including a knife maker's belt grinder. Basic knife sharpening will be covered in this class.Length of class may vary.
Tuition: $85.00
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Turning 101 - Lathe Basics with Brian Gold
Beginner
Tools Required: Safety Glasses Or Face Shield
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Want to learn the basics of wood turning or refresh your skills from Jr. High shop class? This class covers the basics, including shop and lathe safety, tool identification and selection, mounting wood to the lathe and wood selection. In the first half of the class students will turn the handle for a 1/4" turning tool to take home. In the second half they will work on a small project determined by the instructor.
Tuition: $140.00
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Adirondack Chairs with Mike Charlem
All
Part 2: Sunday, August 7, 9 AM - 5 PM
Class Size: 4-6
Description: Spend a weekend with Woodcraft and leave with a traditional Adirondack chair. This course is designed for the entry to intermediate level woodworker who would like to improve their furniture building skills. You will work with both power and hand tools to cut, drill, sand and assemble this classic chair. Instructions, drawings, cypress wood and fasteners are included in the tuition.
Tuition: $325.00
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Bandsaw Basics with Mike Charlem
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The bandsaw is one of your most versatile power tools, and this class will show you how to safely get the most out of it. Mike will show you how to set up your bandsaw for consistent accuracy and teach you proper blade selection. Learn how to perform straight cuts, curves, and how to rough saw cabriole lets. You'll also learn the secrets of resawing: a technique that can save you money and add uniqueness to your projects.
Tuition: $85.00
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Woodworking Fundamentals with Bret Lancaster
All
Part 2: Sunday, August 14, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Each student will make a Shaker style table using the table saw, planer, jointer and router. Safety issues for each of these tools and others will be covered. Students will receive a good foundation for future woodworking endeavors by making a piece of furniture they will be proud to have completed. This is our most popular class - reserve your spot early.
Tuition: $300.00
Tuition Notes: Includes Materials
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Pen Turning with Jason Carr
All
Tools Required: Safety Glasses
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the art of turning your own pens, pencils, and other small objects on the wood lathe. Go from a rough blank to a finished pen, learning all you need to know to make these beautiful holiday gifts. Participants will complete a pen during the class session.
Tuition: $80.00
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Lettering for Carvers with Jim Francis
All
Part 2: Thursday, August 18, 6 PM - 9 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Learn the process of designing a lettered sign and practice the carving skills necessary to execute the design. Topics to be covered include composition, font selection, letter spacing, design transfer to the board, and carving execution.
Tuition: $125.00
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Bowl Turning 102- Fingernail Gouge with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is a skills class designed to expand upon the techniques learned in Basic Bowl turning. You will learn how to do a push cut, pull cut, and shear scrape with a fingernail bowl gouge. Techniques used to sharpen the gouge will be presented. In addition, the student will learn advanced chucking techniques and foot treatments.
Tuition: $140.00
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Working with VCarve- Level 2 with Jason Carr
All
Class Size: 2-6
Description: This is the 2nd class in the series and will advance the skill level of the student to use VCarve software. In this class the student will learn how to use layers, import files, edit vectors, manipulate text and combine multiple toolpaths into one file. The student will design and carve a picture.
Tuition: $75.00
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Date Night with Brian Gold
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-4 couples
Description: Do you and your significant other want to learn basic wood working skills and have fun creating a one of a kind project together? We will provide the food, soft drinks, and materials. You only need to show up and be ready to make some saw dust. Projects will vary from month to month and will consist of small projects such as pens, bottle stoppers/openers, pepper grinders, etc. The tuition of $220 is per couple.
Tuition: $220.00
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Laying out and Carving a Pineapple with Ray Journigan
All
Part 2: Sunday, August 28, 9 AM - 5 PM
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: The pineapple was a sign of hospitality during the 18th century. It could be found as a center cartouche in an entryway pediment, as a newel post topper, hitching post topper, garden gate topper, and many other applications in furniture as well. In this class, let Master Furniture Maker and Carver, Ray Journigan, show you in this two day session, the techniques used to layout and carve this great embellishment.
Tuition: $300.00
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Tablesaw Basics with Mike Charlem
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Without a doubt, the tablesaw is the most important power tool in the shop. Safely ripping stock to width, accurately cutting parts to length, cutting angles, bevels and making tenons and tapers are just a few of the tasks that an accurately set up tablesaw excels at. Understanding how the saw works is one of the goals of this new class and basic common sense safety will be covered thoroughly. We will begin with techniques to make safe and specialized cuts such as making accurate tenons and miters. Saw blade selection, dado blades and some of the commercially available accessories will be discussed. We will also demonstrate some basic but important shop made jigs. While this class will mostly be dom only, students will have the opportunity to do some cutting on the saw in order to make sure that each participant understands the techniques being shown.
Tuition: $100.00
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Making Picture Frames with Peter Summers
All
Tools Required: Eye And Ear Protection
Class Size: 2-6
Description: Have you ever gone to one of those expensive framing shops and been taken back by the cost of a picture frame? Here is the opportunity to learn how to make your own frames and save money. The Picture Framing class will show you the basics for measuring and making your own picture frames. You will be shown how to use woodworking joinery that can be incorporated in your framing projects which are not only functional, but decorative as well. You will use the jointer and table saw to square stock, the table saw and the electric miter saw to cut mitered corners, and the router table to create assorted decorative profiles for your frames. Students will make the components for an 8" X 10" picture frame.
Tuition: $100.00
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