Create a free-standing sculpture with both wood and glass elements. You’ll explore the sculptural properties of wood while learning some basic woodworking skills. Then, you’ll learn how to incorporate glass into your piece. This class is for students skilled in either glass or wood. Students can build upon the skills they know in one media, […]
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work on practical projects for your room. This class is held in our woodshop with powertools, so safety and creativity are our number one priority!
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work in small groups to build go-carts that we’ll race on the final day of class. Learn how to use the drill press, band saw, drill and jigsaw in the woodshop. There’s an emphasis on teamwork and safety.
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work in small groups to build go-carts that we’ll race on the final day of class. Learn how to use the drill press, band saw, drill and jigsaw in the woodshop. There’s an emphasis on teamwork and safety.
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work in small groups to build go-carts that we’ll race on the final day of class. Learn how to use the drill press, band saw, drill and jigsaw in the woodshop. There’s an emphasis on teamwork and safety.
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work in small groups to build go-carts that we’ll race on the final day of class. Learn how to use the drill press, band saw, drill and jigsaw in the woodshop. There’s an emphasis on teamwork and safety.
read moreDo you have a wood or furniture project in mind but need help in design, construction, wood selection or building techniques? This class is designed to help you through that process. Submit your ideas and pictures two weeks before classes start and we can work together to make your vision a reality.
read moreBring your mask designs to life. Combining demonstrations and hands-on learning, we’ll cover sculpting methods, plaster mold making, latex casting and painting techniques. These skills will be handy for Halloween, film projects, performance art and more. You’ll get to take home your wearable mask and plaster mold.
read moreCreate a small, functional object out of concrete, such as a small bench, stool, side table, or planter. You’ll learn how to properly pour and cast concrete into molds. We’ll also explore different techniques for creating textures and colors on the outer surface of the concrete object.
read moreLearn to make wooden platters that can be used as cutting boards, cheese platters or cookie trays. Combine multiple wood types and try your hand at carving embellishments to create functional platters, perfect for everyday use in the kitchen. Bread boards, charcuterie boards, and cheese boards, oh my!
read moreTransform your furniture from trash to treasure. You’ll learn nine paint techniques including distressing, antiquing and applying metallic finishes. We’ll go over the differences between chalk, milk and latex paint and discuss how to select the best furniture pieces and make minor repairs. You’ll learn to paint and protect your finished product. We’ll practice on […]
read moreLearn the art of cane weaving, a method of applying rattan cane or rattan peel to a piece of furniture. This technique is most often used for chair seats and backs and dates back to the 1700s. You’ll explore basic cane weaving techniques on a wooden frame, and leave this workshop ready to cane or […]
read moreLearn about selected joints used in furniture making. You’ll craft useful wooden joints that you can practice making later to gain confidence in making furniture and other woodworking projects.
read moreLearn to weave a Danish corded seat. You’ll receive a small wood stool and be taught how to weave a seat in the classic Danish, mid–century method. You’ll finish the class with a completed step stool and the necessary skills to pursue this craft on your own.
read moreLearn to make wooden hand brushes and gain new skills with hand tools (carving knives, gouges, rasps and files) as well as machines (bandsaw, drill press and sanders). Use these brushes to wipe off counters and work desks (and hang beautifully on the wall when not in use).
read moreTransform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional stool or box. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.
read moreTransform rough-cut lumber into a small, functional stool or box. You’ll learn to use a table saw, planer, router and a variety of hand tools.
read moreLearn the basics of leatherwork and simple shoe construction to make a basic sandal that’s custom fitted to your foot.
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work in small groups to build go-carts that we’ll race on the final day of class. Learn how to use the drill press, band saw, drill and jigsaw in the woodshop. There’s an emphasis on teamwork and safety.
read moreLearn how to make your own stretcher for painting. We’ll cut and shape the wood for stretcher bars, assemble the frame, stretch canvas and apply a primer. Learn to use the table saw, the miter saw and cordless drills. Each student will make and take home a 16” x 16″ finished stretcher.
read moreLearn the art of reupholstery and give your arm chair a fresh, new look. You’ll learn basic safety tips for tools and safe handling of furniture. Then, you’ll strip the existing fabric and recover it using traditional methods of tacks and curve needles to blind stitch your fabric. You’ll learn traditional methods of reupholstery that […]
read moreExplore spoon carving, a wonderful introduction to woodworking that combines both hand and machine work. You’ll learn to use hand tools such as chisels, gouges, rasps and files to hollow and shape. You’ll also use the bandsaw, drill press and sanders. Enjoy your next meal with one of the hand–carved spoons, bowls, cheese boards or […]
read moreExplore spoon carving, a wonderful introduction to woodworking that combines both hand and machine work. You’ll learn to use hand tools such as chisels, gouges, rasps and files to hollow and shape. You’ll also use the bandsaw, drill press and sanders. Enjoy your next meal with one of the hand–carved spoons, bowls, cheese boards or […]
read moreExplore spoon carving, a wonderful introduction to woodworking that combines both hand and machine work. You’ll learn to use hand tools such as chisels, gouges, rasps and files to hollow and shape. You’ll also use the bandsaw, drill press and sanders. Enjoy your next meal with one of the hand–carved spoons, bowls, cheese boards or […]
read moreExplore spoon carving, a wonderful introduction to woodworking that combines both hand and machine work. You’ll learn to use hand tools such as chisels, gouges, rasps and files to hollow and shape. You’ll also use the bandsaw, drill press and sanders. Enjoy your next meal with one of the hand-carved spoons, bowls, cheese boards or […]
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