Classes
Whatever your level of interest or ability we have a class for you. To book a scheduled class click on the links below. We offer many other classes on a bespoke or private individual basis. If you are interested any of our classes or corporate events and private parties and if interested please contact us.
Introductory Classes
Our introductory classes are offered in flexible formats to fit your schedule: one-day intensive sessions for a focused, hands-on introduction; weekend courses that spread foundational skills over two days for a balanced pace; and evening classes designed for working learners who prefer weekday nights. Each format covers the same core curriculum, delivered by experienced instructors with practical exercises and clear learning objectives, so you can choose the schedule that best matches your availability without sacrificing content or support.
Joinery - Joinery is the craft of connecting pieces of wood to form structures, furniture, and components. This introductory class covers fundamental joints, basic tools, material selection, safe workshop practices, and simple project techniques. The goal is to build foundational skills that enable accurate, strong, and durable wooden connections. View Schedule Book Now
Carving - Woodcarving is the art of shaping wood into functional objects, decorative pieces, or sculptural forms using knives, chisels, gouges, and sometimes power tools. Beginning carvers learn to select appropriate wood species, understand grain direction, and practice basic cuts—paring, carving in the round, relief carving, and chip carving—while developing safe tool handling and sharpening skills. Projects often start simple (spoons, small figures, or plaques) and progress to more complex work as control and design sense improve. Woodcarving blends technical skill with creative decision-making, rewarding patience and practice with tactile satisfaction and unique handcrafted results. Characters, Spoon, Architectural
Dovetails - a traditional woodworking joint characterized by interlocking trapezoidal “tails” and “pins” that create a strong, mechanically locked connection without relying solely on glue or fasteners. Commonly used in drawer construction, box-making, and fine furniture, dovetails resist tensile forces and racking because the wider tails prevent the joint from pulling apart. They can be cut by hand with saw and chisel, by router with a jig, or by machine, and come in several styles—through dovetails (fully visible), half-blind dovetails (hidden from one face), and sliding dovetails (used to join parts at right angles along their length). Mastery of layout and fitting produces both durable joinery and a visible mark of craftsmanship valued in woodworking.
Kumiko - a traditional Japanese craft that assembles intricate geometric patterns from thin, interlocking wood pieces without nails or glue. Originating in the Edo period, kumiko is most often used in shoji screens, transom panels, and decorative furniture, showcasing precise joinery and a deep respect for material and proportion. Craftspeople cut and shape small slats of wood—typically softwoods like cedar or paulownia—then fit them together using angled joints and fine grooves to form motifs ranging from simple lattices to elaborate, symbolic designs such as asanoha (hemp leaf) or kikkō (tortoiseshell). The process demands acute measurement, steady hand skills, and patience; finished kumiko emphasizes natural grain, light passage, and subtle shadow, blending utility and ornamentation in Japanese interior aesthetics.
Woodturning - Woodturning is a craft that uses a lathe to shape wood into symmetrical, often cylindrical forms by rotating the workpiece while tools remove material. Beginners typically start with simple projects—bowls, spindles, pens, or small platters—to learn essential skills: mounting stock safely, controlling cutting tools, managing grain direction, and developing clean finishing techniques. Successful woodturning requires attention to sharp tools, proper tool rest positioning, and steady hand control to avoid catches and ensure smooth surfaces. With practice, turners expand into more complex shapes, multi-axis work, segmented turning, and decorative techniques like carving, texturing, and finishing to highlight wood grain and form.
Project Based Classes
Project-based classes give students hands-on experience building a variety of finished pieces that integrate the fundamental skills introduced in the introductory courses, including joinery, carving, and turning. Each project guides learners through planning, material selection, and executing techniques—ranging from precise dovetails and mortise-and-tenon joints to surface shaping and lathe work—so they can apply those skills in cohesive, real-world builds. By the end of each project, students will have completed tangible items such as cabinets, tables, chairs, and boxes, demonstrating not only technical competence but also an understanding of design, fit, and finishing that prepares them for more advanced woodworking challenges.
Projects include
Wall cabinet
Cabinetry
End Table
Night Stand
Bookcase
Windsor Chair
Welsh Stick Chair
3 legged Stool
Dovetail Boxes and Chests
Mitred Boxes
Hand Plane Making
Kumiko Lanterns
Kids Classes
Introduce children to the joy of making with our kids woodworking classes — safe, hands-on workshops that teach basic tool skills, measuring, sanding, and finishing while encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and confidence. Each session is age-appropriate, led by experienced instructors, and includes pre-cut materials, clear demonstrations, and close supervision so students can complete a fun, take-home project. Classes emphasize safety, teamwork, and a positive, supportive environment where young makers learn practical skills and pride in their work.
After School sessions
Homeschool Groups
Special Ed
Access to material skills for Schools
Cub/Scout Activites and Badges
Future Classes with interest/waiting list dates to be confirmed
Welsh Stick Chair $600* BookInfo
Kumiko Lanterns