In this class the student will learn how to make a cutting board using different types of wood. You will learn how to measure, cut, glue, and round off the edges of the board and then put on a finish. By the end of the class the students will have the knowledge to go to their own shop and make many more cutting boards for friends and family.
This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
In this hands on class each student will be shown how to turn a traditional pepper mill using a pre-drilled peppermill blank and then each student will turn a peppermill that they can take home. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
Students will be taught the various tools used in hand carving a spoon and techniques for properly taking care of a carved spoon.
In this introductory course, students will learn the basics of creating designs for laser machines, students will learn how to create and scale text and vector images. Students will learn how to adjust power and speed for thru cuts or engraving of different materials. The focus of this class is learning the software, there will not be time for each student to individually run the laser machine for something they can take home but the instructor will demonstrate setting up and running a laser machine. No prior experience with laser machines is necessary.
Make an acrylic pen from start to finish. In this class you will cut the acrylic, drill the hole and glue in the tubes. You'll learn the lathe parts and use carbide tools and to turn, sand, polish and assemble an acrylic slim line pen.
Make a wood pen from start to finish. In this class you will cut the wood, drill the hole and glue in the tubes. You'll learn the lathe parts and use traditional tools and to turn, sand and assemble a wood slim line pen with a friction polish finish.
This is a 2 part class, All students attend both dates. Tuition includes the 1st & 2nd date. In this class students will be introduced to the process of making an epoxy river table, including mold construction, slab preparation, and epoxy pouring. Several different epoxy options will be discussed, along with dye and dust coloring. In part one, students will build the mold, cut and treat the slab, and pour the river. In part two, students will be instructed on how to prepare their river table for an epoxy top coat using several power tools such as the table saw, jointer, various sanders, and router table. After preparing, the top coat will be poured and projects would be ready for pickup in about a day.
Students will make a full size chess board from two contrasting wood types by using various tools such as the table saw, planer, and router table. Proper gluing and clamping techniques will be discussed as well as several finishing options. The skills learned in the class can be applied to other projects such as cutting or charcuterie boards. Also consider taking the "Scroll Saw: Chess Pieces" class that is typically offered a few weeks before this class!
Make 2 pens! Caleb will give you hands on instruction step by step to make 1 pen. Then he will let you repeat those steps to commit them to memory while being available to help as needed while you make a 2nd pen. Making 2 pens back to back is a great way to get you comfortable enough to go home and make pens on your own!
For all "Date Night" classes, the tuition includes up to two people making the same project together. Looking for a unique and creative date night experience? In this hands-on class, you and your partner will use the Shaper Origin to cut out beautiful 4” wooden coasters and personalize them with custom designs using the Xtool F1 laser engraver. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want a fun night out, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. At the end of the night, you'll take home a set of four handcrafted coasters—designed and made by you! No prior experience is needed. Just bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the rest!
In this course the student will learn to identify the different types of scroll saws and blades while gaining an understanding of which blade is used for which material. The student will also learn the basic operating principles of the scroll saw including changing blade tension, blade speed, and table angle. Learning proper safety including basic shop safety, personal safety, and safe procedures using the scroll saw will be stressed. This is a hands on class where the student will learn how to make different types of cuts and make some simple projects that can be taken home.
Make a standup puzzle of any word or name. The instructor will provide you with "tiles" of letters that can be combined to form a word or name and a template for adding puzzle pieces that join the letters together. You will then attach this pattern to the wood and cut the wood with the scroll saw. Then you'll have time to sand and dye the puzzle. You'll leave with a set of the tiles and the puzzle piece template so you'll be able to make more puzzles on your own.
Get started with the basics of spindle turning at the lathe. In this exciting hands-on class you'll learn the skills required to start making spindles on the lathe as you turn two objects: a cove and bead stick and a vase. Tools covered include the roughing gouge, the spindle gouge, and the parting tool.
This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
Make 3 Darts! The instructor will give you hands on instruction step by step to make 1 Dart. Then he will let you repeat those steps to commit them to memory while being available to help as needed while you make a total of 3 darts. Making 3 darts back to back is a great way to get you comfortable enough to go home and make more on your own!
Students will turn the handle for an pizza cutter, assemble it and take the pizza cutter home with them.
This class can teach someone new to the lathe how to make a bowl and can help an intermediate student refine their skills. Topics that will be covered in class: proper tool rest set up, proper approach and angle for efficient cutting, differences between the three different cutters (rougher, finisher and detail), scraping, shear cutting and sharpening. Students will practice the cuts appropriate for shaping and smoothing the inside and outside using traditional tools or carbide tools. Students will turn a bowl in this class. At the end of the class students should be able to turn a bowl on their own. Students are encouraged, although not required, to bring their own tools for an easier transition of skills from class to your own shop.
Make 3 Darts! The instructor will give you hands on instruction step by step to make 1 Dart. Then he will let you repeat those steps to commit them to memory while being available to help as needed while you make a total of 3 darts. Making 3 darts back to back is a great way to get you comfortable enough to go home and make more on your own!