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Fee: $250.00
Instructor: Larry Miller
Student Age: 13+
Location: Larry Miller's Shop
Max Class Size: 5
Seats Available: 2
Dates: 6/7/2024 - 6/8/2024
Days: F Sa Sessions: 2
Note that the course runs at different times on two consecutive days: Friday, 06/07, from 6-8:30pm, and Saturday, 06/08, from 8:30am-4:30pm.
In this 10 hour course spread over an evening and a full day, students will complete a spindle project (a wooden carving mallet, stirring spurtle, or garden dibble - student’s choice) and a small bowl, both of which they’ll take home after the class.
Friday evening will be devoted to safety, and lathe and tool orientation, followed by completion of the student’s choice of a spindle project. Saturday will be devoted to completing Friday’s project if needed, and completion of a small bowl, including finishing. For students interested in acquiring their own lathe or tools, the instructor will provide a catalog and go over different lathe options and tips on how to acquire equipment and tools at reduced cost.
Appropriate for all skill levels. All materials are included. A few days in advance of the class, the instructor will send an e-mail to all students containing a document on woodturning safety and techniques, directions to his shop, what to expect in the class, and what is appropriate attire for safety.
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Fee: $49.00
Instructor: Allie Robins (she/her)
Student Age: 15+
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 705 4th Ave E.
Max Class Size: 7
Seats Available: -5
Dates: 6/12/2024 - 6/12/2024
Times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Days: W Sessions: 1
Do you want to begin woodworking, but don't know where to start? This 3-hour beginner's course will give you an overview of the tools, materials, and knowledge needed to make a project with wood, covering the basics and providing resources for more in-depth skill-building. With a small class size, some of the course content will be tailored to the students' specific interests, such as your goal project(s), tools you already have or are considering, resources for building new skills, and other specific questions.
Topics covered:
- Tool overview: Which power tools, hand tools, and materials you may need (and don't need!) to get started
- Basic shop setup and considerations
- Quick overview of tool use (tailored to specific student interests)
- Planning a project: What to consider; limitations and risks
- Where and how to buy and select wood
- Basics of working with wood (hardness, movement, moisture, grain)
- Measuring and cutting basics
- Brief overview of joinery options (wood joints, fasteners, glues, dowels/biscuits, etc.) and how to choose
- Sanding basics
- Brief overview of finishing products and methods (stains, protective coats, etc.)
Appropriate for all skill levels. All necessary materials will be provided. Students are encouraged to bring a notebook/pen, and all your woodworking questions! You may also bring any small items or photos that you have questions about for projects you are considering. Please wear closed-toe shoes.
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Fee: $145.00
Instructor: Allie Robins (she/her)
Student Age: 14+
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 705 4th Ave E.
Max Class Size: 6
Seats Available: 6
Dates: 6/19/2024 - 6/19/2024
Times: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Days: W Sessions: 1
Make your very own rustic risers while learning important woodworking skills along the way! Use these decorative stands to display plants, add a little height to bookshelf décor or buffets,and more.
Students will:
- Make 1-2 small risers, depending on skill level and speed
- Learn to select pieces of wood with desired characteristics
- Learn to properly measure and mark workpieces
- Learn safety & techniques on the chop saw; cut wood to length
- Learn safety & techniques on power sanders to distress, shape, and smooth wood
- Choose ball feet or cylindrical legs (and cut to desired height)
- Learn basics of a household drill to add dowels to strengthen joints
- Learn finishing options (oils, stains, etc.) and techniques. A few options of low-VOC finishes will be available to be applied in-class, if desired and time-permitting. Students may apply other self-provided finishes at home.
Appropriate for beginners or anyone who would like to refresh their basic woodworking skills. All materials and tools will be provided. Students may bring pen and paper to take notes, and any preferred safety equipment (such as glasses or hearing protection) or small tools from home, if desired. Students should wear closed-toed shoes and dress to allow ease of movement.
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Fee: $175.00
Instructor: Allie Robins (she/her)
Student Age: 15+
Location: Arbutus Folk School, 705 4th Ave E.
Max Class Size: 6
Seats Available: 4
Dates: 6/26/2024 - 6/27/2024
Times: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Days: W Th Sessions: 2
Learn woodworking basics, foundational to any project, while making a decorative rustic blanket ladder to beautifully display blankets, bath towels, or scarves.
This course is designed for beginners with little or no woodworking experience, and will include the following skill-building:
- Project Conceptualization and Planning: How we turn an idea into a specific plan, ask the right questions before starting, and determine what we’ll need (wood, tools, supplies, etc.).
- Wood Selection: Overview of different wood species, where to buy wood, how to select wood for different purposes, and wood movement/moisture.
- Wood Preparation: Instruction on using hand and power tools to measure, mark, and cut. Students will learn safety basics for a power miter saw, and measure and cut their ladder rails and rungs to length.
- Joinery: Overview of general joinery options in woodworking projects, including how to choose the best method for a project. Students will learn measuring and centering tips, as well as the basics of using a household drill and/or drill press to create mortises for the ladder rungs, then use wood glue and clamps to join components together.
- Finishing: Overview of sanding and finishing options for any project (stains, oils, clear finishes, etc.). Students will learn sanding techniques and how to use a power sander if needed.
- Time-permitting, students can choose to finish their ladder in the classroom (choosing from 2 water-based stains or pure mineral oil) or can take their ladder home with instructions for buying and applying their choice of stain, paint, or clearcoat finish. Our ladders will be made in a rustic style to embrace imperfection (including knots, dings, divots, and natural wood variations), but can be refined depending on student preference and time. This ladder is designed for decorati
Appropriate for beginner skill levels or anyone who would like to refresh their basic woodworking skills. All materials and tools will be provided. Students should bring a dust mask for sanding (e.g., disposable N95 mask). Safety glasses and ear protection are provided, or students may bring their own, if desired. Feel free to bring a small hand tool from home that you want practice using. Students may bring paper/pen to take notes and should wear closed-toed shoes and clothing that can get dusty.
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Fee: $250.00
Instructor: Larry Miller
Student Age: 13+
Location: Larry Miller's Shop
Max Class Size: 5
Seats Available: 2
Dates: 7/12/2024 - 7/13/2024
Days: F Sa Sessions: 2
Note that the course runs at different times on two consecutive days: Friday, 07/12, from 6-8:30pm, and Saturday, 07/13, from 8:30am-4:30pm.
In this 10 hour course spread over an evening and a full day, students will complete a spindle project (a wooden carving mallet, stirring spurtle, or garden dibble - student’s choice) and a small bowl, both of which they’ll take home after the class.
Friday evening will be devoted to safety, and lathe and tool orientation, followed by completion of the student’s choice of a spindle project. Saturday will be devoted to completing Friday’s project if needed, and completion of a small bowl, including finishing. For students interested in acquiring their own lathe or tools, the instructor will provide a catalog and go over different lathe options and tips on how to acquire equipment and tools at reduced cost.
Appropriate for all skill levels. All materials are included. A few days in advance of the class, the instructor will send an e-mail to all students containing a document on woodturning safety and techniques, directions to his shop, what to expect in the class, and what is appropriate attire for safety.
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Fee: $250.00
Instructor: Larry Miller
Student Age: 13+
Location: Larry Miller's Shop
Max Class Size: 5
Seats Available: 5
Dates: 8/9/2024 - 8/10/2024
Days: F Sa Sessions: 2
Note that the course runs at different times on two consecutive days: Friday, 08/09, from 6-8:30pm, and Saturday, 08/10, from 8:30am-4:30pm.
In this 10 hour course spread over an evening and a full day, students will complete a spindle project (a wooden carving mallet, stirring spurtle, or garden dibble - student’s choice) and a small bowl, both of which they’ll take home after the class.
Friday evening will be devoted to safety, and lathe and tool orientation, followed by completion of the student’s choice of a spindle project. Saturday will be devoted to completing Friday’s project if needed, and completion of a small bowl, including finishing. For students interested in acquiring their own lathe or tools, the instructor will provide a catalog and go over different lathe options and tips on how to acquire equipment and tools at reduced cost.
Appropriate for all skill levels. All materials are included. A few days in advance of the class, the instructor will send an e-mail to all students containing a document on woodturning safety and techniques, directions to his shop, what to expect in the class, and what is appropriate attire for safety.
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Fee: $250.00
Instructor: Larry Miller
Student Age: 13+
Location: Larry Miller's Shop
Max Class Size: 5
Seats Available: 5
Dates: 9/6/2024 - 9/7/2024
Days: F Sa Sessions: 2
Note that the course runs at different times on two consecutive days: Friday, 09/06, from 6-8:30pm, and Saturday, 09/07, from 8:30am-4:30pm.
In this 10 hour course spread over an evening and a full day, students will complete a spindle project (a wooden carving mallet, stirring spurtle, or garden dibble - student’s choice) and a small bowl, both of which they’ll take home after the class.
Friday evening will be devoted to safety, and lathe and tool orientation, followed by completion of the student’s choice of a spindle project. Saturday will be devoted to completing Friday’s project if needed, and completion of a small bowl, including finishing. For students interested in acquiring their own lathe or tools, the instructor will provide a catalog and go over different lathe options and tips on how to acquire equipment and tools at reduced cost.
Appropriate for all skill levels. All materials are included. A few days in advance of the class, the instructor will send an e-mail to all students containing a document on woodturning safety and techniques, directions to his shop, what to expect in the class, and what is appropriate attire for safety.
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