Class Details
- Saturday 10 am to 4pm & Sunday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Note: class may run longer or shorter)
- Class Size: 6
- Hands On Class
- We provide most tools and materials. See note below about what to bring to class.
- Class includes a lunch break. You can bring your lunch or eat at one of the restaurants in the area.
- This class takes place at our store in Atlanta
Class Description
This is a wonderful class for both beginning and intermediate woodworkers! In this class you will have exposure to wood shop safety and the proper use of hand and stationary power tools. You’ll learn how to properly operate a jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, sander and router as you make the components for a cutting board.
Beyond just learning the ins and outs of power tools, Char will walk you through proper glue up and clamping techniques to avoid tedious clean up, wood alignment issues, and the different clamp styles generally used for woodworking projects. Finally, the class will end with how to finish and maintain your cutting board for years of use; or so it really pops when someone special unwraps it as a finely handcrafted present!
This class will provide you with the confidence and knowledge to know your way around shop tools, so you can get a jump start on your woodworking hobby, career, or side gig!
This class is less intense than our other Fundamentals of Woodworking class, but covers the same fundamental tool skills.
Please bring the following items with you to class:
- Pencil
- Combination Square (If you have one)
- Tape Measure
- Dial Caliper (If you have one)
- Comfortable Eye Protection
- Dust Mask
For your safety, be sure to wear closed toe footwear and remove all jewelry before class.
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Recommended Reading
- Woodworking Basics by Peter Korn
- The Complete Manual of Woodworking by Albert Jackson, David Day and Simon Jennings
- Great Book of Woodworking Tips by Randy Johnson
