Handcrafted Pens: Wood Turning Wprkshop
Schedule
Sat Dec 20 2025 at 12:00 pm to 02:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
770 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06510 | New Haven, CT
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Discover the joy of crafting your own pens in this hands-on workshop! Pens are one of the most-used objects in daily life, and making one yourself from wood or acrylic is both satisfying and surprisingly accessible. As we head into the season of gatherings and gift-giving, this workshop offers a perfect opportunity to create three custom pens—great to keep, share, or turn into thoughtful last-minute gifts.�What to Expect:�Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to create pens from start to finish. Over the course of the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to make 3 custom pens—perfect for yourself, family, or friends. Using a specialist pen lathe that is both safe and easy to operate, you'll be guided through the entire process without needing any prior woodworking experience.
Skills You'll Acquire:�- Proficiency in using a pen lathe for woodworking.�- Techniques for crafting pens from wood.�- Customizing the shape and style of your pens to suit your creativity.
What's Provided:�- All necessary materials.�- Expert instruction and guidance to ensure you master the pen-making process.
Who Should Attend:�- Individuals with no prior woodworking experience.�- Anyone interested in learning a new skill and creating personalized, handcrafted pens.�- Craft enthusiasts looking to expand their creative repertoire.
Prerequisites/Safety Information:�- No prior experience necessary; beginners are warmly welcomed.�- All materials and tools will be provided.�- Safety instructions and guidance will be given to ensure a safe and enjoyable workshop experience.
By the end of this workshop, you'll have beautifully crafted pens and the skills to continue creating on your own. Join us and unlock your potential in pen-making!
Instructor: Alexander Platt
Workshop Ticket Fee:
Standard Public Ticket: $91.00
Member Rate: $78.00
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=683&reset=1
Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email [email protected]
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