Intro to Woodshop w/ Leanne

This 2.5-hour workshop teaches how to use the large stationary woodworking machines in Clear Creek Makerspace. $35 per participant ($30 for CCM members using their discount code).

Partcipants will be introduced to each machine, provided operational overview, safety considerations, and have hands-on experience.

At the end of this course you will receive an email to the CCM Woodshop Quiz. Passing this short quiz is part of the requirement for members to gain personal woodshop access.

No prior experience needed for this course, all supplies and materials are provided.

Please wear comfortable well-fitted clothing, close-toed shoes, put your hair up, and be prepared to get a little dirty!

This is a combined course that covers the topics in Benchtop Basics and Processing Raw Lumber. You will learn the fundamentals of how to mill raw lumber and safely use the stationary woodworking equipment through hands-on experience.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this workshop covers essential techniques and tools for successful woodworking projects!

As part of the course, you'll learn:

• Miter saw for rough cross cuts
• Jointing a face and edge
• Planing for square and thickness
• Ripping and cross cuts on a table saw
• Band saw for rough shaping
• How to safely use a router table for edge detailing
• How to safely use a drill press

Hi there, I’m Leanne! I began to learn woodworking from my grandfather when I was about 5 years old and kept the hobby up ever since. I’m originally from California, but I’ve been in Colorado for about 14 years. I’m one of the newer woodshop volunteers and am looking forward to teaching people the basics to help them get comfortable learning a new and awesome hobby. Outside of CCM, I own a business making wooden handbags and enjoy doing all things Colorado. I look forward to meeting you!