Woodshop: Woodworking 101

Get started making things with wood. A great introduction to the tools and techniques you'll need to make awesome projects out of wood.
About this Event

In this class, you'll learn to use the most common woodworking power tools. In addition, we'll show you how to choose the right wood for your project, cover assembly techniques and apply finishes.

At the end of class you'll walk away with a nice birdhouse to hang in the yard.

Material fee: $10 This can be paid in cash or Venmo at the beginning of the class.

Class duration: 3 hours

Instructor

Craig Erickson has been a woodworker for several years and has built everything from birdhouses to custom fine furniture.

Questions? [email protected]

Cancellation Policy: Attendees must register for classes or request cancellations/refunds 72 hours in advance. (Some classes may require more time.) Eventbrite fees will be charged to the attendee. No walk-ins.

Class outline

1. Safety

2. Tools

3. Materials

4. Assembly

5. Finishing

Safety

1. Personal protection equipment (PPE)

2. Best practices

Tools

1. Mitre saw

2. Drills

3. Table saw

4. Router

5. Sanders

Materials

1. Hardwood versus softwoods

2. Plywood

3. Rot resistant woods

4. MDF and others

Assembly

1. Nails, screws or glue?

2. Nails

3. Screws

4. Glue

Finishing your project

1. Sanding and finishing wood

2. Finishes: paint

3. Finishes: polyurethane, shellac, varnish, laquer, etc.

4. Finishes: oils

5. Applying finishes: brushes, sprayers, hand-rubbed