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WoodWorks seminars and hands-on workshops are two hours long and taught by accomplished professionals who put their heart, soul and reputation into every class. We cover a broad range of topics, providing how-to information along with useful techniques designed to improve your results, further your skills and stretch your vision of woodworking.
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Seminars & Hands-On Workshops At-a-Glance Click on any seminar, hands-on workshop title or presenter name for more details. Seminars are shown in RED. Hands-on workshops are shown in BLUE.
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Secret Drawers, Hidden Compartments and Locking Mechanisms Charles Bender Secret drawers and hidden compartments have long been a part of furniture making, adding intrigue and extra dimensions to the work. Often associated with traditional furniture, it’s easy to incorporate the same features in any furniture style from contemporary to experimental. In this informative class with Charles, you’ll see how to make secret drawers and hidden compartments, a variety of locking mechanisms and learn how to build them into your next project.
Essential Hand Planes: Choosing, Tuning, Using Craig Bentzley No matter how many power tools you own, nothing can substitute for a few well-tuned hand planes in your shop. The dilemma for most beginners is choosing which ones are most important and what is required to make them work effectively. Craig’s seminar will
eliminate the mystique about the spectrum of hand planes, get you planing quickly and easily and as a bonus, you’ll have an opportunity to try many of the different types and models for yourself.
Using and Understanding Aniline Dye Stain Glen Huey In this practical class Glen discusses the process to achieve fool-proof finishes, using aniline dye stain. He explains in depth which type of dye stain works best and why, how to tackle inevitable glue spots, how and when to use additional products to improve the quality of the finished piece. You’ll learn how this finishing process enhances any project, using nothing more than a brush. Participants will stain a sample complete with a shellac topcoat.
Hand Tool Joinery: Beyond the Basics Frank Klausz Frank zooms in on joinery skills, applications and techniques. You’ll learn how to hand cut through and half blind dovetails, sliding dovetails, finger joints and rabbeted joints. Carcass and casework are also discussed. Watch and learn from his unique hand planing techniques as he explains how to create perfect edge joints, when and how to make them stronger. Frank discusses design considerations that impact on lay-out and fitting as he shares his tried and tested methods.
Furniture Joinery with the Router Glen Huey Learn to use your router to achieve great results so you can produce a variety of classic joints necessary to build any style of furniture. In this fast paced class Glen demonstrates his mastery of the router as he teaches you how to set up and create many traditional joints, including: half-lap, mortise and tenon and dovetail joints, along with many additional useful joints that can be used to expand your joinery options.
Ornamental Veneer Work and Inlay Steve Latta Steve begins with the possibilities that veneer work and inlay can bring to your furniture. He covers the fundamentals of veneering; adhesives and substrates and then jumps ahead to some of the unique patterns and designs that can be easily executed. Inlay, setting fine woods and metals into the background are discussed too. The little details can add volumes to your work and Steve focuses on several. The techniques aren’t complicated and you’ll learn specific skills of each.
Sharpening: Which Method Is For You? Craig Bentzley Sharpening is the most important skill every woodworker must master but with all the methods and products available, it can be very confusing. Craig covers the sharpening spectrum, including oil stones, water stones, diamond stones, sandpaper on glass, and power sharpening. Jigs, honing guides, and strops are also discussed. You’ll learn about advantages of one method over another, which approach is best for you and how to find a system that suits your preference and your budget.
Making Crisp Moldings Steve Latta What separates good work from great work is how “clean” it is. Tear-out, rounded corners, chipped edges detract from the quality of furniture. In this class Steve discusses strategies for making precise moldings on the table saw and router table, focusing on making moldings that can accentuate your work and doing so with minimum tear-out and clean-up. He’ll also cover making identical pieces, using stock bits and how to combine multiple cutters to generate unique and distinct profiles.
Three Essential Power Tools for Beginners Charles Bender Want to get started doing woodworking projects but feel confused about the different types of equipment needed and your budget is limited? Charles is the problem-solver for you. In this useful class, he covers three essential tools to buy first: table saw, bandsaw and the router and what to look for when shopping to buy them. You’ll learn about jigs you can make and how using these foundation tools means there isn’t much a beginner can’t do.
Mastering Your Table Saw Frank Klausz Many woodworkers believe table saws are the most important tool in a shop, so if you aren’t getting the most from yours, Frank will teach you how. Beginning with proper set-up, he explains how to safely and efficiently produce clean, accurate cuts. He’ll cover dadoing, ripping, rabbeting, cross cutting and other woodworking operations. Frank discusses important features to look for when buying your saw, which blades work best, and how to outfit your saw with the best accessories and jigs.
HANDS-ON WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Turn a Gatsby Pen Barry Gross Learn to turn a slim line pen (single barrel) made from highly figured burl wood. First you’ll watch as Barry demonstrates the entire process and how to use a roughing gouge, spindlemaster and skew and then it’s your turn to turn. Even if you have never turned before, you can turn this one-of-a-kind fine writing instrument. The pen will be beautifully finished using Barry’s unique formula and ready to use. Create a keepsake and have a blast. Class size limited to 8.
Make a Hickory Stool Geoffrey Noden Geoffrey’s workshop is all fun as you learn how to use inexpensive hand tools to make a simple footstool. First, you’ll watch Geoffrey go through the entire assembly process as he shows you how to work “green”(wet) wood to form the legs and seat base and then weave a seat from the inner bark of hickory trees. After that, you make your own stool to take home and enjoy forever. Class size limited to 6.
Make a Mahogany Tissue Box Cover Frank Klausz Frank demonstrates his world renowned artistry for making hand cut dovetails as part of the joinery for this project, then he shows how the joints fit together to create the box cover. After that, it’s your turn to pick up a saw. You’ll begin by marking dovetails using Frank’s simple method then it’s time to clamp the work and get sawing. Add a beautiful medallion to the basic cover, by registering for Jane Burke’s, Marquetry and Inlay Workshop too. Class size limited to 8.
Make a Turned Awl Beth Ireland This hands-on workshop is pure fun, but gets you safely on a lathe in minutes and in two hours, you’ll learn to turn and take home an awl. Beth covers a wide range of practical information on turning and the basic elements of spindle turning, measuring, sizing, and finishing. The awl is a tool used in all parts of woodworking for marking and punching and you’ll make your own tool that you can use for years to come. Class size limited to 8.
Marquetry and Inlay Workshop Jane Burke In this hands-on workshop you’ll make a marquetry medallion using different wood veneers which are cut with a craft knife. Marquetry is a versatile art form which will add value and beauty to any of your woodworking projects. After completing this workshop you will have the skills to create beautiful pictures in wood, make inlays which can be inlaid into furniture, or to liven up an existing piece of furniture. Bring your reading glasses. Class size limited to 8.
Make a Shaker Bench Glen Huey This is a fun project for beginning woodworkers or anyone who hasn’t worked with wood. You’ll learn how to properly mill lumber and gain the most use from your stock, to create simple joinery using a router and learn safe operation procedures while cutting on the bandsaw. The bench is made from poplar and painted with simulated milk paint. Glen takes you step-by-step through the entire process; you’ll take home new woodworking skills and a completed Shaker Bench. Class size limited to 8.
Make Your Own Bandsaw Box Geoffrey Noden Get your hands on the bandsaw under Geoffrey’s watchful eye. He’ll walk you through the procedure for quickly cutting and finishing a lidded bandsaw box and you’ll not only keep the finished box, but also the knowledge of how to make if safely. You’ll see several variations on the design to spark your creativity in making your own boxes and you’ll probably pick up a few pointers on general bandsaw techniques as well. Class size is limited to 8.
FULL SHOW PASS Good for one day or the entire weekend. No seminar ticket purchase required. Online: $9 (SAVE $3) On Site: $12 With Coupon: $11 (SAVE $1)
GREEN PASSES Good for all three days. Help conserve energy. Carpool with three friends. Save gas, reduce emissions. Save even more money. Order your Green Passes today! Online: $8 (SAVE $4 per ticket) (Minimum order: 4 tickets)
ONE-DAY PASS No seminar or hands-on workshop purchase required.
Online: $8 (SAVE $2) On Site: $10
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GIFT PASS Need a special gift for your favorite woodworker? Any seminar, hands-on workshop or Box Sets may be purchased in advance for your loved one or friend.
BOX SETS Box sets are only available for online/advance orders. Limit one package per customer. Box set "A": $125 (2 seminar tickets + 1 full show pass), (SAVE $57) Box set "B": $160 (3 seminar tickets + 1 full show pass), (SAVE $107) Box set "C": $165 (1 hands-on workshop ticket + 1 seminar ticket + 1 full show pass), (SAVE $57) Box set "D": $190 (2 hands-on workshops + 1 full show pass), (SAVE $72) Box set "E": $300 (6 seminar tickets + 2 full show passes), (SAVE $234)
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Class sizes are limited. Show passes are non-refundable. Seminar and workshop cancellations are subject to a $10 processing fee. 100% refund if cancelled by WoodWorks / Three Willows Productions, LLC.
