Learn Dovetail Joinery - FULL
Aug
30
to Aug 31

Learn Dovetail Joinery - FULL

  • Sam Beauford Woodshop (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This class is geared toward people who have beginner woodworking skills and want to learn more advanced techniques, but students new to the woodshop are also welcome to join! Students will learn the skill of hand cut dovetails while using layout tools, chisels and handsaws. At the end of the class, you will take home a step stool that is practical yet beautiful enough to leave out on display.

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Sculpted Elegance: Crafting a Maloof-Inspired Rocker - FULL
Sep
1
to Sep 6

Sculpted Elegance: Crafting a Maloof-Inspired Rocker - FULL

  • Sam Beauford Woodshop (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join master woodworker Jeff Wyatt in our Sculpted Elegance: Crafting a Maloof-Inspired Rocker course, where you will design and build a beautiful, sculptured rocking chair inspired by the iconic style of Sam Maloof. Over the course of this workshop, you’ll dive deep into advanced woodworking techniques, blending both artistry and craftsmanship to create a functional piece of art.

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Sharpening Edge Tools
Sep
5
10:00 AM10:00

Sharpening Edge Tools

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Have you ever wanted to unlock the secrets of a razor-sharp edge? Join SBWI Alumni and Instructor Carolyn Racine for a one day workshop on sharpening hand planes and chisels. The key to using hand tools correctly is a sharp edge - learn how the masters make it look so easy. Learn several techniques to make your hand plane and chisel edge “shaving sharp”.

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Intro to Woodturning - FULL
Sep
6
to Sep 7

Intro to Woodturning - FULL

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend. Projects to be completed include a woodcarving mallet and a bowl as well as various knick-knacks that will be created while doing exercises.

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Hand Plane Restoration
Sep
7
10:00 AM10:00

Hand Plane Restoration

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  • Google Calendar ICS

We’ll get that old dusty hand plane back into action in this one day workshop! We will polish, sharpen, and tune up the body of your hand plane to get it into user ready condition. The key to using hand tools correctly is a sharp edge and proper setup - learn how the masters make it look so easy.

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Windsor Continuous Arm Chair - 1 spot left!
Sep
8
to Sep 14

Windsor Continuous Arm Chair - 1 spot left!

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Build a Windsor Continuous Arm Chair with Chair maker Luke A. Barnett. Students will join us for a 7-day class. We will start with logs on Monday morning and finish with a continuous armchair on Saturday. Students who have not completed their chair or are making a rocking chair will return Sunday.

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Intro to Woodturning
Sep
13
to Sep 14

Intro to Woodturning

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend. Projects to be completed include a woodcarving mallet and a bowl as well as various knick-knacks that will be created while doing exercises.

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Introduction to Timber Frame Engineering: Design/Make/Break
Sep
19
to Sep 21

Introduction to Timber Frame Engineering: Design/Make/Break

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Starting with an overview on how to determine the forces and loads a traditional timber frame structure (or really any structure) will see over the course of its lifetime, the course focus will transition into sizing of beams, as well as a primer on basic joinery and connection design. In order to break up the class room portion, we will design a basic timber frame joint, calculate its allowable design strength, and then fabricate it out of timber. After the joints are fabricated, we will “bust” them by pulling them apart using a hydraulic load frame, with friendly bragging rights awarded for the best prediction of strength and best capacity.

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Timber Framing
Sep
22
to Sep 27

Timber Framing

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This course focuses on timber frames. Students will learn about material science of wood, what makes a timber frame appealing, and why timber frames are more environmentally friendly, sustainable, and energy-efficient than traditional stick frame structures.

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Turning Finials and Ornaments
Sep
27
9:00 AM09:00

Turning Finials and Ornaments

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Spend a full day at the lathe with woodturner Matt Harber and dive into the art of creating elegant finial perfect toppers for ornaments, lidded boxes, or display turnings. You’ll turn three classic styles: Conical / Tapered Finial, Spiral Ribbon Finial, and Topper Finial.

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Upholstery Basics: Wrap and Staple Essentials - FULL
Sep
27
10:00 AM10:00

Upholstery Basics: Wrap and Staple Essentials - FULL

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Begin your upholstery journey with this entry level and versatile project - a wrapped and stapled seat cushion. Whether you want to reupholster old furniture or add upholstery to furniture you build, this class will teach you the basic tools and techniques. The wrap and staple upholstery method can be used on a variety of furniture pieces such as dining chairs, bar stools, ottomans, head boards and more.

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Women & Non-Binary: Woodshop Safety
Oct
11
9:00 AM09:00

Women & Non-Binary: Woodshop Safety

Learn all about the most common power tools and make your own tool caddy! Using woodworking machines without proper training can be dangerous. This course will teach you to use tools safely so you can focus on enjoying your time in the shop.

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Comprehensive Lumber Grading with Bob Vogel
Oct
11
10:00 AM10:00

Comprehensive Lumber Grading with Bob Vogel

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Join us at the SBWI for an exclusive one-day Lumber Grading course led by industry veteran Bob Vogel, former CEO of Hardwoods of Michigan. In 2010, Bob was named as one of North Americas 50 most influential people in the hardwood lumber Industry.

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Balloon Back or Fan Back Windsor Side Chair
Oct
20
to Oct 24

Balloon Back or Fan Back Windsor Side Chair

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Build a Windsor Balloon Back or Fan Back Side Chair with Chairmaker Luke A. Barnett. Students will join us for a 5-day class. Students can choose to build either a balloon back or a fan back side chair.

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Intro to Woodturning - FULL
Oct
25
to Oct 26

Intro to Woodturning - FULL

  • Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend. Projects to be completed include a woodcarving mallet and a bowl as well as various knick-knacks that will be created while doing exercises.

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Upholstery Basics: Wrap and Staple Essentials
Oct
25
10:00 AM10:00

Upholstery Basics: Wrap and Staple Essentials

  • Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Begin your upholstery journey with this entry-level and versatile project - a wrapped and stapled seat cushion. Whether you want to reupholster old furniture or add upholstery to furniture you build, this class will teach you the basic tools and techniques. The wrap and staple upholstery method can be used on a variety of furniture pieces such as dining chairs, bar stools, ottomans, head boards and more.

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Finishing Basics
Oct
26
10:00 AM10:00

Finishing Basics

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have a nearly complete project at home that’s ready for that perfect finishing touch? (Or two? We all do!) Let’s tackle one together in this hands-on finishing workshop. We will demystify the many different wood finishes on the market and how to choose the right finish for your project. You will learn best practices for surface preparation, application methods, and achieving your desired aesthetics. 

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End Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board - 4 spots left!
Nov
8
to Nov 9

End Grain Butcher Block Cutting Board - 4 spots left!

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  • Google Calendar ICS

End grain cutting boards and butcher blocks are very durable and with proper care can last for generations. They are great for form and function as they are both beautiful and utilitarian. Use them daily in your kitchen or just leave them on your counter for decoration, they are great conversation pieces.

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Shaker Oval Boxes
Nov
8
9:00 AM09:00

Shaker Oval Boxes

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Spend a day mastering the Shakers’ timeless method for bending thin wood into elegant oval boxes. Through live demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice, you’ll discover how heat and moisture make wood flexible, then learn the precise steps for shaping, fastening, and finishing a matched set of three nesting boxes. No prior experience or tools are required—all materials and equipment are provided.

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Scroll Saw Ornaments
Nov
9
9:00 AM09:00

Scroll Saw Ornaments

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn scroll saw basics while creating a unique, handcrafted ornament - the perfect gift to loved ones or a little slice of holiday cheer. In this class, students will learn scroll saw safety with proper blade selection, installation, and tension. You will also learn how to transfer a pattern, proper techniques with cutting, blade-entry holes, and table squaring. Students can choose from a variety of ornament designs and will be able to create multiple pieces to take home. We will also have milk paint available to add embellishment to your ornament.

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Learn Dovetail Joinery - FULL
Nov
22
to Nov 23

Learn Dovetail Joinery - FULL

  • Sam Beauford Woodshop (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This class is geared toward people who have beginner woodworking skills and want to learn more advanced techniques, but students new to the woodshop are also welcome to join! Students will learn the skill of hand cut dovetails while using layout tools, chisels and handsaws. At the end of the class, you will take home a step stool that is practical yet beautiful enough to leave out on display.

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Modern Windsor Rocking Chair - 3 spots left!
Dec
8
to Dec 14

Modern Windsor Rocking Chair - 3 spots left!

  • Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Build a Modern Windsor Rocking Chair with Chair maker Luke A. Barnett. Students will join us for a 7-day class. We will start with logs on Monday morning and finish with a rocking chair on Sunday.

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MCM Funky Footstool Workshop
Dec
13
to Dec 14

MCM Funky Footstool Workshop

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Dive into the world of Mid Century Modern design with our Funky Footstool Workshop. In this two-day course, you'll learn the foundational skills of woodworking and upholstery by constructing a stylish and functional footstool. This project is perfect for beginners looking to gain hands-on experience in both crafts.

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Learn Dovetail Joinery
Dec
20
to Dec 21

Learn Dovetail Joinery

  • Sam Beauford Woodshop (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This class is geared toward people who have beginner woodworking skills and want to learn more advanced techniques, but students new to the woodshop are also welcome to join! Students will learn the skill of hand cut dovetails while using layout tools, chisels and handsaws. At the end of the class, you will take home a step stool that is practical yet beautiful enough to leave out on display.

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Woodshop Safety for Teens
Dec
20
10:00 AM10:00

Woodshop Safety for Teens

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  • Google Calendar ICS

With the guidance of an experienced instructor, you’ll get hands-on with real tools and machines—yes, you will be running a table saw, miter saw, band saw, and more (safely, of course). You’ll learn the same safety standards used in professional shops, and by the end of the day, you’ll walk away with serious skills and a certification to prove it.

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The Art & Craft of Axes
Sep
7
to Sep 12

The Art & Craft of Axes

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the art and craft of axe work in this 6-day immersive course. The Thoreau’s Cabin Series, Part 1: The Art & Craft of Axes is designed for anyone interested in learning the history, anatomy, and practical use of one of the most essential tools in woodworking and timber processing. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced woodsman, this hands-on course will equip you with the skills to handle an axe with confidence and precision.

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Hand Tool Timber Framing: Build a Cabin
Sep
14
to Sep 19

Hand Tool Timber Framing: Build a Cabin

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Step into the world of traditional craftsmanship in Thoreau’s Cabin Series, Part 2: Hand Tool Timber Framing. In this immersive 6-day course, students will build a full-scale replica of Henry David Thoreau’s famous cabin at Walden Pond, gaining firsthand experience in the fundamentals of timber framing—all using hand tools.

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Riving, Shingling, and Siding a Timber Frame Cabin
Sep
21
to Sep 26

Riving, Shingling, and Siding a Timber Frame Cabin

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  • Google Calendar ICS

The final phase of building Thoreau’s Cabin is ensuring its protection from the elements, and this 6-day immersive course will teach students how to split (rive) wood using traditional hand tools to create the materials needed for roofing, siding, and interior lath work.

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