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Advanced Technique: Learn Dovetail Joinery


  • Sam Beauford Woodshop 1375 N. Main St. Adrian United States (map)

Advanced Technique: Learn Dovetail Joinery

2 Days: Saturday & Sunday, August 30th & 31st, 2025, 9AM-5PM

Tuition: $325

Ages: 16 & Up

Instructor: Carolyn Racine

Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person

Prerequisites: None

Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate

Program Description:

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 Shaker-style step stool that is practical yet beautiful enough to leave out on display.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn how to layout dovetail joints

  • Learn how to cut and fit dovetail joints using chisels and hand saws

  • Learn how to dry fit joinery

  • Learn how to sand, glue up and apply finish to your project

Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days

Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221

Class Size: Maximum 6

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If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email sambeaufordwoodshop@gmail.com.

 
Earlier Event: August 30
Band Saw Box Class
Later Event: September 6
Intro to Woodturning