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Contrary to popular belief, seat weaving is not a “dying art”! Bringing old or new chairs to a "sitable" state can be achieved with a variety of different weaves and that is what this class is all about.

This is a great beginning woodturning class- in a weekend format

Learn the basics of a mitered box and try your hand at kumiko while building a really nice little tea box that, not coincidentally, would make a great holiday gift.

This popular six-day intensive hands-on class is an opportunity to concentrate on the basics of woodworking and furniture making. This is not an appropriate class for absolute beginners. Some experience is suggested.

Essentials tablesaw Jigs and fixtures in a long weekend format!

Learn the Basics of Windsor chair making- build a Windsor Style Live Edge bench or a Perch Stool- either project has all the skills needed for other Windsor projects!

Learn to turn these popular lidded containers and let your imagination take over. NOTE- New Date- This class is now January 24 & 25, 2026

This six evening class is designed for the beginning (or frustrated) woodturner and features extensive hands-on practice each night.

Dovetails are considered to be the hallmark of fine joinery and Frank Strazza has been teaching this iconic woodworking joint for years.

Take a weekend and begin to learn the ancient trade of blacksmithing- and - make a useful and unique marking knife that you can use in your woodworking projects!

In this 3 day introductory class, Frank will teach you some of his favorite techniques and methods, including packet cutting and double-bevel sawing, as you discover that you, too, can create this timeless art.

This one day class will get you hooked on turning– Guaranteed!

What a great way to get into the world of weaving baskets!!

Also known as the Bat House- This handy fixture is part of a "machine assisted" system to cut great handcut dovetails- every time!!

Learn to Turn Natural-Edge (Bark-Rim) Bowls with Rick Angus

This small project has a lot of great techniques to learn- Check it out!!

This is a great beginning woodturning class- in a weekend format

Don't miss this chance to see the Yale Furniture Study!

In a two-day class, John will cover some of the basic qualities of shellac and alcohol— how to buy it, how to mix it, and most importantly, how to apply it! Students will learn the many ways in which furniture can be finished with shellac. They will learn brushing, padding, and a primer on French polishing.