This beginner-friendly class introduces students to the art of creating unique wooden boxes inspired by traditional eastern techniques. Through hands-on learning, students will explore how to design and assemble intricate sliding mechanisms that unlock hidden compartments. What You will Learn in a 3-4 hour class: Box Construction Basics: Build a sturdy box-in-box framework as the…

In this hands-on class, students will learn to carve two simple, functional spoons from pre-axed spoon blanks (already roughed out). The class will begin with tool safety before moving into an introduction to wood selection—covering type, size, and grain orientation. From there, students will learn the systematic removal of material, how to achieve smooth and…

In preparation for Valentine’s Day, take this class and carve hearts for all the loves in your life—or just a few folks near and dear to you! This welcoming workshop is perfect for both beginners and those with some carving experience. You’ll learn to carve wooden hearts while developing useful knife skills that translate into…

Inlay is the timeless craft of embedding contrasting materials, often different wood species, metals, or shells into a wooden or stone surface to create stunning decorative patterns and accents. The Taj Mahal in India is a prime example of this art form but we’ll practice it on wood. In this introductory class, you’ll learn the…