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…

Photo by Barbara Shaterian Photography The carving knife is an essential tool for any dedicated woodworker or craftsperson. This two-day class will teach you the skills to embed a knife blade into a close-grained, figured piece of wood, and custom fit it to your hand grip. You will also learn how to keep the knife…

Bring a little magic to your garden with this warm, family-friendly lantern making workshop. Together, we’ll create a beautiful 5×10 inch cedar lantern, beginning with sketching seasonal designs inspired by the spring equinox, summer blooms, and the rhythms of the natural world. Using easy-to-handle tools like coping saws, you’ll cut your design into cedar panels,…

Build your own beautiful bent shaft canoe paddle! Students will learn about wood selection and grains, use of hand tools and skill saw, paddle design and considerations, and paddle sizing. Each student will leave with a completed bent shaft paddle ready for varnishing.    Kevin has helped over 175 students make their own bent shaft…

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. This workshop will cover the following: Box construction basics: Build a sturdy box-in-box framework as the foundation for your…

Kuksa carving is an old world tradition that has a rich history in Scandinavia. Instructor and carver Alex Yerks will teach you to make your own kuksa and provide insight into how he makes his own pieces and develops his designs. The goal of the workshop is to build a relationship with each of the…

In the Traveling Tabletop Games class, students will learn to play and create up to four unique, ancient games. This hands-on class introduces both woodcarving and leathercraft, making it a great entry point for working with these materials. No prior experience with tools or materials is required. The class is centered around creating classic, portable…

Build your own beautiful bent shaft canoe paddle! Students will learn about wood selection and grains, use of hand tools and skill saw, paddle design and considerations, and paddle sizing. Each student will leave with a completed bent shaft paddle ready for varnishing.    Kevin has helped over 175 students make their own bent shaft…