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WoodWorks seminars and hands-on workshops are two hours long and taught by accomplished professionals who put their heart, soul and reputation into every class. We cover a broad range of topics, providing how-to information along with useful techniques designed to improve your results, further your skills and stretch your vision of woodworking.
Seminars & Hands-On Workshops At-a-Glance Click on any seminar, hands-on workshop title or presenter name for more details. Seminars are shown in RED. Hands-on workshops are shown in BLUE. Some classes begin prior to the opening of the show. This schedule allows you to take a class and then immediately go on to the Show Floor.
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Introduction to Routers and Router Basics Glen Huey Glen discusses one of the most versatile tools in the workshop today, the router. Learn about the differences in design between D-handle and Plunge routers, the parts of the tools and basic working procedures. Safe operation and the myriad of different router bits available are discussed. Glen also covers the techniques of edge profile routing, climb cutting and when to choose which cut.
Mastering Your Table Saw Frank Klausz Optimize your table saw after Frank shows you how. He begins with proper set up and how to use the saw safely and efficiently to consistently produce clean, accurate cuts. Frank discusses dadoing, ripping, rabbeting, cross cutting and other important woodworking operations. Learn what features to look for when buying your saw, which blades work best, and how to outfit your saw with the best accessories and jigs.
Marquetry and Inlay in Depth Jane Burke Marquetry is the art of using veneer of different wood species to create a design or picture. In this seminar, you will be shown how to do marquetry for making inlays, medallions or veneering entire surfaces. You will learn which tools are needed, how to choose veneer, where to find designs that are suitable for marquetry and how a pattern is transferred onto veneer. The craft knife cutting technique will be demonstrated as well as how to glue veneer onto a substrate. Also, see sanding techniques and find out which finishes are best to use when working with wood veneer. For a preview of marquetry items made by Jane Burke, visit www.gtcreations.com.
Perfect Finishes in Three Phases Bill Bush Bill’s three phase model teaches you how to get professional results in your home shop and reduce the time it takes to complete the finishing portion of your projects. He emphasizes the importance of the percentages of time devoted to each of the three finishing phases. You’ll learn about abrasives and oil finishes, how to construct and use a reverse sanding block as Bill demystifies the complete finishing process from start to finish.
Turbo Charge Your Router Andy Rae Ever wonder what your router would be like on steroids? Here’s your chance to unleash its potential, from routing “smart” and choosing useful and unique router bits to buying and building the right router accessories and jigs, including clever devices you can make in the shop. Properly equipped, your new, “souped-up” power tool will shape curves and flatten surfaces; smooth difficult woods without tearout; produce dead-accurate mortises, dovetails and other joints; cut intricate inlay patterns on the fly; rout precisely identical parts; mill custom-sized dowels from the wood of your choice; and so much more. Find out how to make your router one of the handiest tools in the shop.
Woodworking Jigs & Fixtures Yeung Chan Learn how to design and build jigs and fixtures for many woodworking operations using easy set ups for the table saw, drill press and router. Yeung shows you a wide range of jigs and fixtures as he covers principles which incorporate safety features and increase the accuracy and versatility of your tools. Discover which hardware and materials work best, and then apply what you learn to build your own.
Crazy Sharp Andy Rae Sharp edge tools are key to good cuts. But what is “sharp,” and how do you get there? Furnituremaker Andy Rae demonstrates hands-on sharpening, discussing the tools, the supplies, and the correct sequence of steps that let even beginners master this fundamental woodworking technique. See what a truly sharp edge looks like, and why it lasts longer between re-sharpenings. Discover what sharpening gear you need (and what you don’t) and how to prepare and hone your chisels and plane irons with edges so keen they’ll slice wood like the finest of Samurai swords—only without the bloodshed. Crazy.
Hand Tool Skills for Traditional Woodworking Yeung Chan Hand tools can make your woodworking experience more enjoyable and raise your woodworking skills to a higher level. In this essential class, Yeung focuses on which tools to use and why, how to tune and sharpen them and what to look for when buying quality hand tools. Learn many useful techniques and tricks designed to save you time, make your work easier and safer.
Prepping and Finishing Your Work Bill Bush Finishing is a series of stages, but there’s no substitute for proper technique. In this in-depth class, using methods he developed over 30 years, Bill discusses the range of abrasives and why sanding is critical. You’ll learn how to choose the best oil, apply top coats and color wood. Using Bill’s simple step by step approach your projects will look more professional and you’ll never struggle prepping your work again.
Making Classic Wooden Joints with Power Tools Yeung Chan Joinery has played an important role in furniture construction from the beginning, but how joints are made today has changed dramatically. In this highly practical seminar, you will learn how to make classic joints using the table saw, bandsaw, mortising machine, drill press and router. Yeung shares professional tips and techniques as he gives you the confidence to tackle any joint required to build fine furniture.
Chair Design and Construction Yeung Chan Design and construction elements of chair making are covered in depth as Yeung uses his classic Ming Dynasty armchair to explain how and why specific joints are used. He discusses the Chinese concept of “interlocking joinery” and how these techniques can be applied to your next projects. You will learn problem-solving strategies that result in great designs and how practical design considerations such as comfort interact with aesthetics.
Furniture Joinery with the Router Glen Huey Learn to use your router to effectively produce a variety of the joints necessary to build any style of furniture. Glen shows you how to set up and create many traditional joints, including: half-lap, mortise & tenon and dovetail joints, along with many additional useful joints that can be used to expand your joinery options.
Milling Four-Square Andy Rae Many woodworkers think the jointer is for edgework only, and that wood from the mill can go straight through the planer before turning it into furniture parts. Not so—assuming you like square cabinets, flat tables, and chairs that don’t tip. Find out how to turn wavy boards into precision planks as Andy demonstrates the four-square process: Jointing, planing, and eventually ripping and crosscutting boards so they’re perfectly straight and flat, with four edges square to each other—ready for fine furniture.
Woodworking Jigs and Fixtures Yeung Chan Learn how to design and build jigs and fixtures for many woodworking operations using easy set ups for the table saw, drill press and router. Yeung shows you a wide range of jigs and fixtures as he covers principles which incorporate safety features and increase the accuracy and versatility of your tools. Discover which hardware and materials work best, and then apply what you learn to build your own.
HANDS-ON WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
Learning to Turn Harry Memelink This hands-on workshop gets you safely on a lathe and with a dash of Kiwi humor. No time is wasted as Harry shows you how to use turning tools like gouges and parting tools safely, how to rough out a blank, adjust the turning speed and then how to turn a simple project, a honey dipper. He covers a wide range of practical information that gives you the ability to cut grooves, sand & finish, separate the ends and you'll go home with new skills and a brand new honey dipper. Class size is limited. Early registration is encouraged to ensure your spot.
Make Your Own Bandsaw Box Geoffrey Noden Get your hands on the bandsaw under Geoffrey's watchful eye. He'll walk you through the procedure for quickly cutting and finishing a lidded bandsaw box, and you'll not only keep the finished box, but also the knowledge of how to make it safely. You'll see several variations on the design to spark your creativity in making your own boxes, and you'll probably pick up a few pointers on general bandsaw techniques as well. Class size is limited. Early registration is encouraged to ensure your spot.
Master Raised Panel Doors George Vondriska Many woodworkers want to make raised panel doors but are intimidated by the process, especially when it comes to using large diameter router bits. In this hands-on workshop, working side-by-side George, you’ll learn bulletproof, step-by-step techniques to make your own doors. He’s got great tricks for setting cutter height and guaranteeing that all the door parts work and fit well together. Each student makes a raised panel door and leaves the class with a door, handouts that fully detail the process, plus a worksheet for calculating door sizes. Remember to bring your ear and eye protection to this workshop. Class size is limited. Early registration is encouraged to ensure your spot.
Marquetry and Inlay Jane Burke In this hands-on workshop you will make a sheet of marquetry using different wood veneers which you will cut with a craft knife. No experience is necessary to use the power tools you’ll need to make this project. With what you learn in this workshop you could create beautiful pictures in wood, make inlays which can be inlaid into furniture, or can be used to liven up an existing piece of furniture. Marquetry is a versatile art form which will add value and beauty to your woodworking projects. Bring your reading glasses. Class size is limited. Early registration is encouraged to ensure your spot.
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