SketchUp is an affordable powerful three-dimensional modeling program; the ideal tool for woodworkers to plan any project. Time in the shop is more enjoyable with a good plan in place, and with SketchUp the typical woodworker has a versatile design and engineering tool capable of quick and accurate planning and problem-solving for furniture or other woodworking projects.

Starting with an overview on how to determine the forces and loads a traditional timber frame structure (or really any structure) will see over the course of its lifetime, the course focus will transition into sizing of beams, as well as a primer on basic joinery and connection design. In order to break up the class room portion, we will design a basic timber frame joint, calculate its allowable design strength, and then fabricate it out of timber. After the joints are fabricated, we will “bust” them by pulling them apart using a hydraulic load frame, with friendly bragging rights awarded for the best prediction of strength and best capacity.

Join us at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute to make a unique band saw box. Class is intended for those with limited to moderate woodworking skills. We will design a box or students may choose a template provided in class.

This class is meant for furniture makers - people that know how to do casework, and want to make more elegant pieces. The day 1 focus is on creating a four-way match panel with fillets and crossbanding, typical of Federal furniture. After glue up, day 2 is spent making a Federal fan, and inlaying that into the panel from day 1. It is not difficult, but assumes a basic background in wooden furniture.

Join Luke Barnett for a 2 session class on wooden spoon carving. Tools and wood will be provided by the instructor. Students are welcome to bring their own tools. This is a perfect intro class for sculptural and green woodworking.

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend.

Students will learn all about CNC systems. In the first session, participants will learn how to use design software. We will design a 12" x 20" sign with whatever logos or phrasing they decide. After designing, students will learn how to create tool paths for the machine and how to export the new design to the CNC

Create an end-grain butcher block using the table saw, planer, jointer, and a drum sander to craft your own butcher block.

This class is geared toward women and non-binary students 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.

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend.

Students will make full-size dining room tables. Each table will be made to fit your home. Take home a complete table with a cherry wood top and your choice of pine wood legs.

This class is meant for furniture makers - people that know how to do casework, and want to make more elegant pieces. The day 1 focus is on creating a four-way match panel with fillets and crossbanding, typical of Federal furniture. After glue up, day 2 is spent making a Federal fan, and inlaying that into the panel from day 1. It is not difficult, but assumes a basic background in wooden furniture.

Create an end-grain butcher block using the table saw, planer, jointer, and a drum sander to craft your own butcher block.

Join us at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute to make a unique band saw box. Class is intended for those with limited to moderate woodworking skills. We will design a box or students may choose a template provided in class.

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend.

Students will learn all about CNC systems. In the first session, participants will learn how to use design software. We will design a 12" x 20" sign with whatever logos or phrasing they decide. After designing, students will learn how to create tool paths for the machine and how to export the new design to the CNC

Explore the world of instrument making with professional luthier Gary Zimnicki of Zimnicki Guitars.

Students will make full-size dining room tables. Each table will be made to fit your home. Take home a complete table with a cherry wood top and your choice of pine wood legs.

SketchUp is an affordable powerful three-dimensional modeling program; the ideal tool for woodworkers to plan any project. Time in the shop is more enjoyable with a good plan in place, and with SketchUp the typical woodworker has a versatile design and engineering tool capable of quick and accurate planning and problem-solving for furniture or other woodworking projects.

Join us at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute to make a unique band saw box. Class is intended for those with limited to moderate woodworking skills. We will design a box or students may choose a template provided in class.

Explore the world of woodturning. Students will learn the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning in a fun and informative weekend.

Students will learn all about CNC systems. In the first session, participants will learn how to use design software. We will design a 12" x 20" sign with whatever logos or phrasing they decide. After designing, students will learn how to create tool paths for the machine and how to export the new design to the CNC

Join us at the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute to make a unique band saw box. Class is intended for those with limited to moderate woodworking skills. We will design a box or students may choose a template provided in class.